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New school safety plan issued across the state

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
State officials are rolling out a new school safety plan that will impact how the Gilmer County School System manages threats in the future. Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns unveiled the plan last week, along with Majority Leader Chuck Efstration, Rep.
From left to right, club ambassadors Ava Williamson, Nancy Perez, Kendall Messer and Faith Dotson highlight the pet portraits they are currently working on.

From left to right, club ambassadors Ava Williamson, Nancy Perez, Kendall Messer and Faith Dotson highlight the pet portraits they are currently working on.

Kindness Club raises money for Gilmer Animal Shelter

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Local elementary students are spreading the message that “it’s cool to be kind” and raising money for animals in need with a pet portrait fundraiser.  A display in the hall at Mountain View Elementary showcases some of the Kindness Club’s pet portraits for teachers.
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East Ellijay officer resigns

Andy Ashurst - Publisher
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
An East Ellijay police officer resigned prior to the conclusion of an investigation into him being shot while off duty. East Ellijay Public Safety Director Larry Callahan made the announcement Monday morning, Feb. 10. The resignation was effective immediately. Sgt.
Attendees were up and dancing after enjoying a catered meal by Tram Taylor with Mountain Views Artisanal.

Attendees were up and dancing after enjoying a catered meal by Tram Taylor with Mountain Views Artisanal.

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Honored guests and volunteers get groovy at “Night to Shine”

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Beaming smiles from ear to ear were all that could be seen on the faces of honored guests and volunteers at this year’s “Night to Shine.” “Night to Shine,” started by the Tim Tebow Foundation, is a movement and celebratory event to honor people with special needs.  Dr.
Ronald Richardson, a vendor at Gilmer High School, has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of sexual exploitation of children. (Photo courtesy of Gilmer County Sheriff’s Office)

Ronald Richardson, a vendor at Gilmer High School, has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of sexual exploitation of children. (Photo courtesy of Gilmer County Sheriff’s Office)

GCSO investigates AI child pornography case

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
The Gilmer County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a child pornography case, where the suspect allegedly used artificial intelligence to alter images of students to be sexually explicit.
The Abercrombies break ground on where their new three-bed, two-bath home will be along Roberts Ridge Road in Ellijay.

The Abercrombies break ground on where their new three-bed, two-bath home will be along Roberts Ridge Road in Ellijay.

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Habitat for Humanity breaks ground on new home for family

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
A family of four will be the homeowners of Habitat for Humanity’s (HFH) latest build in Gilmer County. With hard hats on and shovels in hand, a groundbreaking ceremony took place Saturday, at the 1-acre lot location on Roberts Ridge Road in Ellijay.
Seniors Stephen Long and Deacon Shull tie for STAR student. They each are awarded a scholarship by Sam Burrell of the Ellijay Lions Club. Hannah DeBoard was named Shull’s STAR teacher. Long named Rodney Thurman, now retired, as his STAR teacher.

Seniors Stephen Long and Deacon Shull tie for STAR student. They each are awarded a scholarship by Sam Burrell of the Ellijay Lions Club. Hannah DeBoard was named Shull’s STAR teacher. Long named Rodney Thurman, now retired, as his STAR teacher.

GHS STAR students, teachers announced

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
There was a tie this year for Gilmer High School’s STAR recipients. Two students and two teachers have been awarded the academic honor. Seniors Deacon Shull and Stephen Long earned the recognition. The tied winners were announced at Friday morning’s student meetings on campus.