ECCCSG hosting Walkathon

The Elbert County Colon Cancer Support Group is hosting a Walkathon Sept. 12 at Sutton Park in Elberton.

Elbert County Betas to host food distributions

Elbert County's beta clubs are participating in food distributions to help those in need at Forest Hill Assembly of God throughout the rest of the year. The Betas kicked off the initiative Aug. 6 and assisted the church with various duties.

Paxton Glaude throws out first pitch at Red Sox game

Elbert County met Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts over the weekend as Elbert County native and fifth grader Paxton Glaude got the opportunity to throw out the first pitch of the Boston Red Sox's game against the Athletics Aug. 7.

Elbert County Board of Commissioners vote to revoke 'registration'

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to 'revoke the 'gun club registration' of Rock Solid Range, located off of Cornell Dairy Road in Bowman.

Summer stepping stone: 15 Elbert County students receive CNA certifications

Most high school students spend their summer break taking things easy. It’s a time to kick back, rest and enjoy some time off between school years.But for 15 Elbert County Comprehensive High School students, this past summer break was an opportunity.

Elberton’s Jacobeon Bolton becoming decorated track & field athlete on local and AAU stage

Jacobeon Bolton is one of the fastest-rising young athletes in Elbert County.

Seven former Diamond Devils sign to play college baseball

Last season was special for Elbert County baseball, and seven of the now-graduated seniors who helped lead the Diamond Devils’ run will be continuing their playing careers at the college level.On Wednesday night, all seven participated in a signing ceremony at the ECCHS gym, where they were joined...

City of Elberton announces utility losses

Elberton city manager Kevin Eavenson presented a financial report through the full fiscal year 2026 thus far at the city council’s monthly meeting Monday. He noted the figures are unaudited.

Elbert County Sheriff's Office runs security drill ahead of school start

In preparation for the new year, the Elbert County Sheriff's Office, who recently absorbed the Elbert County Board of Eduction's School Resource Officers, conducted an active shooter drill at Elbert County Elementary July 28.

Students returned to Elbert County Schools Friday

Elbert County Schools got back underway Friday after Summer Break, bringing a start to the 2026-2027 school year. Superintendent Robert Wheeler said that 2,887 students were enrolled in the district as of the July 31 start date.