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Community Thanksgiving Feast

Community Thanksgiving Feast

Community Thanksgiving feast returning to First Baptist

News Staff
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
A community Thanksgiving feast that’s been on hold the past two years will return to the Ellijay First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall Saturday, Nov. 19. The early Thanksgiving dinner presented by Faith, Hope and Charity will last from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. “We will be serving until the food runs out.
Cadet Chief Master Sgt. Blake Roach, of Ellijay’s Civil Air Patrol 507th squadron, stands as part of a color guard while the Gilmer High School Chorus performs at last year’s community Veterans Day program.

Cadet Chief Master Sgt. Blake Roach, of Ellijay’s Civil Air Patrol 507th squadron, stands as part of a color guard while the Gilmer High School Chorus performs at last year’s community Veterans Day program.

Veterans Day parade, program moves to GHS gym due to inclement weather

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Friday, November 11, 2022
**Due to rain, Gilmer County's community Veterans Day program will be held at the Gilmer High School Gym today. There will be no parade. The program will start at 11 a.m. Those participating in the event should be in place by 10:30 a.m.
Happy Veterans Day!

Happy Veterans Day!

Saluting Our Veterans

News Staff
Friday, November 11, 2022
This patriotic special section features photos of Gilmer County veterans, past and present, as well as patriotic advertisements from area businesses and individuals, expressing love and support for our local veterans. Click here to view our Salute to Veterans!
Rep. David Ralston

Rep. David Ralston

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Ralston steps back as Speaker

Andy Ashurst - Publisher
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Speaker David Ralston announced he will not seek the nomination for Speaker of the House for the 2023-2024 legislative session. He will still serve as the State Representative for the 7th House district for the 2023-2024 legislative session if elected in the November election.
Mark Queen, left, turns in his ballot printout and gets a voter sticker from poll worker Linda Rogers at the Ellijay North polling place, the Coosawattee Shrine Club, Tuesday morning.

Mark Queen, left, turns in his ballot printout and gets a voter sticker from poll worker Linda Rogers at the Ellijay North polling place, the Coosawattee Shrine Club, Tuesday morning.

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Early voting ‘more than normal’ for midterm election

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
As voters took to the polls to cast their ballots Tuesday, almost 8,000 Gilmer County residents had already voted early in the 2022 midterm election either in person or by mail. As of Monday afternoon, Gilmer County’s final numbers for early voting, which started Oct. 17 and ended Nov.
Vietnam veteran Ray Postell in the Ellijay shop he owns and operates, North Georgia Computer Brokers.

Vietnam veteran Ray Postell in the Ellijay shop he owns and operates, North Georgia Computer Brokers.

Veterans Day 2022

Mark Millican - Special to the Times-Courier
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
After Ray Postell arrived in Vietnam, a sergeant called out his name along with several others and told them they would be going on temporary duty to Saigon to unload ships.
The Gilmer County Board of Education was recognized by the state as a 2022 Quality Board. From left, are board members Michael Parks, Joe Pflueger, superintendent Dr. Brian Ridley, chairman Ronald Watkins, vice chairman Doug Pritchett and Michael Bramlett.

The Gilmer County Board of Education was recognized by the state as a 2022 Quality Board. From left, are board members Michael Parks, Joe Pflueger, superintendent Dr. Brian Ridley, chairman Ronald Watkins, vice chairman Doug Pritchett and Michael Bramlett.

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Gilmer BoE recognized by state

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
The Gilmer County Board of Education has been recognized by the state for the second year in a row. The Georgia School Board Association (GSBA)recognized Gilmer the distinction of a “2022 Quality School Board.
Times-Courier

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East Ellijay unchanged in subdivision road access request

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
The East Ellijay City Council and Mayor Mack West remain unchanged in their decision to not give road access to a subdivision being planned off Progress Road. West and councilmembers previously reviewed plans for the Gilmer Village subdivision in July.
Gary McVey, Ellijay-Gilmer County Water and Sewerage Authority director, third from left, accepts a $500,000 OneGeorgia Equity Grant from Christopher Nunn, Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) commissioner. Also pictured are Georgia State Representative Penny Houston, left, and Gina Webb, of Georgia DCA, right.

Gary McVey, Ellijay-Gilmer County Water and Sewerage Authority director, third from left, accepts a $500,000 OneGeorgia Equity Grant from Christopher Nunn, Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) commissioner. Also pictured are Georgia State Representative Penny Houston, left, and Gina Webb, of Georgia DCA, right.

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Sewer service transfer rate established

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Ellijay-Gilmer County Water and Sewerage Authority (EGCWSA) board members approved a new sewer service transfer rate for residential developments when meeting Friday, Oct 28.
Marlin Brackett

Marlin Brackett

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Brackett and band bringing ‘eclectic Americana’ sounds to playhouse

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
The music made by Ellijay singer/songwriter Marlin Brackett is a little bit country and a little bit rock ‘n’ roll, as well as a little bit bluegrass, folk, blues and several other styles under the wide umbrella of Americana.