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Walmart breaks ground on massive Georgia facility

Walmart has begun construction on a new supply chain facility in Carnesville that store executives say will create faster shipping and delivery of its products. A groundbreaking was recently held at the site for the $1.3 billion facility that is expected to create 1,000 jobs for northeast Georgia. Big Lots Rebounds: How many Big Lots remain in Georgia 2 years after filing for bankruptcy? A spokesman for Walmart said Wednesday that construction on the 1.5 million-square-foot facility is expected to conclude in 2029, but a timetable has not been set for the hiring of employees. A groundbreaking ceremony included Walmart executives, local elected officials, and others at the site was dedicated in Franklin County near the I-85 corridor. Walmart executives have reported the facility “will combine advanced automation and technology with Walmart associates to increase fulfillment capacity, improve efficiency and help get online orders to customers faster.” The center is an effort by Walmart to transform its supply chain, the store reported. The Georgia Governor’s Office announced in August that Walmart had decided to locate the new plant in northeast Georgia. Walmart and Sam’s Club have 209 stores in Georgia. There are already 11 supply chain facilities. The corporation employs

Carnesville, GA · 4d

Now Georgia

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Baldwin approves Cook annexation dispute agreement

Baldwin approves Cook annexation dispute agreement BALDWIN, Ga. — Baldwin officials have approved a negotiated agreement intended to resolve Habersham County’s objection to Cook Construction’s proposed annexation, moving the dispute closer to a resolution after several months of negotiations. Mayor Doug Faust announced the approval Wednesday, saying…

Baldwin, GA · 2d

Now Georgia

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Cornelia approves six-lot subdivision over neighbors’ objections

Cornelia approves six-lot subdivision over neighbors’ objections CORNELIA, Ga. — The Cornelia City Commission unanimously approved a six-lot subdivision Nov. 3 despite concerns from nearby residents about flooding, traffic congestion and the ability of emergency vehicles to navigate neighborhood streets. Property owner Michael Bouge sought preliminary plat approv…

Cornelia, GA · 1d

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Stephens County Schools Shut Down as 16-Inch Water Main Bursts Off Falls Road

Every school in Stephens County shut down Wednesday after a 16-inch water main burst off Falls Road, draining pressure so low that restrooms and other sanitary facilities stopped working across every campus in the district. Some students were already on buses and were sent home. Classes are set to return to a normal, full-day schedule Thursday, Nov. 5.

Stephens County, GA · 1d
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Catastrophic flood slams Georgia and Tennessee border

Water rescues and evacuations are underway in North Georgia and southern Tennessee today, after flash flood emergencies, the highest level of flood warning, were issued for the border towns of McCaysville, Georgia, and Copperhill, Tennessee. The National Weather Service says the river crested just above the record set in 1990, reaching a level that qualifies as a catastrophic flood event.

Mccaysville, GA · 1d

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Convoy of Hope deploys flood relief supplies to Georgia, Tennessee amid record disaster response year

Tennessee · 22h

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White County Want To Utilize Unused Space At County Administration Building

(Cleveland)- White County is looking at utilizing some unused space at the current county administration building to provide needed office areas and work rooms. The building was originally built as the county’s Sheriff’s Office and jail, and when the current jail and sheriff’s office were built, the county took advantage of the office areas at the old jail for county administration. Much of the building was not utilized because of the jail area.

White County, GA · 3d

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18 dogs seized in Elbert County as Northeast Georgia dogfighting investigation expands

18 dogs seized in Elbert County as Northeast Georgia dogfighting investigation expands ELBERT COUNTY, Ga. — Investigators seized 13 adult dogs and five puppies from an Elbert County property Tuesday as an investigation into an alleged dogfighting operation in neighboring Hart County expanded across county lines. The investigation has now led to 27 arrests. Hart County authorities iden…

Elbert County, GA · 1d

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Georgia middle school employee charged with obscene communication with minor online

Christopher Flick, 38, was arrested at his Athens home earlier this week.

