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ICE Contracts Southeast Georgia Prison to Create Largest Detention Center in U.S

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ICE Contracts Southeast Georgia Prison to Create Largest Detention Center in U.S

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FOLKSTON, Ga. (WSAV) - Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is expanding its processing center in Folkston, Ga. to double the current capacity, establishing the largest ICE detention center in the country. The federal government brokered a deal with private prison company GEO to contract a now- defunct prison in Folkston as an additional holding space existing ICE facility. "They're going to be brought together, and when they come together,…See the Story

Manhunt Underway for Suspect Accused of Assaulting Deputy in Habersham County

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Manhunt Underway for Suspect Accused of Assaulting Deputy in Habersham County

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Jonathan William Harris allegedly rammed his truck into a deputy's vehicle, fled on foot, and remains at large; the truck and trailer were reported stolen.See the Story

Advocacy groups say utility regulators who praised rate freeze before hearing violated state rules

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Advocacy groups say utility regulators who praised rate freeze before hearing violated state rules

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Georgia Public Service Commission Chairman Jason Shaw (right) and Commissioner Lauren “Bubba” McDonald joined Gov. Brian Kemp for a May press conference to tout Georgia Power's proposed rate freeze. Stanley Dunlap/Georgia RecorderThree elected state regulators are being asked to recuse themselves from voting on a proposed agreement to freeze Georgia Power’s rates over allegations that they violated state rules by publicly endorsing the proposal …See the Story

LaGrange Hosts First Town Hall for Comprehensive Plan Update - LaGrange Daily News

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The future of LaGrange is in your hands. You’ve just got to raise it. The City of LaGrange held the first of two planned town halls to hear comments from the public as it updates its Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan is a 20-year plan for municipalities and counties that provides an overview of the long-term intentions for government initiatives, investment, zoning, and plans to meet the goals, wants and needs of the community. It’s es…Habersham County · Habersham County See the Story

Sue Tucker Ward Gailey

Sue Tucker Ward Gailey, age 73 of Baldwin, Georgia, as her late mother-in-law, Mary Sancken Ward would have said, “made the big trip” on Friday, June 13, 2025. Born in Atlanta, Georgia on June 10, 1952, she was a daughter of the late William McClendon & Nell Brown Tucker. In addition to her parents, She was preceded in death by her late husband, Philip Sancken Ward, Sr. Sue graduated from the Medical College of Georgia in dental hygiene in 1975 …Baldwin, Georgia · Baldwin Read Article

Mrs. Barbara Ann Bruner Davis, age 88, of Rome

Mrs. Barbara Ann Bruner Davis, age 88, of Rome, GA, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at her home at Riverwood Senior Living facility. Mrs. Davis was born in Tallulah Falls, GA, on October 11, 1936, daughter of the late Wilburn Edward Bruner and the late Annelle Born Bruner. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Johnny Eugene Davis, her sister, Carolyn Johns… SourceTallulah Falls · Tallulah Falls Read Article

Colliers Negotiates $10.6M Sale of Habersham Crossing Shopping Center in Cornelia, Georgia

CORNELIA, GA. — Colliers has negotiated the $10.6 million sale of Habersham Crossing, a 149,397-square-foot shopping center located in Cornelia. Goodwill, Tractor Supply Co., Ross Dress for Less and Dollar Tree anchor the center, which was fully leased at the time of sale. Additional tenants include Bath & Body Works, Palm Beach Tan, TB Nails & Spa and Habersham Package. Scott Israel and Joe Montgomery of Colliers represented the seller, an enti…Cornelia · Cornelia Read Article

Former TMU soccer players, staff push back on ex-players' claims

Former TMU players and staff defend the coach and culture after publication of former player's claims.Soccer · Habersham County Read Article

Hall County celebrates top honors for school health leaders

The Hall County School District is shining a spotlight on two of its own after receiving statewide recognition for excellence in school health. Ellen Neece, school nurse at Chicopee Woods Elementary, has been named both the Hall County Schools Nurse of the Year and the Georgia School Nurse of the Year in the LPN category. Known for her steady presence and deep care for students, Neece plays a vital role in the Chicopee Woods community. Her commi…Habersham County · Habersham County Read Article

Man arrested for drugs and guns in White County

A Cleveland man is facing a string of drug and firearm charges after a bust by the White County Sheriff’s Office earlier this month. According to a press release issued by the Sheriff’s Office, authorities executed a search warrant on June 3 at the residence of Richard Lee, 56, of Young Drive in Cleveland, Georgia. The warrant followed an investigation sparked by tips alleging Lee was involved in trafficking and distributing methamphetamine in t…Habersham County · Habersham County See the Story

Cleveland City Council adopts new charter

The City of Cleveland has a new organizational charter that was recently approved by the Georgia General Assembly and signed by Governor Brian Kemp. The city council approved a new charter back in January and sent it to Atlanta for required state approval. Now that that has been done, the council must formally adopt the reorganization plan that will take effect July 1, 2025. City Administrator Kevin Harris told the council during their meeting M…Brian Kemp · Habersham County See the Story

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