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- Saturday, May 25, 2013 Gainesville, Georgia
Archive By Section - Local
State’s motorcyclist fatalities decline in 2012
Georgia experienced slightly fewer motorcyclist fatalities in 2012 than in 2011, according to statistics compiled by the Governor's Office of Highway Safety.
Gainesville public utilities department looks to pay refunds
More than $26,000 in refunds hasn't been claimed for water accounts with the Gainesville Public Utilities Department, according to a news release from the city.
Forsyth County man arrested; $34K of suspected meth seized
A joint law enforcement investigation has resulted in one arrest and the seizure of an estimated $34,000 in suspected methamphetamine.
Designs for Forsyth County jail, courthouse enter the final stages
The designs for a new courthouse and jail in downtown Cumming have entered the final stages before construction starts in July.
Deal signs bill lowering GPA for HOPE grants
More students will be able to attend the state's technical colleges now that Gov. Nathan Deal has signed legislation to lower grade requirements for the HOPE grant program.
Students learn about reading and literacy through movement and rhythm
Thirty kindergarten students banged their hands on drums and danced through their reading lessons Wednesday morning at McEver Arts Academy in Gainesville.
Reduced releases from Lanier likely to end next week
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources doesn't plan to ask the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District, to extend a Tuesday deadline on reduced water releases from Lake Lanier.
Internet provider is subject of state probe
The Governor's Office of Consumer Protection has launched an investigation into Windstream for possible consumer violations by the Internet provider.
Class Notes: Earthquake doesn’t disrupt trip by Brenau
A Brenau University delegation was in Hong Kong when a devastating earthquake struck southwestern China on Saturday, school spokesman David Morrison said.
Motorists should expect delays as part of Ga. 369 work
A Georgia Department of Transportation road project should improve safety on Ga. 369/Browns Bridge Road, officials say, but the work is going to cause some travel delays for motorists.
First United Methodist reigns as spelling bee champ
A South Louisiana delicacy, the mirliton also goes by chayote, mango squash and vegetable pear.
Oakwood eyeing culvert fix at McEver Road
Oakwood is moving forward on a project to replace a failing culvert on heavily traveled McEver Road at Mud Creek, creating a noticeable dip for motorists along that stretch.
Cancer prevention study underway
Diane Speight spent a few moments Tuesday afternoon helping to prevent the next generation from getting cancer.
Testimony begins in child rape trial
Testimony began Tuesday in Hall County Superior Court in the case of a man accused of raping a young girl, under the age of 10 when the alleged abuse began.
Gainesville man found guilty of child molestation
A Gainesville man was found guilty by a jury Tuesday on all but one of more than 20 counts in a child sexual abuse trial.
Articles by Section - Local
Ariana Cervantes | Johnson High School
After two years of taking college-level, International Baccalaureate courses in high school, Ariana Cervantes is looking forward to spending a little time outside of the classroom.
Alex Longoria | Gainesville High School
The idea of pursuing a degree in mathematics at a school like Columbia University in New York is a big step for anyone.
Cassidy Webber | Habersham Central High School
If there's a criminal case to be solved, Cassidy Webber hopes to be the brains behind it.
Michael Sims | Riverside Military Academy
For a senior at Riverside Military Academy who enjoys history, there is no better place than the U.S. Military Academy.
Alex Hall | Chestatee High School
At the beginning of his high school career, Alex Hall switched from a focus on sports to a focus on learning guitar. Ever since he picked it up, the music has taken him places he never imagined he would be at graduation time.
Li Cohen | White County High School
Li Cohen used to hate science.
Robert Bland | Flowery Branch High School
For 12 years, Robert Bland, a senior at Flowery Branch High School, has made a mission trip to Nicaragua.
Jeremiah Castleberry | North Georgia Christian School
Jeremiah Castleberry is planning to give every aspect of the engineering field a try.
Loucas Nicolaou-Griffin | East Hall High School
Loucas Nicolaou-Griffin said he's felt torn between two worlds for the last few years and is looking forward to going home after graduation.
Chicopee golf course upgrade in the works
Chicopee Woods Golf Course is about to spend $2.2 million in capital improvements even as the golf industry has seen declines in golfers and courses.
Norton celebrates 85 years
Food, music and gifts rewarded guests Friday at The Norton Agency's 85th anniversary "family homecoming" at the Green Street realty and insurance business. The food came from an Mexican-themed food truck and pies from the soon-to-open downtown pastry shop, Buttermilk. Local musicians The Alan Nivens Band played for guests at the lunchtime celebration.
Gainesville parole office not among those closing in state
Georgia is pioneering a new strategy to eliminate parole offices, an effort officials say allows the officers to spend more time working with people in the community and also saves money.
Gateway Domestic Violence Center inches closer to new apartments
More women and children fleeing domestic violence will be able to find refuge in the coming months thanks to several community organizations.
Convicted child abuser sentenced to life in prison
A Gainesville man received two life in prison sentences Friday afternoon in Hall County Superior Court after he was found guilty by a jury in April on all but one of more than 20 counts in a child sexual abuse trial.
Farms growing bigger profits
Entrepreneurs in agriculture are finding new ways to grow their businesses and profit, said Earl Gohl, federal co-chairman of the Appalachian Regional Commission, a regional economic development agency of federal, state and local government partners.
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