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Talk of GSA club at Fannin High School draws opinions

Sydney Criteser
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
A group of Fannin County High School students is reported to be in the working stages of creating a Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) club at the high school.  However, Principal Erik Cioffi said he has not been officially approached to create the club.
The News Observer

The News Observer

Hatcher needs Christmas names, toys

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Polk County Executive Robby Hatcher is working to build on a generous donation of toys to make sure children in need get something from Santa Claus this year. Hatcher said at the Polk County Commission meeting Thursday, September 26, he has received a large pallet of toys.
Debbie Davis, who represents District 1, was elected chairwoman of the Polk County Board of Commissioners Thursday, September 26. Here, she receives the gavel from outgoing Chairman Greg Brooks, right. Incoming Vice Chairman Jeremy Kimsey, who represents District 3, is at left.

Debbie Davis, who represents District 1, was elected chairwoman of the Polk County Board of Commissioners Thursday, September 26. Here, she receives the gavel from outgoing Chairman Greg Brooks, right. Incoming Vice Chairman Jeremy Kimsey, who represents District 3, is at left.

Davis elected head of Polk County commission

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Polk County commissioners elected new leadership and heard plans for an Industrial Development Board during their regular meeting Thursday, September 26, at the county courthouse in Benton.
The News Observer

The News Observer

Oct. 5 ridge ride to benefit children

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
The Fannin County Shop with a Cop program is sponsoring its second, semi-annual Riding the Ridges for a Santa “Cause” this Saturday, October 5. Jeep owners are being invited to sign up for a day of food, prizes and a ride through the ever changing scenery along mountain back roads.
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The News Observer

$10,000 reward for arson information

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons who burned a Fannin County house Saturday, September 14. Investigations Capt.
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The News Observer

Budget meeting moved to Oct. 9

Sydney Criteser
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
The Fannin County Board of Commissioners have moved their budget hearings from Wednesday, October 2 to Wednesday, October 9. The date change was announced during the board’s regular meeting Tuesday, September 24.
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The News Observer

PruittHealth sponsors free Fall Festival Saturday, Oct. 5

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
PruittHealth of Blue Ridge is sponsoring a free Fall Festival Saturday, October 5, at the nursing home on Ouida Street in Blue Ridge. The event will include hot dogs, cotton candy, snow cones and popcorn. There will also be a bounce house, slide, bungee pull and games with prizes.
The News Observer

The News Observer

New bathroom funded, 5G discussed

Sydney Criteser
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
The Fannin County Board of Commissioners agreed to demolish and rebuild the restrooms at Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend Park. The decision came at the request of Recreation Director Eddie O’Neal during the board’s regular meeting Tuesday, September 24.