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TSPLOST set for May ballot

Andy Ashurst - Publisher
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Gilmer County voters will see a TSPLOST question on the ballot in May. Commissioners voted unanimously to approve the details of the TSPLOST, short for Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, at a special meeting Feb. 6.
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East Ellijay council approves TSPLOST agreement

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Members of the East Ellijay City Council approved an intergovernmental agreement Tuesday, Feb. 4, that will be used for distribution of funds should a TSPLOST (Transportation Special Local Option Sales Tax) ballot item be passed by voters in the May 19 General Primary election.
Wally is pictured at his former home, a grassy spot in the Highlands shopping area of East Ellijay. Customers and employees of nearby businesses brought the homeless dog food, blankets and other items including a doghouse made from a storage container, seen above.

Wally is pictured at his former home, a grassy spot in the Highlands shopping area of East Ellijay. Customers and employees of nearby businesses brought the homeless dog food, blankets and other items including a doghouse made from a storage container, seen above.

New home for Wally

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
A pup who now has a permanent home was, quite possibly, the most beloved stray animal in Gilmer County until being adopted last month.  His new owner will keep the first part of the dog’s name, inspired by the retail store where he became a subject of outreach and concern for customers.
Local residents Terry and Venae Ellis (left) are two of the three vocalists in the band Kharisma Jazzmatic Funk.

Local residents Terry and Venae Ellis (left) are two of the three vocalists in the band Kharisma Jazzmatic Funk.

Kharisma Jazzmatic Funk brings Valentine grooves to playhouse

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
After boxes of candy have been opened and flowers have been watered, a 10-piece band with local members will light up an Ellijay stage when Kharisma Jazzmatic Funk performs at the George Link Jr. Gilmer Arts Playhouse the day after Valentine’s.
Emergency shelter open

Emergency shelter open

Emergency shelter open at Gilmer Civic Center

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Thursday, February 6, 2020
Gary Watkins, of Gilmer Fire and Rescue, stands at the emergency shelter now open at the Gilmer Civic Center, 1561 South Main Street. According to Gilmer Public Safety, the shelter is  for anyone who is displaced from their home as a result of today's weather activity.
Ellijay River Park including the walking trail, shown here, is closed till further notice due to flood conditions. The park entrances on South Main Street have been roped off.

Ellijay River Park including the walking trail, shown here, is closed till further notice due to flood conditions. The park entrances on South Main Street have been roped off.

Gilmer Schools to release 3 hours early due to storm flooding

News Staff
Thursday, February 6, 2020
GCSS is working with local emergency management authorities to assess the current road conditions in our area. The Coosawattee and Cartecay Rivers have risen to the "Action" stage, the level before "Flood" stage, and rising rapidly.
Gilmer High School’s 2019-20 STAR Student, Nathan Jones, is pictured second from left alongside, from left, GHS Guidance Director Tammy Bennett, STAR Teacher Dr. Renee Hoard and GHS Principal Carla Foley.

Gilmer High School’s 2019-20 STAR Student, Nathan Jones, is pictured second from left alongside, from left, GHS Guidance Director Tammy Bennett, STAR Teacher Dr. Renee Hoard and GHS Principal Carla Foley.

Jones, Hoard Gilmer High’s 2019-20 STAR Student, Teacher

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
When asked about his favorite subject, Gilmer High School’s 2019-20 Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE) Star Student said there’s just something about math that appeals to him. “I feel satisfaction in doing it. I just feel something about it,” said STAR Student Nathan Jones, 18.
Members of the Gilmer County Optimist Club join Board of Commissioners Chairman Charlie Paris, seated, as he signs a proclamation recognizing Optimist Day in the county. Pictured in back, from left: Barbara Simmons, Bob Salman, Ed Grant, Lisa Salman, Bryan Staggs, club treasurer Rebecca Harrell, Probate Judge Scott Chastain, club president Trent Sanford and Ellen Grant.

Members of the Gilmer County Optimist Club join Board of Commissioners Chairman Charlie Paris, seated, as he signs a proclamation recognizing Optimist Day in the county. Pictured in back, from left: Barbara Simmons, Bob Salman, Ed Grant, Lisa Salman, Bryan Staggs, club treasurer Rebecca Harrell, Probate Judge Scott Chastain, club president Trent Sanford and Ellen Grant.

Optimist Day observed in county

News Staff
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
The Optimist Club of Gilmer County will be participating in Optimist International’s Optimist Day Thursday, Feb. 6.