Showing up

When natural disasters occur, it’s important that we remember to honor our first responders, who are crucial for a safe community.The storm in Habersham County Tuesday night knocked down trees, caused power outages and damaged homes and infrastructure.

What’s your reasons?

There are countless reasons to love Habersham County. We all know this is a special place to call home. But, what makes it special? Is it the people we meet, the places to see or perhaps the activities to do?

Get ready for the first day

In just two weeks, children across the county will be swinging backpacks over their shoulders and boarding buses for the first day of school.

Show up

On Wednesday, we asked you to vote. Today, we’re asking you to show up.On Monday, the Habersham County Board of Commissioners will hold its first budget hearing.

Vote again

It’s time to vote again.Voting for runoff elections in state races started on Saturday, and continue through Friday, with the election on Tuesday, June 16.Whether or not you voted in the May 19 Primary Election, it’s important to get out and vote in this runoff.

We salute you

Saturday, June 6 marks the 82nd anniversary of the largest amphibious and most significant wartime invasion in history.

Create an impact with reading

On Tuesday, Volunteers for Literacy kicked off this year’s One Book Habersham with Malcolm Mitchell and his book, The Magician’s Hat.One Book Habersham was already a magical aspect of the work Volunteers for Literacy does as it brings the entire community together in reading the same book.

Thumbs up, thumbs down

   Thumbs up – Living in the Bible Belt and being surrounded by fellow Christians is the biggest benefit to calling Habersham County home. This is Holy Week and Sunday churches across our community and beyond will celebrate the resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Twenty-five years later, we remember her warm smile

   She was beautiful. She had a round face, big blue eyes and a warm, easy smile.   Her name was Bonelle Stevens. She had moved into a little house on the other side of the railroad tracks, across from the Baptist church.   He was tall, raw-boned and clean-cut.

There’s always that one cow

By Philip Smith   Ahhh … spring is upon us and the beautiful yellow pollen (I jest) has blanketed our vehicles and outdoor sitting areas all while sending us sprinting to the allergy aisle at the local pharmacy.