$10,000 reward offered in Georgia gold mine robbery
A masked man with a gun struck gold... but not in the legal way. He robbed a gold mine in Dahlonega. Now there's a $10,000 reward out for his arrest and conviction.
Man steals 'large amount of gold', other valuables from Dahlonega gold mine
A large amount of gold and other valuables were taken during a robbery Thursday evening at the Crisson Gold Mine in Dahlonega, according to the Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office.
Winter weather delays University of North Georgia campus openings
The University of North Georgia announced Monday it will delay the opening of its campuses until 10:30 a.m. on Jan. 18 due to inclement conditions from the weekend's winter snowstorm in Georgia.
Dahlonega woman charged with stealing over $400K, charity donations
The elections manager of Lumpkin County is accused of stealing over $400,000 for her personal use. Some of that money was intended as a donation to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, officials say.
Man convicted in murder of Hannah Bender faces life sentence
A jury convicted Austin Stryker on malice murder and other charges in the 2019 shooting and stabbing of 21-year-old Hannah Bender.
After 2 decades, Chestatee 'Ghost Boat' removed from Lake Lanier
For 20 years, the sunken "ghost boat" has intrigued visitors to Lake Lanier who thought it may be haunted. Now it's heading to its final resting place - a local landfill.
Deputies search for missing University of North Georgia last seen near Dahlonega
Lucas Baxter, 18, was last seen leaving the UNG campus around 9:20 p.m., the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office said. Investigators were able to track his car to the parking lot at Woody Gap in Dahlonega.
Lumpkin County man caught with 1,600 grams of meth, deputies say
Deputies said 25-year-old Lumpkin County resident Jonathan Michael Whitehead faces charges of trafficking meth.
Stargazing at the North Georgia Astronomical Observatory
In the mood for a little stargazing? Good news -- the new North Georgia Astronomical Observatory is open for public viewing three nights a week!
19-year-old dies after fight at Dawson County restaurant
A Dahlonega man died after a fight at a Dawson County restaurant over the weekend. 19 year old Kaleb Duckworth passed away Tuesday night from his injuries.
New mugshot released of suspect who sheriff says shot at Georgia deputies
Gerardo "Jerry" Jonathan Flowers, 29, of Gainesville, was arrested Monday and charged with aggravated assault and fleeing or attempting to elude.
Suspect who shot at Georgia deputies arrested after manhunt, sheriff says
After a night of searching, the manhunt for an armed and dangerous suspect has ended with his arrest in Lumpkin County.
'Dangerous' suspect on the run after shooting at Georgia deputies, sheriff says
Deputies say people in the Mount Olive Road area of Lumpkin County should lock their doors and call 911 if they see the dangerous suspect who is wanted in multiple counties.
Sheriff: Lumpkin County man goes missing after calling coworker
Deputies say 50-year-old Tony Lamar Cates' truck was found parked at a Dahlonega church.
Authorities search for missing teens in Hall, Lumpkin counties
Law enforcement agencies are searching for two teenagers last seen on Thursday evening.
Dahlonega’s Smith House satisfies hunger for history
Hungry for some good food...and fascinating history? We found a place in the North Georgia mountains that serves up plenty of both!
Police seize about 295 grams of meth in Lumpkin County bust
Authorities in Lumpkin County said investigators arrested four suspects in connection with a months-long investigation into drug trafficking on Tuesday.
Man arrested for vehicular homicide in Lumpkin County on Easter Sunday
Law enforcement officials have made an arrest in a deadly Easter Sunday incident in Lumpkin County.
Lumpkin County sheriff: 'Armed and dangerous' person of interest in custody
Law enforcement from multiple agencies were conducting an active search for a person of interest in Lumpkin County who is considered armed and dangerous well into Friday morning.
Forget gold… there’s chocolate in those Dahlonega hills
Dahlonega may be famous for its gold -- but this week, the city is showcasing its abundance of riches when it comes to desserts!