Johnson probe still an open case, 5 months later
Matthew Osborne
Georgia’s Supreme Court has yet to rule on former magistrate judge Gerald Johnson’s status within the judiciary.
Friday, June 16, 2023
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Public meetings
News Staff
The following public meetings are scheduled from June 16-22.
Habersham County Commission
6 p.m. regular meeting Monday, June 19, at the county courthouse in Clarkesville, 295 Llewellyn Street. The meeting will include a public hearing on the 2023-24 fiscal year county budget.
Friday, June 16, 2023
Farmhouse Coffee seeks liquor license in Demorest
Matthew Osborne
Stephen and Marilyn Martin came to Demorest’s special-called meeting Tuesday bearing gifts – iced coffees of various flavors for city officials – to celebrate their impending arrival in town as the owners of Farmhouse Coffee.
Friday, June 16, 2023
Family members help George and Pam (second and third from left) Anderson pack up their items in anticipation of the eviction coming the couple’s way. Left to right are Rachel Witcher, Tiffany Witcher, Austin Shedd, Robert Witcher, Nicholas Witcher and Whitney Witcher. JOHN DILLS/Staff
Housing crunch hits elderly Cornelia couple
John Dills
Finding housing for any couple can be difficult, but for Pam and George Anderson, it’s next to impossible. The two have been living in their home in Cornelia for multiple years, but on Monday, they found out they will be leaving and not coming back.
Friday, June 16, 2023
Nacoochee school reunion alums, friends and family gather on the Community Hall steps for this year’s photo. CASEY TANKSLEY/Submitted
Nacoochee school reunion honors another year together
News Staff
The Nacoochee school reunion was held on June 10 at the Sautee Nacoochee Center.
The Nacoochee school ran from 1928 through 1974. It was established as a public school by the White County Board of Education, with grades 1 through 11. The last graduating class was 1959.
Friday, June 16, 2023
Hayden Gailey gets into the open field. RILEY WILSON/Special
Raiders hone skills in Athens 7v7
Lang Storey
Habersham Central Football participated in UGA’s 7-on-7 team camp this week in Athens. A delegation of Raiders made its way down Highway 441 on Wednesday. That same contingent was back competing for a second session on Thursday.
The rules of 7-on-7 are simple.
Friday, June 16, 2023
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Georgia Power monitors summer storm threats
News Staff
According to weather forecasts across the state, many Georgia communities may experience isolated or severe summer storms over the next week including high winds, hail and heavy rain.
Friday, June 16, 2023
Habersham Central’s hoops teams are barnstorming in the coming week, including Brannon Gaines (left ) and the boys and Kyia Barrett and the girls. FILE
Habersham hoops teams putting in summer work
Lang Storey
These days, nearly all sports could be considered year-round sports. The official slate of games may indeed be seasonal, but for a program to keep pace with the modern demands and advancements of its sport, it’ll need to maintain a 12-month schedule. Basketball is no different.
Friday, June 16, 2023
Jason and Cissy Carroll have made it their goal to support other families while fighting their own battles and supporting their son, Jackson (center). SUBMITTED
A foundation of selflessness
John Dills
Take The Trip Foundation, a new non-profit this year, has taken the first steps to become established. Take The Trip was founded by husband and wife, Jason and Cissy Carroll, after taking their own trip.
In 2015, Cissy was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer and brain metastases.
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
County budget projects no millage increase
Matthew Osborne
Habersham County has posted its preliminary budget for fiscal year 2023-24 after receiving a general idea of its potential tax digest growth Friday.
Wednesday, June 14, 2023