RABUN COUNTY, Ga. — Four individuals have been arrested following an investigation into alleged drug trafficking activity in Rabun County, according to Sheriff Mark Gerrells. Sheriff Gerrells said the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office began investigating reports between August and December 2025 regarding individuals suspected of selling methamphetamine and Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate (GHB), a Schedule I controlled substance […]

WALKER COUNTY, Ga. – Michael Forker, a 74-year-old man from LaFayette, was convicted by a Walker County jury of Child Molestation, Sexual Exploitation of Children, and five separate counts of Invasion of Privacy on December 3, 2025. Following his conviction, Forker was sentenced by Lookout Mountain Superior Court Chief Judge Brian House to 65 years […]

It’s no secret that the Iranian government is America’s enemy. They hate our freedom and our Christian values, they persecute anyone who questions them, and they sponsor terror around the globe. When I found out that the daughter of a senior Iranian official who threatened our troops and President Trump was employed at Emory, I […]

RABUN COUNTY, Ga. – A Lakemont man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he threatened and fired shots at utility workers who were restoring electrical service in Rabun County. According to the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called Tuesday to the area of Bluebird Lane and Old Highway 441 after reports that […]

STEPHENS COUNTY, Ga. – A gas leak reported early Monday morning led to a temporary road closure and service disruption in a portion of Stephens County, according to the Carnes Creek Fire Department. Shortly after 6 a.m., Stephens County 911 received reports of a gas leak in the 2600 block of Rock Quarry Circle. Firefighters […]

STEPHENS COUNTY, Ga. – A pedestrian was seriously injured Sunday evening after being struck by a vehicle in Stephens County, according to authorities. At approximately 4:23 p.m., Stephens County 911 received reports of a crash involving a pedestrian in the 400 block of Sherwood Street. First responders from Carnes Creek Fire, Stephens County EMS, and […]

PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. – Firefighters from Pickens County and the City of Jasper responded to a structure fire on Talking Rock Road late Monday morning, according to officials. The Pickens Fire and Jasper Fire Department were dispatched to the scene around 10 a.m. following reports of flames visible from a residence. Pickens Fire Engine 11 […]

HART COUNTY, Ga. – The Hart County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents to be on alert after receiving multiple reports of a door-to-door pine straw scam in the area. According to authorities, individuals have been approaching homeowners and offering to spread pine straw at what is described as a low price per bale. However, once […]

HARALSON COUNTY, Ga. – A Haralson County man is in custody following a multi-agency investigation into a string of mail and package thefts reported across the eastern portion of the county. According to the Haralson County Sheriff’s Office, reports began earlier this week of mailboxes being opened and mail and packages stolen from residences stretching […]

STEPHENS COUNTY, Ga. – A Stephens County family received unexpected help Tuesday morning after icy road conditions made travel unsafe during winter storm preparations. According to the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office, 911 dispatchers received a call around 9 a.m. requesting a citizen assist in Martin. The family reported an urgent need for baby formula but […]

LUMPKIN COUNTY, Ga. – A Lumpkin County woman has been arrested and charged in connection with the theft of nearly $400,000 from the county’s finance department, according to the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Stacy M. Jarrard said investigators were notified on Nov. 4, 2025, of a theft of funds from the Lumpkin County Finance […]

HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. – An 84-year-old Clarkesville man remains in custody following an alleged road rage incident that occurred Wednesday afternoon in Habersham County, according to the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office. Officials said Jesse Lafayette Parker turned himself in Wednesday afternoon and was arrested on three counts of aggravated assault and one count of possession […]

HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. – A 63-year-old Cornelia man was injured in a single-vehicle crash Tuesday on Camp Creek Road in Demorest, according to the Georgia State Patrol. Troopers said a Toyota Tacoma was traveling south on Camp Creek Road when the driver, identified as Terry Loudermilk, failed to maintain his lane while negotiating a curve. […]

PRESS RELEASE – The Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying an individual sought for questioning in connection with an ongoing fraud and theft investigation. According to the sheriff’s office, investigators are attempting to gather additional information related to the case and believe the public may be able to help […]

PRESS RELEASE – On January 12, 2026, at approximately 8:32 p.m., Franklin County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a reported shooting at a commercial location off Franklin Springs Street in Royston, Georgia. Upon arrival, deputies rendered aid to an 18-year-old male victim from Hartwell, Georgia. The victim was treated on scene and transported for further […]

PRESS RELEASE – Earlier this month, narcotics investigators with the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division (CID) Crime Suppression Unit (CSU) received multiple tips that Adam Douglas Greeson, 37 of Toccoa, was distributing methamphetamine in Stephens County. The CSU launched an investigation and began monitoring Greeson’s activity. Investigators determined that Greeson had been traveling […]