ELLIJAY, Ga. – An annual event, the Festival of Trees that Gilmer’s Library hosts during December showcases tress from local businesses, organizations, and entities. Each year hosts the celebration to kick off the season and has become an essential part of Gilmer’s Christmas Traditions. A well anticipated event, the commissioners discussed the Christmas celebration briefly […]
Read More »New vendor proposal approved for county’s solid waste
ELLIJAY, Ga. – With increasing prices and costs for Gilmer’s Solid Waste Department, negotiations and requests for proposal have come back with Gilmer officially approving Waste Pro out of Ball Ground for the service. Putting in their own compactors and servicing Gilmer with the hauling away of trash, Waste Pro will begin service in the […]
Read More »Gilmer revisiting Comprehensive Plan amid studies
ELLIJAY, Ga. – Expecting no effect on the timeline of the previous moratorium, Gilmer is continuing its process along the debate of Gilmer’s population and density. A widespread topic encompassing large developments, apartment buildings, affordable housing, lot sizes, lot numbers, the comprehensive plan and the moratorium on certain developments, the debate has gone on for […]
Read More »Gilmer Animal Shelter goes all out in preparations of the holidays
GILMER COUNTY, Ga. – Gilmer County’s Animal Shelter (GCAS) and its Director, Daniel Laukka, have plenty to be thankful for this weekend after the Thanksgiving holiday. Between donations allowing for the planning of the coming expansion and upgrades to the animal shelter and donations in early November during their successful Pet Palooza event, they have […]
Read More »Brush fire erupts in Gilmer threatening at least one home
GILMER COUNTY, Ga. – Smoke is billowing into the sky above Gilmer County’s mountains as Fire and Rescue are rushing to the scene today. Fighting the fire right now, Gilmer has six response units on scene when Gilmer Public Safety’s Information Officer Al Cash spoke to FYN. These six units are the core of Gilmer’s […]
Read More »County supporting Hwy 136 and Hwy 183 Scenic Byway
ELLIJAY, Ga. – Joining in support with Dawson County and the Dawson County Chamber of Commerce, the Board of Commissioners voted in approval of supporting a “Scenic Byway” designation for a portion of Hwy 136 and Hwy 182. The resolution indicates a route “that begins in the City of Dawsonville out Hwy 183 and Hwy […]
Read More »Speed detection devices officially adopted in November meeting
ELLIJAY, Ga. – With the official final adoption of the speed detection devices ordinance in the county happening today, Gilmer Sheriff Stacy Nicholson and the Sheriff’s Office will implement devices in the school zones on Yukon Road, Clear Creek Road, and Highway 282. Going through an extensive process that first saw major public attention with […]
Read More »GHS Adulting Day sees community educating students
ELLIJAY, Ga. – “It takes a village to raise a child.” An old proverb and quote repeated over the years comes home to Gilmer County as Gilmer High School returned to its annual Adulting Day event. The event sees members of the county coming into the high school setting and volunteering to educate students on […]
Read More »Gilmer Honors Veteran’s Day today
At the 11th hour today, on this 11th day of this 11th month, a tradition continued for many citizens, a tradition of honor and recognition. This Veteran’s Day celebrates those veterans who have served in our armed forces. Keeping the tradition of the signing of the armistice of World War I, the recognition in Ellijay […]
Read More »Budget Meetings held for Commissioners to discuss 2022 Budget
ELLIJAY, Ga. – With two months left in 2021, talks are underway for Gilmer’s Board of Commissioners to set the coming year’s budget. The annual process begins with meetings with each of the departments, courts, and offices to discuss the budget needs and wants before the county calculates its full revenue side of the budget. […]
Read More »County approves widening of Old Northcutt Road
ELLIJAY, Ga. – Approved for a wedding and events venue in the past, Old Northcutt Road is still seeing more construction in the area and a need for widening to support the traffic on the road. In a special called meeting, the Gilmer County Board of Commissioners addressed the issue as Planning and Zoning Director […]
Read More »Highway 382 Roundabout continues upgrades and completes demolition
ELLIJAY, Ga. – Gilmer County’s newest roundabout has hit two new milestones in the project as it continues along the over $8 million project. With the rainy end to the week leading up to Halloween, the Georgia Department of Transportation’s Highway 382 connector project continued with minor additions. While the project has seen the demolition […]
Read More »String of thefts has authorities investigating
GILMER COUNTY, Ga. – The Sheriff’s Office is asking citizens to be diligent this week as October has seen a string of thefts involving specific equipment. According to a recent post by the Sheriff’s Office, October has seen “several thefts” that have been some type of heavy equipment including tractors and trailers. One citizen noted […]
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Speed Cameras on way to approval for county school zones
ELLIJAY, Ga. – Citizens are still questioning personal information and privacy rights with the Gilmer Sheriff’s Office’s plans to install speed detection cameras in school zones in the area of Yukon/Clear Creek roads by the schools and on Highway 282 near the county Library and Mountain View Elementary. During the Public Hearing for the County, […]
Read More »County will expand water next year with American Rescue Plan
ELLIJAY, Ga. – In discussions for the spending of funds from the American Rescue Plan, Gilmer County’s Board of Commissioners heard a proposal from the Ellijay Gilmer County Water and Sewerage Authority (EGCWSA) to utilize funds for the Roundtop Road area of the county to extend water lines to the Pickens-Gilmer line. Water has already […]
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