Category: News

By the Carnes Creek Fire Department Around 3:30 p.m. on Monday, February 9, Stephens County 911 received reports of a structure fire in the 500 block of North Hicks Road. Carnes Creek Fire, New Hope Fire, Tates Creek Fire, Stephens County EMS, and Stephens County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the area. Once first units arrived on scene, they found […]

By the Carnes Creek Fire Department Shortly after 1 p.m. on Monday, February 9, Stephens County 911 received reports of a possible vehicle fire in the 500 block of Powerline Drive. Carnes Creek Fire, Stephens County EMS, and Stephens County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the area. Once first units arrived on scene, they found a truck that was fully […]

By Rebekah Smith, Public Information Officer with the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division responded to a residence on Highway 123 in reference to a burglary. While meeting with the homeowners, investigators observed security cameras around the residence had been disconnected. The homeowners stated that multiple items were stolen […]

By Stephens County Hospital Do you know the signs of a heart attack? Quick response can save a life. Signs to look for include: Chest pain such as pressure, squeezing, or fullness Pain or discomfort in the arm, back, neck, jaw, or stomach Shortness of breath, with or without chest discomfort Cold sweat Nausea Lightheadedness If these signs appear, call […]

By Lavonia Police Department and Lavonia Fire Department  An arrest has been made following an investigation into a residential fire that occurred in Lavonia early Sunday morning, February 8, 2026. At approximately 1:20 a.m., the Lavonia Fire Department, Line Fire Department, and Lavonia Police Department were dispatched to 5155 Vickery Street in reference to a house fire. Officers arrived on […]

By Georgia DOT – Northeast, Franklin County – Georgia EMS, and Franklin County Georgia Government A temporary detour is coming to CR 156 (Hubbard Road) as crews begin a bridge replacement over Stephens Creek. The detour begins on March 23, 2026, and the duration is up to 120 days in order to improve safety and long-term reliability of the bridge. […]

By Jennifer Dodd, Public Information Officer for the School District of Oconee County (SDOC) in South Carolina In response to a loud sound near campus, Northside Elementary School initiated a Code Red using the school’s Centegix security system. Local law enforcement responded immediately and has since determined the sound was likely caused by a vehicle backfiring. Out of an abundance […]

By Corporal Jimmy Watt, Public Information Officer for the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office in South Carolina At approximately 1:14pm on Monday, February 9, 2026, a Centegix alert was activated from a classroom at Northside Elementary School, which is located on North Townville Street in Seneca.  The alert was activated due to a report of shots fired in the area. At […]

By the Georgia Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire  On Monday, February 9, 2026, Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced new savings for Georgia drivers following a rate reduction filed by Allstate North American Insurance Company.  The filing includes a 5% reduction in private passenger auto insurance rates and will affect tens of thousands of […]

By the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Ahead of Valentine’s Day, the FBI is reminding the public to be cautious of potential romance and confidence fraud scams as criminals look to con those looking for companionship. Romance scams often begin through dating apps or on social media. Scammers create fake identities and build relationships over time, carefully gaining a victim’s […]