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Community

Habersham 10U All-Stars Advance to State Championship, Seek Community Support for Trip to Statesboro

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Twelve young baseball players from Habersham County are headed to the state championship after capturing the district title, and now their families are asking...
School

Habersham County Board of Education to Consider FY 2027 Budget, Tax Levy and Policy Updates Monday

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CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — The Habersham County Board of Education will meet Monday, June 15, with a full agenda that includes final approval of the...

Baldwin Residents Invited to Weigh In on Proposed FY 2027 Budget

BALDWIN, Ga. — Residents will have another opportunity to review and comment on the City of Baldwin's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget during a...

Habersham County Recognizes Solid Waste and Recycling Workers Week

CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — Habersham County officials are recognizing Solid Waste and Recycling Workers Week, June 15–20, honoring the employees whose work helps keep the...

Recount Ordered in Georgia Public Service Commission District 3 Republican Primary

CORNELIA, Ga. — The Habersham County Board of Elections and Voter Registration will conduct a recount later this month in the Republican primary race...

7 Brew Hires 71 Employees, Offers Free Drinks Before Cornelia Grand Opening

CORNELIA, Ga. — The new 7 Brew drive-thru beverage stand in Cornelia may not be open yet, but the company has already hired 71...

Clarkesville Council to Discuss Wastewater, Fire Station and Management Roles at June 17 Called Meeting

CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — The Clarkesville City Council will hold a called meeting Wednesday, June 17, at 9 a.m. to discuss a wide range of...

Habersham News Launches Free Weekly Email Newsletter

Habersham News is making it easier than ever for readers to stay informed about what's happening across Habersham County. Beginning this month, readers can subscribe...

Recent Obituaries

Pamela Derrick

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Funeral services for Pamela Sue Purtlebough Derrick, age 73 of Cleveland, will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at Hillside Memorial...
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Bonnie Doris Williams Seay

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Bonnie Doris Williams Seay, age 78, of the Hollywood Community, Clarkesville, Georgia, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, June...
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Gail Susan Beckett

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Gail H. Beckett, age 84, of Cornelia, Georgia passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026. Mrs. Beckett was born on May 20, 1942. Survivors include her...
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Helen Malinda Oliver Grier

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Helen Malinda Oliver Grier, age 83, of Alto, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026. Born on May 29, 1943, in Alto, Helen was...
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Max Lewis Chosewood

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Max Lewis Chosewood, age 82 of Gainesville, Georgia formerly of Alto went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 08, 2026. Born at...
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Coma Lee English Black

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Coma Lee English Black, age 88 of Demorest, Georgia, passed away in her home after an extended illness on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Born in...
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