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Southern Rock act Scott Low and The Southern Bouillon will be the headlining act at the Ida Cox Music Series event tomorrow, July 29. Local musicians, Klassic Duo, will be the opening act this week. Music starts at 7 p.m. The event will be held rain or shine. In the event of rain, the show will be relocated to The […]
Read moreAdults who want to finish or get their GED can take advantage of free Adult Education Courses offered by North Georgia Technical College. Adult Education Instructor Jackie Morgan works with students wanting to get their GED. She says they offer a variety of courses for adult learners with a range of skills. “We’ve got a program designed for people with […]
Read moreIn adherence to the Georgia Back to School requirements, District 2 Public Health is urging parents, guardians, and students to prioritize immunizations in advance of the upcoming school year. According to Leyna Mashburn, District 2 Public Health Immunization Coordinator, “Back to school vaccines are vital in ensuring that we minimize the risk of outbreaks and maintain a healthy learning environment […]
Read moreThe Toccoa City Commission will meet for a regularly-scheduled meeting this evening at 5 p.m. The meeting will be held at Toccoa City Hall, 92 North Alexander Street in Toccoa. The meeting is open to the public. Included on the meeting agenda is consideration of the 2023 Tax Millage Rate. As reported by WNEG News in early June, City Manager […]
Read morePro Watercross returns to Tugaloo State Park this weekend for the fourth stop on the 2023 National Championship Tour. Watercross racing brings the speed and strategy of dirt track racing and the energy and daring bravado of motocross racing to the water, with both stand-up and runabout style skis competing on challenging closed course. Lake Hartwell has been a regular […]
Read moreJake Eligh Vanesse, 19, of Toccoa, is in custody after local police officers responded to a report of gunfire in Toccoa yesterday. On July 20, at approximately 4:15, officers with the Toccoa Police Department were dispatched to South Hill Street in Toccoa in reference to shots fired. Upon arrival, officers met with the complainant who stated someone was shooting a […]
Read moreThe Toccoa Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating an individual involved in a shooting on July 18. On July 18, shortly before 4 p.m.,Toccoa Police Department was dispatched to Falls Park Apartments on Prather Bridge Road in response to a report of gunfire, Police Chief Jimmy Mize told WNEG News. Upon arrival, officers secured the scene […]
Read moreAt Tuesday’s meeting of the Stephens County Board of Registrars and Elections, County Elections Supervisor Bruce Carlisle and board members spoke in depth about a number of rumors and the proliferation of misinformation regarding voting and voter registration procedures, especially as they relate to the security and accuracy of elections. Carlisle sat down with WNEG Radio following the meeting to […]
Read moreThe Athens Junior League All-Stars blanked the Toccoa All-Stars, 5 to 0 Wednesday evening in Columbus for the State Junior League Championship. Left hander Colton Eberhard scattered three hits and struck out four as he kept the Toccoa All-Stars off the board. Toccoa loaded the bases in the first and second innings, but could not produce a run. Branson Stowe […]
Read moreThe Stephens County Board of Registrars and Elections met yesterday, July 18, for the regular quarterly meeting. During the meeting, updates were provided regarding the upcoming Toccoa and Martin elections. Election Supervisor Bruce Carlisle said there would be two elections for the City of Toccoa, running simultaneously, with candidate qualifying running $300 per position and scheduled for August 21, 22nd […]
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