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COVID-19 Update

COVID-19 Update

Sixth case of COVID-19 reported in Fannin County

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
The Georgia Department of Health has reported six cases of COVID-19 and no virus related deaths in Fannin County as of Wednesday, April 1 at 7 p.m. According to the department, there are 4,748 confirmed cases of COVID-19 statewide.
COVID-19 Update

COVID-19 Update

Fifth COVID-19 case reported in Fannin County

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
The Georgia Department of Health has reported five cases of COVID-19 and no virus related deaths in Fannin County as of Wednesday, April 1 at noon. According to the department, there are 4,638 confirmed cases of COVID-19 statewide.
Tharaka-Nithi County, Kenya children wave to the camera while wearing their new Copper Basin and Fannin County sports shirts, donated by Tim and Debbie Smith of North Georgia Sports Zone.

Tharaka-Nithi County, Kenya children wave to the camera while wearing their new Copper Basin and Fannin County sports shirts, donated by Tim and Debbie Smith of North Georgia Sports Zone.

Kenya youngsters arrayed in Fannin, Copper Basin attire

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Several children in Tharaka-Nithi County, Kenya can be seen sporting around in Copper Basin and Fannin County athletic attire.
Fannin County Animal Control Officer J.R. Cornett kneels with this female Plott Hound found in the My Mountain subdivision in Morganton March 25. This girl will be staying at Animal Control until reclaimed or adopted. She has a black brindle coat with amber colored eyes. View her under Animal Control number 111-20.

Fannin County Animal Control Officer J.R. Cornett kneels with this female Plott Hound found in the My Mountain subdivision in Morganton March 25. This girl will be staying at Animal Control until reclaimed or adopted. She has a black brindle coat with amber colored eyes. View her under Animal Control number 111-20.

Adopt A Pet

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Fannin County Animal Control is restricting volunteers at this time to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Folks interested in adopting or searching for a lost pup are still able to do so by calling the facility at 706-632-3845.
The Blue Ridge Community Theater “Costume Ladies” took initiative in sewing together masks to supplement the demand of N95 masks which deter airborne COVID-19 Monday, March 23. Helpers shown, from left, are Sue Hoagland, Pam Wilson, Deb Chavez, Renee Roberts and Olivia DeLoy.

The Blue Ridge Community Theater “Costume Ladies” took initiative in sewing together masks to supplement the demand of N95 masks which deter airborne COVID-19 Monday, March 23. Helpers shown, from left, are Sue Hoagland, Pam Wilson, Deb Chavez, Renee Roberts and Olivia DeLoy.

“COSTUME LADIES” USES TALENTS TO MAKE MASKS

News Staff
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Master Gardener Denise Atkins, right, instructs East Fannin Elementary students on how to plant their seeds during a special class Monday, March 2. Listening attentively are, from left, Hadley Queen, Memori Sorensen and Cullen Kimsey.

Master Gardener Denise Atkins, right, instructs East Fannin Elementary students on how to plant their seeds during a special class Monday, March 2. Listening attentively are, from left, Hadley Queen, Memori Sorensen and Cullen Kimsey.

EAST FANNIN STUDENTS LEARN GARDENING

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Fannin County High School soccer player and senior Sydnie Jones is one of many young people feeling the effects of COVID-19 related school closures.

Fannin County High School soccer player and senior Sydnie Jones is one of many young people feeling the effects of COVID-19 related school closures.

Seniors missing experiences

Mollie Morrow
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
The rise of COVID-19 has put a damper on many things, and the last school year for Fannin County High School (FCHS) seniors is no exception. “The coronavirus has really hit me hard,” FCHS senior and soccer player Sydnie Jones said of how the pandemic has affected her.
Superintendent Dr. Michael Gwatney

Superintendent Dr. Michael Gwatney

Gwatney waiting to see what future holds

Sydney Criteser
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp issued an executive order, Thursday, March 26, extending the closure of public elementary and secondary schools through April 24. At this time, Fannin County School System Superintendent Dr.