The race in Georgia has been called! Georgia has turned red! News outlets have called the race in Georgia as a tight race between former President Trump and Vice President Harris. Trump was able to flip the state after Biden previously won the state in 2020. Final numbers are still too early to know, but […]
Read More »Mass power outages after Hurricane Helene
GEORGIA – Hurricane Helene brought high winds, heavy rain, and damage to trees and power lines. Jackson EMC announced that crews are actively working to restore power to 10,808 members across their service area. They stated that this number is already down from nearly 20,000 it started at earlier today. Jackson EMC has “180 contractor […]
Read More »Weather warnings as Hurricane Helene approaches
ATLANTA – As Hurricane Helene approaches Georgia, Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King is urging Georgians to take several precautions before the storm. “Hurricane Helene is expected to make landfall along the Gulf Coast as a major hurricane and continue into Georgia with devastating wind speeds,” said Commissioner King. “Because these damaging winds […]
Read More »Virtual learning days issued due to weather concerns
PRESS RELEASE – Due to weather concerns, the Fannin County School System will operate on a Virtual Learning Day schedule Thursday, September 26, and Friday, September 27, 2024. All extracurricular activities have been canceled. All 12-month employees, principals, and assistant principals should report at regular time if it is safe to do so. Information specific […]
Read More »School threats across Georgia
GEORGIA – In the aftermath of Wednesday’s horrific school shooting, multiple schools across Georgia are reporting threats of violence. Fannin County School System stated that they “wanted to make you aware there have been multiple threats made to schools throughout the state of Georgia over the past 48 hours.” The shooting that took place at […]
Read More »Pet Vaccine Schedule Information
Vaccine Schedule for your information: Excited about our community event hosted by Fannin County Animal Control, Cohutta Animal Clinic and Petco Love offering FREE vaccines. By Appointment Only! Email [email protected] for an appointment for September 14th.
Read More »Paulding Deputy Killed in Ambush While Responding to Domestic Dispute
PAULDING COUNTY, Ga. – Sheriff Gary Gulledge, the Paulding County Sheriff’s Office, and the Paulding County community mourn the loss of one of their Deputies. On Saturday, August 17, 2024, at approximately 6:13 PM, Deputy Brandon Cunningham was gunned down as he responded to a domestic dispute. A male suspect ambushed Deputy Cunningham and his […]
Read More »Humane society reneges on property for animal control
FANNIN COUNTY, Ga. – Supporters of Fannin County Animal Control are ‘extremely disappointed’ to find The Blue Ridge Humane Society has decided to keep the property that was set aside to be the new site of Fannin County Animal Control. FYN spoke to Commissioner Jamie Hensley who confirmed that the humane society did change their […]
Read More »Fannin County Fire Department receives firework grant
PRESS RELEASE – Fannin County Fire Department would like to thank the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council for helping us obtain the fireworks grant for 2024. The grant is partially funded from fees collected for firework stand permits. This grant paid $20,571.00 towards the purchase of equipment to support our operations and equip our […]
Read More »Furry Friends from FCAC
Meet Kay! She is house broken and about 3 years old. She is a sweetheart. She is available for adoption at the Fannin County Animal Control! Learn more about Kay, watch the video below! Donate here! Scan the QR code below to help an animal in need!
Read More »Georgia GOP Passes Resolution Demanding Action on 2020 Fulton County Election Irregularities, Reprimands SEB
PRESS RELEASE – At the Georgia Republican Party State Committee meeting preceding the state convention held on May 18th, a resolution introduced by Sam Carnline, co-founder of GeorgiansForTruth.org and Georgia GOP State Committeeman, was passed unanimously by the committee members. The resolution expresses grave concerns over irregularities in the 2020 presidential election in Fulton County that […]
Read More »Blue Ridge 4th of July
The 4th of July is a time for joy, celebration, and patriotism. And what better place to embrace the spirit of independence than in the charming towns of Blue Ridge and McCaysville, GA? Check out these events: 1. COPPER BASIN FIREWORKS Make your way to McCaysville and Copperhill, the twin cities bordering Georgia and Tennessee, […]
Read More »Blue Ridge Breweries
One of the best ways to get to know a city is to sample the beer and mingle with the brewery folk. Blue Ridge, GA and her neighbors are no exception. With brewers crafting tastes here (officially) since 2012, the old-timers and newbies alike bring diversity to the region that rivals the big cities. However, […]
Read More »Five Idyllic Picnic Spots for Relaxing and Enjoying Mother Nature
Pack your basket with local treats and head to one of these endearing parks for a picnic you’ll adore: Lake Blue Ridge Day Use Area Top of our list is the day use area. You can take in gorgeous views of the lake while feeling a gentle breeze. After your picnic, load your basket […]
Read More »Blue Ridge 4th of July
The 4th of July is a time for joy, celebration, and patriotism. And what better place to embrace the spirit of independence than in the charming towns of Blue Ridge and McCaysville, GA? Check out these events: 1. COPPER BASIN FIREWORKS Make your way to McCaysville and Copperhill, the twin cities bordering Georgia and Tennessee, […]
Read More »Fannin County Student dies after car crash
FANNIN COUNTY, Ga. – On April 1, 2024, five of six children in the Holsonback family of Fannin County were involved in a tragic car accident. While out of town, the Holsonback children were in an accident involving a semi truck, according to the GoFundMe page set up in their honor. Tragically, one of the […]
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