Commissioner Bell appointed to NACo Justice and Public Safety Steering Committee

Stephens County Commissioner Dennis Bell has been appointed to the National Association of Counties’ Justice and Public Safety Steering Committee.  Each year, the National Association of Counties’ various steering committees review public policy issues and federal legislation and make recommendations to the N.A.Co. Board of Directors, leading to the development of policy that the organization publishes and uses to deliver […]

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Martin resident arrested for Grand Larceny in SC

Stephens County resident has been arrested and charged with Grand Larceny by the Oconee County South Carolina Sheriff’s Office.  Zachary Dewain Butler, of Gumlog Road, Martin, was taken into custody following an investigation into the theft of a diamond engagement ring valued at $2,500. According to an incident report on file with the OCSO, a woman called the sheriff’s office […]

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Toccoa, Martin candidate qualifying underway

Yesterday was the first day of the three-day candidate qualifying period for the upcoming Toccoa and Martin Municipal Elections.  As of 4:30 p.m. yesterday, seven candidates had completed qualifying for the Toccoa election, and no candidates had qualified for the Martin election.  According to Martin City Clerk Sonya Stovall, two council member seats will be up for election in the  […]

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SCSO CID & STING Divisions arrest Stephens County Deputy

On August 17, a Stephens County Deputy was arrested by the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division and  S.T.I.N.G. Unit following a month-long investigation. July 5, 2023, Corporal Aaron Moss of the S.C.S.O recovered a Kubota Excavator that was located off Lake Louise Road. It was believed to be stolen from Spokane, Washington. The Excavator was seized by the […]

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Headed into a weekend of Downtown fun

With the week winding down, downtown Toccoa is gearing up for another entertainment-packed weekend. Kicking things off tonight will be the Malpass Brothers concert at the Historic Ritz Theatre.  This traditional country music concert, presented by Gus Arrendale & Springer Mountain Farms, is a fundraiser for the Toccoa/Stephens County Humane Shelter. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. and the show starts […]

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SCSO CID & STING Divisions arrest Stephens County Deputy

Yesterday, August 17, a Stephens County Deputy was arrested by the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division and  S.T.I.N.G. Unit following a month-long investigation.  Stephens County Sheriff Randy Shirley confirmed the arrest, but said details, including the officer’s name and charges, were being held until the Sheriff’s Office provides an official press release this afternoon, August. 18.  WNEG News […]

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Dr. Paul Alford leaves behind a legacy of friendship and academic excellence

Forty five years ago, Dr. Paul Alford became the fourth president of Toccoa Falls College, bringing his wife and two daughters to a college still struggling through the tragic aftermath of a devastating flood, and facing financial challenges  Alford served as President of Toccoa Falls College until 2000, and during that time, the growth of the college, and the advancements […]

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BOE awards August employees of the month

At last night’s Stephens County Board of Education meeting, school officials and Board members recognized the latest Spirit of Stephens Award winners.  School and Community Engagement director April James introduced the winners.  She announced that the classified employee Spirit of Stephens award winner for August is Karrie Perrin, a teacher at the Stephens County 5th Grade Academy.  Janes announced that […]

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