Happening in Habersham

7 Brew in Cornelia Rising Quickly, Opening Expected Soon

Construction on the new 7 Brew Coffee location in Cornelia is moving at a remarkable pace, with visible progress taking shape almost daily at...

Brenau Cheer Wins Third Straight National Title, Local Talent Plays Key Role

The Brenau University competitive cheerleading team has once again proven it belongs among the nation’s elite. The Golden Tigers captured their third consecutive national championship...

Today in History: Alto Tuberculosis Sanatorium Became State Youth Facility in 1953

Seventy-three years ago, a major transition was underway in Habersham County—one that reflected changing medical science, shifting public policy, and a new chapter for...

“Lease-to-Own Now!” Banner at Cornelia Big Lots Sparks Questions — But Store Isn’t Closing

Shoppers in Cornelia may have noticed a new banner hanging over the familiar Big Lots sign — “Lease-to-Own Now!” — prompting some concern that...

GBI Arrests Mount Airy Man on Child Exploitation Charges

A man from Mount Airy, Georgia has been arrested and charged following an investigation into the distribution of child sexual abuse material, according to...

Clarkesville Council to Review Grants, Drought Update at April 27 Work Session

The City of Clarkesville will hold a council work session Monday, April 27, with discussions ranging from grant opportunities to drought conditions and employee...

Baldwin City Council to Consider Personnel Changes, Aid Agreement at Tuesday Meeting

The Baldwin City Council is set to meet Tuesday evening, April 21, at 6 p.m. at the Baldwin Municipal Courtroom on Willingham Avenue, with...

Demorest Boil Water Advisory Lifted Following Testing

The City of Demorest has lifted the boil water advisory issued April 17 after test results confirmed the water system is safe for normal...

Cornelia to Celebrate Opening of Donald Anderson Park

The City of Cornelia is inviting the community to celebrate the official opening of its newest public space, Donald Anderson Park, with a ribbon...

UDO: Uniform by Design, Unequal in Outcome

Letter to the Editor Editor’s note: The following submission is a reader letter published as part of Habersham News’ Community Voices section. The views expressed...

Habersham Commissioners to Discuss Budget, UDO, Vote on Opioid Settlement at April 20 Meeting

The Habersham County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, April 20, for a work session and regular meeting at the Habersham County Courthouse in...

Boil Water Advisory Issued for Parts of Habersham Following Water Main Break

DEMOREST, Ga. — The City of Demorest has issued a Boil Water Advisory effective Friday, April 17, 2026, after a water main break caused...

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