RABUN COUNTY, Ga. – A 39-year-old Clayton man has been arrested following an investigation into allegations involving a victim known to him, according to the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office. Timothy Richardson was arrested Aug. 18 and booked into the Rabun County Detention Center. He faces charges of rape, aggravated assault, false imprisonment, criminal trespass and […]
Read More »Georgia Fish Fry 2026
GEORGIA — Republican leaders and supporters from across Georgia are set to gather in Warner Robins this weekend for the Central Georgia Fish Fry 2026. The Houston, Peach and Bibb County Republican parties will present the event on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Roy H. “Sonny” Watson Health Pavilion, […]
Read More »Wanted Lumpkin County Fugitive Captured After Standoff in Rabun County
RABUN COUNTY, Ga. — A wanted fugitive out of Lumpkin County was taken into custody following a brief standoff with law enforcement in Rabun County, according to Sheriff Mark Gerrells. The Rabun County Sheriff’s Office and Dillard Police Department conducted a joint operation in the area of Highway 246 and Trinity Lane to locate and […]
Read More »Rabun County Man Charged with Aggravated Animal Cruelty Following Investigation
RABUN COUNTY, Ga. — A Mountain City man has been arrested on a charge of aggravated animal cruelty following a month-long investigation into the death of an animal, according to the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Mark Gerrells said the investigation began on June 10, 2026, after the sheriff’s office received a report of suspected […]
Read More »Rabun County Deputies Seize Suspected Drugs, Nearly $12,000 During Campsite Search
RABUN COUNTY, Ga. — A Tiger man is facing multiple felony charges after Rabun County Sheriff’s Office deputies executed a search warrant at a campsite on Lake Rabun Road, where investigators say they discovered suspected illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, and nearly $12,000 in cash. According to the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office, deputies served the search […]
Read More »Georgia Governor’s Race Set for November After GOP Primary Upset
GEORGIA – Georgia voters narrowed the field in the state’s open gubernatorial race Tuesday, setting up a high-profile general election contest to replace term-limited Gov. Brian Kemp. On the Republican side, businessman and healthcare executive Rick Jackson scored an upset victory over Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, winning the GOP nomination despite Jones receiving endorsements from […]
Read More »Arrest Made Following Shots Fired Incident in Rabun County
RABUN COUNTY, Ga. (April 13, 2026) — Authorities have made an arrest in connection with a shots-fired incident reported last week along Highway 197, according to a press release from Sheriff Mark Gerrells. Deputies with the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call around 6:40 a.m. on April 7 regarding gunfire near the intersection […]
Read More »LT. GOVERNOR FRONTRUNNER, CONSERVATIVE STEVE GOOCH WON’T BACK DOWN ON PUBLIC SAFETY
GEORGIA – Conservative Senator Steve Gooch is stepping up where others are content to grandstand, delivering real action to shield Georgians from the rising tide of lawlessness pushed by the far left. In the wake of media-fueled hysteria that has seen protesters storm churches mid-service to harass worshippers, Gooch didn’t hesitate. He introduced SB 591, […]
Read More »Man Extradited from Texas to Rabun County on Multiple Felony Charges
RABUN COUNTY, Ga. — A 29-year-old man has been returned to Rabun County from Texas to face multiple felony charges following an extradition coordinated by local law enforcement agencies. According to a press release issued March 16 by Sheriff Mark Gerrells, deputies with the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office traveled to Texas on March 9 to […]
Read More »Inmate Escape and Recovery
RABUN COUNTY, Ga. – Richard Jason Crump, 45, an inmate incarcerated at the Rabun County Detention Center, is charged with Escape following an incident that occurred this morning. Investigation revealed that at approximately 8:09 a.m., Crump, who was assigned to a work detail, used a tool shed as concealment to climb over the back portion […]
Read More »Rabun County High School Employee Charged With Child Sex Crimes
CLAYTON, Ga. — A Rabun County High School employee has been arrested on multiple child sex crime charges following an investigation by the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office. According to a press release from Sheriff Mark Gerrells, the agency’s Criminal Investigations Division obtained arrest warrants for Ashleigh Wilson, 26, of Clayton. Wilson was booked Feb. 26 […]
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 »Four Arrested Following Rabun County Drug Investigation, Authorities Seize Suspected GHB
RABUN COUNTY, Ga. — Four individuals have been arrested following an investigation into alleged drug trafficking activity in Rabun County, according to Sheriff Mark Gerrells. Sheriff Gerrells said the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office began investigating reports between August and December 2025 regarding individuals suspected of selling methamphetamine and Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate (GHB), a Schedule I controlled substance […]
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 »Lakemont Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening, Shooting at Power Crews
RABUN COUNTY, Ga. – A Lakemont man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he threatened and fired shots at utility workers who were restoring electrical service in Rabun County. According to the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called Tuesday to the area of Bluebird Lane and Old Highway 441 after reports that […]
Read More »Former Rabun County Schools Employee Arrested in Investigation Involving Inappropriate Contact Allegation
RABUN COUNTY, Ga. – A former Rabun County Schools employee was taken into custody following an investigation into allegations of inappropriate contact with a minor, according to a statement from the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said Daniel Guevara, previously employed in a non-instructional support role, was arrested on November 14, 2025. The sheriff’s office […]
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