Blue Ridge, Ga – Blue Ridge Police Chief officially came home on Tuesday, February 3, 2021, after his release from the hospital in January 2021. Scearce, who’s also the Post One-elect for Fannin County, spent 94 days in the CHI Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, Tenn. battling COVID-19 and related health conditions, including a collapsed lung […]
Read More »COVID-19 Variant Cases Increase in Georgia
Atlanta – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is confirming there are now 19 cases of COVID-19 variant B.1.1.7 identified in Georgia. This is the same variant discovered in the U.K. and in several other countries and U.S. states. So far, no other COVID-19 variants have been identified in Georgia. The B.1.1.7 cases in […]
Read More »Sen. Steve Gooch Assumes Additional Duties in State Senate
ATLANTA (January 25, 2021) | Recently, Sen. Steve Gooch (R – Dahlonega) received his committee assignments for the 2021 legislative session. Sen. Gooch will serve as the Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Vice Chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee, and as a member of the Ethics, Finance, Reapportionment and Redistricting, and Regulated Industries and […]
Read More »Changes on the way for Fannin Commission meetings, Walker selected interim CFO
BLUE RIDGE, Ga – At the first commission meeting of the new administration, Chairman Jamie Hensley proposed several changes to the format. Going forward, for a trial period, the meetings will be moved until 6 p.m., instead of 5:15 p.m. The later start time will hopefully give more citizens an opportunity to attend the meetings, […]
Read More »Johnson agrees to serve as Post One Commissioner for 90 days
BLUE RIDGE, Ga – Former Post One Earl Johnson took a moment to clear up the details surrounding his extended time in office. Johnson acknowledged that he’s comfortable continuing to serve the county for a period of time while Post One-elect Johnny Scearce continues to recover. However, he did put a time limit on his […]
Read More »Former Fannin resident allegedly identified as “zip tie guy” in Capitol riot
WASHINGTON DC – FBI tracked down with the public’s help the alleged “zip tie guy” and identified him as Erik Munchel using context clues in the Capitol Hill photographs. The zip tie guy was covered head to toe with few identifying markers, which led to close examinations of any photo with the individual. Once identified, […]
Read More »Community comes together following horrific car accident
BLUE RIDGE, Ga – Three Fannin teenagers are in critical condition following a car crash on January 12. Now, Fannin students and residents are doing their part to help the families during this difficult time. The accident occurred just past the Fannin/ Union County line at the intersection of 515 and Nottely Dam Road, across […]
Read More »Ralston to form House election integrity committee
ATLANTA, Ga – During the pre-legislative conference, Georgia Speaker of the House David Ralston confirmed they would form a special committee concerning election integrity. The committee will devote its “full attention” to restoring confidence in the election process. Several Georgians continue to believe voter fraud occurred in the presidential election, but three recounts confirmed the […]
Read More »What’s going on with the Fannin’s Post One seat?
BLUE RIDGE, Ga: With Post One-elect Johnny Scearce continuing to recover from COVID-19-related illnesses, Fannin County Commissioners discussed the board’s options until he assumes responsibilities. At this time, there’s not a set timeline for Scearce to take his oath of office and begin his commission term. However, the law is ambiguous about when the oath […]
Read More »Rep. Andrew Clyde reaffirms commitment to object to election’s certification, condemns violence
WASHINGTON DC – Ninth District Representative Andrew Clyde (R-GA) issued a statement following today’s events at the nation’s Capitol. “I fully support the right to peacefully protest and I will always defend that right. I also share and understand the frustration of the millions of Americans that feel cheated out of a fair election. That […]
Read More »“Un-American”: Kemp, Ralston, Duncan condemn violence at the Capitol
ATLANTA, Ga – Georgia Republican Leaders Governor Brian Kemp, Speaker of the House David Ralston, and Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan spoke out against the violence in the United States Capitol. Kemp called the actions of the extremists “un-American” and a “disgrace.” He commented on the peaceful protests that took place in Georgia over the summer, […]
Read More »Senate runoff election results for Fannin County
FANNIN COUNTY, Ga – The polls have closed for the U.S. Senate runoff elections. To review the unofficial election returns for Fannin County, check out the list below. Please remember all the results are unofficial until certified by the Secretary of State. Precincts: 100% reporting U.S. Senate (Perdue seat) David Perdue (Rep) (I) – 11,052 […]
Read More »More Georgians to Become Eligible to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine
Atlanta – Governor Brian Kemp and Commissioner Kathleen Toomey, M.D., M.P.H., announced plans to add adults aged 65 and older, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and first responders to the current group of individuals eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Healthcare workers and staff and residents of long-term care facilities are already in this highest priority group. […]
Read More »Fannin County officials take their oath of office
BLUE RIDGE, Ga – Fannin County prepared for a new administration on Thursday, December 17 when several county officials took their oath of office. For Fannin County Board of Commissioners, it’s quite literally a new administration with two-thirds of the commission changing over. The new Chairman Jamie Hensley took his oath on a family bible […]
Read More »School board members sworn in for another four years
BLUE RIDGE, Ga – Board members Chad Galloway, Terry Bramlett, and Lewis DeWeese were sworn in by Appalachian Judicial Circuit Superior Court Judge John E. Worcester to serve out their new board of education terms. Each incumbent member won reelection in November. Worcester thanked the school system for inviting him to the night’s meeting. “I’ve […]
Read More »Fannin Commissioners approve 2021 budget
BLUE RIDGE, Ga – The three Fannin County Commissioners approved the 2021 operating budget after some discussion about the sheriff’s account. The total 2021 budget was $29,356,858 plus $87,675 for the sheriff’s office. The addition kept the sheriff’s account the same as it was in 2020. “A good flat budget. I’m pleased that everybody’s pitched […]
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