Fannin County GA- Eggs and Issues Breakfast, hosted by the Fannin County Chamber of Commerce, had a great turn out consisting of chamber and non-chamber members. In attendance was Senator Steve Gooch, along with local leadership and elected officials. Mayor of Blue Ridge, Rhonda Haight, spoke on issues within the city and county concerning young […]
Read More »David Ralston announces he will not run again for Speaker of the House
Mr. Ralston will not seek another term as Speaker of the House.
Read More »UNG Blue Ridge Campus- Pumpkin Carving Contest
Check out the amazing carvings from our UNG Blue Ridge Pumpkin Carving Contest from last Friday! Congratulations to Evan Brown (first picture) for being our Carving Contest Winner!
Read More »Fannin County High School Students on Their Way to a CNA Certificate
FANNIN COUNTY, Ga. – As part of the Nursing Pathway at Fannin County High School students are able to obtain a Georgia certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). This certification enables students to find immediate employment opportunities in the healthcare field as a CNA. The students pictured will finish their CNA training and take […]
Read More »Fannin FFA Attended National Convention in Indianapolis
Congratulations to Fannin FFA students who got opportunity to attend National Convention in Indianapolis. Also, special congratulations to Layne Epperson for her American FFA Degree. We are super proud of your accomplishments and look forward to what the future holds for you. .
Read More »Fannin County High School- XCEL North Ga Welding Competition
On Saturday October 22, 2022, the Fannin County High School Welding Class entered the XCEL North Ga Welding Competition held at Hardy’s Chevrolet in Dallas Ga. There were 12 teams entered in this competition. Four of these teams belonged to Fannin High. 1st place went to Fannin High School’s all-female team called Cinderella Carriage. This […]
Read More »West Fannin Elementary Second- Step Skill of The Month
The West Fannin Elementary Second Step Skill of the month for September was Assertiveness. These skills are based on our school-wide skill-building curriculum called Second Step. Assertiveness means asking for what you want or need in a calm, respectful manner. These students and staff were chosen for consistently displaying this skill throughout the month. Congratulations to all […]
Read More »Fannin County Middle School- 8th REACH Signing Ceremony
Fannin County Ga- Fannin County Middle School hosted the REACH signing ceremony on Thursday October 13, 2022. Realizing Educational Achievement Can Help (REACH), is a Georgia educational program to aid in student long term success. This ceremony was the eighth signing hosted for Fannin County Middle School Students. REACH is a needs-based mentorship and scholarship […]
Read More »Annual FFA Alumni Youth Fair
Fannin County Ga. On Saturday, September 17th Fannin County FFA Students participated in the Annual FFA Alumni Youth Fair at the Agriculture Center. The show included chickens, rabbits, sheep and goats. In the Chicken Production CJ Fiorito, 9th grade FFA member, was placed first by judge Tyler Messer. Following the chickens, Abby McFarland, 10th grade FFA, was […]
Read More »Fannin County Teacher of the Year 2022
FANNIN COUNTY, Ga. Congratulations to the 2022 Fannin County Teacher of the Year, Mandy Housley. The Fannin County Teacher of the Year Banquet 2022 bestowed their appreciation for the excellence in education. There was one nominee from each of the five schools: Alex Whitener- Blue Ridge Elementary School, Tiffany Brown- East Fannin Elementary School, Stacy […]
Read More »North Georgia Health District Media Release
The North Georgia Health District has received limited doses of monkeypox vaccine as part of the distribution of federally funded JYNNEOSTM vaccine to public health districts throughout Georgia. These vaccines are available at no cost to the individual. However, due to a limited number of doses, the vaccines are available online by appointment only, depending […]
Read More »Hangover For Hounds
Will you join us on Saturday, Aug 27th from 1 – 6 at Buck Bald Brewing for Hangover For Hounds? (160 Ocoee Street, Copperhill, TN) It’s a fundraiser for HSBR… there is no cover charge – just come on by! What To Expect: Live Music by Jeb Rogers from 1 – 4 50/50 Raffle […]
Read More »Fannin County Students are Recognized by the School Board for their success at the National Conference
The Board recognized the MS and HS Technology Student Association (TSA) programs for their huge success at the National Conference this summer. On June 26th, 11 Fannin High School and Middle School students traveled to Dallas, TX for the National Technology Student Association Conference under the supervision of Mrs. Alesha Stiles, Mrs. Michelle Davis and […]
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