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Mount Yonah, popular with hikers, is currently the scene of an investigation by the White County Sheriff’s Department. (Carly Henderson/CNI News Service)

Mount Yonah, popular with hikers, is currently the scene of an investigation by the White County Sheriff’s Department. (Carly Henderson/CNI News Service)

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Two bodies found on Mount Yonah

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Friday, September 11, 2026
By Carly HendersonHuman remains discovered Wednesday on Mount Yonah have been sent to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation Crime Lab for autopsy as investigators work to determine the cause of death and identify the two deceased people.
Stephens County Hospital provides healthcare for Toccoa and surrounding North Georgia communities. (Submitted)

Stephens County Hospital provides healthcare for Toccoa and surrounding North Georgia communities. (Submitted)

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Stephens hospital joining Wellstar

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Friday, September 4, 2026
by Michael 0’HearnCNI News ServiceStephens County Hospital is partnering with Wellstar Health System, the two healthcare providers announced Wednesday morning.Wellstar Health System and Stephens County Hospital have reached an agreement for Stephens County Hospital and related entities to become...
County Administrator Darrin Giles, RCWSA Chairman Sam Beck

County Administrator Darrin Giles, RCWSA Chairman Sam Beck

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Demorest plan affects Rabun County’s future

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Wednesday, August 26, 2026
By Megan HornCNI News ServiceThe Rabun County Board of Commissioners voted “to exhaust all avenues to protect Rabun County resources” during a special-called meeting on Friday, Aug. 21 at 9 a.m. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss a letter commissioners received from the Rabun County Water...
Officer Matthew Cook speaks about his use of the Flock system as an employee of the Gainesville Police Department during a townhall-style meeting hosted by Citizens for a Free Lumpkin. (Keith Murden/CNI News Service)

Officer Matthew Cook speaks about his use of the Flock system as an employee of the Gainesville Police Department during a townhall-style meeting hosted by Citizens for a Free Lumpkin. (Keith Murden/CNI News Service)

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Flock comments cause controversy

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Friday, August 14, 2026
By Keith Murden and Matt AikenCNI News Service One law enforcement officer’s comments about Flock security cameras during a recent public forum appear to have kicked off an internal audit at the Gainesville Police Department, according to local officials.“I can search cameras across the entire...
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Jury awards $22M in malpractice suit

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Friday, July 3, 2026
By Megan HornCNI News ServiceA verdict of $22 million in a medical malpractice, wrongful death case was returned against two physicians and radiology group by a jury in Rabun County Superior Court on Friday, June 26.
Emir Caner was Truett McConnell University’s president for 17 years. He separated from TMU in September 2025. (File)

Emir Caner was Truett McConnell University’s president for 17 years. He separated from TMU in September 2025. (File)

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Former president sues university

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Friday, June 26, 2026
By Carly HendersonCNI News ServiceFormer Truett McConnell University President Emir Caner has filed a breach-of-contract lawsuit against the university, alleging trustees improperly terminated his employment last year despite a contract that was set to run through 2031.The complaint, filed June 5...
Election 2026

Election 2026

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Jackson defeats Jones for GOP gubernatorial nomination

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Friday, June 19, 2026
By Ty TagamiCapitol Beat News ServiceEntrepreneur Rick Jackson defeated Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in the Republican runoff for governor and will compete in November for the state’s top office against Democratic former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms.Jackson led Jones by several percentage points...
Election 2026

Election 2026

Collins wins GOP nomination for U.S. Senate

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Tuesday, June 16, 2026
By Ty TagamiBureau ChiefCapitol Beat News Service U.S. Rep. Mike Collins defeated political newcomer Derek Dooley in the Republican runoff for U.S. Senate and will face incumbent Jon Ossoff in November.The second-term congressman from Jackson held more than a 10 percentage point margin over Dooley...