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‘Best school system?’ Data says Habersham

Matthew Osborne
Friday, August 11, 2023
Superintendent Matthew Cooper loves nothing more than heaping praise on his principals, teachers and staff for the work they do for Habersham County Schools. On Tuesday, he boiled all that praise into one simple question – “Are we the best school system in Northeast Georgia?”
If all parties approve, there could be movement soon on the old courthouse development. FILE

If all parties approve, there could be movement soon on the old courthouse development. FILE

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Leaders working on courthouse plan

Matthew Osborne
Friday, August 11, 2023
After a 10-year wait for a clear plan to emerge, Habersham County has partnered with the City of Clarkesville and the Development Authority to develop the old courthouse property.
Macy Sirmans was able to marry her London love, Francis, on July 30 at Kew Gardens. MARK BOTHWELL/Submitted

Macy Sirmans was able to marry her London love, Francis, on July 30 at Kew Gardens. MARK BOTHWELL/Submitted

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Love moves across the pond

John Dills
Friday, August 11, 2023
Over the weekend Macy Sirmans, a Habersham native turned London local, said, “I do,” to her husband Francis in the couple’s very own “royal wedding.” As COVID-19 destroyed the idea of normal for many, right before the world stopped turning the two were able to meet in a nightclub in London.
Seyhan Kilincci was the founder of Project EG, a car enthusiast community based in the Atlanta suburbs. SUBMITTED

Seyhan Kilincci was the founder of Project EG, a car enthusiast community based in the Atlanta suburbs. SUBMITTED

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Fifth victim of fatal 365 crash identified

Matthew Osborne
Friday, August 11, 2023
The investigation into the July 16 crash on Highway 365 that killed five people is still ongoing, but Georgia State Patrol identified the fifth victim this week.
Emily Diffenderfer rounds third on her way to scoring the first run after an RBI base hit from Hannah Odum. ZACH TAYLOR/Special

Emily Diffenderfer rounds third on her way to scoring the first run after an RBI base hit from Hannah Odum. ZACH TAYLOR/Special

Lady Raider softball seeking first win

News Staff
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Habersham Central's softball team fell 6-4 to Stephens County in Mt. Airy after press time Thursday.    The Lady Raiders dropped to 0-3. Read more in the midweek Aug. 16 edition of The Northeast Georgian.
The Lady Raiders talk strategy during their preseason match last week.

The Lady Raiders talk strategy during their preseason match last week.

Lady Raiders look to bounce back

News Staff
Thursday, August 10, 2023
The Lady Raiders' volleyball team won two matches after press time Thursday in Toccoa against both Clarke Central and Stephens County.    Habersham swept Clarke Central 25-18, 25-19, then topped host Stephens 25-17, 25-14.    Read more in the Aug. 16 midweek edition of The Northeast Georgian.
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ZACH TAYLOR/Special

Smiles, nerves, wide eyes... it's the first day

Zach Taylor
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
First photo: Amy Williams walks her son Gavin into his first day of classes at Cornelia Elementary on Friday. Second photo: Cornelia Fire Department Lt. Michael Hall hands a drink to a student who is ready for his first day.
Helicopters, K9s and officers searched the Clarkesville area for a suspect on Friday. HABERSHAM COUNTY/ Submitted

Helicopters, K9s and officers searched the Clarkesville area for a suspect on Friday. HABERSHAM COUNTY/ Submitted

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Short manhunt nabs wanted man in Clarkesville

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
A wanted man who went after a woman he was supposed to stay away from was captured after a brief manhunt Friday near Clarkesville.

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Election audits make way around Georgia

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Georgia officials are working through audits of voting machines around the state to ensure election integrity heading into a major presidential election year in 2024. Habersham County Elections Supervisor Laurel Ellison said state officials have not yet made it here, but should be coming soon.