The swearing in ceremony was held December 29th and saw the addition of three new appointments to the Court of Appeals. [cincopa AwLAmJ9ajH4r] Amanda H. Mercier Mercier currently serves as a superior court judge within the Appalachian Judicial Circuit. She earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia and a law degree from Syracuse […]
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Governor Deal Declares State of Emergency in North Georgia
Following heavy rains, thunderstorms, and flooding Georgia Governor has declared a State of Emergency in three counties in north Georgia, Fannin, Pickens, and Gilmer Counties. More severe weather is in the forecast for Christmas day. Governor Deal has stated they will continue to monitor the situation. Additional counties may be added.
Read More »Storms Create Fires and Flooding on Christmas Eve in Fannin
Heavy rains and thunderstorms created flooding in much of North Georgia on Christmas Eve 2015. FetchYourNews.com talked with Fannin County Fire Chief Larry Thomas who told us he had been dealing with fire and floods today. Early this morning the Fannin County Fire Department responded to a lightning fire on Scenic Mountain Road off of […]
Read More »Heavy Rains Bring Flooding in North Georgia on Christmas Eve
Heavy rains and thunderstorms throughout the night caused flooding in multiple areas in North Georgia. Rains and thunderstorms were steady throughout the night and into the morning with another round expected later today, Christmas Eve 2015. [cincopa AQFAdId_6Ccu] Reports and photos coming in show areas in Fannin, Gilmer, and Pickens Counties where flood waters are […]
Read More »Julie Fitts Queen Welcomes Everyone to Her Hometown!
About the area – I am proud to let you know that Blue Ridge is a beautiful area with friendly people and a relaxed atmosphere. Fannin County has so much to offer to everyone who wishes to have a home or property here, whether it be for a full time residence, vacation getaway, or simply for investment. […]
Read More »Body of Young Woman from Blue Ridge Found in Gilmer County
The body of a young woman was found late last week in Gilmer County. Detectives with the Gilmer Sheriff’s Office are currently conducting an investigation into the cause of death. The body of Ashley Candelaria was discovered off River Hill Road in Ellijay on Thursday, December 17th. She was 26 years old and from Blue Ridge, GA. […]
Read More »Fannin Highway Project to Widen SR 5 to Five Lanes
Speaker of the House David Ralston announced at the Eggs & Issues held on December 3rd, 2015 plans to widen SR 5 in Fannin county to five lanes. The Speaker called the project a, “Vital transportation project.” The first phase will include widening SR 5 to five lanes from Blue Ridge to Epworth. The second […]
Read More »Local DA is Leading the Way – Sosebee Presents Weapons of Mass Destructions
Some technology has been around forever while smart phones are relatively new. The majority of kids have one and are responsible users however kids are kids and our greatest investment and resource. Recently it came to our attention how fast times have changed and some misuse with smart phones. Most kids have cell phones […]
Read More »Blue Ridge City Council Makes Personnel Change
The Blue Ridge City Council held its workshop meeting on December 1st 2015 and covered several subjects before moving to Executive Session. The Mayor and City Council Members stayed in executive session for approximately an hour while the media and a few others waited at City Hall. The Mayor and Council emerged and called its […]
Read More »Flooding in North Georgia Closes Schools and Roads
Several areas in North Georgia are affected from flood waters which closed some roads plus Fannin and Gilmer County Schools. Citizens sent multiple pics and some videos to FYN depicting the water levels and showing some roads covered with water. Continuous rain over the past few days and heavy downpours throughout the night created flooding […]
Read More »Blue Ridge City Council Approves More Spending and Appoints Planning Commission
Blue Ridge City Council held its regular meeting on December 1st, 2015. The meeting was called to order and some old business tabled again such as East Main Street so the Mayor and Council could revisit and check progress. The items the council did move on, license plate scanners and appointing a person for the […]
Read More »Donations! Where Does Your Money Go?
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. It is also one of the most giving times as well. People open their hearts and their wallets to help worthy causes and most are legit. When making a decision on which charity to donate to, most people consider the “efficiency” of the organization. What percentage of […]
Read More »Letter to Citizens of Blue Ridge – Gingerbread Village Relocated to Senior Center
Dear Citizens of Blue Ridge: It was brought to our attention day before yesterday (right before we start construction) that Council Member Angie Arp no longer wants the Gingerbread Village in City Hall. We understand she thinks there is a security issue at City Hall and she has enlisted the time and cost […]
Read More »Pet of the Week – Meet Rufus
Rufus is a lovely young man with a ready smile and very ready for a cuddle. He looks like a Treeing Walker Coonhound Mix. However, his true breeding is unknown; but if there was a breed called friendly that’s what he is. He has a beautiful short-hair brindled coat, is neutered and house trained. He must […]
Read More »Fannin County Board of Education Meeting 11/12/2015
Fannin County Board of Education Meeting 11/12/2015
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