Khandy Patel and Himesh Patel, along with their partners and staff and members of the Banks County Chamber of Commerce, are shown at the grand opening of the Spark by Hilton Hotel (renovated former Country Inn & Suites) located at 305539, Commerce.
Customers filled downtown Gillsville at the first annual Spring Market last week. There were around 30 local vendors.
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A Baldwin business was fined $500 after being cited for serving alcohol to a minor. On April 23, Los Cerritos reportedly illegally served alcohol to a minor.
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Banks County Middle School recently hosted a Career Fair, showcasing a wide array of professional opportunities to students. Local businesses and organizations and various departments from Ban…
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Beverly Wharton, 62, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 4, 2024.
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The Leopards Tennis team finished their season against the Mt. Paran Christian Eagles and the Walker School Wolverines. Both teams made it to the Sweet Sixteen round of the GHSA Tennis State tournament, but both fell to their respective opponents.
The Leopards advanced to the Sweet Sixteen in the state tournament against the Walker Wolverines, but they lost two of the three games against their opponent, preventing them from playing in t…
On Saturday, nine Leopard athletes from the Banks County Track and Field team qualified for the state championship meet. Eight Leopards and one Lady Leopard will go on to compete in the GHSA S…
The Leopards Track team were on fire last week as they competed in the region tournament against their five region opponents. Seven Leopards emerged as victors in their respective events, whil…
The Lady Leopards volleyball team hosted the Men-to-Net Volleyball tournament on Wednesday of last week to raise money for season expenses in preparation for next school year’s volleyball season.
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Banks County Sheriff’s Office deputies and K9s recently conducted routine training in tracking, apprehension, and odor detection. Officers and K9s from Helen Police Department joined in the training.
The following incidents reported recently to the Banks County Sheriff’s Office:
A fatality was reported in a wreck on Thursday, April 25, at 479 Hwy. 51 South in Homer.
The Banks County Sheriff’s Office reported 37 arrests, including the following:
The Banks County Sheriff’s Office arrested Ray Bernard Collins Jr., 57, of Commerce in connection with the 2019 burglary of a Banks County business after a thorough forensic investigation.
I love my life; many times, I reflect on what’s going on, and I praise the Lord that everything is smooth sailing. That’s the way I’d been feeling for a while.
On Sunday I had the opportunity to listen to a sermon by Rev. Javon Ruff. As the pastor talked of the rewards of adversity and even negativity the Lord spoke to me. “God is always on your side…
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God shows us a lot in Scripture. It is truly a roadmap for our lives. It’s encouraging to see what He has done for others knowing He can do the same for each of us. We see people asking for ce…
A parade was held Saturday as part of the annual Lula Railroad Days. The festival also included arts and crafts booths, entertainment and food concessions.
Volunteers gathered in Baldwin Saturday for the annual Clean-up Day.
The Rotary Club of Banks County will hold the fifth annual Rotary Salutes Distinguished Service Award Ceremony at noon on Wednesday, June 12, at the Hidden Acres Wedding and Event Barn in the …
The Banks County Republican Party was represented at the 9th District Republican Party Convention in Dillard on April 20. Shown are: (L-R) Ron Hooper, Randall Ramsey, Brian Parker, Charlotte H…
A community yard sale will be held on Saturday, April 27, in Homer Park, across from town hall.
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Mountain Education High School will be going virtual this summer.
A donation from Toyota Industries Group and local leaders provided a boost to the Banks County High School Transportation Program. The school’s transportation department received three vehicles.
Banks County Primary School welcomed the Class of 2037 last week with kindergarten registration. During the registration week, 121 students enrolled, and more students are expected.
Participants and coaches at Banks County High School and Middle School cheer tryouts wore blue to stand against child abuse.
Two students from Banks County have been announced as Pioneer RESA grade-level winners in the esteemed Young Georgia Author writing competition. Students from all grade levels at Banks County …
Hudson River Baptist Church will have spring revival starting Sunday morning, May 5, at 11 a.m. and Monday night, May 6, through Wednesday night, May 8, starting at 7 p.m.
Damascus Baptist Church will host a Community Yard Sale Saturday, May 4, from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Homer Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School from 9 a.m. to 11:30 .m. on June 17-19.
Kingdom Kids and Youth recently met at Homer Baptist Church. It was “crazy hair night.” Leaders ask, “Did you know that God has numbered every hair on your head? The kids attempted to count th…
Dugar Strickland will be hosting an “Old Fashion Picking and Grinning” at StonePath Church on Friday, April 26, at 7 p.m.
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