By: Eddie Ayers, County Extension Agent You might be asking yourself “just what is a foxtail?” Foxtail is an invasive weed in pastures and hayfields that produces a seedhead with hurtful sharp awns. The weed gets its name because the seed head looks like a fox’s tail. Livestock likes to feed on the plant when […]
Read More »No Apologies, Sir
Dear President Trump. Most of us, your base, absolutely understand that former Sen. John McCain didn’t like you personally or your presidency either for that matter and often worked hand in hand with Democrats, to thwart your initiatives to drain the swamp. Consequently, we are not distressed that your tepid demonstration of respect on the […]
Read More »Visiting Angel
I had a family room downstairs in my house, and I had established it as my prayer closet. My favorite way to pray was on my knees with my elbows on a round footstool. One night I had just finished praying, and I went upstairs to bed. It seemed as soon as I lay down, […]
Read More »America Has Never Seen Such Perfidy
I might consider it important to be even remotely concerned by the result of the Manafort, Cohen witch trials, that are solely designed to reverse the voters choice in 2016, when I see Hillary Clinton and her cabal of criminal enablers headed for prison or the hangman’s scaffold. Every member of the “deep state” that […]
Read More »Authorities Seeking Information on Possible Victims
Resident in Gilmer County is under investigation in another county. If you have any information on this person or possible victims please contact the numbers listed below.
Read More »Mountain Emergency Animal Center Welcomes Dr. James
Dr. Timothy James has been involved in various aspects of the medical field throughout his life. In college, he studied tick-borne diseases and illness of muscle proteins and was considering a career researching infectious diseases. During his undergraduate years, he shadowed several veterinarians and decided that working with small animals would be his new career path. Dr. […]
Read More »Congratulations GHS Class of 2018
FetchYourNews.com and FYNTV.com would like to send out a special congratulations to the graduating seniors! In honor of your big day we have created a tribute video to the entire class of 2018! Check out our Facebook page the day after graduation for photos from the entire day. Congratulations Class of 2018!
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Pet Safety Tips for the 4th of July
These 4th of July, Pet safety tips brought to you by Mountain Emergency Animal Center!
Read More »Gilmer and Pickens Counties Awarded GDOT Contract
ATLANTA – (May 30, 2018) | Senator Steve Gooch (R – Dahlonega) recently announced a $443,765 contract award to Gilmer and Pickens Counties from the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). This is a part of the more than $112 million awarded to transportation projects statewide. The anticipated completion date for the project is January 31, 2019. “I […]
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Gilmer County and State Election Results 2018 (Final Unofficial)
*These election results are unofficial until being certified by the Secretary of State’s office. 2018 Gilmer County Primary Election Results Gilmer County Post 2 Commissioner Karleen Ferguson (R) – Totals – 1,677 votes at 61.27% Woody Janssen (R) – Totals – 359 votes at 13.12% Jerry Tuso (R) – Totals – 701 votes at 25.61% […]
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Don’t Forget to Change Your Clocks
With the first day of spring right around the corner, daylight saving time begins Sunday, March 11 at 2 a.m. Don’t forget to move your clocks forward one hour before you go to bed on Saturday night!
Read More »Priest announces candidacy for Superior Court
ELLIJAY, Ga. – Appalachian Judicial Circuit Superior Court Judge Mary Elizabeth Priest announced her recent qualification for and intent to run for the Superior Court bench in the May 2018 non-partisan General Election. Ellijay has been her home for 30 years. The Superior Courts handle civil matters, including family and domestic litigation, criminal cases, ranging from […]
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