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Owner Kayla Clackum flashes a smile as she awaits the grand opening of her first brick-and-mortar boutique, Rustic Rebel Boutique, in downtown Clarkesville on Saturday. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

Owner Kayla Clackum flashes a smile as she awaits the grand opening of her first brick-and-mortar boutique, Rustic Rebel Boutique, in downtown Clarkesville on Saturday. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

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Boutique brings options to Clarkesville

Amaris E. Rodriguez
Friday, April 22, 2022
The Rustic Rebel Boutique, which will be holding its grand opening on Saturday, will soon be a go-to stop for shoppers looking to find trendy, southern-inspired, and plus-size-friendly clothing.
Belle, an Anatolian Shepard dog who has been at the shelter since February, will be transported to It Takes A Village Animal Rescue in Delaware next week to be given a chance to find a family outside of Habersham County. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

Belle, an Anatolian Shepard dog who has been at the shelter since February, will be transported to It Takes A Village Animal Rescue in Delaware next week to be given a chance to find a family outside of Habersham County. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

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‘Road to Rescue’ gives local animals hope

Amaris E. Rodriguez
Friday, April 22, 2022
The Habersham County Animal Shelter hopes to get some of their animals on the road and on their way to possibly finding their “fur-ever” home but they need help with purchasing their own vehicle to transport animals to other rescues.
Attendees gather to hear Angel Gaddis speak at a prior event. SHERRY SEAL/Submitted

Attendees gather to hear Angel Gaddis speak at a prior event. SHERRY SEAL/Submitted

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North Ga. Tech provides ‘safe space’ for survivors

Brian Wellmeier
Friday, April 22, 2022
More than 100 people turned out for North Georgia Technical College’s (NGTC) annual event for Child Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, intended to bring knowledge on preventing instances of child abuse and sexual assault as well creating a safe place for vicitims.
Members of Habersham County Sheriff’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children task force include (clockwise from left) PIO Kevin Angell, Investigator Cale Garrison, Lt. Heidi Lass, Sgt. Wesley Welborn and Investigator Eric Newcomb. HABERSHAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE/Submitted

Members of Habersham County Sheriff’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children task force include (clockwise from left) PIO Kevin Angell, Investigator Cale Garrison, Lt. Heidi Lass, Sgt. Wesley Welborn and Investigator Eric Newcomb. HABERSHAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE/Submitted

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Sheriff’s task force protects children online

Matthew Osborne
Friday, April 22, 2022
Habersham County Sheriff’s Office is bolstering its resources to preserve the safety of children online in the ever-evolving digital world.
Circle of Hope volunteers Brandy Whitener and Gwendolyn Wiley embrace following a spark of recognition Wednesday. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Staff

Circle of Hope volunteers Brandy Whitener and Gwendolyn Wiley embrace following a spark of recognition Wednesday. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Staff

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‘Front line’ against abuse

Brian Wellmeier
Friday, April 22, 2022
Circle of Hope, an organization committed to serving victims and survivors of domestic violence, held a breakfast honoring its volunteers for Volunteer Appreciation Week.
District 3 County Commission candidates (from left) Jimmy Tench, Jimmy Dean and Jason M. Smith answer questions for the public on Tuesday night at the Community House in Cornelia. MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

District 3 County Commission candidates (from left) Jimmy Tench, Jimmy Dean and Jason M. Smith answer questions for the public on Tuesday night at the Community House in Cornelia. MATTHEW OSBORNE/Staff

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District 3 candidates tackle campaign issues

Matthew Osborne
Friday, April 22, 2022
The three candidates for Habersham County District 3 commissioner had their say Tuesday night as early voting for the May 24 primary is just 10 days away. The forum at the Community House in Cornelia was co-sponsored by Farm Bureau, The Northeast Georgian and 107.7 The Breeze.
The Lady Raiders raise their fists before breaking the pre-game huddle just before their first-round state playoff game. CODY ROGERS/Staff

The Lady Raiders raise their fists before breaking the pre-game huddle just before their first-round state playoff game. CODY ROGERS/Staff

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Best season in Lady Raiders soccer history comes to an end

Cody Rogers
Friday, April 22, 2022
A season that saw more accolades and accomplishments than any other season in the history of the Lady Raiders soccer program ended Wednesday night with a 5-1 loss to Richmond Hill in the Sweet 16 of the state playoffs.