Elberton Police Department

10/01/2026

🎉 It's Homecoming time!

Come out and support our students at the Homecoming Parade and Pep Rally on the Square tonight at 6:30 PM. We look forward to seeing our community come together for this exciting event.

Please be aware that minor traffic delays are expected around the Square beginning at 6:00 PM.

📍 Map/photo is for reference purposes only and is not drawn to scale.

07/30/2026

Please slow down and remember, the kids start back to school tomorrow! Wishing the students, teachers, and staff of the Elbert County School System the best of luck!

In this example below, the 2-Lane is most any side street in Elberton, and College Avenue and Elbert Street are examples of the Multi-Lane (Paved Across).

Elbert County Comprehensive High School
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07/03/2026

Remember over the next few nights to be courtesy! 🚒🧯😴💤🛌 City Of Elberton Fire Dept

06/13/2026

Come join us and celebrate the Juneteenth parade and festival on the Elberton Square.

06/09/2026

🚨 Community Alert 🚨

The Elberton Police Department has received multiple reports and video evidence of individuals unlawfully entering vehicles in neighborhoods throughout the city. These incidents appear to involve juveniles and are currently under active investigation.

Based on the video evidence obtained, it is only a matter of time before those responsible are identified and held accountable.

In the meantime, we strongly encourage all residents to take the following precautions:
• Lock your vehicle doors at all times
• Remove valuables from your vehicle
• Report any suspicious activity immediately
Your vigilance can help prevent further incidents and keep our community safe.

If you have any information related to these cases, please contact the Elberton Police Department.

02/09/2026

01/25/2026

🚨 Court Cancellation Notice 🚨

Elberton Municipal Court scheduled for Monday, January 26, 2026 is cancelled due to the City of Elberton being closed because of inclement weather.

Defendants may call Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 706-213-3130 to reschedule, or you will receive a letter in the mail with your new court date.

Please stay safe!

01/09/2026

Just a reminder that the Twilight Stroll by the GRANITE BOWL is tonight. The race will affect parts of the south side of the City. Please travel safely!

01/02/2026

Walk for Peace update!

01-02-26 09:20
Press Release: For Immediate Release

This morning, the Walk for Peace Journey Coordinator notified Elbert County Emergency Services that the Walk will now travel through Columbia, South Carolina. Due to this routing change, the group’s course has shifted south, and they will no longer be passing through Elbert County.

Elbert County Emergency Services, along with the City of Elberton and Elbert County Government, expressed the community’s appreciation for the advance notice and extended best wishes for the participants’ health and safety as they continue their journey.

01/01/2026

Shhhhhh……