Helen City Manager Jerry Elkins had a surprise Christmas present for the city commission Tuesday afternoon: the promise of nearly $200,000 in recovered city funds, thanks to persistent work with Georgia Power Co.
Lula residents who would like to provide suggestions about future renovations for the Lula Depot and grounds will have their opportunity Monday, Dec. 18.
Peach State Federal Credit Union has made a $50,000 donation to Piedmont College benefitting the Dr. Robert H. Wainberg Natural Sciences Research Fund.
Hall County's administrative offices, courts and community centers will be closed Dec. 22-Dec. 25 for the Christmas holidays, as well as Jan. 1 for the New Year's holiday.
While some families choose to send their dogs and cats to a kennel — or a fancier "pet hotel" — when traveling, others choose to bring their pets along for the ride.
The Georgia Department of Education has been recognized by the federal government for its state promotion of Farm to School across Georgia, and three school systems were singled out for special recognition.
Habersham County Sheriff Joey Terrell issued an urgent reminder Thursday, asking county residents not to fall for the current telephone scam affecting the county.
