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Trent Thomas fires a pitch during Thursday’s matchup with Athens Academy. The Indians won the game 12-2 behind Thomas’ dominant pitching performance.

Trent Thomas fires a pitch during Thursday’s matchup with Athens Academy. The Indians won the game 12-2 behind Thomas’ dominant pitching performance.

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Indians split with Athens Academy

News Staff
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Trent Thomas complemented his shutout pitching with a pair of run-scoring hits last Thursday, giving Tallulah Falls a key 2-0 Region 8-A Private verdict over visiting Athens Academy.  The Indians set a program record with their 13th victory.
Habersham Central’s Logan Kay pitches against Lanier on Monday night.

Habersham Central’s Logan Kay pitches against Lanier on Monday night.

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Raiders earn playoff berth

News Staff
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
On Friday night, the Habersham Central baseball team punched its ticket to the state playoffs for the second time in the last two complete seasons in dominant fashion, mercy-ruling Shiloh 13-3.
The Raiders finished in third during Monday’s Area 2 tournament. Pictured are team members (from left) Joey Terrell, Colby Caldwell, Gabe Hudlow, Charles Daniel, Clay Perry, coach Matt Hudlow, Zach Shubert, John Ingram, Smith Caudell and Ethan Stamper.

The Raiders finished in third during Monday’s Area 2 tournament. Pictured are team members (from left) Joey Terrell, Colby Caldwell, Gabe Hudlow, Charles Daniel, Clay Perry, coach Matt Hudlow, Zach Shubert, John Ingram, Smith Caudell and Ethan Stamper.

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Lady Raiders win area, boys earn sectional bid

News Staff
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Both Raider golf teams will advance in the postseason after solid showings at Area 2-6A tournament Monday.  The Lady Raider golf team qualified for the state tournament after winning the Area 2-6A tournament Monday by 14 strokes.
Demorest Elementary School students who raised $500 or more include (front row, from left) Charlie Hastie, Amelia Quaife and Aubrey Davis. Middle row are (from left) Helena Hastie, Olivia Holbrook, A.J. Beach and Braelin Sipes. Back row are (from left) David Gailer (Asst. Principal at DES), Erna Dowdy (P.E. Teacher at DES), Holly Marbut (Youth Market Director, American Heart Association), Superintendent Matthew Cooper and Demorest Principal Connie Yearwood.

Demorest Elementary School students who raised $500 or more include (front row, from left) Charlie Hastie, Amelia Quaife and Aubrey Davis. Middle row are (from left) Helena Hastie, Olivia Holbrook, A.J. Beach and Braelin Sipes. Back row are (from left) David Gailer (Asst. Principal at DES), Erna Dowdy (P.E. Teacher at DES), Holly Marbut (Youth Market Director, American Heart Association), Superintendent Matthew Cooper and Demorest Principal Connie Yearwood.

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Demorest Elementary raises more than $20K for AHA

News Staff
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Despite the financial burden levied on U.S. households amid the COVID-19 pandemic, students of Demorest Elementary School have managed to raise more than $20,000 for the American Heart Association (AHA), an all-time high since the fundraiser began 17 years ago.
Habersham County Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame inductee John Foster (right) is presented his award by Joey Duncan.

Habersham County Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame inductee John Foster (right) is presented his award by Joey Duncan.

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Foster, Ivester top Chamber honorees

News Staff
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Sen. John Foster was named to the Habersham County Chamber of Commerce’s Hall of Fame on Friday at the organization’s annual awards banquet.
Sheriff Joey Terrell (left) appeared at Monday’s county commission meeting to plead for help with staffing his department, as there are 18 open positions on the force. He was joined by several officers, including (from left) Sgt. Ethan Neal, Deputy Tyler Moon, and Cpl. Brian Collins. Deputy Dakota Nguyen (out of frame right) and Lt. Travis Jarrell (obscured behind the sheriff) also attended to show their support.

Sheriff Joey Terrell (left) appeared at Monday’s county commission meeting to plead for help with staffing his department, as there are 18 open positions on the force. He was joined by several officers, including (from left) Sgt. Ethan Neal, Deputy Tyler Moon, and Cpl. Brian Collins. Deputy Dakota Nguyen (out of frame right) and Lt. Travis Jarrell (obscured behind the sheriff) also attended to show their support.

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Code blue crisis situation - Sheriff’s force getting dangerously thin

News Staff
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Habersham County Sheriff Joey Terrell pleaded with county commissioners on Monday to allocate resources to help the sheriff’s office recruit and retain officers after four of his men left law enforcement altogether last week.
Commissioner Tim Stamey (right) explains his reasons for resigning Monday night as Chairman Dustin Mealor looks on.

Commissioner Tim Stamey (right) explains his reasons for resigning Monday night as Chairman Dustin Mealor looks on.

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Stamey steps down from county commission

News Staff
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Tim Stamey has never been afraid to speak his mind, but Monday, he spoke from the heart. Stamey announced his resignation Monday as a county commissioner after 16 months on the job, citing health concerns and advice from his doctors. Stamey said he had a minor heart attack on Feb. 22.
Two cars collided near Antioch Church Road Monday morning. CHAD BLACK/Submitted

Two cars collided near Antioch Church Road Monday morning. CHAD BLACK/Submitted

Crash on Highway 15/441 sends three to the hospital

News Staff
Monday, April 19, 2021
   A crash at the intersection of Georgia Highway 15/U.S. 441 and Antioch Church Road near Clarkesville on Monday morning sent three people to the hospital.    A Kia Soul driven by Michelle Norfleet, 66, of Franklin, N.C.
Left to right are Piedmont University students Caitlyn Worthy and Allison Cole at the Ruby Fulbright Aquatic Center

Left to right are Piedmont University students Caitlyn Worthy and Allison Cole at the Ruby Fulbright Aquatic Center

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Piedmont students administer COVID-19 vaccines to Habersham County community

News Staff
Friday, April 16, 2021
Not everyone can say they played a role in trying to bring an end to a global pandemic, but Allison Cole and Caitlyn Worthy are two of the nearly 65 Piedmont University nursing students who’ve had the opportunity to do exactly that.

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New bill could affect Clarkesville liquor sales

News Staff
Friday, April 16, 2021
The Clarkesville City Council discussed on Monday how Senate Bill 145 will impact its future alcohol sales.  The bill modifies the requirements for cities and counties to call for a ballot question on liquor package sales by resolution or ordinance. Gov.