HIAWASSEE, Ga. – Towns County is offering citizens, who may not be computer-savvy, an opportunity to sign up for emergency alerts through the CodeRED program. “There’s a lot of folks in the county that are not signed up on this, so we are going to have two sign up dates at the commissioner’s office for […]
Read More »Drug offenders suspected of avoiding Hiawassee
HIAWASSEE, Ga. – Hiawassee Police Department announced a “new low” in felony drug arrests, and the suspected reason for the decline is surprising. According to Hiawassee Police Chief Paul Smith, word of his department’s vigilance has spread, and individuals possessing illicit substances may be traveling an alternate route to evade city law enforcement. During Hiawassee […]
Read More »Vidalia onion fundraiser begins
HIAWASSEE, Ga. – Vidalia onions just might taste sweeter, knowing the purchase contributes to a worthy cause. The Towns County 4-H program is offering 10-pound bags of Vidalia Onions for $10 each. Proceeds help fund students in 4-H programs such as camp, educational trips, community service outreach, and public speaking competitions. According to the Vidalia […]
Read More »Towns County Emergency Management Agency offers CPR training
HIAWASSEE, Ga. – Towns County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is offering a three-hour CPR and First Aid certification course to the public Friday, March 16, 2018, beginning at 3 p.m. The class will take place at the Towns County Library, located next to the Towns County Courthouse. EMA Director Brandon Walls, a paramedic and class […]
Read More »City of Hiawassee audited, multiple ordinances adopted
HIAWASSEE, Ga. – Hiawassee City Council convened with an unlisted agenda visit from Ed Burton, an auditor with Strickland and Associates, during their regular monthly meeting March 6, 2018. Citizen turnout was sparse in comparison to recently held sessions. The audit examined the previous year’s finances, concluding June 30, 2017. Current Mayor Liz Ordiales, Anne […]
Read More »Five candidates qualify for Towns County Board of Education
HIAWASSEE, Ga. – The qualification period for three seats on the Towns County Board of Education came to a close at noon Friday, March 9, 2018. Post 1 – Macedonia Robert C. Williams (incumbent) Steve Green Post 2 – Young Harris Brandi Rutan Tamie Bradley Post 3 – Hiawassee Stan Chastain (incumbent) […]
Read More »Hiawassee franchise ordinance scheduled for adoption
HIAWASSEE, Ga. – Hiawassee City Council met for their monthly work session on Monday, Feb. 26, 2018. All council members were in attendance with the exception of Anne Mitchell, who participated via teleconference. The second reading of the franchise ordinance advanced without opposition and the final adoption is anticipated to take place during Tuesday’s regular […]
Read More »Ongoing Investigation: Truck crashes into Lake Chatuge
HIAWASSEE, Ga. – Towns County emergency responders rushed to the scene of a reported overturned truck spotted in Lake Chatuge near the Macedonia bridge as dawn broke the morning of Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018. Emergency crews spotted the vehicle at the water’s edge beside the “Park and Ride” pull-off. It appears the truck was traveling […]
Read More »Local legend Bud Johnson recounts Iwo Jima at Movers and Shakers
HIAWASSEE, Ga. – Local United States Navy legend, Clarence “Bud” Johnson, a well-known and well-loved staple in the community, made an appearance at Movers and Shakers on Friday, Feb. 16, 2018, to share his memories of nearly four decades spent serving in the armed forces. Bud Johnson, an Ohio native, has called Towns County home […]
Read More »Sheriff Clinton shares Christmas shopping safety tips
From the Desk of Towns County Sheriff Chris Clinton: During the holiday season, busy people intent on trying to complete their Christmas shopping often become the target of criminals who seek to steal packages from vehicles parked in mall and shopping center parking lots. The following information is provided in conjunction with your Georgia Sheriffs’ […]
Read More »Suspect arrested for arson and burglary
HIAWASSEE, Ga. – During the early morning hours of Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 23, a structure fire was reported at a residence located on Glassy Mountain Road in Bald Mountain Park. The residence was not occupied at the time of the fire. Upon further investigation, it was determined that the residence was burglarized prior to the […]
Read More »Sheriff Clinton offers tips to avoid Holiday fraud
From the Desk of Sheriff Christopher M. Clinton Towns County, Ga. This week, as we celebrate Thanksgiving, most of us will enjoy the time with family and friends or take part in some tradition. Many are already planning their Christmas shopping. While stores and consumers alike are getting ready for a busy season of […]
Read More »BRMEMC Attendance and Petition to Present Policy Explained
YOUNG HARRIS, Ga.- Blue Ridge Mountain Electric Membership Corporation (BRMEMC) held their first open meeting on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017, in the boardroom of the Young Harris facility. Board members advised the public and the media of their policy for attending and presenting petitions at future meetings. The policy establishes appropriate procedures to accommodate member […]
Read More »Haunted Halloween on Hiawassee Square
HIAWASSEE, GA – The City of Hiawassee will host its annual Halloween celebration this evening from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the Square. Traffic will be diverted clockwise from Main Street in order to protect the safety of ghosts and goblins and maintain a productive flow. Featured Image: Towns County Fire and Rescue with “witch”, Halloween […]
Read More »Liz Ordiales Defends City Ordinance, Jay Chastain Jr. Questions Decision
HIAWASSEE, GA – In an appearance on Friday, Oct. 27, 2017, at the Movers and Shakers, EMC Director Roy Perren confirmed BRMEMC is required by state law to accept the Franchise Ordinance approved by Hiawassee City Council during Special Called Meetings on Aug. 8 to 11, 2017. Director Perren explained the controversial “tax versus fee” […]
Read More »Commissioner Bradshaw on Towns County Unemployment, Sign Ordinance
Hiawassee, GA – Sole Commissioner Cliff Bradshaw held his monthly meeting at the Towns County Courthouse on Tuesday, October 17, 2017. The topics of discussion included the local unemployment rate and a resolution to amend the commercial sign ordinance. According to research gathered from the Georgia Department of Labor Workforce Statistics, Towns County’s unemployment rate […]
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