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Fannin County Animal Control volunteer Debbie Williams spends time with one of the facility’s residents,“Rocco,” in Animal Control’s recently completed dog run.

Fannin County Animal Control volunteer Debbie Williams spends time with one of the facility’s residents,“Rocco,” in Animal Control’s recently completed dog run.

New dog run installed at Fannin Animal Control

Sydney Criteser
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
The new dog run has been installed at Fannin County Animal Control and the dogs are already getting to experience its benefits.
The News Observer

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Early voting starts Mon. in McCaysville

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
McCaysville voters can begin marking their choices next week when early voting begins for the November city election. Nancy Godfrey, election supervisor for the city, said early voting will begin Monday, October 14, and continue through Friday, November 1.
Cradle: The Eric Clapton & Traffic Cover band will perform a benefit concert for Blue Ridge Community Theater’s Sunny D Children’s Theater, Saturday, 7:30 p.m. at the theater.

Cradle: The Eric Clapton & Traffic Cover band will perform a benefit concert for Blue Ridge Community Theater’s Sunny D Children’s Theater, Saturday, 7:30 p.m. at the theater.

Cradle to perform at benefit concert for children’s theater

Lauren Bearden
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
A benefit concert for Blue Ridge Community Theater’s Sunny D Children’s Theater is scheduled for Saturday, October 12, at 7:30 p.m., featuring Cradle: The Eric Clapton & Traffic Cover band.
Diane Aradi smiles while petting the newest addition of their family Goldie. Also shown is husband Lester with rescue Hope. Hope was born with Cerebellar Hypoplasia. The condition affects the dog’s fine motor skills, balance and coordination.

Diane Aradi smiles while petting the newest addition of their family Goldie. Also shown is husband Lester with rescue Hope. Hope was born with Cerebellar Hypoplasia. The condition affects the dog’s fine motor skills, balance and coordination.

The Aradis made Snowflake’s last days dog heaven

News Staff
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
“The best way to honor a dog you just lost is to pull another one out of the shelter,” said Lester Aradi, co-founder of Horse Creek Stable Rescue Sanctuary. A few months ago, Aradi and his wife Diane opened their home to a new pet – a Golden Retriever named Snowflake.
Vietnam War veteran George Nelson explains some of the history of the war to the crowd gathered for The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall memorial service Friday, October 4. The wall was on display in Blue Ridge from October 3 to 7.

Vietnam War veteran George Nelson explains some of the history of the war to the crowd gathered for The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall memorial service Friday, October 4. The wall was on display in Blue Ridge from October 3 to 7.

HISTORY REMEMBERED

Sydney Criteser
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
“The Vietnam War took a horrific toll on our country,” Georgia Speaker of the House David Ralston said during The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall memorial service Friday, October 4. “It was unpleasant. It was ugly.
Animal Control Officer J.R. Cornett poses with a male Red Bone Hound who was found on Weaver Creek September 7. He is staying at Fannin County Animal Control until reclaimed or adopted. This sweet boy has a beautiful red coat with black patches around his eyes. View this handsome guy under Animal Control number 270-19.

Animal Control Officer J.R. Cornett poses with a male Red Bone Hound who was found on Weaver Creek September 7. He is staying at Fannin County Animal Control until reclaimed or adopted. This sweet boy has a beautiful red coat with black patches around his eyes. View this handsome guy under Animal Control number 270-19.

Adopt A Pet

Sydney Criteser
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
In the past week, Fannin County Animal Control officers brought in six dogs and six puppies. Three dogs were reclaimed by their owners, one went to Doggone Rescue, one went to Diamond in the Ruff Rescue, one went to Homeward Bound, six went to the Humane Society and two were adopted.
Fannin County Heritage Foundation President Janie Turner addresses the small crowd gathered to honor Confederate Private Joel Y. Allen during a grave marker dedication ceremony, September 21. Among those in support were Mike Pettus, Logan Allen, Hailee Jo Turner, Kelli Bonine, Glenda Wattenbarger, Jane Richards, Dana Richards, Libby Learmont, Beulah Williams, Renee Rimmer, Leo Baker, Mike Davis, Jonathan Davis, and Jere McConnell.

Fannin County Heritage Foundation President Janie Turner addresses the small crowd gathered to honor Confederate Private Joel Y. Allen during a grave marker dedication ceremony, September 21. Among those in support were Mike Pettus, Logan Allen, Hailee Jo Turner, Kelli Bonine, Glenda Wattenbarger, Jane Richards, Dana Richards, Libby Learmont, Beulah Williams, Renee Rimmer, Leo Baker, Mike Davis, Jonathan Davis, and Jere McConnell.

Daughters dedicate grave

Lauren Bearden
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
The United Daughters of the Confederacy sponsored a grave marker dedication for Private Joel Younger Allen, September 21. Tucked among the trees beyond the First Baptist Church of Blue Ridge and the Swan Drive-In off Summit Street sits Crawford Cemetery.
The News Observer

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Volunteers, donations still needed for annual book sale

Lauren Bearden
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Volunteers and donations are still needed for the Friends of the Fannin County Public Library Book Sale, which will take place October 11 through 13 at the old fire station, 342 West Main Street, Blue Ridge. Volunteers are needed to unpack and sort books Wednesday, October 9, from 1 to 5 p.m.