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Rep. David Ralston

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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

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.

Megan Alexander, right, films a segment for her UPtv show “Small Town Christmas” with Mr. and Mrs. Semper Fi Santa, Jon and Michelle Vigue, at downtown Ellijay business Hometown Florist and Yesterday’s Decor. (Gilmer Chamber photos)

Episodes of two TV shows shot around county

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Segments that were recently filmed around Gilmer County for two TV programs will spotlight some of the county’s small businesses, applehouses, wineries and other attractions.

Regular season wraps up Friday vs. White County

News Staff

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Gilmer halfback Mason Smith (14) gets behind his blockers, and the Bobcats will host White County Friday for senior night. For an explanation of the Bobcats’ postseason outlook, see Sports 1B.

Ryland Shook is shown with her goat, Joey. Ginny and Mark Cummings with their goats, Nibbles and Millie. Nibbles was named first-place winner in the Sunday, Oct. 23, goat beauty pageant.

Glamorous goats

News Staff

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Goats and goat owners competed in two goat beauty pageants held both days of the recent Dancing Goats Folkfest at River Park. Contributed photos by Jennifer Fontenot, Ernie Taylor