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‘Golden Jubilee’ set for Saturday

Emma Marti
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
The Habersham County Historical Society is excited to celebrate the society’s Golden Jubilee on Saturday, March 11. With activities spanning from a showcase of historical artifacts to various performances throughout the day, the event planners hope to showcase the county’s rich heritage.
Clarkesville Project Manager Joe Deputy addresses the Mayor and Council on progress being made in his department. EMMA MARTI/Staff

Clarkesville Project Manager Joe Deputy addresses the Mayor and Council on progress being made in his department. EMMA MARTI/Staff

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Clarkesville stands firm on apartment request

Emma Marti
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Much like the February meeting, a hot topic at Clarkesville City Council’s meeting Monday was the issue of housing in the city. The Bowersox Investment Group, after getting approval to build the Ellison Park apartments in January, requested a variance in the amount of apartments from 68 to 84.
Students at Demorest Elementary got to pie 19 teachers on March 2. The students got to pie their teachers because of their contribution to the American Heart Association. EMMA MARTI/Staff

Students at Demorest Elementary got to pie 19 teachers on March 2. The students got to pie their teachers because of their contribution to the American Heart Association. EMMA MARTI/Staff

Demorest Elementary pies its way to raising $20,000

Emma Marti
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Demorest Elementary further proved why they are the Pride of Habersham County by raising $22,771 for the American Heart Association. From Jan. 30 through Feb.
Ward, Lander

Ward, Lander

TFS eighth graders excel at spelling bee

News Staff
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Tallulah Falls School eighth graders Josh Lander of Lula and Morgan Ward of Alto made a remarkable achievement by dominating grade-level and school-wide spelling bee competitions last semester.
Tesnatee Gap Principal Octavius Mulligan shares a laugh with kindergartner Raleigh Brode in the cafeteria. SAMANTHA SINCLAIR/White County News

Tesnatee Gap Principal Octavius Mulligan shares a laugh with kindergartner Raleigh Brode in the cafeteria. SAMANTHA SINCLAIR/White County News

Former Habersham educator Mulligan retiring after 30 years

News Staff
Friday, March 3, 2023
Dr. Octavious Mulligan, a former assistant principal at multiple Habersham County Schools, is retiring from a long career in education. Mulligan is finishing up his career this school year as the principal at Tesnatee Gap Elementary School in White County.

Cause of Alto man’s death still a mystery

Matthew Osborne
Friday, March 3, 2023
Authorities are still unsure what caused the death of a 26-year-old Baldwin man found dead on Saturday. Habersham County Sheriff’s deputies and Baldwin Police responded to a medical call at 453 Highland Pointe Drive in Alto. The call was dispatched as an unresponsive person.
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Public meetings

News Staff
Friday, March 3, 2023
The following public meetings are scheduled from March 3-9. Habersham County Airport Commission 9 a.m. regular meeting, Monday, March 6, in the county administration building at 130 Jacob’s Way, Clarkesville. Clarkesville City Council 5 p.m. work session, 6 p.m.
Julie Price, Consultant for GDOT of Arcadis, takes suggestions from members of the surrounding community in regard to Georgia Highway 365. JOHN DILLS/Staff

Julie Price, Consultant for GDOT of Arcadis, takes suggestions from members of the surrounding community in regard to Georgia Highway 365. JOHN DILLS/Staff

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Public gives input on future of 365

John Dills
Friday, March 3, 2023
Conversation and thoughtfulness filled the room Wednesday afternoon as the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) opened its minds to comments from the public surrounding the influx of traffic soon to be brought to Georgia Highway 365 from the inland port coming to the Norfolk Southern rail...