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Brooks Welker was very excited seeing the life-sized cutouts of birds at the Fannin County Public Library. He stretched out to see if his arms were as long as the Turkey Vulture’s wings.

Brooks Welker was very excited seeing the life-sized cutouts of birds at the Fannin County Public Library. He stretched out to see if his arms were as long as the Turkey Vulture’s wings.

Children learn about “Backyard Birds” at Fannin Public Library

News Staff
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
By Bobbi Pippin Several children gathered for Fannin County Public  Library’s “Backyard Birds” on Saturday, March 9th. The library had loads of fun activities for kids of all ages to do while learning about birds.
Students anxiously awaited their turn to have a trout placed in their cup so they may release it into the stream.

Students anxiously awaited their turn to have a trout placed in their cup so they may release it into the stream.

Weaver Creek new home for FCMS trout

News Staff
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
By Bobbi Pippin Fannin County Middle School students’ hard work finally paid off on Thursday, March 7, when they were able to release 70 Rainbow Trout into Weavers Creek. This has been a year long project for the 6th grade as well as some of the 7th grade students.
Shown are, left, Donna Lee Hyatt, Kenneth Lee Greene, Abbigayle Marie Owens, Randy Nathaniel Greene.

Shown are, left, Donna Lee Hyatt, Kenneth Lee Greene, Abbigayle Marie Owens, Randy Nathaniel Greene.

18 kilos of meth seized

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
An investigation that was started in Fannin County approximately 18 months ago resulted in four arrests, the seizure of 18 kilos of methamphetamine with a street value of  $5,760,001, and other property worth over $200,000.
The House of Representatives Chamber in the state Capitol was filled last Thursday morning when a portrait honoring the late Speaker of the House and 7th District Representative David Ralston was unveiled. The portrait now hangs at the entrance to the Chamber to honor Ralston who served for 13 years as the 73rd Speaker of the House.

The House of Representatives Chamber in the state Capitol was filled last Thursday morning when a portrait honoring the late Speaker of the House and 7th District Representative David Ralston was unveiled. The portrait now hangs at the entrance to the Chamber to honor Ralston who served for 13 years as the 73rd Speaker of the House.

Ralston honored in Georgia House

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
“A story seldom told is a story soon forgotten, and Speaker Ralston’s story will surely be told for generations to come,” Speaker Jon Burns told the crowd that filled the House Chamber under the Gold Dome in Atlanta.
Ryan Wood, left, and Ryder Hanson presented their business plan for Amen Clothing, a Christian based clothing company, to the Fannin County Middle School Shark Tank judges.

Ryan Wood, left, and Ryder Hanson presented their business plan for Amen Clothing, a Christian based clothing company, to the Fannin County Middle School Shark Tank judges.

Shark Tank creates fierce competition among students

News Staff
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
By Bobbi Pippin Anyone who has ever started a business knows it is not easy. Lots of planning, work, and time go into it. Students at Fannin County Middle School (FCMS) got a taste of that while working on their latest project.
Char Stacy received the Chamber Ambassador of the Year award from Chamber Chairman Troy Shirbroun.

Char Stacy received the Chamber Ambassador of the Year award from Chamber Chairman Troy Shirbroun.

Chamber honors community leaders

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
“Please do not try to change Peter. He is going to change the world.” “That’s my Snuggums,” was the answer. This exchange was remembered between Peter’s mother, Julie, and his third grade teacher. But until Saturday night, Peter Knutzen was widely known in Fannin County by his name.
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13-year-old charged with school threat

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
A 13-year-old male was in custody and charged Friday morning less than 12 hours after the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office was alerted to a threat of violence against Fannin County Middle School (FCMS).
Fannin County Commission Chairman Jamie Hensley,left, and Chief Magistrate Judge Brian Jones are both unopposed in the upcoming elections.

Fannin County Commission Chairman Jamie Hensley,left, and Chief Magistrate Judge Brian Jones are both unopposed in the upcoming elections.

Races set for May 21 voting

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Candidates have signed up and early voting will begin in April in Georgia’s General Primary and Nonpartisan elections. Fannin County Election Supervisor Mary Ann Conner released the names of candidates in local races Friday, March 8, shortly after qualifying ended at noon.
Frank Wood was sworn in as district attorney for the Appalachian Judicial Circuit by Chief Superior Court Judge Brenda Weaver and his wife,Kali, daughter, Madilyn, and Superior Court Judge B. Alison Sosebee watch.

Frank Wood was sworn in as district attorney for the Appalachian Judicial Circuit by Chief Superior Court Judge Brenda Weaver and his wife,Kali, daughter, Madilyn, and Superior Court Judge B. Alison Sosebee watch.

Frank Wood appointed district attorney by Governor Kemp

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Frank Wood was appointed district attorney for the Appalachian Judicial Circuit by Governor Brian Kemp Friday, March 1, and was sworn into office the same day. Wood was in court in Gilmer County Friday morning when he received a phone call from the governor telling him of the appointment.
The Accountable Care Organization (ACO) recently recognized a member of their organization, Georgia Mountains Health, for the high standard of care delivered to Medicare patients through its offices. Shown are, left, Amy Morgan, ACC of Georgia, Charissa Carter, Outreach Manager Georgia Mountains Health and Steven Miracle, CEO.

The Accountable Care Organization (ACO) recently recognized a member of their organization, Georgia Mountains Health, for the high standard of care delivered to Medicare patients through its offices. Shown are, left, Amy Morgan, ACC of Georgia, Charissa Carter, Outreach Manager Georgia Mountains Health and Steven Miracle, CEO.

Georgia Mountains Health honored for high standards

News Staff
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Special To The News Observer The Accountable Care Organization (ACO) which Georgia Mountains Health is a member of recently recognized the medical group for the high standard of care delivered to Medicare patients through its offices.