Atlanta – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has reached its goal of testing 100,000 individuals in 10 days. More than 108,000 tests were processed since Commissioner Kathleen E. Toomey, M.D., M.P.H, set the DPH goal last week. “This is an important benchmark for Georgia as we work to stop the spread of COVID-19 in […]
Read More »Commissioners discuss limiting 2020 spending
FANNIN COUNTY, Ga – Chairman Stan Helton, Post One Earl Johnson, and Post Two Glenn Patterson were in total agreement about suspending non-critical capital improvement projects for the foreseeable future. “We know the cost potentially is going to go up potentially for what we have to deal with and most certainly revenue coming in. Our […]
Read More »Fannin County Recreation Center reopens by appointment
BLUE RIDGE, Ga – As Georgia continues to “get back to normal,” residents of Fannin County now have the option to book a visit to the recreation center. On Monday, May 4, the recreation center opened to the public with several new provisions in place to ensure the safety of all patrons. For now, visitors […]
Read More »Blue Angels, Thunderbirds to flyover Atlanta on Saturday
ATLANTA, Ga – The Blue Angels and Thunderbird flyover on May 2 is in support of the state’s frontline workers in the fight against COVID-19. It will begin over Marietta at 1:35 p.m. and last 25 minutes, ending at 2 p.m. The Thunderbirds and Blue Angels flight path will take them over Buckhead, Sandy Springs, […]
Read More »Shelter in Place order extended for medically fragile until June 12
ATLANTA, Ga – Governor Brian P. Kemp signed Executive Order 4.30.20.01 which extends the medically fragile shelter in place and the Public Health State of Emergency until June 12. The entire statement from the governor is below: “Tonight at 11:59 PM, the statewide shelter in place order for most Georgians will expire. However, moving forward, […]
Read More »All nine House of Representatives candidates debate
ELLIJAY, Ga – With the Georgia Primary finally set for June 9, the nine candidates for U.S. House of Representatives District Nine seat met for a Zoom debate. The nine Republican candidates are State House District 8 Rep. Matt Gurtler, District 50 State Senator John Wilkinson, State House District Rep. 9 Kevin Tanner, property rights […]
Read More »April 27 to be a day of prayer for Georgia as fight against COVID-19 continues
Atlanta, GA – On Monday, April 27, Governor Brian P. Kemp will join Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan, Speaker David Ralston, and faith leaders from across Georgia in holding a Day of Prayer service in the rotunda of the Georgia State Capitol at 10:00 a.m. As the state continues to battle COVID-19, Kemp, Duncan, and Ralston are […]
Read More »Georgia Mountains Health offering free drive up COVID-19 testing
BLUE RIDGE, Ga – Georgia Mountains Health is offering drive by testing for anyone in our area who meets the nationally recognized testing criteria. Insurance is accepted and the test is free for those without insurance. Our drive by testing site is located at our parking lot, 165 Blue Ridge Overlook. Currently, we are testing […]
Read More »Georgia Dept. of Labor addresses unemployment options
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp and the Georgia Department of Labor are partnering to ensure Georgians understand their unemployment options as the state begins the safe reopening of businesses. Governor Kemp announced plans Monday to safely and incrementally reopen sectors of the economy, and today, Labor Commissioner Mark Butler encouraged employers to work with […]
Read More »Kemp easing restrictions and opening some businesses
ATLANTA, Ga – In a 4 p.m. press conference Gov. Brian Kemp outlined a plan to reopen the Georgia economy in accordance with Phase One of President Trump’s plan. Starting on Friday, April 24, gyms, fitness centers, hair salons, nail salons, tattoo parlors, estheticians, their respective schools, bowling alleys, and massage therapists can open back […]
Read More »Georgia Board of Cosmetology and Barbers Issues Safety Guidelines for Reopening
Atlanta, GA – Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers issued guidance for the safe reopening of Georgia’s salons and spas. “I deeply appreciate the work of Kay Kendrick and the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers to prepare guidelines for implementation by Georgia’s shops and salons,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “As we begin the process […]
Read More »Collins Calls for Preservation of Local News in the Midst of COVID-19
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) joined several of his colleagues in sending a letter to President Donald J. Trump urging the Administration to direct federal government advertising funds to local news and media outlets to ensure local media can continue to inform our communities in the midst of COVID-19 and after this pandemic is behind us. “Local […]
Read More »Kemp easing restrictions and opening some businesses
ATLANTA, Ga – In a 4 p.m. press conference Gov. Brian Kemp outlined a plan to reopen the Georgia economy in accordance with Phase One of President Trump’s plan. Starting on Friday, April 24, gyms, fitness centers, hair salons, nail salons, tattoo parlors, estheticians, their respective schools, bowling alleys, and massage therapists can open back […]
Read More »Kemp issues statewide emergency for severe weather damage
Atlanta, GA – Today Governor Kemp declared a statewide state of emergency following severe storm damage across Georgia over the last twenty-four hours. “We are praying for those who lost loved ones overnight and the families dealing with severe storm damage. In coordination with private-sector partners, multiple state agencies – including the Georgia Emergency Management and […]
Read More »Overnight storms result in road washing out and power outages
BLUE RIDGE, Ga – The overnight severe thunderstorms washed out Damascus Road and left more than 8,000 people in the tri-state area without power. Damascus Road is closed to thru traffic until further notice after a culvert washed out last night. A flood advisory is in effect until 7:56 p.m. this evening. Weather statements recorded […]
Read More »Congressman Ferguson endorses Doug Collins for Senate
WEST POINT, GA – Congressman Drew Ferguson (R-GA) today became the first member of Georgia’s congressional delegation to endorse a candidate in the race to fill the seat formerly held by Senator Johnny Isakson. Ferguson, who represents Georgia’s 3rd Congressional district, also serves as Chief Deputy Whip on the House GOP leadership team. In a […]
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