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Free coats to be distributed

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Coats and blankets collected during The News Observer’s annual Coats for Kids drive will be distributed next week. The distribution will be held at Fannin County Family Connection at 501 Industrial Park in Blue Ridge, Monday through Wednesday, November 1-3, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.
Dale Dyer

Dale Dyer

Dale Dyer passed Saturday at 101

News Staff
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Our good friend and long-time columnist for The News Observer, Dale Dyer, passed away Saturday afternoon, October 23. Dale wrote weekly for over 20 years, chronicling his life experiences and his many efforts to maintain the history of Fannin County.
Enjoying the Eggs & Issues Breakfast were, from left, Georgia Mountains Health CEO Steven Miracle, Fannin County Family Connection Executive Director Sherry Morris, Fannin County Development Authority Executive Director Christie Gribble, family connection board member Robert Gleadall, and UNG Blue Ridge Campus Executive Director Sandy Ott.

Enjoying the Eggs & Issues Breakfast were, from left, Georgia Mountains Health CEO Steven Miracle, Fannin County Family Connection Executive Director Sherry Morris, Fannin County Development Authority Executive Director Christie Gribble, family connection board member Robert Gleadall, and UNG Blue Ridge Campus Executive Director Sandy Ott.

Fannin leaders hear state update

News Staff
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Georgia Speaker of the House and District 7 Representative David Ralston and State Senator Steve Gooch spoke about their goals for Georgia’s future at the Fannin County Chamber of Commerce’s Eggs and Issues breakfast Tuesday, October 19.
The News Observer

The News Observer

Safe zones, various events planned for Halloween celebrations

News Staff
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
This just in: Fannin and Polk Counties will see an increase in ghosts, witches, princesses, superheroes, and more this weekend. However, do not be alarmed, they have been invited to attend Halloween Safe Zones and other events happening throughout the counties.
Kalliee Stanley, left, was crowned the 2021 Fannin County Homecoming Queen, while Jackson Davis was crowned Homecoming King during halftime of Fannin County’s game against Chattooga Friday, October 22.

Kalliee Stanley, left, was crowned the 2021 Fannin County Homecoming Queen, while Jackson Davis was crowned Homecoming King during halftime of Fannin County’s game against Chattooga Friday, October 22.

FANNIN ROYALTY

News Staff
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
The News Observer

The News Observer

Last minute move raises election concern

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Early voting for a mayor and five council members for the City of Blue Ridge is underway as the Tuesday, November 2, General Election nears, but a recent city council vote could create a negative impact.
This male Hound was dropped off at animal control October 14. He has a short, brown coat and is very well behaved. View this cutie using intake number 351-21. He is shown with animal control Interim Manager J.R. Cornett.

This male Hound was dropped off at animal control October 14. He has a short, brown coat and is very well behaved. View this cutie using intake number 351-21. He is shown with animal control Interim Manager J.R. Cornett.

Adopt a pet

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Fannin County Animal Control has a slew of pawsome dogs at their facility. All dogs taken to Animal Control are housed at the facility until being reclaimed or adopted. This past week, 15 dogs were taken in, two were adopted, and two were reclaimed. No rescues took any dogs this week.
Daffodil

Daffodil

Cat of the week

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
The Humane Society of Blue Ridge cat of the week is Daffodil. She is a one-year-old tabby who is the prettiest flower in the garden! Daffodil has gorgeous gold eyes that will draw you in and mesmerize you. She is a bit shy with new friends, but once she warms up to you, she is a very loving girl.
Fannin County was forced to close this bridge on Newport Road last Thursday after an inspection found it to be deficient. A bridge specialist was to be at the site Tuesday, October 19, to determine the best way to fix the structure.

Fannin County was forced to close this bridge on Newport Road last Thursday after an inspection found it to be deficient. A bridge specialist was to be at the site Tuesday, October 19, to determine the best way to fix the structure.

County closes Newport Road bridge

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Fannin County officials closed a bridge last week after a state inspection discovered deficiencies in the structure. The bridge on Newport Road was closed Thursday afternoon, October 14, soon after the deficiencies were found, Commission Chairman Jamie Hensley said.