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Judge Chris Phelps hugs a recent graduate of the Northern Judicial Circuit's Felony Drug Court. (Photo by Mark Wells)

Judge Chris Phelps hugs a recent graduate of the Northern Judicial Circuit's Felony Drug Court. (Photo by Mark Wells)

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Drug Court holds commencement at Elberton First Methodist Church

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The Northern Judicial Circuit hosted a commencement ceremony Dec. 11 for people who have just completed the circuit's Felony Drug Court program. The program offers offenders who are addicted to drugs or alcohol an opportunity to rehabilitate. Judge R.
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Teen killed in shooting inside Elberton McDonald's

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
A 17-year old student at Elbert County Comprehensive High School was fatally shot inside the McDonald’s restaurant in Elberton Dec. 9. According to a Dec. 10 press release by the Elberton Police Department (EPD), the EPD responded to a reported shooting at McDonald's at approximately 10:20 p.m.
Scenes from Elbert's 70-60 win over Social Circle on Dec. 2. (Photos by Bo Underwood)

Scenes from Elbert's 70-60 win over Social Circle on Dec. 2. (Photos by Bo Underwood)

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Hoop Devils rebound with three straight wins at home

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
The Elbert County boys’ basketball team bounced back from a 0-2 start to win their past three games and bring their record to 3-2 to begin the season. The Blue Devils earned their first win of the season over Social Circle last Tuesday with a 70-60 victory.
Scenes from Elbert County's 54-11 win over Social Circle on Dec. 2. (Photos by Bo Underwood)

Scenes from Elbert County's 54-11 win over Social Circle on Dec. 2. (Photos by Bo Underwood)

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Lady Devils basketball wins first four games

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Elbert County girls’ basketball has hopes of winning its region and earning a state title, and the Lady Devils began that pursuit by winning their first four games of the 2025-26 season. The Lady Devils beat Madison County on the road to tip off the year.
A truck overturns in front of the Inferno. (Photo by Mark Wells)

A truck overturns in front of the Inferno. (Photo by Mark Wells)

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Truck overturns in front of Inferno

Mark Wells
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Elbert County Comprehensive High School was one tree away from needing a new sign in front of the Inferno after a tractor trailer overturned Thursday and skidded to a halt in front of the building. At approximately 11:12 a.m.