Josh Chastain captured his own reflection in this image while it was snowing in downtown Ellijay.
Snowfall ushers in December
News Staff
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
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Times-Courier
Assessor board mulls unusual common area request
Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Deciding whether or not to change a common area parcel back to sellable real estate brought discussion and questions when the Gilmer County Board of Assessors met Thursday, Nov. 19.
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Jesus Morales, of the Gilmer Arts Gallery, straightens a painting by Atlanta artist Jill McGannon, whose work comprises one of three exhibits now on display at the downtown Ellijay gallery.
Three artists, three different styles on display at Gilmer Arts Gallery
Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Because of COVID-19, there hasn’t been much to speak of this year in regard to public events hosted by Gilmer Arts.
Monday, November 23, 2020
Macy Dotson, of Cameron Hall Assisted Living, is pictured with some of the items that have been donated for a holiday gift drive for local homebound senior citizens.
Cameron Hall, Gilmer Senior Center join in holiday drive for senior citizens
Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Local assisted living community Cameron Hall joins the Gilmer Senior Center this holiday season for an outreach effort focused on homebound senior citizens.
A Christmas gift drive is conducted by the Senior Center each year. Donations of clothing and food items are usually collected.
Monday, November 23, 2020
Gilmer County Fire Chief Daniel Kauffman presents a check from the public safety agency’s recent Fighting for a Cure fundraiser to Piedmont Mountainside Radiology Clinical Manager Jennifer Nestor, center, and Piedmont Mountainside Director of Imaging Services Brandi Baldwin, right. The funds will be used to provide reduced-cost mammograms for 13 local women.
Gilmer Public Safety exceeds goal for Piedmont mammogram fundraiser
Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
By having an October T-shirt fundraiser, Gilmer County Public Safety was able to raise enough money to fund future reduced-cost mammograms for 13 local residents.
Monday, November 23, 2020
Times-Courier
CDC offers safeguards for holiday gatherings
Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
As confirmed COVID-19 (coronavirus) cases continue to rise across the country, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued precautions to keep in mind during Thanksgiving gatherings.
Monday, November 23, 2020
Times-Courier
Board moves for alcohol sales at golf course
Andy Ashurst - Publisher
Gilmer County’s Board of Commissioners voted to advertise a change to sell beer and wine at Whitepath Golf Club.
“It really came about because of all the requests from visitors coming in,” said Gilmer County Chairman Charlie Paris. “It’s getting a good reputation. It’s getting around.
Monday, November 23, 2020
Mack Cain, of CPL Architecture, discusses a 10-year master plan for possible future improvements to Harrison Park.
Ellijay council hears architect discuss Harrison Park master plan
Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Prior to a Nov. 16 meeting of the Ellijay City Council, three councilmembers and Mayor Al Hoyle heard a presentation from a landscape architect who designed the recently completed 10-year master plan for downtown’s Harrison Park.
Monday, November 23, 2020
Tracey Teague, pictured with husband, Bobby and Probate Judge Scott Chastain, during her swearing-in ceremony.
Tracey Teague appointed associate probate judge
News Staff
Tracey A. Teague has been officially appointed as the Associate Probate Judge of Gilmer County. She will assume that new role Jan 1, 2021.
Monday, November 23, 2020
Times-Courier
Ellijay council tables alcohol license application for more discussion
Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Ellijay City Councilmembers approved several renewals for on-premise alcohol consumption licenses, but tabled one new license application for future review when meeting Monday, Nov. 16.
Monday, November 23, 2020