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Need for new ambulances a concern for Gilmer Fire

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
The need for new ambulances is becoming  a growing concern for Gilmer Fire and Rescue. The overall call volume for the fire department has increased by about 10 percent this year, and transport times to medical facilities are often long, putting additional miles on the vehicles.
God bless our schools

God bless our schools

Gilmer schools react to copycat threats

Andy Ashurst - Publisher
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Gilmer County Schools continue under a ‘secure’ designation this week following a mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County which killed two teachers and two students last week. “We are going to continue this through the week,” said Dr.
From left, Gilmer’s Bo Cronic, Hunter Britain, Grant Ballew and Kyle Cowart signal that it is the Bobcats’ ball after Memphis Lewallen’s (18) fumble recovery versus Pickens Aug. 30. GHS travels to Westminster Friday for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff.

From left, Gilmer’s Bo Cronic, Hunter Britain, Grant Ballew and Kyle Cowart signal that it is the Bobcats’ ball after Memphis Lewallen’s (18) fumble recovery versus Pickens Aug. 30. GHS travels to Westminster Friday for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff.

Gilmer wraps up nonregion schedule at Westminster

News Staff
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
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Digital app ‘great communication tool’ for sheriff’s office

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Having a digital app is allowing the Gilmer County Sheriff’s Office to reach many with useful updates and posts.  Since its launch last year, the Gilmer County Sheriff’s App has gained more than 4,100 subscribers on different platforms.  “We love it.
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Joint Comprehensive Plan off to local governments

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
A five-year Joint Comprehensive Plan update is out of the hands of its stakeholder committee after being submitted to city and county governments for review.
Gilmer Community Food Pantry warehouse manager Tim Prater with the facility’s new motorized pallet jack.

Gilmer Community Food Pantry warehouse manager Tim Prater with the facility’s new motorized pallet jack.

Food pantry awarded new equipment

News Staff
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Moving heavy pallets is now a little easier for volunteers at the Gilmer Community Food Pantry. The local food pantry was one of 58 hunger relief organizations in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama chosen to receive a motorized pallet jack at no cost.
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Town hall on insurance rates set

Andy Ashurst - Publisher
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
A town hall meeting to allow citizens to speak out about new insurance rates has been scheduled. Gilmer County Chair Charlie Paris said the meeting is a chance to clear the air. Insurance rates are skyrocketing, and many companies are blaming the ISO (Insurance Services Office Inc.) rating.
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Gas pipeline reroute to go under river

Michael Andrews - Mountain Life Editor
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Rerouting a portion of a natural gas pipeline that serves Ellijay will go through a section of River Park and under the Coosawattee River.  Atlanta Gas Light recently asked county commissioners for permanent and temporary construction easements on a portion of the South Main Street park property.