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Drug take back day Saturday in Fannin

News Staff
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
The Fannin County Sheriff’s Office is again participating in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)'s National Take Back Initiative. Investigations Sergeant J.K.
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McCaysville alcohol changes dry up

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
After spending close to an hour performing the second reading of the amended alcohol ordinance, McCaysville City Council members refused to vote on the matter during a meeting Tuesday, October 13.
Habitat for Humanity of Fannin and Gilmer counties’ most recent home build recipient Kristen Haley, left, officially became a homeowner Saturday, September 30. She is shown beside Attorney Laura J. Ray.

Habitat for Humanity of Fannin and Gilmer counties’ most recent home build recipient Kristen Haley, left, officially became a homeowner Saturday, September 30. She is shown beside Attorney Laura J. Ray.

Habitat for Humanity makes home ownership possible

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Former active duty Marine Kristen Haley is officially a Habitat for Humanity of Fannin and Gilmer Counties home owner as of Wednesday, September 30. “We owe a humongous thanks to Attorney Laura J. Ray and her all-star team,” Executive Director Christopher Hall said.
Local Boy Scouts of America, led by Ethan Jolly, led the Mountain Patriots’ “God & Country” parade and rally through downtown Blue Ridge.

Local Boy Scouts of America, led by Ethan Jolly, led the Mountain Patriots’ “God & Country” parade and rally through downtown Blue Ridge.

GOD & COUNTRY PARADE HELD

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
This female Bulldog was picked up on Colwell Road in Epworth September 25. She has a charcoal, brindle coat with white patches. She’s a good girl. View her using intake number 273-20. She is shown with Animal Control officer J.R. Cornett.

This female Bulldog was picked up on Colwell Road in Epworth September 25. She has a charcoal, brindle coat with white patches. She’s a good girl. View her using intake number 273-20. She is shown with Animal Control officer J.R. Cornett.

Adopt A Pet

News Staff
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
The beautiful Bulldog shown with Fannin County Animal Control officer J.R. Cornett, is this week’s featured pooch of the week! Violet, as named by Animal Control volunteers, is strong. She has a charcoal, brindle coat with white patches. This gal is very sweet and playful.
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The News Observer

Community theater re-opens

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Blue Ridge Community Theater (BRCT) has cautiously reopened, according to BRCT President Patricia Webb. “Due to the on-going interactions with our patrons and our theater family, your Blue Ridge Community Theater has cautiously planned the remainder of a 2020 Season,” Webb said.
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Farmer’s Market, taxes, alcohol challenge council

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
The City of Blue Ridge met Tuesday, October 6, to discuss business during a lengthy workshop. Councilman Mike Panter brought up the fact that Sisson Company has been using the Farmer’s Market to store their supplies at no cost.
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Toys for Tots sees increase in need

Sydney Criteser
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Members of the Marine Corps League Detachment 1438 expect a large increase in need for their annual Toys for Tots program this year. Last year, the program collected over 2,800 toys and around $15,000 in cash to purchase toys. Overall, they distributed 3,853 toys to 920 children.