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Just 40 minutes north of Atlanta, nestled between rolling hills and winding trails, you'll find Cumming, Georgia — a small city with a big personality. It might not be the first place on your travel radar, but spend a day here and you’ll quickly see why locals are proud to call it home.

Food

A Local’s Food Guide to Cumming, Georgia

by Katya OzerkovJune 17, 2025

Rescue teams pulled a 27-year-old man's body from Lake Lanier Sunday. Ramon Diaz-Soria had been missing since Saturday afternoon when he fell from a boat.

Lake Lanier Drowning Victim Found After 36-Hour Search

by News DeskJune 15, 2025June 15, 2025

Truett McConnell University's Board of Trustees has unanimously voted to place President Dr. Emir Caner on administrative leave while launching a third-party investigation into allegations of sexual abuse on campus.

Truett McConnell University President Placed On Leave Amid Campus Sexual Abuse Scandal

by B.T. ClarkJune 11, 2025June 11, 2025

A sexual abuse report involving a former Truett-McConnell University administrator has sparked demands for an independent investigation, with hundreds backing a public petition urging accountability from university leadership.

Truett-McConnell University Faces Pressure Over Alleged Abuse Cover-Up

by B.T. ClarkJune 2, 2025June 2, 2025

A 4-year-old boy died Sunday evening when an ATV overturned in Forsyth County, throwing both him and the teenage driver from the vehicle.

Georgia 4-Year-Old Dies in ATV Crash

by B.T. ClarkMay 22, 2025May 22, 2025

A GoFundMe campaign has been launched for the family of Dustin Valencia after his body was recovered from Lake Lanier during the search for the missing father.

GoFundMe Set Up For Family of Kayaker Who’s Body Was Found in Lake Lanier

by B.T. ClarkMay 19, 2025May 19, 2025

Rescue crews pulled a body from Lake Lanier Friday as the community anxiously waits for answers in the disappearance of Dustin Valencia. While the body was found in the area Valencia was kayaking, officials have not identified the body yet.

Body Found In Lake Lanier During Search For Missing Father

by B.T. ClarkMay 17, 2025May 17, 2025

Dustin Valencia never showed up to pick his kids up from school Wednesday. His car was found at Little Ridge Park, sparking a search of Lake Lanier.

Search Continues for Missing Kayaker on Lake Lanier

by B.T. ClarkMay 15, 2025May 16, 2025

Powerful storms packing potentially punishing hail will pummel parts of northeast Georgia today. Residents should ready themselves for rough weather between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Hail and Howling Winds Headed for Northeast Georgia Today

by B.T. ClarkMay 14, 2025

Forsyth County tops the list of Georgia's richest counties, with Fulton County ranking fifth despite having the highest investment income in the state.

Georgia By The Numbers

Georgia’s Wealthiest Counties Revealed in New Study

by B.T. ClarkMay 9, 2025May 9, 2025

A severe thunderstorm watch is now in effect for 26 north Georgia counties until midnight tonight. The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center issued the alert at 4:20 p.m. Thursday.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For North Georgia Counties

by B.T. ClarkMay 8, 2025May 8, 2025

Local favorite Jekyll Brewing will permanently close all five locations this Saturday. Customers have just days to enjoy final pints at the Georgia-based brewery that's been serving craft beer enthusiasts since 2013.

Food

Closing Time: Jekyll Brewing Calls Last Round This Weekend

by News DeskMay 8, 2025May 8, 2025

"We definitely feel closer to each other than other bands because we went to high school together," said Devin Aviña, the bassist of Bohemian Mayday.

Artist Spotlight: Bohemian Mayday

by Katya OzerkovApril 16, 2025April 16, 2025

A substitute teacher faces charges after showing up intoxicated at North Hart Elementary School in Hart County.

Substitute Teacher Arrested After Showing Up Drunk at Georgia Elementary School

by Crime ReportsApril 10, 2025April 10, 2025

Mercer University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences recently inducted its largest-ever group of students into the Phi Beta Kappa Society, marking a milestone for the university's chapter.

Mercer University Welcomes 46 Students into Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society

by B.T. ClarkApril 9, 2025

Authorities evacuated a Forsyth County Walmart Tuesday evening after receiving two threatening phone calls, including a bomb threat that prompted a full sweep of the building.

Crime

Bomb Threat Forces Evacuation at Georgia Walmart

by B.T. ClarkMarch 26, 2025March 26, 2025

First Wave Over: The first wave of severe storms have made their way into Georgia and all storm warnings have expired. While there is more storm activity coming in from Alabama, the National Weather Service says the likelihood of tornadoes is decreasing. However, residents will still have to contend with high winds and flooding into Sunday.

Weather Updates: Severe Storms Hit Georgia

by B.T. ClarkMarch 15, 2025March 16, 2025

City Administrator Phil Higgins confirmed Wednesday that 44-year-old Crystal Sawyer, an Inventory Clerk in the city’s Utilities Distribution and Collection Division, died after being struck by a truck in a city parking lot.

Cumming Employee Who Died in Parking Lot Accident Was 44-Year-Old Crystal Sawyer

by B.T. ClarkMarch 13, 2025March 13, 2025