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The silent auction at Paws for Celebration, the annual fundraiser of the Humane Society of Blue Ridge, attracted several bidders going after their favorite items.

The silent auction at Paws for Celebration, the annual fundraiser of the Humane Society of Blue Ridge, attracted several bidders going after their favorite items.

Paws for Celebration draws huge crowd to help humane society

News Staff
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
The Humane Society of Blue Ridge held its third annual fundraiser, Paws for Celebration, Saturday, June 17. The event was to be held in the newly constructed Staurolite Barn located in Mineral Bluff, but as construction projects go, the venue was not ready in time.
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Fannin 911 establishing special needs database

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Fannin County has joined with other counties across Georgia to establish a database through its 911 center that lets first responders know when they are responding to a call that could involve a person with special needs.
A hay bale made this young cowboy’s ride comfortable during the parade through McCaysville and Copperhill.

A hay bale made this young cowboy’s ride comfortable during the parade through McCaysville and Copperhill.

McCAYSVILLE CELEBRATES INDEPENDENCE DAY

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Saturday, July 1, brought a full day of activities to McCaysville for the annual Independence Day celebration. A fishing rodeo for children began the day and was followed by a free hotdog cookout, parade and car show.
Patriotism was everywhere in Blue Ridge.

Patriotism was everywhere in Blue Ridge.

Old Timers' Parade biggest ever

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
The annual Old Timers’ Parade brought a crowd estimated to be in the thousands by officials to Blue Ridge July 4. The Independence Day event featured participants that stretched all around the downtown area.
Sydney Chastain, left, is shown with the subject of her personality profile, Fannin County Emergency Medical Services Director Becky Huffman.

Sydney Chastain, left, is shown with the subject of her personality profile, Fannin County Emergency Medical Services Director Becky Huffman.

Another set of eyes suddenly looked back

News Staff
Monday, July 3, 2023
Editor’s note: This is another in a series of personality profiles written by students in Jodi Williams’  English 1101 class at the University of North Georgia Blue Ridge campus. Each story is a first hand account of a local person who has made an impact on the author.
Glenn Chambers reads the plaque on the wall at the entrance to Fannin County Family Connection recognizing his family for their donation of the building. He is joined by his wife, Lynda, and their sons, Chris and Patrick.

Glenn Chambers reads the plaque on the wall at the entrance to Fannin County Family Connection recognizing his family for their donation of the building. He is joined by his wife, Lynda, and their sons, Chris and Patrick.

Family Connection building dedicated to Chambers family

Glenn Harbison
Monday, July 3, 2023
The Family County Family Connection (FCFC)building was dedicated Tuesday, June 27, as one person after another thanked the Chambers family for their generous donation of the facility.
More detailed information about The Rescue and Overwatch Foundation is offered on their website including information about the Blue Ridge Classic golf tournament coming August 29 to Old Toccoa Farm.

More detailed information about The Rescue and Overwatch Foundation is offered on their website including information about the Blue Ridge Classic golf tournament coming August 29 to Old Toccoa Farm.

Foundation promises service to veterans

Glenn Harbison
Monday, July 3, 2023
The goal of The Rescue and Overwatch Foundation is simple, “It’s all about serving our veterans.” The words are an introduction to the new organization’s website, and are echoed by Ken Brenneman who is chairman of the non-profit group.
Polk County commissioners, from left, Samantha Trantham, Greg Brooks, John Pippenger and Mush Davis address concerns being expressed over biosolids during last week commission meeting at the Copper Basin Community Center.

Polk County commissioners, from left, Samantha Trantham, Greg Brooks, John Pippenger and Mush Davis address concerns being expressed over biosolids during last week commission meeting at the Copper Basin Community Center.

Chemical concerns among biosolid worries

Glenn Harbison
Monday, July 3, 2023
Chemical concerns, legal avenues and questions about enforcement powers over biosolids and their transport were all raised by area residents as they addressed two representatives of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC).
Java Health Chief Executive Officer Bappa Mukherji and Chief Financial Officer Martha Henley greeted visitors to Riverstone Medical Campus and introduced the hospital team.

Java Health Chief Executive Officer Bappa Mukherji and Chief Financial Officer Martha Henley greeted visitors to Riverstone Medical Campus and introduced the hospital team.

“Providing the best quality of care” critical to success

Glenn Harbison
Monday, July 3, 2023
Officials of Java Health, Inc., were introduced to the community last Thursday, and they brought with them a new name for Fannin Regional Hospital. The local health care facility will now be known as Blue Ridge Medical Center as its new owners officially took over July 1.