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The Senior Center could see some budget cuts in FY26, though the structure needs replaceable ceiling tiles and funding for Meals on Wheels. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff
Senior Center out of funds
Students of the Hazel Grove Elementary Teach One to Lead One program stand with the Family Promise sign outside of the Family Promise of White and Habersham facility, a nonprofit dedicated to remedying homelessness in the North Georgia region. Pictured from left to right are (front) Violet Ramey, Brin Forrester, Aiyana Sutton, (back) Chloe Baird, Willow Ingebrigsten, Riley Gallahan, Konnor Tucker, Mason Harris, Matheo Garcia Vega and Ayden Meiburg. SUBMITTED
A lasting impact
The roundabout at the intersection of Ga. 197 and Ga. 17 near the Clarkesville Ingles is nearing the start of construction, with GDOT scheduling a current let date for Oct. 17 of this year. SUBMITTED
Where we’re heading
Search narrows to three
Baldwin Fire Department will be looking for new leadership in the coming weeks. The department will function normally until then. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff
Baldwin fire chief, assistant chief resign
The County Commissioners listen to budget hearings from a few of the departments on Wednesday afternoon, including animal control, fleet and road maintenance, and emergency management services. HANNAH CAUDELL/Staff
County holds several FY 2026 budget hearings
Demorest’s TAD and redevelopment powers are coming down to the wire with only one week left in this legislative session. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff
Demorest tax district in progress
From left, Annalee Lewis, Abigail Taylor, and Ary Sanchez point toward the audience during one of their practice performances for Thursday’s opening night. “Mamma Mia!” will take the Habersham Central High School stage on Friday. The show will run through Sunday with a matinee show at 2 p.m. on the final day. The two-and-a-half hour show is filled with great vocals and choreography, with some funny moments mixed in. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff
Having the time of your life
Commissioners listen in on budget proposals from each departments in one of three public hearings this week. ZACH TAYLOR/Staff
