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Attendees enjoy a 2019 “Polar Express” Christmas party at the Ellijay American Legion.

Attendees enjoy a 2019 “Polar Express” Christmas party at the Ellijay American Legion.

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American Legion to continue Christmas toy program in drive-thru format

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Ellijay’s Ira Cochran American Legion Post 82 will continue an annual holiday program that provides presents for local children, although it will be presented in a different format this year.
Cooper Rollins, right, enjoys his Santa time with grandparents Bobbie and Glen Goldman.

Cooper Rollins, right, enjoys his Santa time with grandparents Bobbie and Glen Goldman.

People and pets enjoy Santa time

News Staff
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Kids, adults and family pets were able to let Santa know what’s on their Christmas lists during a recent fundraiser for Friends of the Gilmer Animal Shelter (FOGAS), at which Mr. and Mrs. Semper Fi Santa (Jon and Michelle Vigue) set up for photos and visits on the Gilmer Welcome Center lawn. 
Mr. & Mrs. Clause (Jeff and Susan Ellington) and the Grinch (Rozier Wingate) take a festive stroll through downtown Ellijay Thursday, Dec. 3.

Mr. & Mrs. Clause (Jeff and Susan Ellington) and the Grinch (Rozier Wingate) take a festive stroll through downtown Ellijay Thursday, Dec. 3.

Locals feeling festive

April Teague - Staff
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Mr. & Mrs. Claus (Jeff and Susan Ellington) and the Grinch (Rozier Wingate) take a festive stroll through downtown Ellijay Thursday, Dec. 3.
Times-Courier

Times-Courier

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Money meets the road department

Andy Ashurst - Publisher
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Gilmer County commissioners will hold public comment on the 2021 proposed budget for the county which is heavy on money for road and bridge repair. “The big thing about this year’s budget is what we are going to give the road department,” said Gilmer County Chair Charlie Paris.
Linda Ewing,center, presents a donation check to Apple Country Auto Club members Judith Burgess, Jim Logan, Andrew Miller and Ronnie Prater. The funds will be donated to several local nonprofits and organizations, which is a year-end tradition for the car club.

Linda Ewing,center, presents a donation check to Apple Country Auto Club members Judith Burgess, Jim Logan, Andrew Miller and Ronnie Prater. The funds will be donated to several local nonprofits and organizations, which is a year-end tradition for the car club.

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Temporary slowdown hasn’t stalled car club’s charitable efforts

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
The almost yearlong COVID-19 pandemic may still be having an adverse affect on how the Apple Country Auto Club holds events, but that doesn’t mean the long-standing group of automobile enthusiasts isn’t functioning.
New ambulance recently put into service by Gilmer County Public Safety.

New ambulance recently put into service by Gilmer County Public Safety.

New ambulance in service

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Pictured is a new ambulance recently put into service by Gilmer County Public Safety. Purchased through CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security) Act funding, the 2020 Type 1 Wheeled Coach ambulance sets on an F-450 4x4 chassis.
Abby Dotson

Abby Dotson

Spreading Christmas cheer

News Staff
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Young artist Abby Dotson is pictured beside her Christmas mural that decorates the front window of the Faith, Hope and Charity Recycle Store at 449 Industrial Boulevard. Earlier this year, Dotson also created several inspirational murals at the thrift store and other locations in town. 
Representatives of several local organizations and businesses have decorated Festival of Trees entries at the Gilmer County Library. Above, Pam Johnson, Karen Vitelli and Leslie Thomas, of the Gilmer Historical Society/Tabor House Museum.

Representatives of several local organizations and businesses have decorated Festival of Trees entries at the Gilmer County Library. Above, Pam Johnson, Karen Vitelli and Leslie Thomas, of the Gilmer Historical Society/Tabor House Museum.

Festival of Trees opens at Gilmer County Library

News Staff
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
A longstanding holiday program that follows the transition from the Thanksgiving to Christmas season will brighten the Gilmer County Library through December. However, its opening ceremony will not be held in its typical festive live setting this year.
From left, Caiden McCoy, Chelsea Parker and Jasmine Douglas rehearse a scene for GHS Theater’s upcoming one-act production, Goldilocks on Trial.

From left, Caiden McCoy, Chelsea Parker and Jasmine Douglas rehearse a scene for GHS Theater’s upcoming one-act production, Goldilocks on Trial.

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GHS Theater returns with Goldilocks on Trial

News Staff
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
The young actors and actresses of Gilmer High School Theater will have a chance to shine on stage before 2020 draws to a close. The school’s theater department will present Goldilocks on Trial Friday, Dec. 4-Sunday, Dec. 6.  Friday and Saturday shows start at 7 p.m. The Sunday show starts at 1 p.
Alex Thomerson

Alex Thomerson

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Gilmer County Library welcomes new branch manager

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
The Gilmer County Library recently welcomed new branch manager Alex Thomerson to lead day-to-day operations at the local branch of the Sequoyah Regional Library System.  Thomerson, who began work here Nov.