Friday June 20th, 2025 6:42AM

Business News

Fire damages Gainesville salvage yard
An investigation continues into a fire at a Gainesville salvage yard, although investigators said it appears the fire was sparked by "misuse of an ignition source."
6:00AM ( 7 years ago )
Sugartopia receives sign grant from Cornelia Downtown Development Authority
The Cornelia Downtown Development Authority announces that Sugartopia received a sign grant when it relocated to 188 North Main Street and expanded.
6:15PM ( 7 years ago )
Cleveland prepared to take action against Windstream for noncompliance with the law
The City of Cleveland has taken steps to force Windstream to comply with the city’s request for a business audit.
4:32PM ( 7 years ago )
Banks County officials dealing with 'nuisance' lodging facility
Banks County Sheriff Carlton Speed is seeking the help of the county commission to deal with a Banks Crossing lodging establishment that has become a resource-consuming problem for the county’s emergency responders.
1:02PM ( 7 years ago )
Helen approves $2.50 per hour pay increase for police
The City of Helen has joined the ranks of jurisdictions that is working to maintain its police force.
3:04PM ( 7 years ago )
Gainesville lawyers fund social justice endowment at Brenau University
Attorneys Phillip and Lydia Sartain have established an endowment at Brenau University in Gainesville to explore and establish academic programs for addressing social justice issues and practices.
11:03AM ( 7 years ago )
Lula City Council listens to update on depot renovation project
The City of Lula is inching closer to putting the upcoming depot renovation out for bids.
10:24PM ( 7 years ago )
Increased jail population, low salaries taxing Habersham County sheriff’s budget
Habersham County Sheriff Joey Terrell says he simply can’t compete with surrounding agencies to attract and retain enough quality officers to perform the duties demanded of his office by the residents of Habersham County.
2:57PM ( 7 years ago )
Opioid crisis taking a toll on Habersham County Government
Drug abuse, addiction and related problems are hitting Habersham County hard where it hurts — the wallet.
5:46PM ( 7 years ago )
Jacobs Media celebrates 69th anniversary with promotion, new radio station
Jacobs Media Corporation celebrated its 69th anniversary today by announcing the promotion of a longtime employee to lead the company and the addition of a new radio station.
1:20PM ( 7 years ago )