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Public Meetings

News Staff
Friday, July 7, 2023
The following public meetings are scheduled from July 7-13. Clarkesville City Council 5 p.m. work session, 6 p.m. regular meeting Monday, July 10, at Clarkesville City Hall, 123 Laurel Drive. Baldwin City Council 6:30 p.m. regular meeting Monday, July 10, at 155 Willingham Avenue. Mt.
The fireworks show behind City Hall was illuminating for all lovers of freedom. MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

The fireworks show behind City Hall was illuminating for all lovers of freedom. MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

Fourth as glorious as ever

News Staff
Friday, July 7, 2023
Demorest’s Glorious Fourth celebration on Tuesday had everything from music to food to fireworks and more. Piedmont University President Marshall Criser was the grand marshal of the parade and the Fly Betty Band entertained for more than three hours in Demorest Springs Park.
Panhandlers have drifted out of Cornelia to the outskirts of town in the county’s jurisdiction. MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

Panhandlers have drifted out of Cornelia to the outskirts of town in the county’s jurisdiction. MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

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Cities take a look at panhandling issue

Matthew Osborne
Friday, July 7, 2023
Folks in Habersham County are used to seeing men and women standing on street corners asking for help, food or work. Some of those folks have faced terrible adversity in their lives, while others would rather be out there panhandling than attempting to work a steady job.
Habersham County Director of Schools Safety Murray Kogod speaks earlier this year at the Georgia Association of School Resource Officers convention. SUBMITTED

Habersham County Director of Schools Safety Murray Kogod speaks earlier this year at the Georgia Association of School Resource Officers convention. SUBMITTED

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Growing SRO program gets statewide attention

Matthew Osborne
Friday, July 7, 2023
Last year, Habersham County pledged to partner with Habersham County Schools to put a resource officer in every school building in the county.
Troyce Simmons shows off some of his treasures used for Pebble Ministries. FILE

Troyce Simmons shows off some of his treasures used for Pebble Ministries. FILE

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Ministry earns historical grant

Emma Marti
Friday, July 7, 2023
Started in 2014, the Pebble Ministry swears to change the world, one small rock at a time. Founded by Troyce Simmons, the ministry has spread its reach across the world, despite it being started in Covington, Va.
Graduates of Mountain Ed listen to a speaker at the ceremonies earlier this year. The specialized school was able to get a reprieve from the Georgia Assembly to continue serving students who require an alternative to regular school education schedule. FILE

Graduates of Mountain Ed listen to a speaker at the ceremonies earlier this year. The specialized school was able to get a reprieve from the Georgia Assembly to continue serving students who require an alternative to regular school education schedule. FILE

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Mountain Ed school begins new lease on life

Samantha Sinclair
Friday, July 7, 2023
There’s still a lot to learn about the new law that lets state chartered special schools – including Mountain Education Charter High School – continue to serve students as completion special schools.

County answers drowning calls

News Staff
Friday, July 7, 2023
Recently, Habersham County lost a 12-year-old who was in the water with friends in the designated swimming area of a local lake. Two young children who needed medical assistance in the water on Independence Day were fortunate to survive. Just after 7:30 p.m.
Cornelia Commissioner Mark Reed receives his award from Julie Smith, Mayor of Tifton and Immediate Past President of the Georgia Municipal Association. MARK REED/Submitted

Cornelia Commissioner Mark Reed receives his award from Julie Smith, Mayor of Tifton and Immediate Past President of the Georgia Municipal Association. MARK REED/Submitted

Cornelia commissioner earns new GMA honor

News Staff
Friday, July 7, 2023
City of Cornelia Commissioner Mark Reed received the prestigious Certificate of Distinction award from the Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute during the Georgia Municipal Association’s (GMA) Annual Convention in Savannah on June 26. The Harold F.
The Steve Bryson band will be back at Pitts Park for Red, White & Tunes on July 15. FILE

The Steve Bryson band will be back at Pitts Park for Red, White & Tunes on July 15. FILE

Red, White & Tunes set to keep Fourth fun rolling

Emma Marti
Friday, July 7, 2023
Even though Fourth of July has passed us by, the City of Clarkesville is continuing one of their traditions in celebrating the holiday. On July 15, starting at 6 p.m., Clarkesville will be hosting the annual Red, White & Tunes event at Pitts Park.
Willie Savage (right) and Callie Kimbroke (left) stand under an umbrella while waiting for the free hotdogs and hamburgers provided by the City of Baldwin. ZACH TAYLOR/Special

Willie Savage (right) and Callie Kimbroke (left) stand under an umbrella while waiting for the free hotdogs and hamburgers provided by the City of Baldwin. ZACH TAYLOR/Special

Fun before the fourth

News Staff
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Baldwin held a holiday picnic and fireworks event Saturday night to get an early start on Independence Day festivities. A popup thunderstorm could not dampen the enthusiasm and patriotism for the folks in attendance.