Commerce leaders got a look this week at a proposed ordinance that would regulate a future dog park.
Jefferson High School was the only high school in Jackson County that topped the state average on the SAT. The Georgia Department of Education released the 2022 SAT results for public school-students on Sept. 28.
The Jackson County Board of Commissioners will take up several routine items when it meets on Oct. 17.
Lawyers for a voting rights group founded by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams said Monday they will likely appeal last week’s federal court ruling upholding Georgia’s election laws.
Gov. Brian Kemp has used his four years in office to enrich himself instead of looking out for Georgians’ best interests, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Stacey Abrams charged Monday.
Georgia should consider getting rid of the state’s high fee on electric vehicle registrations in favor of an alternative that doesn’t discourage motorists from buying EVs, an auto industry lobbyist said Monday.
U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock’s campaign reported another prolific fundraising quarter Monday.
Gov. Brian Kemp extended the temporary suspension of the state’s gasoline tax Monday, a reprieve the state can afford due to a bulging budget surplus.
ATLANTA - Georgia should consider getting rid of the state’s high fee on electric vehicle registrations in favor of an alternative that doesn’t discourage motorists from buying EVs, an auto industry lobbyist said Monday.
In February, Apalachee High School SkillsUSA advisor, Amanda Pugh, received an $8,400 grant, which students and advisors used to upgrade their lab, which was completed in September.
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Jackson County Community Outreach hosted its 22nd Annual Achievement Award Banquet at the Jefferson Civic Center on Oct. 1.
Jackson EMC has released 56 contractors to assist in Hurricane Ian restoration efforts in the Orlando, Fla., area. The contract crew members will be assisting Florida Power and Light, Florida’s largest utility serving more than 12 million customers.
Democrats and Republicans don’t agree about much in election season.
Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is relaxing its mask requirements. Employees, patients and visitors who are fully-vaccinated are no longer required to wear a mask.
Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is relaxing its mask requirements. Employees, patients and visitors who are fully-vaccinated are no longer required to wear a mask.
Despite their differences, the two candidates for Georgia attorney general share one important commonalty: Both were trained at the University of Georgia law school.
The Madison County Board of Commissioners will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 3 in the county government complex.
Madison County has trailed surrounding counties in government salaries, but every county employee will get a pay increase in 2023. County commissioners hope this will help keep current staff members employed with the county while attracting new ones to fill vacancies.
The Banks County Board of Commissioners will hear an appeal from Taylor Griffith regarding public notices and public notice procedures. The public hearing will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 11, in the board room at the Banks County Annex Building, located at 150 Hudson Ridge, Homer.
Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler has reported that all Regional Commissions recorded a rise in unemployment rates in August.
2022 has been quite a year for our school aged children as we celebrate the much awaited “return to normalcy.” School events and extracurricular activities have resumed, all Georgia children have the opportunity for in person learning and we have taken steps to ensure personal liberties and …
Martin Smith, 54, of Winder, was arrested and charged with five counts of possession of child pornography and is currently detained in the Barrow County Detention Center.
The City of Commerce will host its fall curbside cleanup Oct. 17-21. This program is free to Commerce residents.
U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Ga., introduced a bill Thursday to calm foreign-based electric vehicle manufacturers’ fears that recent federal legislation would hurt them financially before a Hyundai EV plant near Savannah could start production.
Northeast Georgia Health System was recently named to Forbes magazine’s list of America’s Best Employers By State. The list ranked 1,382 employers across the nation and ranked NGHS among the top 15 organizations in Georgia.
Tropical Storm Ian has shifted to the east and is not expected to make a direct hit on the Georgia coast, Gov. Brian Kemp said Thursday.
Georgia’s housing supply – especially affordable housing – is far too low to meet the demand, a group of housing experts told state lawmakers this week.
Madison County finance director Melissa Branyon Tolbert was booked into the county jail Tuesday for alleged thefts at a job she held prior to working with the county.
When it comes to securing economic development for Madison County, does the current governmental setup work, or could it be better?
A federal judge has dismissed a voting rights group’s lawsuit against Georgia’s controversial 2021 voting law.
U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., introduced legislation Wednesday calling for greater oversight of the federal prison system.
The Jefferson City Council approved multiple administrative items at its Sept. 26 voting session, including the FY23 budget, millage rate and fee schedule.
A request that would have allowed SK Battery America to construct a private lodging facility on its Commerce campus has been withdrawn.
