GEORGIA – February 17 – As State Senator for Georgia’s 51st District and the Republican frontrunner for Lieutenant Governor, I am committed to putting Georgia families first and aligning our state with President Trump’s America First agenda. Last week, I introduced Senate Bill 465, a targeted measure to hold businesses accountable and discourage the hiring […]
Read More »Suspect Found Dead Following Law Enforcement Response in Pickens County
PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. — A suspect connected to a child molestation investigation was found deceased Thursday afternoon after law enforcement responded to a residence in Pickens County. According to officials, deputies with the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office arrived at a home off Beaver Ridge Road at approximately 12:30 p.m. to execute an arrest warrant related […]
Read More »BREAKING: EMORY FIRES SUSPECTED IRANIAN SPY AFTER STEVE GOOCH CALLS FOR INVESTIGATION!
It’s no secret that the Iranian government is America’s enemy. They hate our freedom and our Christian values, they persecute anyone who questions them, and they sponsor terror around the globe. When I found out that the daughter of a senior Iranian official who threatened our troops and President Trump was employed at Emory, I […]
Read More »Crews Respond to Structure Fire on Talking Rock Road
PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. – Firefighters from Pickens County and the City of Jasper responded to a structure fire on Talking Rock Road late Monday morning, according to officials. The Pickens Fire and Jasper Fire Department were dispatched to the scene around 10 a.m. following reports of flames visible from a residence. Pickens Fire Engine 11 […]
Read More »Public Health Weather Closure
PRESS RELEASE – Due to expected hazardous weather in North Georgia, all North Georgia Health District public health offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026, out of an abundance of caution for staff and community safety. This closure includes: The North Georgia Health District office in Dalton County health departments in Cherokee, Fannin, […]
Read More »EPA Warns Georgians to Stay Indoors as Air Quality Reaches ‘Unhealthy’ Levels
GEORGIA – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is urging residents across Georgia to limit time outdoors after air quality monitors detected “Unhealthy” levels of fine particulate matter, known as PM2.5, in several counties. According to the Air Quality Index (AQI), concentrations of particle pollution have climbed high enough to pose health risks to the […]
Read More »Pickens County Election Results 2025
PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. – The precincts for Pickens County are reporting 100% in. In the race for City Council – Post 1 – Jasper, Steve Lawrence beat the incumbent, Sonny Proctor, earning nearly 73% of the vote. In the race for City Council – Post 2 – Jasper, James Tony Davis won the seat against […]
Read More »Election Day – Get out and Vote!
GEORGIA – It’s, November, 4 2025 – Election Day! Check Fetch Your News for your local election results as they come in starting this evening! Don’t forget to get out and vote today!
Read More »Five Arrested in Multi-Agency Drug Operation in Pickens County
PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. — A coordinated investigation by the Cherokee Multi-Agency Narcotics Squad (CMANS) and the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office led to multiple arrests this week in connection with ongoing drug cases, authorities announced. Agents executed several search warrants during the operation, resulting in the arrest of five individuals and the seizure of more than […]
Read More »Ditch Witch For Sale!
Ditch Witch 5110 Trencher for Sale – $15,500 (Maysville, GA) Ready to work! This well-maintained Ditch Witch 5110 (approx 2003) has less than 800 hours and is in excellent running condition! . ✅ No leaks ✅ Several cylinders repacked + new hoses ✅ New brake master cylinder & battery ✅ Fresh paint job ✅ Recently serviced by a certified mechanic […]
Read More »Four Arrested in Pickens County Drug Investigation
PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. — Four people were arrested this week after a narcotics investigation led authorities to a Pickens County home where more than an ounce of methamphetamine was seized, according to the Cherokee Multi-Agency Narcotics Squad (CMANS). Investigators executed a search warrant on Wednesday, October 1, following multiple community tips and what officials described […]
Read More »Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Domestic-Related Homicide
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – Forsyth County deputies are investigating a deadly domestic incident that claimed the life of an off-duty law enforcement officer and left a teenager injured Saturday night in the Villages at Shakerag subdivision. The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office said the incident began around 7:49 p.m. on September 27, when a juvenile appeared […]
Read More »Pickens County Authorities Investigate Threatening TikTok Post
PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. – Pickens County deputies are investigating a threatening social media post that circulated among students this morning. According to the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office, campus law enforcement was alerted around 8:30 a.m. to posts on TikTok that appeared on students’ “For You” pages. Investigators say the account behind the post is still […]
Read More »Officials Warn Homeowners to Stay Alert for Scams During Peak Disaster Season
GEORGIA – August to October marks the height of natural disaster season in the United States, and with it comes a warning from consumer protection groups: be on the lookout for scammers posing as contractors offering too-good-to-be-true repair services. According to recent advisories, fraudulent contractors often descend on communities impacted by hurricanes, floods, and other […]
Read More »Early Morning Structure Fire
PRESS RELEASE – Pickens Fire and Jasper Fire were dispatched to a possible structure fire North of Jasper early on the morning of Aug. 3, around 2:30 a.m. It was reported to be in the area of Twin Oaks Court off Collins Road. A fire was reported from a caller living on Collins Road who […]
Read More »Attempted Unauthorized Entry at Pickens Jr. High
UPDATE: On August 5, 2025, at around 2:45 PM, Campus Law Enforcement Deputy Blake McClure observed an adult male attempting to pull on doors at Pickens Jr. High School after dismissal. Deputy McClure made contact with the individual, who then ran from the area. After a short foot chase, Deputy McClure apprehended and arrested him. […]
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