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No plans, no decision on development

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
No plans have been submitted regarding a much talked about development at the corner of West First Street and Cook Street in Blue Ridge, but that did not stop discussion over possible concerns at the city council meeting Tuesday, September 21.
The Humane Society of Blue Ridge cat of the week is Sofia. She is a seven-month-old tuxedo beauty who has been a good young mom to her four kittens, but now she is looking forward to the single life! Sofia is super sweet, active and playful. She loves to be up high and spends a lot of time bird watching from her screened porch at the Adoption Center. Sofia is friendly with other felines once she gets to know them. Contact the Adoption Center at 706-632-4357 to schedule a meet and greet with Sofia. She is mi

The Humane Society of Blue Ridge cat of the week is Sofia. She is a seven-month-old tuxedo beauty who has been a good young mom to her four kittens, but now she is looking forward to the single life! Sofia is super sweet, active and playful. She loves to be up high and spends a lot of time bird watching from her screened porch at the Adoption Center. Sofia is friendly with other felines once she gets to know them. Contact the Adoption Center at 706-632-4357 to schedule a meet and greet with Sofia. She is mi

Cat of the week

News Staff
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
This female Hound was picked up on Old Highway 76 in Morganton September 14. She has a black and brown coat. View this cutie using intake number 323-21. She is shown with animal control Interim Manager J.R. Cornett.

This female Hound was picked up on Old Highway 76 in Morganton September 14. She has a black and brown coat. View this cutie using intake number 323-21. She is shown with animal control Interim Manager J.R. Cornett.

Adopt A Pet

News Staff
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Fall in love with one of the dogs at Fannin County Animal Control and adopt this season. All dogs taken to Animal Control are housed at the facility until being reclaimed or adopted. This past week, five dogs were taken in; two were adoped, and two were reclaimed.
The Fannin County School System held their annual Teacher of the Year Banquet Tuesday, September 14. Teachers of the Year are shown, from left, Sabrina Howard, Fannin County High School; Brittany Newton, Fannin County Middle School; district-wide winner Chris Parker, Blue Ridge Elementary School; Christie Holtman, East Fannin Elementary School; and, district-wide runner up Karen Goode, West Fannin Elementary School.

The Fannin County School System held their annual Teacher of the Year Banquet Tuesday, September 14. Teachers of the Year are shown, from left, Sabrina Howard, Fannin County High School; Brittany Newton, Fannin County Middle School; district-wide winner Chris Parker, Blue Ridge Elementary School; Christie Holtman, East Fannin Elementary School; and, district-wide runner up Karen Goode, West Fannin Elementary School.

Parker named top teacher

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Blue Ridge Elementary School (BRES) Media Specialist Chris Parker is the county-wide 2023 Teacher of the Year. The announcement was made after each nominee from the county’s schools were recognized during the annual Teacher of the Year Banquet Tuesday, September 14.
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News Observer sends survey to Blue Ridge candidates

News Staff
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
The News Observer has sent a survey containing six questions to the 13 candidates for the six City of Blue Ridge offices up for grabs in the November 2 election. The results of that survey will be published in the September 29 issue of the newspaper.
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Chamber plans political forum October 6

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
City of Blue Ridge voters will be offered a first hand look at the candidates for mayor and city council when the Fannin County Chamber of Commerce hosts a Candidate Forum Wednesday, October 6, beginning at 6 p.m.
David Belle Isle promises to fix Georgia’s election problems.

David Belle Isle promises to fix Georgia’s election problems.

Winning, unity festival topics

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Words of unity, enthusiasm and winning filled the air at the Epworth Community Club Saturday when the Fannin County Republican Party held a Fall Festival that included a full slate of speakers.
World War II Navy veteran Bill Langford gives a thumbs up before taking off at the Gilmer County Airport Tuesday, September 14, as part of the non-profit organization Dream Flights’ Operation September Freedom.

World War II Navy veteran Bill Langford gives a thumbs up before taking off at the Gilmer County Airport Tuesday, September 14, as part of the non-profit organization Dream Flights’ Operation September Freedom.

A day for veterans

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Three World War II veterans and Blue Ridge Assisted Living residents seized an opportunity to take flight in a restored World War II era biplane Tuesday, September 14. The flights were made possible by the non-profit organization Dream Flights as part of their Operation September Freedom.
Sydnie Grace Jones’ mother, Melinda, holding microphone, addressed a crowd gathered to remember her daughter and dedicate an intersection named in her honor. Shown with Melinda are, from left, Sydnie’s brothers Andrew and Conner Jones, and her father, Anthony Jones.

Sydnie Grace Jones’ mother, Melinda, holding microphone, addressed a crowd gathered to remember her daughter and dedicate an intersection named in her honor. Shown with Melinda are, from left, Sydnie’s brothers Andrew and Conner Jones, and her father, Anthony Jones.

Fond memories of Sydnie Jones fill dedication event

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Memories of love, friendship, thanks, and joy echoed through a pavilion at Meeks Park in Blairsville for the dedication of the Sydnie Grace Jones Memorial Intersection.