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Tallulah Falls teacher Kellie Bly and STAR Student Jingyi “Jason” Sang were recognized Thursday by Rotary President Spencer Carr. MARY BETH HORTON/Submitted

Tallulah Falls teacher Kellie Bly and STAR Student Jingyi “Jason” Sang were recognized Thursday by Rotary President Spencer Carr. MARY BETH HORTON/Submitted

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Sang named county’s top STAR student

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Both of Habersham County’s Student Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) winners were recognized by the Habersham County Rotary Club last week, and Tallulah Falls’ Jingyi “Jason” Sang was picked as the winner of the honor of moving on to the state level.

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County, Baldwin differ on ‘joint’ statement content

Brian Wellmeier
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
The Habersham County Commission and the City of Baldwin scrapped two versions of what was intended to be a joint statement pledging unity between the two entities, though both boards maintain that they remain committed to working closer together in their vision for the county’s future.
Grado is full of energy and hoping for a new family soon. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

Grado is full of energy and hoping for a new family soon. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

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Grado is seeking a fur-ever home after 100 days in animal shelter

Amaris E. Rodriguez
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
The Habersham County Animal Shelter is hoping to find a fur-ever home for their current longest staying dog. Grado, a high-energy, friendly pooch likes to spend his time cuddling into his blanket under the sun and running around the play area while he waits for his new family.
Shown is the cover of 2021 Hello Habersham

Shown is the cover of 2021 Hello Habersham

Hello Habersham cover contest now open

News Staff
Monday, February 7, 2022
Do you have a great picture of a landmark or place that shows Habersham County at its best? Your photo could be featured on the cover of the 2022 Hello Habersham magazine.
Matthew and Priscilla express themselves during craft time during Avita’s Community Access Group’s session. CINDY LEVI/Submitted

Matthew and Priscilla express themselves during craft time during Avita’s Community Access Group’s session. CINDY LEVI/Submitted

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Avita Community Partners offer crucial mental health resources

Brian Wellmeier
Friday, February 4, 2022
Mental health is often cited as a crucial need in rural counties like Habersham, but a lack of funding and limited resources available to those who struggle with mental illness complicate the prospect of receiving treatment.
Habersham County Sheriff’s Crime Scene Technician Kayla Neal (left) and Demorest Officer James Minutello look over stolen mail seized after the arrest of Dylan Shope on Thursday. HABERSHAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE/Submitted

Habersham County Sheriff’s Crime Scene Technician Kayla Neal (left) and Demorest Officer James Minutello look over stolen mail seized after the arrest of Dylan Shope on Thursday. HABERSHAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE/Submitted

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Mail theft suspect nabbed

Matthew Osborne
Friday, February 4, 2022
A man suspected of pilfering mail from multiple communities and even other states was arrested Thursday when he accidentally approached a car driven by a Habersham County Sheriff’s investigator.

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‘Dealing death’

Matthew Osborne
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Even nearly four months later, Denton Harkins still leaves his Mt. Airy porch light on for his son Justin. “It’s those little things you don’t even think about,” Harkins said. “Those are the times when it hurts the most.” Justin Harkins passed away from an overdose of fentanyl on Oct. 10, 2021.
Tinisha Combs embraces Nanette Baughman after receiving keys to her new home Sunday. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Staff

Tinisha Combs embraces Nanette Baughman after receiving keys to her new home Sunday. BRIAN WELLMEIER/Staff

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Home, sweet home

Brian Wellmeier
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Habersham County resident Tinisha Combs and her family are now first-time homeowners, becoming the latest family to receive their new house on behalf of Habitat for Humanity.
Juan Borge Osorio and Angela Lee will be heading to their dream schools after earning Questbridge Scholarships. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

Juan Borge Osorio and Angela Lee will be heading to their dream schools after earning Questbridge Scholarships. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

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Raiders earn full college scholarships

Amaris E. Rodriguez
Friday, January 28, 2022
Two Habersham Central High School students are chasing their full potential with the help of a full-ride scholarship to their dream schools, made possible as recipients of the QuestBridge National College Match.
Haven Maddox experiened her first-ever birthday party this year after missing out for the first 17. MELANIE KINSEY/Submitted

Haven Maddox experiened her first-ever birthday party this year after missing out for the first 17. MELANIE KINSEY/Submitted

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Never too late for a party

Matthew Osborne
Friday, January 28, 2022
Haven Maddox never experienced a birthday party in her entire childhood. Being born Dec. 26 forced her special day to be a little overshadowed by that other big celebration. “When I was growing up, every time I asked for a party I was told no.