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David Barnes helps with the canning process at the Habersham County Canning Plant. Barnes has been working at the canning plant since 1983. (Hannah Caudell/Staff)

David Barnes helps with the canning process at the Habersham County Canning Plant. Barnes has been working at the canning plant since 1983. (Hannah Caudell/Staff)

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‘Nothing artificial’

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Wednesday, September 17, 2025
By Hannah Caudell Prepare, cook, preserve. While it may sound easy, the canning process takes a lot of time, a lot of careful preparation, and a lot of space. But luckily, the Habersham County Canning Plant in Demorest offers everything canners need and more. Just bring the food stuff.

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Road rage leads to Tallulah Falls School on lockdown

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Wednesday, September 17, 2025
By Hannah Caudell Tallulah Falls School went under lockdown on Friday morning as a precaution after a Gainesville man followed a school parent onto campus. On the roadway, he had threatened her by showing a gun in what appeared to be an exhibition of road rage.

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Treadwell ending council post bid

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Wednesday, September 17, 2025
By Samantha Sinclair Another candidate plans to drop out of a local council race. Liz Treadwell confirmed her plans to drop out of the Clarkesville Council Post 4 race with The Northeast Georgian on Monday.
Habersham County School Bus Driver Verner Kesler (left) greets children who board the bus after a Monday school day at Cornelia Elementary. Transportation Director Stephanie Walker (left) is also there to greet students. (Hannah Caudell/Staff)

Habersham County School Bus Driver Verner Kesler (left) greets children who board the bus after a Monday school day at Cornelia Elementary. Transportation Director Stephanie Walker (left) is also there to greet students. (Hannah Caudell/Staff)

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School system redraws bus routes for safety

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Friday, September 12, 2025
By Hannah Caudell Georgia is one of the top five states for school bus accidents and fatalities in the nation. It also has a pretty high number of motorists passing school buses when they’ve stopped to board or drop off students.
Former Demorest Councilwoman Florence Burke Wikle (left) passed away at 83 on Monday. Pictured here, Wikle stands with John Popham at their last city council meeting. (File)

Former Demorest Councilwoman Florence Burke Wikle (left) passed away at 83 on Monday. Pictured here, Wikle stands with John Popham at their last city council meeting. (File)

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Wikle leaves a legacy of service

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Friday, September 12, 2025
By Zach Taylor Former Demorest City Council Member Florence Burke Wikle passed away at the age of 83 on Monday. Wikle was known for her dedication to her community, including her service as a councilwoman and as a member of the Tomochichi Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Mt. approved annexation, variance and zoning changes to allow for a new development on Chase Road.

Mt. approved annexation, variance and zoning changes to allow for a new development on Chase Road.

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Mt. Airy OKs annexation

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Friday, September 12, 2025
By Zach Taylor Mt. Airy approved annexation, variance and zoning changes to allow for a new development by Alan Baker within the town limits on Chase Road on Monday.
Georgia Ostrich Farm owner Stefan Kuehnert stands in front of his breeding pair pen at the Turnerville location. (Zach Taylor/Staff)

Georgia Ostrich Farm owner Stefan Kuehnert stands in front of his breeding pair pen at the Turnerville location. (Zach Taylor/Staff)

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Flock of ostriches

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Friday, September 12, 2025
By Zach Taylor Northeast Georgia is home to many farmers who produce livestock, but none have the experience of Stefan Kuehnert.
To support the city’s budget as it currently stands, Baldwin would have to raise the millage to 11.273 for Habersham residents, an increase from 9.170 in 2024. (File)

To support the city’s budget as it currently stands, Baldwin would have to raise the millage to 11.273 for Habersham residents, an increase from 9.170 in 2024. (File)

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Baldwin proposes property tax hike

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Friday, September 12, 2025
By Hannah Caudell Things got heated at the Baldwin City Council meeting on Tuesday night when residents voiced concern about the millage rate, which could be raised by at least 2.103 mills for Habersham County residents.