Holly Springs-Hickory Flat Area Unemployment Worsens: Feds

The unemployment rate in Cherokee County is lower than the Georgia average.

Cherokee County Likely To Miss Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Holly Springs-Hickory Flat area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Unemployment Improves In Holly Springs-Hickory Flat Area: Feds

Cherokee County's unemployment rate is lower than the Georgia average.

Broadband Speed In Holly Springs-Hickory Flat Area: See How It Compares To Rest Of U.S.

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

Federal Tax Payments And Refunds: How Do Yours Stack Up?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Cherokee County neighbors.

Holly Springs Wins Financial Reporting Award

The GFOA awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of Holly Springs.

Holly Springs To Fine Residents For False Alarms

The fines will kick in after the fourth false alarm in one year.

Election Day: What Holly Springs Citizens Should Know

Residents will vote in a slew of local races, including sheriff, school board chair, county commission and Senate District 21.

Early Voting Starts Monday in Holly Springs

Cherokee County voters will have two weeks to cast ballots ahead of the May 24 primary.

Holly Springs Main Street Director Graduates From Economic Development Academy

The Georgia Academy for Economic Development gives class participants insight into the complexities of economic and community development.

City Receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Holly Springs received the honor for its 2014 comprehensive annual financial report, or CAFR.

Scot Turner Named Republican Leadership For Georgia Class of 2016 Member

The organization is designed to produce leaders who are committed to Republican principles.

Holly Springs Receives Budget Award

The Government Finance Officers Association honored the city with its Distinguished Budget Presentation Award.

Obama's Iran Deal: Where do Georgia Representatives Stand?

Georgia lawmakers took to social media to share their opinions.

Deadline Nears For Input On Transportation Plan Update

Cherokee County is in the process of updating its Comprehensive Transportation Plan.

Holly Springs Wants Input On Downtown Redevelopment Plan

The city will host a public input meeting on Monday, July 6.

Marriage a Right for Same-Sex Couples in U.S. Supreme Court Decision

Gov. Deal: State will comply. Georgia’s local governments constitutionally required to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

Governor Wants Redesign of Confederate License Plate

Several other southern governors are attempting to curb the display of the battle flag in light of the Charleston church shooting.

BOC To Consider Temporary Moratorium On Sign Permits

Commissioners will hold a called meeting on Wednesday to consider the move, which would give staff time to review its sign ordinance.

Scot Turner To Host Town Hall Meeting

The state representative from Holly Springs will hold the meeting on Thursday in Canton.

Residents Asked To Weigh In On Current, Future Transportation Needs

Organizers will host 2 meetings later this on the update to the Cherokee County Comprehensive Transportation Plan.

Judge Dismisses Attempt To Halt Ball Ground Recycling Deal

Cherokee Superior Court Judge David Cannon Jr. rejected Carolyn Cosby's request to prevent Cowart Mulch Properties from assuming operations.

GDOT Suspends Lane Closures For Memorial Day Weekend

The state Department of Transportation will suspended construction-related lane closures from noon Friday May 22 to 5 a.m. Tuesday, May 26.

Steve West: Cosby's Allegations "Have No Merit"

Canton TEA Party activist Carolyn Cosby accuses the Cherokee commissioner of not reporting campaign expenses and contributions.

Holly Springs Celebrates Georgia Cities Week With Events, Photo Contest

The City Council passed a resolution declaring April 19-26 as Georgia Cities Week.

Commissioners Approve Letter of Intent To Replace Failed Recycling Project

Cherokee County will enter into formal negotiations with Cowart Mulch Property to take over operating the Ball Ground Recycling plant.

Metro Water District Wants Holly Springs Residents To Serve on Council

County residents are needed to serve on the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District's Coosa/Etowah Basin Advisory Council.

Frank Reynolds, Cherokee Sheriff Candidate, Ready to "Come Home"

The Cherokee County resident has announced he will run for the seat, which Roger Garrison has held for nearly 24 years.

GDOT Limits Lane Closures For Easter, Spring Break

The state agency will accommodate expected traffic for the holiday, Spring Break and the season home opener for the Atlanta Braves.

Thompson: Senate Will Soon Take Up Transportation Funding, 2016 Budget

State Senator Bruce Thompson is providing an update on the Georgia General Assembly's 2015 legislative session.

Bill Restricting Smoking in Cars With Children Clears Senate

Under the proposed law, anyone smoking in a car when a child under 15 is present would be subject to a fine up to $100.

County Schedules Open House For Transportation Plan Update

One meeting will be held March 24 in Canton and another is set for March 26 in Woodstock.

New Associate Judge Joins Cherokee Magistrate Court

Courtney D. Goodwin was recently sworn into office.

Thompson: Smokefree Cars for Children Act Has Bipartisan Support

State Sen. Bruce Thompson also supports a proposal for state takeover of failing schools and the Georgia Religious Freedom Restoration Act.

Georgia Senate Honors John Smoltz

The longtime Atlanta Braves pitcher was recognized by Senator Brandon Beach (R-Alpharetta) and Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle.

Design Meeting For Skate Park on Thursday

The new feature would be included in the proposed Cherokee Veterans Park in Macedonia northeast of Holly Springs.

Scot Turner Recognizes Sequoyah Women's Volleyball Team

The high school's team was honored with a resolution for holding the 2014 Georgia High School Association Class AAAAA state championship.

County To Consider Agreement with Holly Springs For Fire Station

The Cherokee County Commission will vote on a land lease agreement for the replacement of Fire Station No. 3.

Bruce Thompson Welcomes 'Mama Mona' To Serve as Chaplain of the Day

The state senator from White welcomed the Rev. Mona Harper to serve on Tuesday, Feb. 9.

Ethics Commission Schedules Probable Cause Hearing for Carolyn Cosby

Cosby is accused of not registering the Canton T.E.A. Party and Georgians For Healthcare Freedom Ltd with the state.