ATLANTA, Ga – The Blue Angels and Thunderbird flyover on May 2 is in support of the state’s frontline workers in the fight against COVID-19. It will begin over Marietta at 1:35 p.m. and last 25 minutes, ending at 2 p.m. The Thunderbirds and Blue Angels flight path will take them over Buckhead, Sandy Springs, […]
Read More »UPDATE: Union County Nursing Home patient tests positive for COVID-19
UPDATE: April 27 BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – In the April 27 Georgia Department of Community Health Long-Term Care Facility Report, it added a confirmed positive patient case in the Union County Nursing Home. Previously, the government agency also listed a UCHS employee as positive for COVID-19. The April 27 data also increased the resident census to […]
Read More »Free testing available from Public Health in Gainesville on May 1
GAINESVILLE, GA – On Friday, May 1, District 2 Public Health will join the Georgia Mountain Food Bank to offer free food distribution to residents. The event will be held at the lower field at Allen Creek Soccer Complex in Hall County. One package of food per car can be picked up between 8:30 a.m. […]
Read More »Decision yet to be made concerning 2020 UCHS and Woody Gap graduation
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – During the April 2020 board of education meeting, Superintendent John Hill revealed that Union County High School and Woody Gap principals and graduation committees would prefer to wait until closer to May 22 before finalizing 2020 commencement ceremonies. COVID-19 outbreak has resulted in school districts across the state thinking outside the box […]
Read More »April 27 to be a day of prayer for Georgia as fight against COVID-19 continues
Atlanta, GA – On Monday, April 27, Governor Brian P. Kemp will join Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan, Speaker David Ralston, and faith leaders from across Georgia in holding a Day of Prayer service in the rotunda of the Georgia State Capitol at 10:00 a.m. As the state continues to battle COVID-19, Kemp, Duncan, and Ralston are […]
Read More »Georgia Dept. of Labor addresses unemployment options
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp and the Georgia Department of Labor are partnering to ensure Georgians understand their unemployment options as the state begins the safe reopening of businesses. Governor Kemp announced plans Monday to safely and incrementally reopen sectors of the economy, and today, Labor Commissioner Mark Butler encouraged employers to work with […]
Read More »Union County Schools establish end of year plans
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – Union County Schools issued a statement concerning the end of the school year and parents/ students’ options from May 11 to May 22. Students who have demonstrated proficiency in their course work by May 8 will have the option to continue their educational enrichment from May 11 until May 22. Otherwise, their […]
Read More »Georgia Board of Cosmetology and Barbers Issues Safety Guidelines for Reopening
Atlanta, GA – Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers issued guidance for the safe reopening of Georgia’s salons and spas. “I deeply appreciate the work of Kay Kendrick and the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers to prepare guidelines for implementation by Georgia’s shops and salons,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “As we begin the process […]
Read More »COVID-19: How to behave if you get sick
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – Union County EMA (UCEMA) offered details about how to properly care for oneself and others if potentially exposed to COVID-19. The number of confirmed cases in Union County has grown over the past week and will likely continue to spread. So, people should consider the following: “The first thing is to know […]
Read More »Collins Calls for Preservation of Local News in the Midst of COVID-19
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) joined several of his colleagues in sending a letter to President Donald J. Trump urging the Administration to direct federal government advertising funds to local news and media outlets to ensure local media can continue to inform our communities in the midst of COVID-19 and after this pandemic is behind us. “Local […]
Read More »Kemp easing restrictions and opening some businesses
ATLANTA, Ga – In a 4 p.m. press conference Gov. Brian Kemp outlined a plan to reopen the Georgia economy in accordance with Phase One of President Trump’s plan. Starting on Friday, April 24, gyms, fitness centers, hair salons, nail salons, tattoo parlors, estheticians, their respective schools, bowling alleys, and massage therapists can open back […]
Read More »District 2 Public Health announces new testing guidelines
GAINESVILLE, GA – In a press release issued today by District 2 Public Health, it outlines that the state has expanded the testing guidelines to include those without symptoms if they meet certain qualifications. “District 2 Public Health is ramping up specimen collection to help meet Governor Kemp’s call for increased testing. This is made […]
Read More »Thunderstorms result in power outages, flooding, and downed trees
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – The overnight severe thunderstorms and high winds left 7,900 in the area without power and multiple trees blown down, and some flooding. No injuries reported at this time. Weather statements recorded winds of up to 60 mph at 1:23 a.m. A Tornado Watch was also issued late into the night for Union […]
Read More »Kemp issues statewide emergency for severe weather damage
Atlanta, GA – Today Governor Kemp declared a statewide state of emergency following severe storm damage across Georgia over the last twenty-four hours. “We are praying for those who lost loved ones overnight and the families dealing with severe storm damage. In coordination with private-sector partners, multiple state agencies – including the Georgia Emergency Management and […]
Read More »Congressman Ferguson endorses Doug Collins for Senate
WEST POINT, GA – Congressman Drew Ferguson (R-GA) today became the first member of Georgia’s congressional delegation to endorse a candidate in the race to fill the seat formerly held by Senator Johnny Isakson. Ferguson, who represents Georgia’s 3rd Congressional district, also serves as Chief Deputy Whip on the House GOP leadership team. In a […]
Read More »Collins urges Windstream to provide increased access to rural broadband
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Reps. Doug Collins (R-Ga.), Austin Scott (R-Ga.), and Sanford Bishop (D-Ga.) today sent a letter to Windstream underscoring the importance of providing increased access to broadband – particularly in rural areas – in the midst of COVID-19. “As representatives of thousands of Windstream customers, we write today regarding the impact coronavirus has had on broadband […]
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