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Angel Eaton, left, receives back her Elf on the Shelf, Gumdrop, along with a bag of goodies from Deputy Stacey Weaver, right.

Angel Eaton, left, receives back her Elf on the Shelf, Gumdrop, along with a bag of goodies from Deputy Stacey Weaver, right.

Deputies arrest local Elf on the Shelf

Jackson Elliott - Reporter
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
“Gumdrop” is a funny name for a criminal, but that’s who the Gilmer County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) arrested on Halloween this year. “It means a lot to me to be able to do stuff like this for the community,” GCSO Deputy Stacey Weaver said.
Salvation Army Major Ken Chapman is looking for donors and volunteers to bring Salvation Army help to Gilmer County.

Salvation Army Major Ken Chapman is looking for donors and volunteers to bring Salvation Army help to Gilmer County.

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The Salvation Army looks to open in Gilmer

Jackson Elliott - Reporter
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
One man hopes to bring Salvation Army charity to Gilmer County, and he’s looking for your help. Retired Salvation Army Major Ken Chapman has spent the last 16 years working for the Salvation Army as an ordained minister.
A family rushes into the Ellijay Lions Club’s Holiday Lights of Ellijay 2025. Thousands of Christmas lights made the event special. Shown from left are Jetson Feidler, Sara Mabe and Eyla Mabe.

A family rushes into the Ellijay Lions Club’s Holiday Lights of Ellijay 2025. Thousands of Christmas lights made the event special. Shown from left are Jetson Feidler, Sara Mabe and Eyla Mabe.

Gilmer County celebrates Christmas

Jackson Elliott - Reporter
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
The weather may be cold, but hearts in Gilmer are warm. During the Christmas season, many local institutions take time to raise charity funds, entertain county residents and otherwise celebrate the Christmas season. Here are some Christmas events you can attend in the upcoming season.
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Watchful citizens dodge scams

Jackson Elliott - Reporter
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Some Gilmer citizens recently saved themselves and others from theft by staying vigilant. In one case, the alleged criminal had a trustworthy reference, a local phone number and a valid account order. But it wasn’t enough to trick Josh Gonzalez of Appalachian Supply.
Ellijay Lions Club Lion Tamer Jim Harding collects donations from passing drivers for the club’s White Christmas fundraiser.

Ellijay Lions Club Lion Tamer Jim Harding collects donations from passing drivers for the club’s White Christmas fundraiser.

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Ellijay Lions Club gathers Christmas donations

Jackson Elliott - Reporter
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Even on damp, cold days, the Ellijay Lions Club is motivated by members’ commitment to helping others.  “It’s for the families,” Lion Tamer Jim Harding said. “It’s for the children of Gilmer County.
An unidentified volunteer places a wreath at the grave of Major Benjamin Andrin Moeller, a U.S. Marine in World War I. (Wreaths Across America photo)

An unidentified volunteer places a wreath at the grave of Major Benjamin Andrin Moeller, a U.S. Marine in World War I. (Wreaths Across America photo)

Wreaths Across America ceremony Saturday

News Staff
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
The first-ever Wreaths Across America ceremony in Ellijay will take place Saturday, Dec. 13, at noon in the City Cemetery. The program honors deceased veterans by the placing wreaths on their gravesites around the country.