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All together in person for the first time since Jamie Hensley and Johnny Scearce were elected in November, the Fannin County Board of Commissioners met in regular session Tuesday, May 18. Shown are, from left, Post One Commissioner Scearce, Chairman Hensley and Post Two Commissioner Glenn Patterson who began the third year of his term.

All together in person for the first time since Jamie Hensley and Johnny Scearce were elected in November, the Fannin County Board of Commissioners met in regular session Tuesday, May 18. Shown are, from left, Post One Commissioner Scearce, Chairman Hensley and Post Two Commissioner Glenn Patterson who began the third year of his term.

Moratorium placed on special alcohol licenses

News Staff
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Everyone was all smiles  to see Post One Commissioner Johnny Scearce in his chair for the first time at the Fannin County Board of Commissioners regular meeting Wednesday, May 25, in which a moratorium regarding the issuance of any Special Event License for alcoholic beverages was debated.
Donald Curtis, right, of Farmers Insurance in Blue Ridge recently donated photo copies of the Hometown Heroes pages from The News Observer to representatives of local veterans organizations. Each page features the story of a local veteran, and the pages are being placed in a book to remain on permanent display at the Veterans Museum near Fannin County Middle School. Shown accepting the pages are, from left, Bill Stodghill, Chris McKee, who has prepared the book, and Steve Strickland.

Donald Curtis, right, of Farmers Insurance in Blue Ridge recently donated photo copies of the Hometown Heroes pages from The News Observer to representatives of local veterans organizations. Each page features the story of a local veteran, and the pages are being placed in a book to remain on permanent display at the Veterans Museum near Fannin County Middle School. Shown accepting the pages are, from left, Bill Stodghill, Chris McKee, who has prepared the book, and Steve Strickland.

VETERANS RECEIVE DONATION

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Robin Davenport has taken over the reigns at the Mineral Springs Center as the new director. She has connections with the facility dating back to 1999.

Robin Davenport has taken over the reigns at the Mineral Springs Center as the new director. She has connections with the facility dating back to 1999.

Davenport takes reigns at Mineral Springs, says thanks for donations

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
In some capacity since 1999, Robin Davenport has served the Mineral Springs Center (MSC) and its people, and now, Davenport has taken the reigns as director of the center.
Michael Ray Dye in his Cherokee County Arrest Photo.

Michael Ray Dye in his Cherokee County Arrest Photo.

Michael Dye to serve 20 years for selling drugs

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Michael Ray Dye faces the next 20 years of his life behind bars following a sentence handed down in Cherokee County, Georgia, Superior Court Friday, May 14. And a local assistant district attorney is hoping to make sure he stays in jail as long as possible.
The News Observer

The News Observer

School land buy just short of $10 million

News Staff
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
“Of all the time I’ve been on the school board, this is the best day,” said Fannin County Board of Education member Lewis DeWesse in reference to the long awaited purchase of land adjacent to Fannin County High School (FCHS). The school board unanimously approved the purchase of 159.
Retired Senior Master Sergeant Harold Bargeron takes a moment to reflect after the placing of the helmet, rifle and boots at the Memorial Day service.

Retired Senior Master Sergeant Harold Bargeron takes a moment to reflect after the placing of the helmet, rifle and boots at the Memorial Day service.

Knock, letter tell story of the ultimate sacrifice

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
“I knew what was on the other side of that door.” Veterans listened to the heart-wrenching reminder of the price of freedom while others heard of that price in a way they had likely never heard it before.
This male, Beagle/Lab mix was surrendered by his owner May 19. He has a thick, brown coat with some other coloring. View him using intake number 164-21. He is shown with Animal Control Interim Manager J.R. Cornett.

This male, Beagle/Lab mix was surrendered by his owner May 19. He has a thick, brown coat with some other coloring. View him using intake number 164-21. He is shown with Animal Control Interim Manager J.R. Cornett.

Adopt A Pet

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Sunshine and blue skies are the perfect combination, especially when there’s a furry, four-legged canine in the mix. Fannin County Animal Control has several dogs at the facility that would make a great summertime-advtenture companion.
The Humane Society of Blue Ridge cat of the week is Lew. This one-year-old male tuxedo is the real deal! Lew is playful, friendly and as cute as can be. He loves people and gets along famously with other felines. Lew is neutered, microchipped and current on his vaccinations, so he is ready for his furever family. Contact the Adoption Center at 706-632-4357 for more information about this precious little guy.

The Humane Society of Blue Ridge cat of the week is Lew. This one-year-old male tuxedo is the real deal! Lew is playful, friendly and as cute as can be. He loves people and gets along famously with other felines. Lew is neutered, microchipped and current on his vaccinations, so he is ready for his furever family. Contact the Adoption Center at 706-632-4357 for more information about this precious little guy.

Cat of the week

News Staff
Tuesday, May 25, 2021