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Becky Griffin, of the UGA Extension Service Mountain Research and Education Center in Blairsville, will present a workshop on how to grow milkweed and the benefits of the native plant in an upcoming Master Gardeners program at the Gilmer County Library.

Becky Griffin, of the UGA Extension Service Mountain Research and Education Center in Blairsville, will present a workshop on how to grow milkweed and the benefits of the native plant in an upcoming Master Gardeners program at the Gilmer County Library.

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Master Gardeners to host milkweed workshop

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
The Gilmer County Master Gardeners will welcome a guest speaker to give a full tutorial on a native plant that’s beneficial to butterfly and firefly populations at one of the UGA Extension-sponsored group’s upcoming free programs.
Construction of an Aldi supermarket in East Ellijay nears completion, but the opening of the store could be delayed due to the long wait time for a power transformer.

Construction of an Aldi supermarket in East Ellijay nears completion, but the opening of the store could be delayed due to the long wait time for a power transformer.

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Transformer shortage could delay openings

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
The opening of an Aldi supermarket in East Ellijay could be delayed due to the unavailability of a crucial piece of equipment needed to supply power to the store.  A three-phase transformer, which is used by larger facilities, will be needed to suit the store’s electrical consumption.
Gilmer County Road Crew Supervisor Ronnie Chadwick takes a look at Evans Road after creek waters came up over it during a heavy storm last week.

Gilmer County Road Crew Supervisor Ronnie Chadwick takes a look at Evans Road after creek waters came up over it during a heavy storm last week.

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County roads escaped much storm damage

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Gilmer County’s roads and bridges did not take too much of a pounding from a storm that brought a deluge of rain and heavy winds Tuesday, Jan. 9.  “We were exceptionally lucky this go-round. We’ve had instances in the past where we’ve had multiple blowouts.
Head coach Jordan Hice became the Bobcats’ all-time basketball wins leader with 167 when Gilmer High defeated West Hall last Friday. Hice is congratulated by dad Gene Hice, who previously held the record with 166.

Head coach Jordan Hice became the Bobcats’ all-time basketball wins leader with 167 when Gilmer High defeated West Hall last Friday. Hice is congratulated by dad Gene Hice, who previously held the record with 166.

‘Like father, like son’

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
The Hice family sits atop the Gilmer High School basketball coaching record book.  Last Friday marked an historic night for the boys basketball program when Jordan Hice earned his 167th win as the Bobcats’ head coach.
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Commissioners wade through loaded calendar to begin year

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Gilmer County commissioners authorized the purchase of a fire truck as part of a loaded calendar of items. A split vote was taken to purchase the truck with Post Commissioner Hubert Parker voting against the acquisition. The discussion ranged over a special called meeting Jan.
Fort Mountain State Park hosted the annual Black Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, with 159 registered for the brief dip into the lake. Air temperature was 33 degrees with a 15-20 mph wind, according to a park spokesperson. Around 400 people attended overall. (Photo by Benny Huggins of Chatsworth)

Fort Mountain State Park hosted the annual Black Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, with 159 registered for the brief dip into the lake. Air temperature was 33 degrees with a 15-20 mph wind, according to a park spokesperson. Around 400 people attended overall. (Photo by Benny Huggins of Chatsworth)

Hundreds turn out for Black Bear Plunge

News Staff
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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Storm closes schools, knocks out power

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
About this time last year, the county was barely thawed out from a single-digit deep freeze over Christmas week.  It was warmer temperatures coupled with heavy rain and wind that made for dangerous weather conditions Tuesday Jan. 9.
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GCSS needs bus drivers

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Transportation is a vital need of every school district, and Gilmer is experiencing a bus driver shortage. The topic was discussed at the Gilmer County Board of Education’s December work session.
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Sosebee to be superior court judge

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Gov. Brian Kemp has announced that Alison Sosebee, district attorney for the Appalachian Judicial Circuit, will fill the vacancy for a third superior court judge in the three-county court circuit.  Sosebee has been the Appalachian circuit’s DA since 2013.
Departing Gilmer Animal Shelter Director Daniel Laukka, right, is pictured with Kelly Pickering, who will begin work as the animal shelter’s new director this week.

Departing Gilmer Animal Shelter Director Daniel Laukka, right, is pictured with Kelly Pickering, who will begin work as the animal shelter’s new director this week.

Laukka leaves legacy with animal shelter

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
The unwanted pets of Gilmer County are losing an ally whose leadership brought needed changes and improvements to the local animal shelter.  Daniel Laukka, the shelter’s director for the past nine years, recently offered his resignation, which will take effect Jan. 5.