Recycling center blames SK Battery for fire that destroyed business
According to a lawsuit against SK Battery, workers discovered two lithium-ion batteries near the start of the fire that left the Banks County recycling center a total loss.
According to a lawsuit against SK Battery, workers discovered two lithium-ion batteries near the start of the fire that left the Banks County recycling center a total loss.
'Suspected' fentanyl, meth and guns found during bust in Jackson, Banks counties
A months-long drug investigation into a fentanyl distribution organization in Jackson and Banks counties has resulted in the arrest of 5 people and the discovery of drugs and guns.
A months-long drug investigation into a fentanyl distribution organization in Jackson and Banks counties has resulted in the arrest of 5 people and the discovery of drugs and guns.
Beloved Banks County firefighter hailed 'true hero,' laid to rest
Friends, family and the Banks County community said their goodbyes to former fire Captain Richie Alford.
Friends, family and the Banks County community said their goodbyes to former fire Captain Richie Alford.
Almost 30 people arrested at unauthorized Bibb County pool party; guns and drugs found
Nearly 30 people were taken into custody on June 14 after Bibb County Sheriff's Office's Special Response Team were made aware of a large group of people who were allegedly trespassing at Bowman Station Apartments.
Nearly 30 people were taken into custody on June 14 after Bibb County Sheriff's Office's Special Response Team were made aware of a large group of people who were allegedly trespassing at Bowman Station Apartments.
Former firefighter killed trying to rescue swimmers in Florida
A former firefighter and pillar of the Banks County community for several years has died attempting to save the lives of two swimmers in Florida on Thursday.
A former firefighter and pillar of the Banks County community for several years has died attempting to save the lives of two swimmers in Florida on Thursday.
Commerce man charged with Felony Aggravated Child Molestation, gun found in car
A Commerce man was arrested around 4:30 p.m. Thursday for aggravated child molestation, according to Banks County Sheriff's Office.
A Commerce man was arrested around 4:30 p.m. Thursday for aggravated child molestation, according to Banks County Sheriff's Office.
Man accused of gunning down 72-year-old outside Commerce Hardee's in custody
The Commerce community came together Sunday night to remember 72-year-old Calvin Varnum. They waved at cars passing by, as he did each and every day.
The Commerce community came together Sunday night to remember 72-year-old Calvin Varnum. They waved at cars passing by, as he did each and every day.
Child porn found on Banks County man's electronic device, GBI says
A 34-year-old man from Banks County, Steven Kyle Caudell, has been arrested on nine counts of Sexual Exploitation of Children after an investigation.
A 34-year-old man from Banks County, Steven Kyle Caudell, has been arrested on nine counts of Sexual Exploitation of Children after an investigation.
Banks County boy survives rabid bobcat attack
A 9-year-old boy in Banks County is recovering after a bobcat attacked him.
A 9-year-old boy in Banks County is recovering after a bobcat attacked him.
Banks County Elementary School principal, 2 teachers resign after sexual misconduct investigation
State investigators from the Professional Standards Commission are now looking into alleged sexual misconduct on the elementary school campus
State investigators from the Professional Standards Commission are now looking into alleged sexual misconduct on the elementary school campus
Cause of massive Commerce motel fire still under investigation
Fire inspectors are still investigating the massive fire at a Commerce motel on Monday evening, but have been able to rule out arson.
Fire inspectors are still investigating the massive fire at a Commerce motel on Monday evening, but have been able to rule out arson.
Firefighters battle massive blaze at motel near Tanger Outlets in Commerce
Firefighters from multiple agencies spent Monday evening battling a massive motel fire near Commerce.
Firefighters from multiple agencies spent Monday evening battling a massive motel fire near Commerce.
Convicted felon indicted for Georgia mail carrier's murder
The Georgia mail carrier had stopped by a mailbox on his route when he was shot and killed in is postal vehicle by a convicted felon, officials said.
The Georgia mail carrier had stopped by a mailbox on his route when he was shot and killed in is postal vehicle by a convicted felon, officials said.
Man sentenced to life for shootout with deputy, shooting kidnapped woman
Robert Miguel Brodie, 32, was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Robert Miguel Brodie, 32, was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Man attacking Banks County deputy's SUV with hatchet shot, GBI says
A man carrying a hatch following an attempted traffic stop was shot by a Banks County deputy on Thursday.
A man carrying a hatch following an attempted traffic stop was shot by a Banks County deputy on Thursday.
Trump returns to Georgia, rallies for GOP candidates vying for nominations in May primary
Donald Trump returns to Georgia on Saturday night for a rally with Walker, Perdue, Jones and other Republicans he’s backed ahead of the state’s May 24 primary.
Donald Trump returns to Georgia on Saturday night for a rally with Walker, Perdue, Jones and other Republicans he’s backed ahead of the state’s May 24 primary.
Suspect killed, no deputies hurt in an officer-involved shooting in Banks County
The Banks County Sheriff's Office said a suspect is dead and no deputies were hurt in an officer-involved shooting.
The Banks County Sheriff's Office said a suspect is dead and no deputies were hurt in an officer-involved shooting.
Vehicle stolen from on-duty Banks County firefighter
Have you seen this vehicle? Officials say it was stolen from a Banks County firefighter and medic while they were on duty Sunday morning.
Have you seen this vehicle? Officials say it was stolen from a Banks County firefighter and medic while they were on duty Sunday morning.
Banks County deputy in recovery after suffering injury during shootout
A Banks County Sheriff's Deputy who was injured during a shootout is in recovery, officials said Thursday.
A Banks County Sheriff's Deputy who was injured during a shootout is in recovery, officials said Thursday.
Banks County deputy injured in shootout with kidnapping suspect, GBI investigating
A Banks County deputy has been hospitalized after they were shot during an early morning confrontation with a kidnapping suspect at a motel.
A Banks County deputy has been hospitalized after they were shot during an early morning confrontation with a kidnapping suspect at a motel.