Category: News

Construction is moving forward in several Lavonia locations around the 173 interchange on SR17. This week, construction crews began laying the foundations for two businesses and two fast food restaurants are in the process of renovating or refitting their buildings. “We’re really excited about what’s going on at the Interchange,” said Lavonia City Manager Gary Fesperman. “A lot of work […]

Today is the last day to register to vote if you want to cast a ballot in the November municipal and county elections. Franklin County Elections Superintendent Tess Eubanks says there are a number of ways you can register. “You can come by office here in Carnesville,” said Franklin County Elections Superintendent Tess Eubanks. “Or you can go online to […]

The Hart County Chamber of Commerce is basking in the glow of another successful 50-mile yard sale. Literally thousands came from all over Northeast Georgia and beyond to scoop up deals at one of the dozens of yard sale booths. Sellers rented spaces in several shopping center parking lots,  while property owners set up sales in their front yards throughout […]

In Elbert County, the 80th annual Elberton 12-County fair kicks of today. The fair runs through Sunday and will include many of the annual favorites, such as the Carnival Midway, Big Time Wrestling, the Elberton Idol Contest, and the BMX Stunt Show every night. For the 9th annual Ultimate Elberton Idol Contest, contestants will audition on-air on the morning show […]

After 12 years on the job, Franklin County’s Board of Commissioners has fired County EMA and e911 Director Jones Beasley. Beasley was let go on Thursday, September 26, but no formal announcement was made by the County.  EMS Director Terry Harris is serving as the Interim EMA e911 Director in addition to his EMS duties. County commission chair Thomas Bridges […]