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Tallulah Falls student Josie Chesser (left) asks Judges Stephen Dillard, Brian Rickman, and Trea Pipkin a question after the court’s case on Tuesday. JOHN DILLS/Staff

Tallulah Falls student Josie Chesser (left) asks Judges Stephen Dillard, Brian Rickman, and Trea Pipkin a question after the court’s case on Tuesday. JOHN DILLS/Staff

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Students get real-life look at judiciary

John Dills
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
The Georgia Court of Appeals visited the Tallulah Falls School campus on Tuesday morning to hear two different cases.

Legislators working until the final hours

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
The Georgia Assembly session ends at midnight tonight, and while legislators are scrambling to complete their final tasks, Habersham County’s local representatives say it has been a productive session. Sen. Bo Hatchett carried Gov.

TFS vets threat hoax on campus

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
A quick response Monday by law enforcement at Tallulah Falls School proved a threat to the school to be a hoax. Tallulah Falls Police and school security responded to a telephone call relating to an alleged shooting at the Tallulah Falls campus. That report was quickly determined to be false.
Abigail Cantrell takes aim during a game of cornhole at the PAL Games on Friday. JOHN DILLS/Staff

Abigail Cantrell takes aim during a game of cornhole at the PAL Games on Friday. JOHN DILLS/Staff

Fellowship, fun brings new PALs

John Dills
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
In coordination with Habersham County Schools, Piedmont University hosted the annual Piedmont Athletic Lions (PAL) event on Friday. Due to COVID-19, this was the first time many students present had gotten the opportunity to experience this day filled with fun and friends.
Guests mingle during the social hour at the Soque River Watershed Association Soirée on Saturday evening, talking with longtime friends, enjoying a drink or looking at the items being raffled off. EMMA MARTI/Staff

Guests mingle during the social hour at the Soque River Watershed Association Soirée on Saturday evening, talking with longtime friends, enjoying a drink or looking at the items being raffled off. EMMA MARTI/Staff

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Soirée on the Soque raises funds for non-profit group

Emma Marti
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
The annual Soque River Watershed Association Soirée was held at the Habersham Mill on the river on Saturday, as attendees participated in raffles and an auction where all proceeds were given to the non-profit organization.
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Public meetings

News Staff
Friday, March 24, 2023
The following public meetings are scheduled from March 24-30. Baldwin City Council 6:30 p.m. regular meeting, Monday, March 27, at 155 Willingham Avenue.
County Manager Alicia Vaughn checks out a new fire truck along with Habersham County Emergency Services Chief Jeff Adams. SUBMITTED

County Manager Alicia Vaughn checks out a new fire truck along with Habersham County Emergency Services Chief Jeff Adams. SUBMITTED

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Women chart the way as political leaders

Emma Marti
Friday, March 24, 2023
In the United States, March is recognized as Women’s History Month. During that month, Americans celebrate the strides women have made throughout history. In 1887, Susanna Salter was elected as the mayor of Argonia, Kan., becoming the first woman mayor in the country.
Vice President of Habersham Broadcasting Company Clayton Foster shakes hands with a student before they discuss what Foster does in his position. Students at the College and Career Day were met with a variety of colleges and companies in nearby areas to discover opportunities for post high school life. EMMA MARTI/Staff

Vice President of Habersham Broadcasting Company Clayton Foster shakes hands with a student before they discuss what Foster does in his position. Students at the College and Career Day were met with a variety of colleges and companies in nearby areas to discover opportunities for post high school life. EMMA MARTI/Staff

Career Day plants ideas for freshmen

News Staff
Friday, March 24, 2023
Habersham County’s Ninth Grade Academy hosted College and Career Day in conjunction with Partnership Habersham on Wednesday afternoon. The event brought ninth graders to local businesses to further educate those students on potential jobs and career paths within the local community.

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Clock ticking on HMC transition, United talks

Matthew Osborne
Friday, March 24, 2023
While the credit line from Habersham County has stopped some of the financial bleeding month-to-month, Habersham Medical Center is hanging on with three months to go until it is transferred to North Georgia Health Systems (NGHS). The facility is more than $3.