Hiawassee announces inaugural half marathon & 5K on March 14

Looking for a fitness goal to kick off healthy habits in 2026? Why not run or walk a scenic, local road race for a good cause. A brand-new event is coming to Hiawassee, Ga., on March 14, 2026, featuring a half marathon (13.1 miles) and a 5K (3.1 miles).

YHC men’s soccer win conference championship

YOUNG HARRIS, GA -- The Young Harris College Men’s Soccer team won the Conference Carolinas Tournament Nov. 15, knocking the Trailblazers of North Greenville University out of the running in a 3-1 victory.

Toccoa Symphony Orchestra, Currahee Artist Guild Concert & Art Show Dec. 7

Steeped in tradition and holiday cheer, the Toccoa Symphony Orchestra and the Currahee Artist Guild invite you to their annual Christmas Concert and Art Show on Sunday, Dec. 7, at the Grace Alford Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Toccoa Falls College.

Habersham EMC celebrates milestone of 8 years of no lost time accidents

There are a wide variety of jobs performed at Habersham EMC, but none of them are exempt from the dedication to safety. From the linemen to member services and everyone in between, the over 100 employees at HEMC all play a unique role in maintaining a safe work environment.

Cold case cleared with DNA evidence

After 24 years, a baffling local cold case has been closed and cleared. It was a case that began on the evening of May 25, 2001, with the awful murder of Dahlonega resident Herman Wilder just outside Golden Hills Apartments.

A Grave Affair at Osborn Cemetery: History Comes Alive After Dark

History will come alive under the glow of lantern light this November as the Towns County Historical Society presents A Grave Affair at Osborn Cemetery.

Taylor of Clarkesville one of UNG’s Advanced Camp graduates

DAHLONEGA, GA -- Gill Garner decided two weeks before starting as a student at the University of North Georgia (UNG) that she wanted to be a member of the Corps of Cadets. More than three years later, the senior from Cumming, Ga.

Exhibition highlights WCU’s Bachelor of Fine Art students’ work

Cullowhee, NC | The Western Carolina University Fine Art Museum at Bardo Arts Center (BAC) is excited to host its annual Bachelor of Fine Art Portfolio Exhibition starting Tuesday, Nov. 4.

Measles continues – Elimination in jeopardy

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has now served as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for 10 months. This comes 25 years after the U.S. declared measles elimination. However, in less than a year, we are at risk of losing this significant public health achievement.

Young Harris College students present at medieval renaissance conference

YOUNG HARRIS, GA  Students representing Young Harris College presented at the 37th University of Virginia-Wise Medieval Renaissance Conference, recently, speaking on a variety of research topics related to medieval and Renaissance periods. Five students spoke at the academic conference in Wise, VA.