Kayla Hipp placed fourth in the Area 1 Entrepreneurship proficiency in Equine Science. Kayla is a sophomore at Fannin County High School. Two years ago, Kayla started her own business, “Breaking Bad Horsemanship.” Kayla takes in problem horses or non-broke horses and corrects their issues. Kayla is the sole trainer of her business and works […]
Read More »Fannin County EMA/EMS Weekly Report
Fannin County EMA/EMS Director Robert Graham 181 Church St. Blue Ridge, Ga. 30513 706-632-1958 Fax 706-632-8003 March 11, 2018 thru March 17, 2018 Responses M1: 40 M3: 17 M4: 24 M11: 22 Total: 103
Read More »Collins Bill to Honor Fallen Marine Sent to President’s Desk
COLLINS BILL TO HONOR FALLEN CLERMONT MARINE SENT TO PRESIDENT’S DESK WASHINGTON—The Senate last night voted unanimously to pass H.R. 3821, legislation to rename Georgia’s Clermont Post Office in honor of Zack T. Addington. Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) introduced the bill this September, and it passed the House in November. “Lance Corporal Zack Addington represents […]
Read More »Now accepting student applications for Fannin County School System’s 4-year-old pre-K class 2018-2019
Now accepting student applications for the Fannin County School System’s 4-year-old pre-K class 2018-2019. Enrollment packets can be picked up at the following locations: Fannin County Board of Education 2290 E First Street Blue Ridge, GA Blue Ridge Elementary 224 East Highland Street Blue Ridge, GA Applications are due on or before April 11, 2018. For […]
Read More »Senator Steve Gooch Honors City of Dahlonega
ATLANTA (January 29, 2018) | Senator Steve Gooch (R – Dahlonega) is pleased to announce Monday, January 29, 2018, as Dahlonega Day at the state Capitol with Senate Resolution 590. “Dahlonega is the gateway to North Georgia and I am grateful to be able to share my home with the rest of my colleagues,” said Sen. […]
Read More »Congratulations to the TSA Engineering TEAMS
Congratulations to the TSA Engineering TEAMS! Both the 9th/10th grade team and the 11th/12th grade team achieved a combined score high enough to qualify to compete at the National TSA Engineering TEAMS competition. The National competition will be held from June 22nd to 26th in Atlanta, GA. It has been 4 years since one of the FCHS TEAMS has […]
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Controlling Springtails
Over the past few weeks, many people have either called or come by the office with a question about tiny, purplish-brown, hopping insects around or in their homes. These tiny creatures are springtails. Springtails are one of those insects that you may wonder why are they here on Earth. But in reality, they serve a […]
Read More »Future Farmers of America is taking pre-orders for fresh strawberries
FFA is taking pre-orders for strawberries. Full flat with 8 (1 quart containers)- $30 ½ flat with 4 (1 quart containers) – $ 15 1 quart container- $4 Checks will need to be made out to FCHS FFA Orders are due by Feb. 15 with payment. Send to Cherie White or Rhonda Mathews at Fannin […]
Read More »Northeast Georgia Worker to Attend State of the Union with Collins
January 27, 2018 Jessica Andrews (202) 225 9893 Northeast Georgia Worker to Attend State of the Union with Collins WASHINGTON—January 30 marks President Trump’s first State of the Union address, where he will speak to a joint session of Congress. Mr. William Robert “Robbie” Salemi, Jr. will join Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) for the event. […]
Read More »Fannin County Young Farmers Monthly Meeting News
The Fannin County Young Farmers Association held their monthly meeting and AG talk at Cucina Rustica on Jan. 18 at noon. Mark Lee owner of RC Drones Sales and Service was the month’s guest speaker. Mr. Lee discussed the use of drones in agriculture and brought several models for demonstration. He also donated 5 drones […]
Read More »BKP Interviews Congressman Collins regarding Government Shutdown and More
Tune in as BKP interviews our very own 9th District Congressman Doug Collins on the current government issues and day 3 of the government shut down. Hear how Collins feels about the situation and what needs to happen to resolve the issues at hand.
Read More »West Fannin Elementary Character Ed winners for March
The Character Ed word for the month of March was Optimism. The definition is “hopeful; focusing on the good in all situations.” These students were chosen for consistently displaying this character trait throughout the month. Congratulations to all of you! Pictured are, from left to right, front row: Sophia Garcia, AbbyGail Grindle, Ella Norris, Ryann […]
Read More »The upcoming Spaghetti Dinner hosted by the Epworth Community Club (125 Schoolhouse Road, Epworth, GA) is Wednesday March 21st
SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER The upcoming Spaghetti Dinner hosted by the Epworth Community Club (125 Schoolhouse Road, Epworth, GA) is NEXT Wednesday March 21st (One week from today) from 4:30 – 6:30 pm. Spaghetti, Bread, Salad & Dessert – $6.Dine-In – Italian atmosphere, checkered table cloths, candles, Italian music, Italy slide-show, Epworth neighbors and more. Carry-Out – To Go Orders can be picked up at […]
Read More »Maintenance And Roadway Repair Begins On Appalachian Development Highway In Fannin County
Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Georgia DOT begins asphalt repair on Appalachian Development Hwy in Fannin County BLUE RIDGE, Ga.– Georgia DOT advises motorists on State Route (SR) 515/ Appalachian Development Highway in Fannin County that a maintenance crew is set to begin today its work on repairing and deep patching the deteriorating asphalt and […]
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