Apalachee High student arrested after threat, school stresses safety

A student was arrested for making a threatening remark, highlighting the serious consequences of perceived threats, even if intended as jokes.

Paraglider injured in crash at Barrow County airport

A man was rushed to the hospital after crashing a paraglider at Barrow County Airport, authorities said.

Community hikes to honor Apalachee High School shooting victims

Dozens came out to Fort Yargo State Park in Winder for a memorial hike to honor the victims of the Apalachee High School shooting.

Lawmakers, students honor victims of Apalachee shooting at Capitol

Georgia Democrats, students, and gun safety advocates gathered at the State Capitol on Wednesday to mark one year since the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School.

Barrow County 911 dispatchers help 2 mothers deliver babies

A pair of 911 operators in Barrow County are being recognized for using their training to help two local mothers successfully welcome their babies into the world.

Apalachee High School wins first game since 2021

Apalachee High School snapped a nearly 30-game losing streak with a 29–6 win over Chattahoochee, its first victory since 2021.

Apalachee High School wellness initiatives aimed at helping students

Apalachee officials say last year's shooting has led to multiple changes at the school, including increased security and a greater emphasis on mental health and emotional healing.

Mother of Apalachee High School shooting victim addresses SRO funding

Breanna Schermerhorn, the mother of 14-year-old Mason Schermerhorn, who died on Sept. 4, 2024, called out county leadership, not the school district, for taking away SRO funding.

Apalachee HS shooting: Judge denies father's appeal of his ruling

A judge denied Colin Gray’s request to appeal a ruling that upheld his indictment in connection with the Apalachee High School shooting.

Barrow County begins school year with $2M security upgrade

Students return back to Barrow County schools with the echoes of a mass school shooting at Apalachee High School and increased security.

Barrow County School Board commits $2M to fully fund resource officers

The Barrow County Board of Education plans to cover 100% of the salaries and benefits for school resource officers after the county withdrew financial support.

Apalachee HS shooting: Trial delayed for Colin Gray, father of shooting suspect

A Barrow County Superior Court judge has granted a delay in the trial of Colin Gray, the father of the teenager accused in the deadly Apalachee High School shooting.