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Former Gilmer paramedic honored for lifetime service
A former Gilmer County firefighter/paramedic was recently recognized for her extensive contributions to EMS training and programs at both the state and local levels.
AJC names McVey all-state
Gilmer High junior Jackson McVey was selected to a third Class 3A all-state first team.
FOGAS to present Woofstock pet party
Peace signs will be plentiful among pet owners and their pals when Friends of the Gilmer Animal Shelter (FOGAS) present their Woofstock pet party Saturday, April 13.
Car club gets rolling with cruise-ins
Ellijay’s charitable car club will be lining up the hot rods and popping the hoods when the club’s run of spring/summer cruise-ins gets rolling this week.
‘Ghost Army’ recognized in Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony
After a German army tank parked astride his foxhole one night during World War II, Sergeant Jack Stanley probably wondered about his prior decision to join the monumental conflict.
Earth Day Fair returns to River Park April 20
The Earth Day Fair sponsored by Coosawattee River Resort (CRR) will return to Ellijay’s River Park Saturday, April 20, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Earth Day is observed the following Monday, April 22.
Problems with courthouse HVAC
Gilmer County Commissioners have authorized an emergency expenditure of $685,000 to fix the control system for the HVAC system at the courthouse.
Court finds Pritchard violated Georgia voting law
A prominent Georgia Republican began calling for Brian K. Pritchard to step down from his post in the state party following a finding he violated Georgia voting laws.
Gilmer County hit by ransomware attack
Gilmer County government offices are working through a ransomware attack which hit their computer system last week.