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Ken Martin celebrating his retirement after 17 years as the GCSS automotive instructor. (Courtesy of Vikki Martin)

Ken Martin celebrating his retirement after 17 years as the GCSS automotive instructor. (Courtesy of Vikki Martin)

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Leaving a legacy

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
When he was a student at Gilmer High School, Ken Martin learned the value of having teachers who are truly in your corner, which he strove for year after year with his own students in the automotive program.
GCSO Sheriff Stacy Nicholson, Probate Judge Scott Chastain and Chief Tax Appraiser Theresa Gooch

GCSO Sheriff Stacy Nicholson, Probate Judge Scott Chastain and Chief Tax Appraiser Theresa Gooch

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“Gilmer Strong:” Local officials leading the state

News Staff
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Some officials in Gilmer County aren’t just local leaders, they’re leading the entire state of Georgia as three individuals make their mark as president of their discipline’s organization.
Members of the Gilmer County Historical Society will once again be dressed in period costumes for this Saturday’s open house at the Tabor House Museum.

Members of the Gilmer County Historical Society will once again be dressed in period costumes for this Saturday’s open house at the Tabor House Museum.

Tabor House Museum open house is Saturday

News Staff
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
An open house at the Tabor House and Civil War Museum in downtown Ellijay this Saturday will feature Cherokee Indian history, items from early settler days and Civil War materials, among other memorabilia. The hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Braxton Burrell give a thumbs up after receiving his diploma at the Gilmer High School commencement ceremony held Friday, May 23, at Huff-Mosley Memorial Stadium.

Braxton Burrell give a thumbs up after receiving his diploma at the Gilmer High School commencement ceremony held Friday, May 23, at Huff-Mosley Memorial Stadium.

Thumbs up class of 2025

News Staff
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
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West assumes ‘chief’ title

Andy Ashurst - Publisher
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Gilmer County Fire and Rescue is changing the administrative hierarchy chart. It is a move prompted by the resignation of Daniel Kauffman as fire chief. “Sam [West] is going to be the public safety director/fire chief,” said Gilmer County Chair Charlie Paris.
Highway 52 will be named in honor of late House Speaker David Ralston, who was the longest-serving Republican Speaker in state history. (Courtesy of the Georgia House of Representatives)

Highway 52 will be named in honor of late House Speaker David Ralston, who was the longest-serving Republican Speaker in state history. (Courtesy of the Georgia House of Representatives)

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Road dedication to honor late Speaker David Ralston

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Georgia lawmakers are honoring House Speaker David Ralston, who passed away three years ago, by dedicating Hwy. 52 in his memory. State Rep. Rick Jasperse, R-Jasper, and state Sen.
Jack Thomas operating a ham radio in his home in Arlington, Va. (Courtesy of Patti Thomas)

Jack Thomas operating a ham radio in his home in Arlington, Va. (Courtesy of Patti Thomas)

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Man born and raised in Gilmer to celebrate his 102nd birthday

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Farmer, World War II Veteran, husband, father, air-traffic controller, hobbyist gardener; these are just some of the titles a Gilmer local has held over the course of more than a century. Now, Jack Thomas is turning 102. Patti Thomas with her parents, Jack and Margaret.
Author Jeff Shaw speaking at an authors forum hosted by Friends of the Gilmer County Library April 24.

Author Jeff Shaw speaking at an authors forum hosted by Friends of the Gilmer County Library April 24.

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County crawling with writers, community needed 

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Each and every person has a story to tell. Throughout the north Georgia mountains, countless writers have breathed life into their own tales by putting pen to paper, and one local author is working to bring those like-minded individuals together.
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East Ellijay council extends moratorium

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
East Ellijay will remain under a moratorium for deannexation and rezoning applications that was supposed to end next month. City council members voted to extend it at a meeting Wednesday, May 21.