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Emmanuel College is partnering with Shepherd’s Hill Academy to provide Emmanuel students with hands-on experience in their fields through job and internship opportunities. Through the partnership, Shepherd’s Hill Academy will notify Emmanuel of opportunities available for students and will recruit for those positions on campus. “In the past and present, we have been privileged to work with several high-quality students […]

The following schools will be releasing early due to the threat of severe weather: Franklin County schools – one hour early Hart County schools – on schedule.  All afternoon activities are cancelled. Stephens County schools – two hours early Habersham County schools – two hours early Elbert County schools – all afternoon activities are cancelled. Banks County – releasing at […]

Josh Smith says he is ready to assume his role as Franklin County Commissioner for District 4. Smith was the sole candidate to qualify for the Franklin County District 4 seat. After hearing the news he was the sole qualifier Wednesday afternoon, Smith said he’s looking forward to serving the citizens of District 4. “I’m super excited about the win […]

The Royston City Council has voted to raise water and sewer rates in an effort to help cover the cost of much-needed sewer treatment plant repairs and upgrades. The City is preparing for future growth and needs to be able to provide 1 million gallons of water a day to its citizens, according to City Manager Sharleen Ayers. City fathers […]

Gov. Brian Kemp vowed Wednesday to fulfill a pledge he made on the campaign trail by doubling down on a tax rebate the General Assembly passed last year. Kemp, who won reelection in November, told Georgia business and political leaders he will seek another $1 billion state income tax rebate. In addition to that, he will propose a second $1 […]