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Thomas Monroe Brown was born in Gilmer County in 1890, but was listed as being a resident of Eton when he was killed during World War I in the Argonne Forest of France in October 1918. (Photo courtesy of Lamar Veatch, Georgia Memorial Database)

Thomas Monroe Brown was born in Gilmer County in 1890, but was listed as being a resident of Eton when he was killed during World War I in the Argonne Forest of France in October 1918. (Photo courtesy of Lamar Veatch, Georgia Memorial Database)

Gilmer native Thomas Brown was killed in World War I

Mark Millican - Special to the Times-Courier
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
When Thomas Monroe Brown joined the U.S. Army during World War I, he didn’t know he had less than a year to live. Brown, who was born in Gilmer County, was listed as a resident of Eton in Murray County when he was killed in action in October 1918.
Planning and Zoning Director Jim Smith speaking at Citizens Forum Saturday, May 17.

Planning and Zoning Director Jim Smith speaking at Citizens Forum Saturday, May 17.

Push for impact fees at Citizens Forum

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
As new subdivisions pop up and plans for apartments are developed, some community members believe impact fees should be enforced to better keep up with county growth.
A flag similar to this one will be held up by around three dozen volunteers on Ellijay Flag Day, Saturday, June 14, at the Lions Club Fairgrounds. Volunteers, who must be 15 years old, should arrive by 9 a.m.

A flag similar to this one will be held up by around three dozen volunteers on Ellijay Flag Day, Saturday, June 14, at the Lions Club Fairgrounds. Volunteers, who must be 15 years old, should arrive by 9 a.m.

Ellijay Flag Day seeking volunteers

Mark Millican - Special to the Times-Courier
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
The first-ever Ellijay Flag Day ceremony at the Lions Club Fairgrounds is seeking dozens of volunteers to help hold up a 50-foot by 100-foot American flag on June 14, celebrated as Flag Day across America.
Gilmer High student Raul Avila-Resendiz is Georgia’s 2025 Migrant Student of the Year.

Gilmer High student Raul Avila-Resendiz is Georgia’s 2025 Migrant Student of the Year.

Awarding “excellence” to round out the school year

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
The Gilmer County Schools System, staff members and students are raking in some final, prestigious awards before the school year comes to a close.  Gilmer High student Raul Avila-Resendiz was selected as Georgia’s 2025 Migrant Student of the Year by the state’s Department of Education.
Gilmer Arts’ 11th annual Plein Air was a success, where 37 artists painted serene landscapes around the county, from May 15-18. Sunday morning, artists could participate in a Quick Draw competition at Hidden Valley, where they had just two hours to complete their piece, including long-time Plein Air participant Marti Trimble. (Courtesy of Randy Simpson)

Gilmer Arts’ 11th annual Plein Air was a success, where 37 artists painted serene landscapes around the county, from May 15-18. Sunday morning, artists could participate in a Quick Draw competition at Hidden Valley, where they had just two hours to complete their piece, including long-time Plein Air participant Marti Trimble. (Courtesy of Randy Simpson)

Buy art to support the arts

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
4.1 magnitude earthquake felt across north Georgia Saturday

4.1 magnitude earthquake felt across north Georgia Saturday

Earthquake felt across the region

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
An earthquake has shaken homes and people’s nerves across north Georgia. It was strongly felt in Ellijay shortly after 9 a.m. Saturday.  Gilmer County Emergency Management (EMA) reported that a 4.1 magnitude quake originated near Greenback, Tenn.
Madison Chastain hangs up her blue jacket before receiving her graduation cord at the FFA Banquet May 8.

Madison Chastain hangs up her blue jacket before receiving her graduation cord at the FFA Banquet May 8.

Gilmer FFA celebrates their accomplishments 

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Gilmer Future Farmers of America’s (FFA) graduating seniors hung up their corduroy jackets, marking the end of their time in the program, but not before sharing what it meant to them.
Gilmer County commissioners hear comments from the public at their meeting May 8 in the Courthouse Jury Assembly Room.

Gilmer County commissioners hear comments from the public at their meeting May 8 in the Courthouse Jury Assembly Room.

Zoning request approved for low-income apartments

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Gilmer County commissioners have approved plans for a new, low-income apartment complex in East Ellijay in a 2-1 vote at last Thursday’s board of commissioners meeting.  The apartment complex inquiry is called the Mountain View Terrace project, with 50 units planned.
Dr. Carlton Young is a motivational speaker who inspires young people and adults alike. He also served in Vietnam.

Dr. Carlton Young is a motivational speaker who inspires young people and adults alike. He also served in Vietnam.

Memorial Day fundraiser to help struggling veterans

Mark Millican - Special to the Times-Courier
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
This Memorial Day, there will be a Heroes Helping Heroes Georgia charity benefit for Shelter Dogs for Veterans and Save the Horses, two nonprofits that are helping veterans who struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injuries (TBI).