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The Gilmer County Board of Education was recognized by the state as a 2022 Quality Board. From left, are board members Michael Parks, Joe Pflueger, superintendent Dr. Brian Ridley, chairman Ronald Watkins, vice chairman Doug Pritchett and Michael Bramlett.

The Gilmer County Board of Education was recognized by the state as a 2022 Quality Board. From left, are board members Michael Parks, Joe Pflueger, superintendent Dr. Brian Ridley, chairman Ronald Watkins, vice chairman Doug Pritchett and Michael Bramlett.

Gilmer BoE recognized by state

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
The Gilmer County Board of Education has been recognized by the state for the second year in a row. The Georgia School Board Association (GSBA)recognized Gilmer the distinction of a “2022 Quality School Board.
Times-Courier

Times-Courier

East Ellijay unchanged in subdivision road access request

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
The East Ellijay City Council and Mayor Mack West remain unchanged in their decision to not give road access to a subdivision being planned off Progress Road. West and councilmembers previously reviewed plans for the Gilmer Village subdivision in July.
Gary McVey, Ellijay-Gilmer County Water and Sewerage Authority director, third from left, accepts a $500,000 OneGeorgia Equity Grant from Christopher Nunn, Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) commissioner. Also pictured are Georgia State Representative Penny Houston, left, and Gina Webb, of Georgia DCA, right.

Gary McVey, Ellijay-Gilmer County Water and Sewerage Authority director, third from left, accepts a $500,000 OneGeorgia Equity Grant from Christopher Nunn, Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) commissioner. Also pictured are Georgia State Representative Penny Houston, left, and Gina Webb, of Georgia DCA, right.

Sewer service transfer rate established

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Ellijay-Gilmer County Water and Sewerage Authority (EGCWSA) board members approved a new sewer service transfer rate for residential developments when meeting Friday, Oct 28.
Marlin Brackett

Marlin Brackett

Brackett and band bringing ‘eclectic Americana’ sounds to playhouse

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
The music made by Ellijay singer/songwriter Marlin Brackett is a little bit country and a little bit rock ‘n’ roll, as well as a little bit bluegrass, folk, blues and several other styles under the wide umbrella of Americana.
Megan Alexander, right, films a segment for her UPtv show “Small Town Christmas” with Mr. and Mrs. Semper Fi Santa, Jon and Michelle Vigue, at downtown Ellijay business Hometown Florist and Yesterday’s Decor. (Gilmer Chamber photos)

Megan Alexander, right, films a segment for her UPtv show “Small Town Christmas” with Mr. and Mrs. Semper Fi Santa, Jon and Michelle Vigue, at downtown Ellijay business Hometown Florist and Yesterday’s Decor. (Gilmer Chamber photos)

Episodes of two TV shows shot around county

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Segments that were recently filmed around Gilmer County for two TV programs will spotlight some of the county’s small businesses, applehouses, wineries and other attractions.
Regular season wraps up Friday vs. White County

Regular season wraps up Friday vs. White County

Regular season wraps up Friday vs. White County

News Staff
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Gilmer halfback Mason Smith (14) gets behind his blockers, and the Bobcats will host White County Friday for senior night. For an explanation of the Bobcats’ postseason outlook, see Sports 1B.
Ryland Shook is shown with her goat, Joey. Ginny and Mark Cummings with their goats, Nibbles and Millie. Nibbles was named first-place winner in the Sunday, Oct. 23,  goat beauty pageant.

Ryland Shook is shown with her goat, Joey. Ginny and Mark Cummings with their goats, Nibbles and Millie. Nibbles was named first-place winner in the Sunday, Oct. 23,  goat beauty pageant.

Glamorous goats

News Staff
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Goats and goat owners competed in two goat beauty pageants held both days of the recent Dancing Goats Folkfest at River Park. Contributed photos by Jennifer Fontenot, Ernie Taylor
Bigfoot gets some safety tips from the Ellijay Police Department's Capt. Ray Grace and officers Brian Stafford and Caleb Hensley. 

Bigfoot gets some safety tips from the Ellijay Police Department's Capt. Ray Grace and officers Brian Stafford and Caleb Hensley. 

Bigfoot, big fun

News Staff
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Leaving his hiding place to celebrate Halloween, Bigfoot gets some safety tips from the Ellijay Police Department during trick-or-treat festivities at Harrison Park last Saturday. Pictured with him are Ellijay Police Capt. Ray Grace and officers Brian Stafford and Caleb Hensley. 
Times-Courier

Times-Courier

Light up Ellijay moving to Dec. 3

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Ellijay’s town Christmas event will officially move to December this year. Previously held the day after Thanksgiving, Light Up Ellijay will now take place Saturday, Dec. 3.