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Mack Cain, of CPL Architecture, discusses a 10-year master plan for possible future improvements to Harrison Park.

Mack Cain, of CPL Architecture, discusses a 10-year master plan for possible future improvements to Harrison Park.

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Ellijay council hears architect discuss Harrison Park master plan

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Monday, November 23, 2020
Prior to a Nov. 16 meeting of the Ellijay City Council, three councilmembers and Mayor Al Hoyle heard a presentation from a landscape architect who designed the recently completed 10-year master plan for downtown’s Harrison Park.
Tracey Teague, pictured with husband, Bobby and Probate Judge Scott Chastain, during her swearing-in ceremony.

Tracey Teague, pictured with husband, Bobby and Probate Judge Scott Chastain, during her swearing-in ceremony.

Tracey Teague appointed associate probate judge

News Staff
Monday, November 23, 2020
Tracey A. Teague has been officially appointed as the Associate Probate Judge of Gilmer County. She will assume that new role Jan 1, 2021.
Scott Chastain, Gilmer County Probate Judge

Scott Chastain, Gilmer County Probate Judge

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Chastain advocates for election board

Andy Ashurst - Publisher
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Gilmer County’s probate judge wants to remove elections oversight from his list of duties. Probate Judge Scott Chastain made his pitch to the Gilmer County’s commissioners during the free speech part of their Nov. 12 meeting.
Chief Registrar, Tammy Watkins, discusses count procedure with Joe Strickland and Amanda Keith during the by-hand recount Friday, Nov. 13. Also pictured, Austin Watkins (far right) and Jacob Brooks.

Chief Registrar, Tammy Watkins, discusses count procedure with Joe Strickland and Amanda Keith during the by-hand recount Friday, Nov. 13. Also pictured, Austin Watkins (far right) and Jacob Brooks.

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Gilmer finishes election audit

Andy Ashurst - Publisher
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Georgia’s hand-counted audit of the president’s race in Gilmer County is over. Everything matched. “It is done,” said Gilmer County Chief Registrar Tammy Watkins. “Here in Gilmer County, ours was right on it.” Four tables of two counters each began the recount at 9 a.m.
From left, Gilmer County Commission Chairman Charlie Paris, East Ellijay City Planner Mack Wood, Wesley Henderson, of developers OneStone Outdoors and Gilmer Chamber Board Chairman Chris Wang break ground on the Talona Ridge RV Resort last week.

From left, Gilmer County Commission Chairman Charlie Paris, East Ellijay City Planner Mack Wood, Wesley Henderson, of developers OneStone Outdoors and Gilmer Chamber Board Chairman Chris Wang break ground on the Talona Ridge RV Resort last week.

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Ground broken on luxury RV resort

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Ground was officially broken last week at the site of a luxury RV resort under construction in East Ellijay. The Talona Ridge RV Resort will span an upper and lower level on 35 acres just off Eller Road.  “We’ve been working on this project for almost three years now.
Georgia’s agriculture and education departments kicked off the Vision 2020 at Gilmer High School last Thursday. Above, from left are Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives David Ralston and State School Nutrition Director Dr. Linette Dodson making their way through the service line to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal that featured Georgia-grown products.

Georgia’s agriculture and education departments kicked off the Vision 2020 at Gilmer High School last Thursday. Above, from left are Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives David Ralston and State School Nutrition Director Dr. Linette Dodson making their way through the service line to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal that featured Georgia-grown products.

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‘Vision 2020’ initiative celebrated in Gilmer County

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
The state kicked off its “Vision 2020” in Gilmer County last week. Gilmer High School was the site of the celebration Thursday and drew distinguished guests from Atlanta.
The Gilmer High School Chorus sings “America The Beautiful” under the direction of Hannah Carter.

The Gilmer High School Chorus sings “America The Beautiful” under the direction of Hannah Carter.

Rain, restrictions didn’t dampen Veterans Day program

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Guests from the local community and school system joined the Ellijay Lions in honoring Gilmer County’s veterans Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the Lions Club Fairgrounds.