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Has the unemployment rate in Northeast Georgia finally hit the bottom? The unemployment rates in Barrow and Jackson counties actually went down slightly in August compared to the month before. Barrow County’s rate went to 11 percent from 11.2 percent in July. Jackson County’s rate went to 10.7 percent from 11 percent in July. Since last ... [Full Story »] 

A Jefferson man was arrested Thursday on charges of sexual exploitation of children after law enforcement officers found electronic equipment in his home with photos of young children. Lolan Ernest Reeves, 33, River Mist Circle, Jefferson, was charged with two counts of sexual exploitation of children, according to Jefferson police chief Joe ... [Full Story »] 

A group of Pendergrass residents are seeking the recall of the mayor and city council because of alleged misuse of public funds. A petition with the signatures of 37 people, which is more than 10 percent of the registered voters in the small North Jackson town, was submitted last week. The mayor and council have filed a petition asking for a ... [Full Story »] 

The Maysville City Council unanimously denied a proposed beer and wine ordinance Monday night with more than 100 citizens packed into the fire station. Council members Stephan Lewis, Clay Dorsey and Lynn Villyard and Mayor Jerry Baker voted against the sale of beer and wine in the town. Council member Rebecca McNeely was not present for the ... [Full Story »] 

There have been few problems so far following days of heavy rain in Jackson County and most of North Georgia. Most of North Georgia is under a flood and flash flood warning. Jackson County EMS Director Steve Nichols said Monday morning that Cooper Bridge Road had been closed due to flooding, but that most other areas appear to be OK. "The ... [Full Story »]