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Rodeo this weekend in Blue Ridge

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
The Kiwanis Club of Blue Ridge and Mountain Valley Motors are bringing the 26th annual Championship Rodeo to the Kiwanis Fairgrounds in Blue Ridge this weekend, Friday and Saturday, August 19 and 20. Gates open at 6 p.m. with rodeo action getting underway at 8 p.m.
The speed limit between the end of the spillway bridge at Lake Blue Ridge Dam on Old Highway 76 and the Blue Ridge city limits is being reduced to 30 miles per hour due to increased traffic in the area. Commission Chairman Jamie Hensley said last Wednesday new signs would be posted as soon as possible and hopefully by the end of last week.

The speed limit between the end of the spillway bridge at Lake Blue Ridge Dam on Old Highway 76 and the Blue Ridge city limits is being reduced to 30 miles per hour due to increased traffic in the area. Commission Chairman Jamie Hensley said last Wednesday new signs would be posted as soon as possible and hopefully by the end of last week.

Safety concerns lead to reduced speed limit near new facilities

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
Fannin County commissioners have agreed that a reduced speed limit is needed for safety reasons in the area of the new Fannin County school system facilities on Old Highway 76.
Shirley Ann Sosebee

Shirley Ann Sosebee

Sosebee sentenced to 90 days plus five years probation

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
Former Fannin County Tax Commissioner Shirley Ann Sosebee has been sentenced to serve at least 90 days and up to 120 days in jail and five years on probation. She was also fined $6,355 and must meet other terms of a negotiated plea approved by Superior Court Judge James E. Cornwell Jr.
Ginger Rogers, who did not state where she lives when she spoke in public commentary during the Board of Commissioners meeting, said she was confused over how property assessments are determined.

Ginger Rogers, who did not state where she lives when she spoke in public commentary during the Board of Commissioners meeting, said she was confused over how property assessments are determined.

Millage rollback planned by county, schools

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
Fannin County and school system officials are promising to do all they can to keep tax bills comparable to last year even though the number and value of real estate sales have driven up property assessments.
This sweet girl is a Fiest mix who was picked up on Salem Lane in Mineral Bluff August 3. She has a beige coat with dark brown and white patches throughout. Pictured with this pup is Animal Control Officer JR Cornett. View this cute dog using intake number 275-22.

This sweet girl is a Fiest mix who was picked up on Salem Lane in Mineral Bluff August 3. She has a beige coat with dark brown and white patches throughout. Pictured with this pup is Animal Control Officer JR Cornett. View this cute dog using intake number 275-22.

Adopt-A-Pet

Hannah Jack
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Fannin County Animal Control had taken 13 dogs into their care as of Friday morning, August 5. This past week, two of the dogs were owner reclaimed, and two were sent to Homeward Bound. Volunteers are welcome to visit, walk and play with dogs at the facility during business hours.
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No foul play seen in man’s hanging

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
No foul play is suspected in the death of a man found hanging from a tree in front of the cemetery on Summit Street in Blue Ridge Tuesday, August 2. Lieutenant Samuel Rosiles of the Blue Ridge Police Department said Officer Pete Tinkman was dispatched to the scene shortly before 8 p.m.
This Georgia Department of Transportation map, recently sent to Fannin County Commission Chairman Jamie Hensley, shows a detour route for the replacement of the William T. “Boss” Mull Memorial Bridge. The detour would use the bridge and McCaysville bypass, which still have to be constructed.

This Georgia Department of Transportation map, recently sent to Fannin County Commission Chairman Jamie Hensley, shows a detour route for the replacement of the William T. “Boss” Mull Memorial Bridge. The detour would use the bridge and McCaysville bypass, which still have to be constructed.

GDOT revises plans for bridge detour

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) officials have acted quickly in response to Fannin County concerns over closing the William T. “Boss” Mull bridge over the Toccoa River in McCaysville while it is rebuilt.
Southeast Operations and Sales Support at Denali Water Solutions Glenn Dowling is shown holding composted biosolids at the Copperhill Industries tour event August 9. The compost only consists of biosolids and wood chips.

Southeast Operations and Sales Support at Denali Water Solutions Glenn Dowling is shown holding composted biosolids at the Copperhill Industries tour event August 9. The compost only consists of biosolids and wood chips.

CHI owner defends composting

Hannah Jack
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Copperhill Industries LLC (CHI) invited current elected officials, incoming commissioners and community leaders for a tour of the CHI site last Tuesday, August 2.
Taxpayer confusion addressed

Taxpayer confusion addressed

Taxpayer confusion addressed

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Fannin County officials are urging taxpayers not to be alarmed by the recent property assessment notices they have received. Many of these notices reflect a substantial increase in assessed value. Values are driven by building costs and sale prices within the market.