Habersham News

05/30/2026

05/29/2026

CORNELIA, Ga. — A new documentary chronicling the history and legacy of Cornelia's iconic Big Red Apple will make its public debut on Saturday, June 6, following the monument's 100th anniversary unveiling ceremony.

Produced by Habersham History, The Big Red Apple - A 100-Year Legacy explores the story behind one of Northeast Georgia's most recognizable landmarks, tracing its origins from the height of the region's apple industry to its lasting role as a symbol of community identity.

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CORNELIA, Ga. — A new documentary chronicling the history and legacy of Cornelia's iconic Big Red Apple will make its public debut on Saturday, June 6, follow

05/27/2026

A combination of modern technology and strong interagency relationships helped authorities safely recover a missing 12-year-old Habersham County girl last week, according to the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office.

The girl was reported missing from the Mt. Airy area on Thursday, May 21. During an onsite investigation and area search, deputies determined the juvenile had left with an individual in a vehicle that was possibly headed toward the Georgia coast.

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A combination of modern technology and strong interagency relationships helped authorities safely recover a missing 12-year-old Habersham County girl last week,

05/26/2026

The Clarkesville City Council will hold a work session Tuesday evening with discussions planned on grant opportunities, transportation planning, budget amendments and ongoing city maintenance concerns.

The meeting is scheduled for 5 p.m. on May 26.

Among the unfinished business items, council members are expected to discuss yard debris pickup and right-of-way maintenance within the city.

Under new business, city officials will provide an update on several grant projects and applications, including a proposed restoration of the Clarkesville square that could bring $1.6 million in grant funding through the Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank. The proposal also includes a $100,000 low-interest loan, a $200,000 right-of-way donation from the city, and additional local funding through LMIG and SPLOST allocations.

Council members are also expected to discuss the Federal Transit Administration’s Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development Planning.

The Clarkesville City Council will hold a work session Tuesday evening with discussions planned on grant opportunities, transportation planning, budget amendmen

05/26/2026

The Baldwin Mayor and City Council will hold a special called meeting Thursday, May 28, at 6 p.m. to discuss the city’s FY 2027 budget.

The meeting will take place at the Baldwin Municipal Courtroom, located at 155 Willingham Avenue in Baldwin.

Residents with questions may contact Baldwin City Hall at 706-778-6341 or email [email protected].

The Baldwin Mayor and City Council will hold a special called meeting Thursday, May 28, at 6 p.m. to discuss the city’s FY 2027 budget. The meeting will ta

05/25/2026

Habersham County residents are invited to honor the nation’s fallen service members during a Memorial Day ceremony hosted by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7720 on Monday, May 25.

The ceremony will begin at 4 p.m. at the VFW Memorial Park, located at 1492 Smith Loop Road in Demorest...

Habersham County residents are invited to honor the nation’s fallen service members during a Memorial Day ceremony hosted by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 772

05/23/2026

Dark clouds and heavy rain may have delayed the start of Friday night’s graduation ceremony at Habersham Central High School, but nothing could dampen the excitement surrounding the Class of 2026...

Dark clouds and heavy rain may have delayed the start of Friday night’s graduation ceremony at Habersham Central High School, but nothing could dampen the exc

05/22/2026

“She never forgot where she came from.”

Habersham County native and Grammy-winning artist Kimberly Schlapman recently spoke at Habersham Rotary Club, sharing stories about her life, music career and roots in Northeast Georgia.

Habersham News was there to record the full presentation.

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Grammy-winning country music artist Kimberly Schlapman returned home to Habersham County to visit and receive a lifetime achievement award from her alma mate...

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

Grammy award winning Country singer Kimberly Schlapman talks about a typical day in the life for her. Ms. Schlapman is being awarded a lifetime achievement award from Habersham Central High School on 5/22/2026.