The Banks County Board of Education approved several facility, field trip and project requests at its September meeting.
Should the Hoschton Historical Preservation Committee attain “commission” status, it would allow the group to petition for certain historical structures to be protected from demolition.
The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is monitoring Hurricane Ian's trajectory and changes to predictions on how the storm will affect the state.
The University System of Georgia awarded an all-time high 74,446 degrees during the last fiscal year, up 2.1% over fiscal 2021.
For the fifth year in a row, Georgia public-school students outperformed their peers across the country on the SAT.
The Jackson County Board of Commissioners approved its budget and tax rate in a called meeting Sept. 26.
Jackson EMC is closely monitoring the weather forecast and the potential impact on our area from Hurricane Ian. Crews are ready to respond, if conditions warrant.
The Jackson County Cattlemen’s Association recently hosted a special program where over 70 people attended.
A new event venue and a new B&B/event venue were among the items recently approved by the Jackson County Planning Commission.
The Barrow Board of Education discussed loaning up to $20 million of its general fund balance into its capital project funds at its Sept. 27 work session.
A delegation of students and instructors across Georgia, which included local residents Ashley Watson of Winder and Paige Buhite of Statham, met with elected officials in Washington, D.C. last week to discuss career and technical education (CTE) programs and their effectiveness in preparing …
Braselton is potentially closer to having a downtown hotel.
The Barrow County Board of Commissioners was recently updated on the status of the projects using the American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds it received last year.
The 2022 Barrow County Chamber of Commerce Businesswoman of the Year luncheon presented by Northeast Georgia Medical Center will be held Wednesday, Nov. 9 from 11 to 1 p.m. at the Georgia Club, located at 1050 Chancellor's Drive in Statham.
Petit Le Mans returns to the Braselton area this week, bringing with it an annual financial windfall for the town.
Ms. Julie hand-made made beautiful handmade quilts and donated them to Adventure Bags for local children in crisis to enjoy.
Barrow County Animal Control is hosting a Fall Adoption Event Sunday, Oct. 2 from 5-8 p.m. at Victor Lord Park, located at 206 2nd Street in Winder.
The Georgia Department of Transportation (DOT) has opened a third lane on I-85 North and South near Braselton covering a four-mile stretch between the Hwy. 53 exit to a point just south of the Hwy. 332 overpass.
The Hoschton Police Department now has two full-time officers with Steven Bradberry joining the force as a captain last week.
The Ministry Village is hosting its second annual gala, "Hoedown for Healing," Sunday, Oct. 16 at 5:30 p.m. at Hays-McDonald Farm to raise awareness and support for the mental health needs in the local community.
Questions about Hoschton’s water system provided the main talking points during a 40-minute question-and-answer session held by the city council last week.
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, the Republican who pulled off an upset victory in his state over an incumbent Democrat last year, came to Georgia Tuesday to stump with GOP Gov. Brian Kemp.
The Innovation Amphitheater is hosting the following shows this fall:
An ante litem notice was sent to Barrow County from the City of Winder Aug. 11, alleging the county's sale of water to the Accent Springs development violates the spirit of the Service Delivery Act (SDS) by allowing the duplication of services. The city also alleged it would be a violation o…
The first multi-million-dollar, stormwater specific, rehabilitation project is finally underway in the City of Winder.
The 11th annual Adventure Bags Debbie Gori Memorial Ride is set Saturday, Oct. 1 at the Winder Moose Lodge, located at 434 Hwy. 211 in Winder. Registration begins at 9 a.m.
Truffles is timid and loves treats. She's has had a rough life so she needs gentleness to be comfortable.
The Barrow County Sheriff's Office is hosting a Back the Blue Cruise-In Oct. 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Innovation Amphitheater.
The Fall Open House hosted by the Winder VFW Post 1187 and VFW Auxiliary 1187 is postponed to Friday, Oct. 14 from 6-8 p.m. due to inclement weather.
Spirit of Sharing, Feeding Barrow and River Hills Church have partnered to provide the community a mobile food distribution Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 199 James Albert Johnson Avenue in Winder. Those who would like to volunteer should arrive at 9:30 a.m. Volunteers are also needed …
During Storm Preparedness Month, it was brought to the attention of Barrow County Emergency Services (BCES) that not many people know or understand what EMA means on the Barrow County Emergency Services logo.
Governor Brian P. Kemp issued a State of Emergency order Tuesday for all counties in Georgia in preparation for Hurricane Ian's impact later in the week.
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