GDOT Issues Inclement Weather Road Advisory

GDOT is urging motorists to monitor weather conditions in advance with the possibility of light snow and icy roadways expected Thursday and Friday in areas of North Georgia.

IRS Announces New 2013 Tax Rates and Standard Deductions

It's tax time again in Holly Springs. Standard deductions will increase, but the ceiling for itemized deductions decrease in 2013, plus other changes that will affect your taxes this year.

Holly Springs Puts Garage Sales Under Microscope

The Holly Springs City Council has proposed amending the city's ordinance that would regulate garage sales.

Holly Springs To Mull Changes To Regulate Garage Sales

The city council will discuss a proposed change to Chapter 22 of its code to regulate garage sales.

Cherokee State House Candidates Bring In Cash For Race

However, the four candidates in Tuesday's special election for the Georgia House District 21 seat aren't raising as much money as the Georgia Senate District 21 candidates.

After Fighting Fires, Ray Gunnin Turns To Politics

The former Cherokee County fire chief is now the new District 2 county commissioner.

Patch, Starbucks Team to Avert Fiscal Cliff

The two companies have joined forces to urge Congress to “Come Together” before tax hikes and spending cuts push America over the “fiscal cliff.”

Jerguson: Loan Default Lawsuit a 'Business Dispute'

Senate District 21 candidate Sean Jerguson is a party to a case in which he and several others have allegedly defaulted on a loan totaling more than $600,000.

Holly Springs Leaders Eye Downtown Revitalization

City officials want to visit other cities whose downtown areas are consistent with how Holly Springs wants to proceed with its town center master plan.

Council To Mull Charter Change

The Holly Springs City Council will consider a resolution asking the Georgia General Assembly to amend its charter to change the election cycle of one council seat.

House Candidate Ineligible, Withdraws From Race

Hickory Flat resident Eduardo Correia does not live in House District 21, the seat he qualified to run for in the Jan. 8, 2013 special election.

Cherokee Firefighter Promoted

Paul Faulkner was promoted to the rank of sergeant.

Jerguson, Newcomer Both Qualify For Special Election

State Rep. Sean Jerguson formally qualified to run for the Georgia Senate District 21 seat while a Hickory Flat resident formally jumped into the Georgia House District 21 seat.

Democrat To Qualify For State House Seat

Cherokee County attorney Natalie Bergeron will seek the seat vacated by State Rep. Sean Jerguson (R-Holly Springs).

Political Consultant Joins State House Race

Hickory Flat resident Brian Laurens will run for the State House District 21 seat.

Holly Springs Resident Scot Turner To Run For House Seat

Turner, who challenged State Rep. Sean Jerguson in the July 31 Republican primary for the House District 21 seat, will seek the same seat in a January special election.

Sean Jerguson To Run For State Senate

The Holly Springs state representative will run for the seat vacated by former Senator Chip Rogers.

Holly Springs To Consider Changing How Voters Elect Council members

The council will discuss the proposal during its work session and consider approving the resolution during its called meeting.

Cherokee Commissioners Confront Locked Gates at Soccer Park

The Cherokee County Board of Commissioners discussed how to proceed keeping the entrance gates at Badger Creek Park unlocked during daylight hours.

Holly Springs Council To Hold Budget Hearing

The calendar year 2013 budget will go into effect in January.

Holly Springs City Clerk Earns Designation

Karen Norred has earned the certified municipal clerk designation.

Candidate Q&A: Alex Berkobin

Holly Springs Post 3 challenger Alex Berkobin explains his thoughts on governance and why you should vote for him.

Candidate Q&A: Bob Kovacs

Holly Springs City Council Post 4 challenger Bob Kovacs explains what he will bring to the table and why you should cast your ballot for him today.

Candidate Q&A: Michael Zenchuk

The incumbent Post 3 Councilman lays out his case for re-election today.

When Is The Next Presidential Debate?

The third and final presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney is Monday, Oct. 22, at 9 p.m.

When Is The Next Presidential Debate?

The second presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney is today, Oct. 16 at 9 p.m.

Holly Springs Begins Fixing Streets Next Week

Colwell Construction will resurface 10 city streets.

Vote Today for President, Holly Springs City Council

Advance voting starts today, Oct. 15 in Cherokee County on these and other races including the state Charter Schools amendment.

When Is The Next Presidential Debate?

The second presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney is Tuesday Oct. 16 at 9 p.m.

What Time is the Vice Presidential Debate?

Here are details on Thursday's debate between Vice President Joe Biden and Congressman Paul Ryan.

Holly Spring Celebrates Autumn

Autumn Fest returns to Barrett Memorial Park on Saturday, bringing families to play and visit 50 vendors.

Patch Is Collecting Questions for Obama and Romney During the Next Presidential Debate

If you have a question for the candidates, submit it in the comments section below and it could be asked during the televised Oct. 16 Town Hall Presidential Debate.

Decision 2012: Presidential, Vice Presidential Debate Schedule

President Barack Obama and Republican Candidate Mitt Romney will meet in three debates.

Holly Springs-Hickory Flat Election Guide

The candidates, incumbents and issues that will be affecting Holly Springs and Cherokee County in the Nov. 6 General Election.

Autumn Festival Comes to Holly Springs on Saturday

Barrett Memorial Park will be the site of the ninth annual festival, bringing crafts, local businesses, concessions and a children's area to the 13-acre park.

Cherokee Residents Can Recycle Home Electronics on Oct. 13

Set the date on your calendar, and start collecting all of those computers, printers, stereos and other home electronics that have outlived their usefulness.

Holly Springs Lets Residents Identify Problems Online

The city's website includes an extensive Request Tracker allowing anything from police tips to storm water issues to be reported.

What Do Holly Springs Residents Want in Hickory Road Park?

The first public meeting on how the city should spend $1.5 million Cherokee County's parks and recreation agency gave to plan and build the park will be Monday afternoon.

Sales Tax Holiday Saves Water, Money

Showerheads, toilets and other products with WaterSense labels will be exempt from state and local sales taxes from Oct. 5-7.

Residents To See Property Tax Rate Hike

Holly Springs City Council approves 'revenue neutral' millage rate increase.