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GCSS distributes over 14K meals through 2 weeks

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
The Gilmer County School System's meal program continues to thrive over the summer as youth are receiving much-needed nutrition.Patricia Partin is the GCSS’s director of nutrition, and she provided an update on the program at last Monday’s board of education work session.
North Georgia Mountains History Center President Jan Murphy cuts the ribbon on her museum with the support of her board members and the Gilmer Chamber of Commerce.

North Georgia Mountains History Center President Jan Murphy cuts the ribbon on her museum with the support of her board members and the Gilmer Chamber of Commerce.

North Georgia Mountains History Center celebrates ribbon cutting

Jackson Elliott - Reporter
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
With a flash of scissors, the North Georgia Mountains History Center (NGMHC) made some history of its own at its ribbon cutting ceremony.The event, hosted by the Gilmer Chamber of Commerce, celebrated the museum’s successful opening.
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East Ellijay City Council sets new millage rate

Jackson Elliott - Reporter
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
In their Wednesday, June 17 meeting, East Ellijay City Council members voted to keep the city’s millage rate the same as last year.Their vote for a continued 3.0 millage rate was unanimous. They also voted to waive collecting these taxes during the year 2026 and 2027.
Karen Tolson takes a tender moment with Jasper the donkey at the Blair Haven Farm Equine Rescue and Sanctuary’s Equine and Wine event.

Karen Tolson takes a tender moment with Jasper the donkey at the Blair Haven Farm Equine Rescue and Sanctuary’s Equine and Wine event.

Equine and Wine fundraiser brings in $4,500

Jackson Elliott - Reporter
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Looking into a horse’s eyes is like nothing else.“The way they look at you and through you, you can see everything about them through their eyes,” Blair Haven Farm Equine Rescue and Sanctuary President Renae Blair said.
United Community Bank Chief Security Officer Jay Rajaee speaks on scams at a Gilmer Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Thursday, June 11.

United Community Bank Chief Security Officer Jay Rajaee speaks on scams at a Gilmer Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Thursday, June 11.

United Community Bank gives scam protection tips

Jackson Elliott - Reporter
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
We live in the golden age of swindles.According to a talk from the United Community Bank (UCB) given at the Thursday, June 11 Gilmer Chamber of Commerce luncheon, online theft and fraud is out of control.
Gilmer Community Food Pantry Director Adam Pilkinton, left, receives $1,000 from Gilmer Pickleball Club President Eddie McDonald, right.

Gilmer Community Food Pantry Director Adam Pilkinton, left, receives $1,000 from Gilmer Pickleball Club President Eddie McDonald, right.

Gilmer Pickleball Club hosts first charity tournament

Jackson Elliott - Reporter
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Sometimes when you’re in a pickle, you need a pickleball club to help you out.That’s why the Gilmer Pickleball Club has raised $3,000 for local nonprofits.“It gives us a lot of pride to give back that money to the community where it’s needed,” said the club’s Secretary Lori Smailes.