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Coronavirus revving up street racers

Chamian Cruz
Wednesday, November 25, 2020
From the normally busy city streets of Atlanta turned mostly vacant to the rural roads along North Georgia, the novel coronavirus has led some to see the emptiness as a speedway.  In Atlanta, residents have seen bigger and more frequent street racing events during the pandemic.
Life Church Baldwin is selling Christmas trees that benefit children locally and around the world.

Life Church Baldwin is selling Christmas trees that benefit children locally and around the world.

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Buy a Christmas tree, change a life

Isaiah Smith
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
   For those looking for the perfect tree to put a bow on holiday decorating, look no further than Life Church Baldwin.
A GBI investigation into conduct by officers at the Baldwin Police Department resulted in no charges.

A GBI investigation into conduct by officers at the Baldwin Police Department resulted in no charges.

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District attorney: No charges against Baldwin officers

Isaiah Smith
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
   After a GBI investigation into allegations of excessive use of force by the Baldwin Police Department, District Attorney George Christian said no charges would be filed.     “Rather, the GBI was asked to look at two officers’ conduct surrounding the three different arrest.
Beth Huebner (left) and Linda Harris helped make Operation Christmas Child a success at Tallulah Falls School.

Beth Huebner (left) and Linda Harris helped make Operation Christmas Child a success at Tallulah Falls School.

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Tallulah Falls fills 194 boxes for Christmas

News Staff
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
   The Tallulah Falls School family once again stepped up to support Operation Christmas Child, sponsored by Samaritan’s Purse.    Through this initiative, TFS has the opportunity to reach out to needy children around the world.
The Big Red Apple in downtown Cornelia is in need of a paint job as it has begun to crack and peel off in some areas.

The Big Red Apple in downtown Cornelia is in need of a paint job as it has begun to crack and peel off in some areas.

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Big Red Apple in Cornelia needs a new shine

Chamian Cruz
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
   Standing on the railway depot grounds in downtown Cornelia, the Big Red Apple is one of the world’s largest apple structures, but it has a rotten core that makes maintenance more difficult.
Cornelia firefighter Tristan Stephens goes through his locker during a recent shift. WoodmenLife’s fundraiser is set up to help the Cornelia Fire Department purchase a new emergency life raft and other equipment to be used for training in its new fire station.

Cornelia firefighter Tristan Stephens goes through his locker during a recent shift. WoodmenLife’s fundraiser is set up to help the Cornelia Fire Department purchase a new emergency life raft and other equipment to be used for training in its new fire station.

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WoodmenLife raising funds for fire equipment

Isaiah Smith
Friday, November 20, 2020
   For the next 33 days, WoodmenLife has partnered with the Cornelia Fire Department with the goal of helping them raise $7,300 for a new life raft and other electronic equipment used for training.
A sheet of plexiglass hangs from the ceiling between guests and Heather Boyd, who works at the front desk at the Cornelia Baymont Inn & Suites, under a new set of protocols to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

A sheet of plexiglass hangs from the ceiling between guests and Heather Boyd, who works at the front desk at the Cornelia Baymont Inn & Suites, under a new set of protocols to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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Hotel industry showing signs of recovery

Chamian Cruz
Friday, November 20, 2020
   It’s no surprise visitors from heavily populated cities and metro areas have been making the drive to Northeast Georgia, located on the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, amid the threat of a third nationwide surge in COVID-19 cases given the opportunities the area offers for...
Preslee Hix and Tanner Wade were named queen and king of homecoming Tuesday night at Habersham Central High School. TOM ASKEW/Special

Preslee Hix and Tanner Wade were named queen and king of homecoming Tuesday night at Habersham Central High School. TOM ASKEW/Special

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Hix, Wade picked by Raiders for November reign

Matthew Osborne
Friday, November 20, 2020
   Preslee Hix had plenty of demands on her time shortly after being crowned homecoming queen Tuesday night, but all she wanted to do was let Tanner Wade know that he was king.
Many mailboxes in Clarkesville sat empty earlier this week as the post office struggled to find carriers to deliver the mail.

Many mailboxes in Clarkesville sat empty earlier this week as the post office struggled to find carriers to deliver the mail.

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Clarkesville residents look for their mail as post office struggles with staff

Matthew Osborne
Friday, November 20, 2020
   Many residents of Clarkesville went to their mailboxes early this week and found them empty.    Some folks did not get mail for three or four days, which is a result of short staffing at the post office due to COVID-19 illnesses among the postal workers.