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Author George Hudson signs a copy of his latest novel “Shep’s Adventures” for resident Audrey Davenport at Cornelia Library. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

Author George Hudson signs a copy of his latest novel “Shep’s Adventures” for resident Audrey Davenport at Cornelia Library. AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ/Staff

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Author brings young adult fiction book back to Habersham County

Amaris E. Rodriguez
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Inspired by his grandchildren to write a book aimed at younger generations, George Hudson returned to Habersham County to hold book signings of his debut adolescent novel “Shep’s Adventures,” last week, with his first stop being the Cornelia Library on Thursday.
Left photo: Taken by Ed Blackburn of Hart County, His dog, Lincoln, "driving" a boat on Lake Hartwell. Right photo: Taken by Anna Welch of Hart County. A breathtaking sunset with an American flag over Lake Hartwell.

Left photo: Taken by Ed Blackburn of Hart County, His dog, Lincoln, "driving" a boat on Lake Hartwell. Right photo: Taken by Anna Welch of Hart County. A breathtaking sunset with an American flag over Lake Hartwell.

Spring Lake Living cover contest underway

News Staff
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
Northeast Georgia lakes are surrounded by beauty year-round, but spring is one of the most beautiful times. Lake Living magazine is now accepting submissions for photography reflecting that beauty, which may be featured on the cover of the magazine’s spring 2022 edition.
Dawson Zachery Ansley, 16, of Baldwin, and Walter Avery Camargo, 16, of Cornelia died when their car flipped multiple times after veering off a wet roadway late at night.

Dawson Zachery Ansley, 16, of Baldwin, and Walter Avery Camargo, 16, of Cornelia died when their car flipped multiple times after veering off a wet roadway late at night.

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Families mourn teens lost in crash

Matthew Osborne
Friday, March 18, 2022
The community is still feeling the effects of the death of two local teenagers in a March 8 one-car crash on Highway 254. Dawson Zachery Ansley, 16, of Baldwin, and Walter Avery Camargo, 16, of Cornelia died when their car flipped multiple times after veering off a wet roadway late at night.

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Clarkesville, Cornelia fill council seats

Brian Wellmeier
Friday, March 18, 2022
It took two attempts, but Clarkesville finally has a new council member. Habersham County native Brendon Ansley finally stepped forward to fill former councilman Steven Ward’s seat Monday after no one filed for the election through the entirety of last week’s qualifying period.
Circle of Hope’s Linda Shadburn (left) and Suzanne Dow (right) present the Circle of Excellence award to Jeff Herrin. LINDA SHADBURN/Submitted

Circle of Hope’s Linda Shadburn (left) and Suzanne Dow (right) present the Circle of Excellence award to Jeff Herrin. LINDA SHADBURN/Submitted

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Landlord honored for community service

Brian Wellmeier
Friday, March 18, 2022
Local landlord and owner of Herrin Community Jeff Herrin has been recognized by Circle of Hope, an organization which aims to support victims of domestic violence, with the Circle of Excellence award for his continued partnership and dedication to those working to recover from past trauma.
The old courthouse in Clarkesville may finally have a destiny after many dormant years.

The old courthouse in Clarkesville may finally have a destiny after many dormant years.

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Courthouse to become affordable housing

Brian Wellmeier
Friday, March 18, 2022
The possible fate of the former courthouse structure in downtown Clarkesville was revealed at a special called meeting Wednesday by town planner Lew Oliver, who requested that council vote to recognize the future transfer of the site from the county to the Habersham County Development Authority.
New Band of Blue Director Jacob Weinstein takes a selfie with his former band members at Temple High School. JACOB WEINSTEIN/Submitted

New Band of Blue Director Jacob Weinstein takes a selfie with his former band members at Temple High School. JACOB WEINSTEIN/Submitted

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Something new, something Blue

Amaris E. Rodriguez
Friday, March 18, 2022
Habersham Central High School will be welcoming a new director of the Band of Blue, Jacob Weinstein, for the new school year following the retirement of their current Director of Bands, Ryan Dukes, who will be retiring next February.
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Real-life lessons

Amaris E. Rodriguez
Friday, March 18, 2022
Jahzion Rucker and Trey King, students from the Ninth Grade Academy, addressed the board along with Principal David Leenman, on how the academy’s focus on students has helped them succeed and overcome challenges to become better students and gain confidence.
Emma Holland and Ethan Dalton earned scholarships from the Georgia Association of Agricultural Fairs. KIMBERLY FOSTER/Submitted

Emma Holland and Ethan Dalton earned scholarships from the Georgia Association of Agricultural Fairs. KIMBERLY FOSTER/Submitted

Students earn scholarships

News Staff
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
The Georgia Association of Agricultural Fairs (GAAF) held its annual convention last month at the Georgia National Fair Grounds and Agriculture Center in Perry and awarded two of their three scholarships to local students. Each student has been actively involved with the Chattahoochee Mountain Fair.
Drugs and other items were seized from the vehicle driven by Andrew Nelson Dover on March 9. ARDEO/Submitted

Drugs and other items were seized from the vehicle driven by Andrew Nelson Dover on March 9. ARDEO/Submitted

Clarkesville couple arrested again for alleged drug trafficking

News Staff
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
A Clarkesville couple who have run afoul of the law before on drug charges were arrested again after a chase with law enforcement officers on March 9. Habersham County Sheriff’s deputies attempted to stop a car on Highway 115 in Demorest for a traffic violation.