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The front window of Cowboy Bob’s was broken by a stray truck tire from an accident Monday afternoon. PAULA KUBINCHAK/Submitted

The front window of Cowboy Bob’s was broken by a stray truck tire from an accident Monday afternoon. PAULA KUBINCHAK/Submitted

Truck tire crashes into donut shop

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
A dump truck lost two wheels Monday morning and damaged Cowboy Bob’s donut shop in Clarkesville. A Habersham County dump truck driven by Kennth Wade, 65, of Cornelia was traveling south on New Liberty Road in the southbound lane.
A K-9 member of the Georgia State Patrol SWAT Team prepares to go to work during Friday’s operation in Habersham County. HABERSHAM COUNTY/Submitted

A K-9 member of the Georgia State Patrol SWAT Team prepares to go to work during Friday’s operation in Habersham County. HABERSHAM COUNTY/Submitted

Investigation nets guns, gangs, drugs

News Staff
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
A several month-long criminal street gang and narcotics investigation into multiple individuals throughout Habersham County and surrounding areas concluded on April 21 after suspects were arrested and charged during search warrant operations conducted at two residences in Habersham County and a...
Baldwin Councilman Theron Ayers has served three terms on the council after a long career in the military and business. JOHN DILLS/Staff

Baldwin Councilman Theron Ayers has served three terms on the council after a long career in the military and business. JOHN DILLS/Staff

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Service by the dozen

John Dills
Friday, April 21, 2023
The number 12 has been a magic number for Theron Ayers, who has been a part of the Baldwin City Council for the longest out of all currently serving members. Ayers, 93, has lived a full life of service. From being drafted into The U.S.
Habersham County firefighter David Thompson washes down one of the trucks at Firehouse 12 earlier this year. Habersham County took a second shot at the SAFER grant to add much-needed fire personnel, this time using grant writer Lauren Long instead of a third-party contractor that did not win the grant last year. JOHN DILLS/Staff

Habersham County firefighter David Thompson washes down one of the trucks at Firehouse 12 earlier this year. Habersham County took a second shot at the SAFER grant to add much-needed fire personnel, this time using grant writer Lauren Long instead of a third-party contractor that did not win the grant last year. JOHN DILLS/Staff

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County hunting big game for grants

Matthew Osborne
Friday, April 21, 2023
Habersham County grant writer Lauren Long made a presentation to the Board of Commissioners on Monday, and there was no stopping her desire to find funding to mitigate some of the county’s most pressing issues. “I think she is doing a fantastic job,” Chairman Ty Akins said.
Shown is a drawing for the future roundabout at Georgia Highways 105 and 115. GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Shown is a drawing for the future roundabout at Georgia Highways 105 and 115. GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

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Roundabout plans slowly move forward

John Dills
Friday, April 21, 2023
As Habersham County prepares for growth coming, the implementation of safety on highly-trafficked roads is cause for concern.
John Dills, Emma Marti, Lang Storey

John Dills, Emma Marti, Lang Storey

News team at The Northeast Georgian dives into community

News Staff
Friday, April 21, 2023
The Northeast Georgian has a full news team with three new reporters who are dedicated to telling the story of Habersham County. John Dills started as a news reporter in October 2022, and he has quickly immersed himself in the community with many major stories.
One of the teams who keeps coming back is Heather Snyard’s team, Heidi’s Helpers. This group will once again participate in Women Build 2023 and honor the late Heidi Groce. Left to right; Priscilla Pearson, Aida Gwyn, Mary Waters, Cindy Lamb, Meg Minelli and Michelle Lamb. SUBMITTED

One of the teams who keeps coming back is Heather Snyard’s team, Heidi’s Helpers. This group will once again participate in Women Build 2023 and honor the late Heidi Groce. Left to right; Priscilla Pearson, Aida Gwyn, Mary Waters, Cindy Lamb, Meg Minelli and Michelle Lamb. SUBMITTED

Habitat’s Women Build returns next week

Emma Marti
Friday, April 21, 2023
For around 10 years, Habitat for Humanity of Northeast Georgia has been participating in an event called Women Build. This event was organized by Habitat for Humanity International, and is something regional hubs have picked up and participated in.
Ninth Grade Academy athlete Fatima Guzman lands in the sand as she participates in the standing long jump during Monday’s Special Olympics at Raider Stadium. EMMA MARTI/Staff

Ninth Grade Academy athlete Fatima Guzman lands in the sand as she participates in the standing long jump during Monday’s Special Olympics at Raider Stadium. EMMA MARTI/Staff

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A truly Special day to remember

Emma Marti
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
A lot of smiling faces came back for the first time in four years, as Habersham County held the Special Olympics on Monday morning. The 2023 Special Olympics marked the 50th year of the Special Olympics in Habersham.
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Demorest taps Musselwhite amid strife

Donald Fraser
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
It may have taken four months, but the city of Demorest now has a permanent city manager. Mark Musselwhite, Demorest interim city manager since Dec. 9, 2022, received the position permanently Monday night at a called meeting of Demorest city council.