EAT TACOS. HELP PETS. Join us Wednesday, July 22nd as we partner with Safe Pet Project! A portion of the day’s sales will be donated to help support their mission of caring for pets in our community. Enjoy your favorite Lucky’s meal Support local animals Make a difference with every order
Read More »INDEPENDENCE DAY CONCERT AT PARADISE HILLS WINERY
From 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on July 4th, 2026 at Paradise Hills, we invite you to experience a day filled with live music, exceptional wine, and a true sense of American pride. There is no charge for this event, but we will be accepting donations towards The Legacy of Service Scholorship for local, Union County, […]
Read More »Dog Days of Summer
Celebrate the arrival of summer in the North Georgia mountains with a high-energy day dedicated to our favorite four-legged companions! The Dog Days of Summer is more than just a festival, it’s a community-driven mission to connect animals with their forever homes and provide pet owners with resources to thrive. Join us for an unforgettable […]
Read More »4TH ANNUAL GEORGIA STATE FIDDLER’S CONVENTION
Great news for old-time and bluegrass pickers in north Georgia. The 4th Annual Georgia State Fiddler’s Convention returns this year to Blairsville. Arts & Crafts, Food Trucks, and more!!! Date and Time Saturday Jun 20, 2026 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM EDT A COMPLETE CONTEST CATEGORY LIST INCLUDES: * Beginning Fiddle (12 Years & Younger) […]
Read More »Hiawassee Rod Run
The Hiawassee Rod Run is presented by Kahr Motorsports & the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. Open to any 1979 and earlier car as well as any 1999 and earlier truck. Any performance or sport domestic vehicles welcome. $5,000 in CASH Giveaways! Date and Time Thursday, Friday, & Saturday, June 18, 19, & 20, 2026 9am-5pm Location […]
Read More »Goat Yoga at Rhatigan Farms
Come on out for our one hour goat yoga class. This is an all levels class so don?t be intimidated! You can also just sit and snuggle goats. We always bring down baby bunnies and chicks you can visit with after class. Also make sure to check out our gift shop filled with local artisan […]
Read More »Arts, Crafts, and Music Festival
The Spring Arts, Crafts & Music Festival is an annual event held Memorial Day weekend in Downtown Blairsville. This two-day event features a parade, demonstrations, regional crafts and of course, music.
Read More »Goat Yoga at Rhatigan Farms
Come on out for our one hour goat yoga class. This is an all levels class so don?t be intimidated! You can also just sit and snuggle goats. We always bring down baby bunnies and chicks you can visit with after class. Also make sure to check out our gift shop filled with local artisan […]
Read More »Georgia Mountain Fire & Smoke Cooking Festival
Georgia Mountain Fire & Smoke Cooking Festival is a gathering of ceramic cooking fans and experienced cooks from all across the country and Canada. The cooks will be showcasing their skills and talents and will be preparing their specialty recipes all day long. The non-cooks (tasters) get to stroll through the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, sample […]
Read More »Computer Science Teacher Equipment and Community Grant
PRESS RELEASE- Union County Schools is excited to share that we have been awarded the Computer Science Teacher Equipment and Community Grant! Official approval was confirmed at the November 2025 State Board of Education meeting. This grant will strengthen our growing computer science programs by expanding hands-on physical computing and robotics opportunities for students. It […]
Read More »UCHS Marching Band Competed in the Peach State Marching Competition
PRESS RELEASE- The UCHS Marching band recently competed in the Peach State Marching Competition, in Rome, Georgia. This competition is the longest continuously running marching band competition in the state of Georgia, attracting some of the best bands across Georgia and Alabama. Here are the results: -Drum Major-Superior Guard-Superior Percussion-Superior Band-Superior -1st place band in […]
Read More »Local 9th Grader Organizes Donation Drive for Castoff Pet Rescue
Local 9th Grader Organizes Donation Drive for Castoff Pet Rescue Leila Livingston Leads Effort to Help Animals in Need Blairsville, GA — [October 23, 2025] — Castoff Pet Rescue is receiving a much-needed boost thanks to a community donation drive led by 9th grade homeschool student, Leila Livingston. Inspired by her love for animals and […]
Read More »Central Georgia Republican Fish Fry 2025
PRESS RELEASE- Join us for the Central Georgia Republican Fish Fry 2025! Get your tickets now! Scan the QR code on the flyer, or click the following link:
Read More »Vogel State Park Celebrates Opening of New Visitor Center Thanks to Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Grant
PRESS RELEASE- (BLAIRSVILLE, GA) August 8, 2025 – Vogel State Park, Georgia’s second-oldest state park, recently celebrated the grand opening of its new visitor center, made possible in part by a $4.67 million grant from the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program. The ribbon-cutting ceremony brought together state and local leaders, officials from the Georgia Department of […]
Read More »Union County Elementary School Ribbon Cutting
PRESS RELEASE- The New Union County Elementary School Ribbon Cutting! Today we celebrated the ribbon cutting of our new school! Thank you to the Board of Education, Superintendent Hill, UCS Facilities Director Mike Patton, GADOE Facilities and Pupil Transportation Director Mike Sanders, Charles Black Construction, Breaux & Associates, and our faculty and staff for your […]
Read More »Union County Schools will observe a two-hour delay 1.7.25
PRESS RELEASE- Union County Schools will observe a two-hour delay tomorrow, January 7th, 2025, due to the threat of icy road conditions and falling temperatures. Roads will be evaluated across the district in the morning and any necessary changes with the day’s schedule will be communicated by 8:00 AM. Thank you for your understanding and […]
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