Athens, GA · 4h

Now Georgia

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Clarkesville explains recent water taste and odor problems

Clarkesville explains recent water taste and odor problems CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — Clarkesville water officials say seasonal changes in reservoir conditions contributed to an earthy taste and odor that recently affected the city's drinking water. Joe Deputy, administrator of the city's Environmental Services Group, addressed the issue during the Nov. 3 City Cou…

Clarkesville, GA · 8h

Monroe Local News

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Overnight Traffic Shift on SR 10 Outer Loop Bridge in Clarke County scheduled for Nov. 4 – 5

Gainesville, GA – The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announces an upcoming overnight traffic shift on the State Route (SR) 10 Outer Loop bridge over the Middle Oconee River in Clarke County. The traffic shift is scheduled to take place Wednesday, November 4, through Thursday, November 5, 2026, as crews transition traffic onto the newly constructed bridge.

Clarke County, GA · 3d

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Historic Athens director announces Magnolias to rebuild, reopen

Murphy Wolford, owner of Magnolias Bar, has confirmed the bar will be rebuilt and reopened after a driver fatally crashed into the building Wednesday, according to a statement from Historic Athens Executive Director Tommy Valentine. Restoration will be possible thanks to a steel frame installed in 1997, when the building,...

Athens, GA · 2d

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Boil water advisory announced for City of Toccoa

TOCCOA, GA (WSPA) – The City of Toccoa Water System has issued a boil water advisory due to a water main break Wednesday afternoon. A 16″ water main break was reported on Falls Road early Wednesday afternoon, which has caused water pressure in parts of the system to drop to very low levels. Officials advise […]

Toccoa, GA · 2d

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Voters In Oconee County’s Northeast Precinct Are Picking Between Two Jackson County Candidates In Georgia House District 120 Race

***Representation Has Been By Clarke County Resident***. Voters in the northern part of Oconee County will be represented in Atlanta in January by someone not from neighboring Clarke County for the first time since Oconee County was split into two parts in House legislative redistricting in 2011. Both Democrat Suzanna...

Oconee County, GA · 3d

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ChristmasFest 2026 Applications are Now Open

Applications are now open for the 2026 Festival of Trees, says Samantha Mitchell, Marketing and Special Events Coordinator for the City of Toccoa and Main Street Toccoa. “We invite businesses, civic groups, schools, individuals, families, and non-profit organizations to participate by decorating a Christmas Tree and showcasing their creativity and holiday spirit. Trees must be completely decorated between December 1-3, during office hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Festival of Trees will be located at 37 West Tugalo Street in Downtown Toccoa. The public is invited to view the trees and cast their votes on Friday, December 4, during ChristmasFest from 5-9 p.m. Voting tickets will be available for $1 each. There will be cash prizes for the top three winners. First place $500, second place $200, and third place $100, and this is a great opportunity to show off your creativity, represent your business or organization, and help bring the Christmas Spirit to Downtown Toccoa. Applications are available now at mainstreettoccoa.com, and we look forward to seeing all of the beautiful trees and celebrating the Christmas season with our community during ChristmasFest on December 4.”

Toccoa, GA · 2d

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Lake Lanier Falls More Than Eight Feet Below Full Pool as Drought Operations Begin

Lake Lanier is more than eight feet below its full-pool benchmark as federal drought operations begin, putting the lake’s falling water level back in focus for shoreline residents and boaters. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers began drought operations Monday, Nov. 2, as Lanier reached its lowest level since...

Gainesville, GA · 2d

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Unofficial Midterm Election Results for Franklin and Hart Counties

Election results are made possible by The Franklin County Farm Bureau Foundation, The Gordon Law Firm, and by GPC. The election results are in and Georgia has a new Governor:. STATEWIDE RESULTS FOR GOVERNOR: Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms won over Republican businessman Rick Jackson with 1.8 million votes or 55% of the vote to Jackson’s 1.4 million or 45%.

Hart County, GA · 2d

Transportation Today News

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Georgia celebrates opening of Gainesville port

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp joined leaders from the Georgia Port and other officials in celebrating the opening of the state’s newest inland port in Gainesville. The $134 million Gainesville Inland Port would give freight rail customers an option for greater affordability, while also allowing customers to choose truck-only transportation for faster transit. The Georgia Ports […] The post Georgia celebrates opening of Gainesville port appeared first on Transportation Today .

Gainesville, GA · 8h

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Traton Homes Now Selling Larkspur Townhomes in Hall County

Traton Homes, a family-owned Georgia home builder celebrating 55 years, announces that sales are underway at Larkspur, a new townhome community in Flowery Branch in Hall County. Located on Main Street within walking distance of historic downtown Flowery Branch, the community combines small-town charm, modern townhome living and convenient access to Lake Lanier. Homes are priced from $369,900.

Flowery Branch, GA · 1d