Clay County Sheriff's Office Press Release On 04/01/26 around 10:38 AM Clay County Sheriff’s Lt. Bruce Moore, Sgt. Ethan Henderson, and Investigator JJ Wooten responded to the Hot Spot Convenient Store in Hayesville after receiving a report of a woman passed out in a car at the drive-thru window. Carolina Star Nicholson, 33 years of age from Hayesville, was found to be at that location and in the driver’s seat of Nissan Altima with a Texas license plate. Nicholson was removed

Press Release A joint investigation conducted by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in the arrest of a significant methamphetamine supplier operating within both counties. Rennie Davenport, 63, of Hayesville, NC, was taken into custody at his residence on April 2, 2026. At the time of his arrest, Davenport was found in possession of more than 300 grams of methamphetamine. Investigators have identified Davenport as a major source

The Towns County Sheriff's Office has introduced a new community-focused program called Operation Lights Out that helps drivers replace broken headlights instead of simply issuing tickets. If a driver is pulled over for a headlight that is out, deputies will issue a warning and provide a voucher to help cover the cost of a replacement at a local NAPA Auto Parts store. The driver can then replace the headlight and show proof of the repair to the Towns County Sheriff's Office t

Hayesville Primary School has officially opened the application process for its PreK program for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. According to the school, PreK applications are now available for pickup at the Hayesville Primary School (HPS) office. Families can obtain the forms Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. To be eligible for the PreK program, a child must turn 4 years old on or before August 31st, 2026, and must be a resident of Clay County. "PreK

As North Carolina mountains burst into spring greenery, Clay County Fire and Rescue is reminding homeowners that yard work can do more than improve curb appeal — it can save lives by ensuring firefighters can reach properties quickly in an emergency. In a recent social media post, the department encouraged residents enjoying their spring cleaning to pay special attention to driveways and access paths. “We love seeing folks cleaning up limbs, brush, and getting things looking