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Gilmer High School Band celebrates win

Gilmer High School Band celebrates win

Gilmer High takes 1st at band competition

News Staff
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Gilmer High School Band attended the 15th annual Armuchee Invitational Marching Festival and Competition Oct. 8. In Class 3A, GHS finished first in band, color guard and percussion and was second in drum majors at the event.
Gary Stanley and his dog, Gollum, are pictured next to a dropoff box for pet food donations at the Gilmer Community Food Pantry.

Gary Stanley and his dog, Gollum, are pictured next to a dropoff box for pet food donations at the Gilmer Community Food Pantry.

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Helping keep dogs, cats fed and at home goal of pet food pantry

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
The Gilmer Community Food Pantry has long helped local residents and families in need of food. For the past couple of years, it’s also been helping some of the county’s pet owners by providing food for their dogs and cats.
From left, Gilmer County Commission Chairman Charlie Paris, Gilmer Parks and Rec. Director Kevan White and Ricky Ensley, of the Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission, are pictured next to one of the collection boxes being installed in a new storm water management system at River Park.

From left, Gilmer County Commission Chairman Charlie Paris, Gilmer Parks and Rec. Director Kevan White and Ricky Ensley, of the Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission, are pictured next to one of the collection boxes being installed in a new storm water management system at River Park.

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Storm water, erosion control focus of River Park project

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
A new storm water infiltration system at River Park will reduce erosion by redirecting storm water runoff in a section of the park near South Main Street.
The second weekend of the 51st annual Georgia Apple Festival saw 28,500 attending the event at the Lions Club Fairgrounds Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 15-16. Above, a parade through downtown Ellijay kicks off the second festival weekend.

The second weekend of the 51st annual Georgia Apple Festival saw 28,500 attending the event at the Lions Club Fairgrounds Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 15-16. Above, a parade through downtown Ellijay kicks off the second festival weekend.

Parade, 28K crowd on second festival weekend

News Staff
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Two big weekends for the 51st annual Georgia Apple Festival saw a total of 58,500 attend the event at the Lions Club Fairgrounds, which coincided with several other events around town including the Apple Country Auto Club’s Apple Classic Car Show, Apple Arts in downtown Ellijay and the Apple...
Voters lined up before the 8:30 a.m. opening of the registrar’s office Monday to cast their ballots before the Nov. 7 general election.

Voters lined up before the 8:30 a.m. opening of the registrar’s office Monday to cast their ballots before the Nov. 7 general election.

Early voting underway

Mark Millican - Special to the Times-Courier
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
The voter registrar’s office will also be open for two Saturdays, Oct. 22 & 29, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The last day of early voting is Friday, Nov. 4.
Ellijay Downtown Development Authority members listen to a presentation on possible cleanup areas and better downtown walkability from DDA member Keith Nunn. Pictured, from left, Josh Moyers, Nunn, Reece Sanford, Ellen Grant and Sarah Burnette.

Ellijay Downtown Development Authority members listen to a presentation on possible cleanup areas and better downtown walkability from DDA member Keith Nunn. Pictured, from left, Josh Moyers, Nunn, Reece Sanford, Ellen Grant and Sarah Burnette.

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DDA talks possible downtown cleanup areas

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
The Ellijay Downtown Development Authority (DDA) heard a presentation from one of its members about possible cleanup areas in downtown Ellijay, as well as the need for more walkability downtown, as the DDA met last Tuesday.
Appalachian Road Show will perform at the Ellijay First Baptist Church Fall Festival Halloween night. Pictured, from left: Darrell Webb, Jim VanCleve, Barry Abernathy, Todd Phillips and Zeb Snyder.

Appalachian Road Show will perform at the Ellijay First Baptist Church Fall Festival Halloween night. Pictured, from left: Darrell Webb, Jim VanCleve, Barry Abernathy, Todd Phillips and Zeb Snyder.

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Appalachian Road Show to perform at First Baptist Fall Festival

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
A Halloween homecoming is in store for an Ellijay musician who’s been traveling the country with bluegrass group Appalachian Road Show. The group, which includes Ellijay banjo player and singer Barry Abernathy, will perform at the Ellijay First Baptist Church Fall Festival Monday, Oct. 31.
Blood drive

Blood drive

Blood Drive Wednesday, Oct. 19

News Staff
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
We are having another blood drive! AirLife 3 and Gilmer County Fire Rescue are partnering with Blood Assurance to save lives. Join us Wednesday October 19th in Ellijay. The blood bus will be at Veterans Memorial Park from 10:00 - 3:00. Appointments are encouraged and can be made at www.
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Early voting starts Oct. 17

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Early voting for Georgia’s upcoming general election will begin Monday, Oct. 17. Gilmer County voters will head to the voter registrar’s office at 1 Broad Street, Suite 107, to cast their votes. Early voting times are: Monday-Friday, from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., and two Saturdays, Oct.
Drone photo by Robert Ferguson

Drone photo by Robert Ferguson

Strong start for Apple Festival

News Staff
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
The 51st annual Georgia Apple Festival enjoyed a strong first weekend at the Lions Club Fairgrounds. According to the Gilmer Chamber, a total of 30,000 attended Saturday and Sunday. The festival continues this Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 15-16, at the fairgrounds.