BANKS COUNTY, Ga. – The Hall County School District confirmed Friday afternoon that a Chestatee High School Spanish teacher arrested last week on rape and child molestation charges in Banks County is no longer employed by the district. Felipe Esteban Nunez, 32, of Gainesville, had been employed at Chestatee High School since September 2024. He […]
Read More »Gooch Introduces SB 465 to Align State with Donald Trump’s America First Agenda and Crack Down on Illegal Hiring
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 »Congratulations to Banks County High School STAR Student and STAR Teacher
PRESS RELEASE – Banks County High School is proud to recognize our 2026 STAR Student, Harper Steele, and her chosen STAR Teacher, Mrs. Elizabeth Ward. What is a STAR Student in Georgia? The Student Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) program is one of Georgia’s most prestigious academic honors. A STAR Student is selected based on: Academic […]
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 »Residents Escape Safely After Maysville House Fire Causes Minor Damage
BANKS COUNTY, Ga. – A Maysville home sustained minor damage Thursday after an afternoon fire, according to Banks County Fire and Emergency Services. Crews were dispatched around 4:41 p.m. to a residence near Skeeter Drive and arrived to find smoke coming from inside the home. All occupants were able to escape without injury. Firefighters quickly […]
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 »Banks County Officials Warn Residents of Rise in Online Romance Scams
BANKS COUNTY, Ga. — The Banks County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to stay vigilant after receiving multiple reports of romance scams targeting people in the community. According to the sheriff’s office, scammers are creating fake online identities — often posing as individuals working overseas or serving in the military — to build trust and […]
Read More »Banks County Election Results 2025
BANKS COUNTY, Ga. – The precincts for Banks County are reporting 100% in. For Mayor – Baldwin, Alice Venter won the seat over her opponent, Douglas S. Faust. For Council Member – Post 4 – Baldwin, Joe Elam won with over 70% of the vote. Cliff Hill was voted for mayor of Homer over his […]
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 »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 »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 »Body of Missing Banks County Man Found in North Carolina
HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. — Authorities in North Carolina say they have discovered a body believed to be that of a missing man from Banks County, Georgia, bringing a tragic end to a search that spanned more than two weeks. The body, thought to be 26-year-old Conner Budd, was found Tuesday afternoon in the Newfound area […]
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 »Safety Protocol Triggered as Unidentified Individuals Walked School Grounds
PRESS RELEASE – The Banks County Sheriff’s Office released a statement this morning, Aug. 20, regarding the safety protocol that was observed today. “This morning an alert was activated at the Banks County Primary School due to two individuals being observed walking on the grounds of school property. This alert is activated as part of […]
Read More »Banks County Schools Dedicates Leopard Stadium and Turf Field
PRESS RELEASE -On Friday, August 15, Banks County Schools held a special dedication ceremony at Leopard Stadium to honor two families whose impact on our schools and community will be remembered for years to come. Leopard Stadium was dedicated to the late Bobby Morris, who faithfully served Banks County Schools for 21 years as a […]
Read More »Murder Suspect Apprehended After Pursuit
BANKS COUNTY, Ga. – On Monday, April 28, 2025, the Banks County Sheriff’s Office received a BOLO for a murder suspect out of Columbus, Georgia. A BCSO deputy observed the vehicle traveling southbound on Interstate 85 in between the 154 and 149 mile markers and attempted a traffic stop. The driver, identified as Luke Mercardante, […]
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