Category: News

Main Street Toccoa is looking for local and regional talent to join the lineup for the Battle of Bands on August 7th and 8th, says Historic Ritz Theatre General Manager Tim Mullen.  The deadline to submit your entry is July 24th. To learn more and apply, visit  MainStreetToccoa.com.

By the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will close the Stamp Creek Road (S-130) bridge over Stamp Creek in Oconee County for rehabilitation work beginning on Tuesday, July 7. As part of SCDOT’s bridge inspection and maintenance program, crews will replace part of the bridge deck to extend the bridge’s service life. […]

By the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeing the earliest start to the West Nile virus (WNV) season in the United States with the highest number of human disease cases reported by this time of year since 2004. At least 48 cases have been reported as of June 30, […]

By Georgia Power Georgia Power has opened enrollment for the new Clean and Renewable Energy Subscription Customer Identified Resource (CARES CIR) program, which the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) approved in the 2025 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) stipulated agreement. As part of Georgia Power’s commitment to clean energy, Georgia Power routinely seeks utility-scale and distributed solar generation resources through competitive […]

There is still time to vote for The Chamber Awards, says Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce Director of Community Relations Brittany Schenck.  To vote, log onto Visit Toccoa or visit https://forms.gle/p6jVzSe7c8RhacQJ7. It only takes a minute to cast your ballot and make a huge impact for your favorite local spots! Whether you participate once or multiple times, the important thing […]

The latest Stephens County 911 & Emergency Management, Georgia “Beau Knows 911 Campaign” is all about the weather, explains Director Danielle Rhodes.  Keep an eye on the sky, and if thunderstorms develop, head indoors immediately. Remember, heat-related illnesses can happen fast, but they’re also preventable. So, stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay safe!

Toccoa Municipal Court held its first court session in the new Toccoa Police Department (TPD) on Thursday, July 2, says Toccoa Police Chief Bruce Carlisle. The Toccoa Police Department moved into the facility at 1763 Fernside Drive in March, and on March 27, held an open house for the community to tour the new facility.

The Toccoa Fire Department recently promoted Jonathan Jordan to Assistant Chief of Training, says Toccoa Fire Chief Jeff Haslup.  The Toccoa Fire Department operates two fire stations equipped with seven fire trucks. There are currently 26 employees working on three shifts. The Toccoa Fire Department has an ISO fire rating of 2, which allows Toccoa residents and businesses to receive […]

(L-R) Julie Paysen and Tessa Reavis On Wednesday, July 1, Tessa Reavis assumed the President’s role at the Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce. In January, Julie Paysen announced that she would be retiring on June 30, after 11 and a half years serving as president of the Chamber. She plans to assist her husband, Steve, in his ministry. The Chamber […]

On Wednesday, July 1, the Toccoa-Stephens County Public Library held a Veterans Appreciation, says Adult Programming Director Carol Glaze. The Toccoa-Stephens County Public Library is located at 53 West Savannah Street in Toccoa. Check it out!