Hiawassee Police Department

03/14/2026

Be advised that lane closures will occur this morning due to the Hiawassee Downtown Development Authority's half marathon and 5K event, expecting over 250 participants. Please use caution while navigating through town. Traffic will be maintained in both directions. Hiawassee Downtown Development Authority Towns County Sheriff's Office, Georgia City Of Hiawassee

03/11/2026

Be advised that lanes will be closed on US 76 and SR 288 (Sunnyside Road) in the morning on Saturday, 3/14, for the Hiawassee Half Marathon & 5K. Sunnyside will be a one-way eastbound only.

Please be careful driving on Saturday and watch for runners.

Lane cone marking will begin around 6am and closure will begin around 7am. Lanes will reopen on a rolling basis as the race comes through, with the last opening by about 12:30pm.

02/01/2026

Before anyone asks about specific streets in the community groups, please assume all roads in the area remain hazardous.
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Yesterday’s melted snow has refrozen into ice, creating very slick conditions.
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If you must be out today, drive slowly, leave extra space between vehicles, and use extreme caution.

01/31/2026

The roads in and around Hiawassee continue to accumulate snow and are slick. For your safety and the safety of others, please stay off the roads this weekend unless absolutely necessary.

01/09/2026

12/18/2025

How amazing is this!? We are honored to live and work in such a wonderful community. Thank you everyone who donated to give local children a brighter Christmas this year! And thank you to News Talk 95.1 WJRB - The Talk of the Mountains for matching yesterday's donations!

12/16/2025

Join us for a special fundraiser benefiting local children on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 8:00–9:00 AM at the intersection of N Main St & Bell Creek Rd in Hiawassee.​

Hiawassee Police Chief Paul Smith and Towns County Sheriff’s Office Interim Sheriff Anthony Coleman will be standing at the intersection accepting monetary donations during that hour. Every dollar collected will go directly to help local kids have a brighter Christmas through the Shop With A Hero and Shop with a Sheriff programs.​

Thanks to our friends at 95.1 WJRB Radio, all donations will be matched, doubling your impact for children in our community. Drive by, say hello, and drop a donation to support this great cause!

Towns County Sheriff's Office, Georgia
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11/28/2025

The annual Towns County Sheriff's Office, Georgia Christmas Parade will be tomorrow at 5:30. The parade starts at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds and finishes at South State Bank. Main Street (Hwy 76) will be closed between those locations for the duration of the parade. Expect travel delays and heavy traffic during and after the parade. Sunnyside Road (Hwy 288) can be used as a detour around the parade.

11/11/2025

Today we honor all who have served our nation in the Armed Forces. The Hiawassee Police Department proudly thanks our own team members who are veterans for their service and continued dedication to both our country and our community.

To every veteran in Hiawassee and beyond—thank you for your sacrifice, courage, and commitment. Your service will never be forgotten.

Happy Veteran’s Day from all of us at the Hiawassee Police Department.

11/11/2025

Most roads in and around Hiawassee are clear of snow, but please continue to use caution while driving. Some areas, especially in higher elevations and lesser-traveled roads, may still have icy spots. Take your time and increase your following distance to stay safe while traveling this morning.

11/10/2025

Well folks we’re back! The snow is falling, the wind is blowing, our fingers and toes feel like they are packed in ice, and every jacked up truck with big tires is parked in someone’s yard blowing smoke out the exhaust and going vroom, vroom! Right now you’re laughing because you can either see it, or picture it in your mind. This cold stuff is with us for a few days so stay inside, stay warm, keep those pets warm, and practice safe heating during this time. Please be safe if you are traveling after dark or in the morning hours. Any leftover precipitation could possibly freeze and leave some slippery spots on the roads. Stay Safe, Stay Alert, and always Drive Safe!