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Rep. Brad Thomas speaking on the House floor in January. (Photo courtesy of the GA House of Representatives)

Rep. Brad Thomas speaking on the House floor in January. (Photo courtesy of the GA House of Representatives)

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Local charges highlight legislation

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
A local case, where a man allegedly used normal pictures to create AI-generated child pornography, highlights Georgia lawmakers’ efforts to pass companion bills during this year’s legislative session, working to protect people from this type of crime.
Gilmer County Fire and Rescue rescues Lt. Riggs and makes him their official mascot. (Photos courtesy of Gilmer County Fire and Rescue)

Gilmer County Fire and Rescue rescues Lt. Riggs and makes him their official mascot. (Photos courtesy of Gilmer County Fire and Rescue)

A new lieutenant’s in town

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
A new “leash” on life has been given to a dog, whose owner died in a house fire. Gilmer County Fire and Rescue adopted him and made him part of the team.  With her compassion for canines, Sgt. Katherine Evans, took the orphaned dog into her care.
Timbuktu Convenience Store is located on S. Main St.

Timbuktu Convenience Store is located on S. Main St.

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Tricky burglaries at Ellijay convenience stores

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Multiple convenience stores in Ellijay have taken financial blows after being burglarized, both within the past month. Repairs made to the hole suspects cut into the wall to break into the store.
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SPLOST up for renewal this year

Andy Ashurst - Publisher
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
It is time for Gilmer County to renew the SPLOST which pays for bond debt. Gilmer County Chair Charlie Paris told the board at the work session meeting March 18 and the regular meeting March 19 the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) is set to sunset this year.
GCFR Battalion Chief Terence Evans shows the interior of their new ambulance.

GCFR Battalion Chief Terence Evans shows the interior of their new ambulance.

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Two brand-new ambulances in service

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Gilmer County Fire and Rescue now has two brand new ambulances in service to help save lives in the community. Division Chief of EMS Will Sergent said it’s been a long time coming, after manufacturing issues caused serious delays.
GCSS Superintendent Dr. Brian Ridley speaks at Gilmer citizens forum Saturday, March 15, at the American Legion.

GCSS Superintendent Dr. Brian Ridley speaks at Gilmer citizens forum Saturday, March 15, at the American Legion.

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GCSS mentorship discussed at forum

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Gilmer County Schools is looking for more mentors to help develop high school student’s soft skills and inspire them to reach their goals. Gilmer County Schools Superintendent Dr.
The home on McCrary Court engulfed in flames around 10 a.m. Saturday, March 8. (Photo courtesy of Jan Stewart)

The home on McCrary Court engulfed in flames around 10 a.m. Saturday, March 8. (Photo courtesy of Jan Stewart)

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House fire destroys everything 

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
A couple in their 60s lived in a home on McCrary Court, off Turniptown Road, for more than a decade, until a week and a half ago, when it burned to the ground.
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Extreme weekend weather leaves minimal impact to Gilmer County

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes ripped through the South over the weekend, but the storms weakened as they moved through Georgia, with no injuries and minimal damage reported in Gilmer. The storms left dozens dead before reaching the state, according to National Public Radio.
U. S. Army Private John Logan Nelson, of Ellijay, age 20, was killed in action in Germany during World War II on March 17, 1945, 80 years ago last Monday. (Find A Grave photo)

U. S. Army Private John Logan Nelson, of Ellijay, age 20, was killed in action in Germany during World War II on March 17, 1945, 80 years ago last Monday. (Find A Grave photo)

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World War II casualty Nelson died 80 years ago this week

Mark Millican - Special to the Times-Courier
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
When John Logan Nelson tried to enlist in the U.S. Army during World War II, he failed the physical. However, Nelson didn’t give up and was finally accepted into military service, according to a family member.