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Classic City News
Aug 13, 20250 min read


Winder drug investigation yields weapons and large marijuana seizures
The following was released today by the Winder Police Department: On Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 6, 2025, the Winder Police Department...

Classic City News
Aug 11, 20251 min read


Winder police officer retires after 30 years of service
The following was released by the City of Winder WINDER, Ga. – After more than three decades of service to the Winder Police Department,...

Classic City News
Aug 3, 20253 min read


Retired sheriff on hand as granddaughter honored for her service
From the Facebook page of the Barrow County Sheriff We want to recognize Lt. Kayla Roberts on her 20 years of service to our office and...

Classic City News
Jul 29, 20251 min read


VIDEO: Racist Karen’s drunken rant in Barrow County hotel
By Joe Johnson A woman was arrested at Holiday Inn Express in Bethlehem after falsely accusing a man of assaulting her in a drunken...

Classic City News
Jun 29, 20251 min read


Racist “Karen” goes on drunken rant in Barrow County
By Joe Johnson A woman was arrested at Holiday Inn Express in Bethlehem after falsely accusing a man of assaulting her in a drunken...

Classic City News
Jun 28, 20251 min read


Three teenage sisters missing in Barrow County
The Winder Police Department is seeking the public’s help with finding three sisters who have gone missing. Police say Caidyn, Ashlyn,...

Classic City News
Jun 20, 20251 min read


Celebrate Winder returning with music, food and fireworks
The following was released by the City of Winder: Winder is throwing a birthday party—and the whole community is invited. Celebrate...

Classic City News
Jun 20, 20251 min read


Contract awarded for Old Hog Mountain Road roundabout
Released by the Georgia Department of Transportation: Gainesville, GA – The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is pleased to...

Classic City News
Jun 4, 20252 min read


Armed robbery suspect nabbed while getting food in Athens McDonald’s
Donnell Erron Jones By Joe Johnson A suspect in a Barrow County armed robbery was recently arrested at McDonald’s on Atlanta Highway....

Classic City News
Jun 4, 20251 min read


Suspect arrested after trying to set fire inside Target in Barrow County
The following was released this afternoon by the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office: At approximately 1141 hours, the Barrow County Sheriff’s...

Classic City News
May 18, 20251 min read


Winder claims title for best tasting tap water in Georgia, sets sights on national glory in Denver
The City of Winder has clinched the title for the best-tasting tap water in Georgia, with its sample from the Highway 53 Water Treatment...

Classic City News
May 16, 20251 min read


All Barrow County schools locked down as police investigate threats
By Joe Johnson All Barrow County Schools are currently on soft lockdown, the district informed parents this morning. District officials...

Classic City News
May 2, 20251 min read


Two hospitalized after Barrow County house fire
The following was released Saturday by the Barrow County Fire Department: This morning, Barrow County Fire Department units responded to...

Classic City News
Apr 27, 20251 min read


Authorities searching for missing man in Barrow County
The Barrow County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s help in locating a missing man. Kentarius Dashaun Patterson, 25, is described...

Classic City News
Apr 21, 20251 min read


Father of Apalachee school shooter seeks to move trial from Barrow County
By Joe Johnson The father of the Apalachee High School shooter wants his trial moved out of Barrow County. Attorneys for Colin Gray have...

Classic City News
Apr 17, 20251 min read


Barrow County Sheriffs Office announces deputy’s death
The following was released today by the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office: It is with heavy and broken hearts that we announce the passing...

Classic City News
Apr 14, 20251 min read


Barrow County teen missing over 2 weeks, last seen getting into Uber
17-year-old Annabelle Moore was last seen on March 30 as she was getting into an Uber at her home in Bethlehem with plans to go to her...

Classic City News
Apr 12, 20251 min read


Legislators approve transfer of airport to Barrow County
On April 4, the Georgia State Senate passed an amended version of SB 331, which was approved by the Georgia House of Representatives on...

Classic City News
Apr 7, 20251 min read


Winder restaurant owner arrested for allegedly kidnapping and raping employee
By Joe Johnson The Winder Police Department has arrested a local restaurant owner for allegedly kidnapping and raping an employee. Daniel...

Classic City News
Mar 26, 20251 min read
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