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Ellijay Farmers and Artisans Market volunteers Ginny Bellinato, Lynn Robey, Chris Cleberg and Betty Sammis were in the holiday spirit during last year’s Christmas in July.

Ellijay Farmers and Artisans Market volunteers Ginny Bellinato, Lynn Robey, Chris Cleberg and Betty Sammis were in the holiday spirit during last year’s Christmas in July.

Christmas in July planned at farmers market

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
The Ellijay Farmers and Artisans Market will soon welcome back a festive summertime event. The market will hold its annual Christmas in July from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 27.
Taking part in Gilmer Fire and Rescue’s second new recruit training academy are Glen Ballard, Luke Cain, Kingston Collier, Bryson Childers, Jacob Goss, Isaiah Rooks, Scott Herring, Tim Allison, Zachary Dad and Dalton House.

Taking part in Gilmer Fire and Rescue’s second new recruit training academy are Glen Ballard, Luke Cain, Kingston Collier, Bryson Childers, Jacob Goss, Isaiah Rooks, Scott Herring, Tim Allison, Zachary Dad and Dalton House.

Gilmer Fire recruit academy brings 14 new employees to roster

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Gilmer Fire and Rescue (GFR) added 14 new first responders to the ranks with its second new recruit training academy. The almost nine-month program wrapped in May, followed by graduation for the new emergency response personnel.
Recent changes to the traffic environment of downtown Ellijay include a no parking zone extending from North Avenue to the roundabout, below, and barricades to allow for curing of a newly poured crosswalk, above.

Recent changes to the traffic environment of downtown Ellijay include a no parking zone extending from North Avenue to the roundabout, below, and barricades to allow for curing of a newly poured crosswalk, above.

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No parking, crosswalk curing on River Street

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Recent changes in getting around downtown Ellijay include turning a line of parallel parking spaces on River Street into a no parking zone and temporary barricades put up to protect a newly repaired crosswalk at the intersection of River Street and North Avenue.
Chipotle is expected to open an East Ellijay location in the former Krystal restaurant on Highland Crossing.

Chipotle is expected to open an East Ellijay location in the former Krystal restaurant on Highland Crossing.

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Chipotle looking at East Ellijay location

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
It looks like Chipotle might be the next restaurant chain to set up shop in East Ellijay.  The fast Mexican grill dining chain has expressed interest in the former Krystal location at 124 Highland Crossing, confirmed Larry Callahan, of the East Ellijay Planning and Zoning office.
Author Nan Flickinger and illustrator Savannah Plumley

Author Nan Flickinger and illustrator Savannah Plumley

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Children’s book has Ellijay apple theme

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
A retired teacher turned author uses Ellijay’s apple heritage for the backdrop of her first children’s book.  The title character of “Ellie J’s Apples” is 6-year-old Ellie J. Marsh, who lives on an apple orchard in Gilmer County, said author Nan Flickinger.
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Seamless Summer meal program back for July

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
The Gilmer County School System has provided meals at no cost as the Seamless Summer feeding program enters its second month. Breakfast and lunch are available Monday through Thursday at six locations throughout the county and are open to those who are 18 years old and younger.
George Weaver

George Weaver

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Weaver leaves legacy in legal community

Andy Ashurst - Publisher
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
\Attorney George W. Weaver, who served as the first district attorney for the Appalachian Judicial Circuit, died following a battle with leukemia. Weaver was the husband of Appalachian Chief Judge Brenda S. Weaver. Gilmer County is part of the Appalachian Judicial District.
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Paving to start soon on downtown water line project

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
A water line installation project that covered much of downtown Ellijay is wrapping up, and drivers will be glad to know that paving the remaining rough spots is among the final tasks.