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Sheriff Steve Ross

Sheriff Steve Ross

Sheriff defends deputies

Lauren Bearden
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
“I’m here to defend my men,” said Polk County Sheriff Steve Ross at the City of Copperhill’s regular Board of Alderman meeting October 21.
Rescue worker Gabe Waters holds Chester, pound puppy from a shelter in Alabama, while rescue volunteer Jan Eaton holds Dolly, a pup from Fannin County Animal Control. The pair of dogs were on a recent transport to Florida where they will be networked and adopted.

Rescue worker Gabe Waters holds Chester, pound puppy from a shelter in Alabama, while rescue volunteer Jan Eaton holds Dolly, a pup from Fannin County Animal Control. The pair of dogs were on a recent transport to Florida where they will be networked and adopted.

Eaton’s mission fights euthanasia

Lauren Bearden
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
“My favorite kind of dog is the underdog. ... They can not be too bad in my world,” said Jan Eaton, October’s Hometown Hero. Eaton is a director of Tri State Pet Rescue and has been involved in dog rescue work for about 20 years. Eaton explained the mission of Tri State Pet Rescue.
The News Observer

The News Observer

Ocoee Whitewater Center closes for winter

Lauren Bearden
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
It’s time for the Ocoee Whitewater Center (OWC) building to switch to winter hours. November 1 marks the first day the building will be closed, and it will remain closed until March 31, 2020.
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The News Observer

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Lauren Bearden
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Fannin County Health Department is offering free breast exams to the women of the community, October 30, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the county’s health department located at 95 Ouida Street in Blue Ridge.
Dr. Zagler, seen here with some of his patients.

Dr. Zagler, seen here with some of his patients.

Dr. Zager retires after 40 years of service

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Dr . Michael Zager has served the animal population across the tri-state area for 40 years, and now he is announcing his retirement. Zager joined Ocoee Animal Hospital in 1979 and since then his name has become well known in countless households.
Animal Control Officer Pat Patterson poses with a male Lab mix named “Rowdy” who was found on Madola Road. He is staying at Fannin County Animal Control until reclaimed or adopted. This sweet boy has a beautiful black, tan and white coat. View this handsome guy under Animal Control number 314-19.

Animal Control Officer Pat Patterson poses with a male Lab mix named “Rowdy” who was found on Madola Road. He is staying at Fannin County Animal Control until reclaimed or adopted. This sweet boy has a beautiful black, tan and white coat. View this handsome guy under Animal Control number 314-19.

Adopt A Pet

Sydney Criteser
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
In the past week, Fannin County Animal Control officers brought in five dogs. Three dogs were reclaimed by their owners, one went to K-9 rescue and one went to New Life Rescue.
Members of the Fannin Regional Hospital Auxiliary received service hour pins during their quarterly meeting Thursday, October 17. Shown are, from left, Fannin Regional Interim CEO Jason Jones, Carol Thomas, Vicky Goddard, Lena Hill, Becky Guthrie, Cheryl Drake and Fannin Regional Director of Volunteer Services Susan Kiker.

Members of the Fannin Regional Hospital Auxiliary received service hour pins during their quarterly meeting Thursday, October 17. Shown are, from left, Fannin Regional Interim CEO Jason Jones, Carol Thomas, Vicky Goddard, Lena Hill, Becky Guthrie, Cheryl Drake and Fannin Regional Director of Volunteer Services Susan Kiker.

AUXILIANS HONORED AT QUARTERLY MEETING

Sydney Criteser
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
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Energy help program opens Nov. 1

(not verified)
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program administered by the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services will open to the Homebound and Elderly households, Friday, November 1, 2019, at 8:30 a.m.