Candidates running for the Gilmer County Commission Chair participated in a public forum debate last Tuesday night at the Gilmer County Courthouse. Danny Hall, Charlie Paris, JC Sanford, and Mark Simmons answered questions prepared by the host, the Gilmer Chamber of Commerce.
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Gilmer County Insurance Premiums Increase
The Gilmer County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting Tuesday concerning a rise in health insurance premiums for county employees. The meeting came just days after the BOC decided to give their employees a 3% raise. Matt Bidwell of MSI Benefits presented the details of the policy changes and made recommendations to the board.
Read More »Ellijay Lions Club host Civil Air Patrol
The Ellijay Lions club hosted the 507 Ellijay Composite Squadron, led by Cadet Chief Master Sergeant Jacob Engstrom. The event presented a report of cadet activities, education and training programs.
Read More »Joan Ruprecht Retires from Faith, Hope and Charity
Volunteers from Faith Hope and Charity joined together to bid farewell and best wishes to Joan last Tuesday.
Read More »Collins Joins Cause to Ban VA Bonuses
Representative Doug Collins went to the floor to speak in favor of an amendment that ensures VA executives don’t get bonuses. The congressman was one of many speaking in support of the amendment.
Read More »Post 4 Board of Education Candiate Speaks at Forum
Retired firefighter Paul Deese spoke to citizens visiting the forum last Tuesday night hosted by the Gilmer Chamber of Commerce at the courthouse. Deese is running for the post 4 seat in the Gilmer County Board of Education. The incumbent Michael Bramlett was absent due to work obligations. Below is the forum video:
Read More »Post 2 Commissioner Candidates Participated in Public Forum Debate
Candidates running for the Gilmer County Post 2 Commissioner participated in a public forum debate last Tuesday night, April 22nd. The event was hosted by the Gilmer Chamber of Commerce. All four candidates were in attendance: Joe Waldrop, Travis Crouch, Mitchell Morgan, and Leon Watkins.
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