ELLIJAY, Ga – David Belle Isle (R) took a minute to address why he’s running for Secretary of State even though the incumbent Republican intends to run for reelection. Former Alpharetta Mayor and runner-up on the 2018 primary runoff for Secretary of State, Belle Isle supported candidate and eventual Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger until […]
Read More »Donaldson and Womack selected as new UCS principals
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – Union County Middle School and Primary School officially have new principals, Pat Donaldson and Shane Womack. “We are blessed to have amazing talent in the Union County School District. Therefore, we chose to open the two principal positions to internal applicants only. As a result, four individuals who met the posting requirements […]
Read More »Belle Isle takes aim at Raffensperger’s policies
ALPHARETTA, Ga – Former Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle hosted his Secretary of State campaign kick-off on Monday, March 22 at Alpharetta City Park and called out Raffensperger’s elections procedures. Trump supporter State Senator Brandon Beach (R – Alpharetta) introduced the candidate. Beach spoke about until after the November election his cell phone seldomly rang […]
Read More »New COVID-19 vaccine appointment scheduling tool
GAINESVILLE – Beginning Monday, March 22, District 2 residents can use the new DPH online registration tool for making vaccination appointments. Residents can log on to the app at https://gta-vras.powerappsportals.us/ or they can call 1-888-457-0186. In addition, the District 2 call center is still available at 1-888-426-5073. Residents can also access the registration link on […]
Read More »Hice begins raking in endorsements for SOS
ATLANTA – Shortly after announcing his intent to run for Secretary of State, Tenth District Congressman Jody Hice (R – Athens) began garnering endorsements. Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz and former President Donald Trump have issued statements of support. Trump called Hice “one of our most outstanding Congressmen” and “a steadfast fighter for Georgia conservative values.” […]
Read More »Hice and Belle Isle enter the Georgia Secretary of State Race
ATLANTA – Fellow Republican and incumbent Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger will face primary competitors after 10th District Representative Jody Hice (R – Athens) and former Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle announced their candidacies. Rumblings of Hice’s run began last week, and FYN previously informed the public to expect a statement from the Congressman. In […]
Read More »Daylight Savings Time begins Sunday, March 14
Daylight Savings Time begins this Sunday, March 14th at 2 a.m. Be sure to set your clocks ahead one hour before going to bed Saturday evening (Spring Forward), and remember to check the batteries in your home smoke detectors. A bill for Georgia to stay in Daylight Savings Time Recently passed by House with a […]
Read More »Georgia Expands COVID Vaccine Eligibility
Atlanta – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) and Governor Brian Kemp today announced the state will expand its vaccine eligibility March 15, 2021, to include adults aged 55 and older, individuals with disabilities, and certain medical conditions. Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities are already eligible for vaccination. This expansion now includes disabilities […]
Read More »Register for Union County’s next vaccination event on March 17
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – The next mass vaccination event has been planned for March 17, 2021. It’s the Pfizer vaccine with a second dose event scheduled for April 7. Those eligible for the vaccine are: Adults age 65 and older Caregivers of adults 65 and older Emergency first responders Healthcare workers Residents and staff of long-term […]
Read More »District 2 public health announces appointments available for vaccine
GAINESVILLE – The 13 District 2 county health departments have appointments available now for the COVID-19 vaccine. “Recent shipments have given us enough vaccine to open up more appointments for residents,” said Alan Satterfield, Director of Nursing. “We hope that residents who are eligible to be vaccinated will take this opportunity to make an appointment.” […]
Read More »Sons of the American Revolution honor Blairsville Police Department
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – Sons of the American Revolution, Blue Ridge Mountain Chapter, paid tribute to the Blairsville Police Department during the March 2 City Council meeting. Chapter leadership presented the award of appreciation to Police Chief Michael “Bear” Baxter. “The Blue Ridge Mountain Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution presents this award to […]
Read More »Georgia House passes legislation to cut taxes and create jobs
ATLANTA – Today, the Georgia House of Representatives passed four pieces of legislation to cut taxes on Georgia families and businesses, as well as create jobs and expand economic opportunity across the state. These measures include the Tax Relief Act of 2021, the Georgia Economic Recovery Act of 2021, the Georgia Economic Renewal Act of […]
Read More »Sports betting bill back in committee for unclear reasons
ATLANTA – Georgia Lottery Mobile Sports Wagering Integrity Act (HB 86) was sent back to committee without explanation for the second time today. The move sets back the legalization of online sports betting just a few days ahead of Atlanta hosting the NBA All-Star game. HB 86 includes a provision for professional sports teams to […]
Read More »Navy Seabees celebrate 79th birthday on March 5
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – “The only trouble with your Seabees is that I do not have enough of them,” General Douglas MacArthur reportedly told, father of the Seabees, Admiral Ben Moreell. If history’s been any indication, America and the U.S. military have certainly benefitted from their continuous hard work. Union County Sole Commissioner Lamar Paris honored […]
Read More »Navy Seabees celebrate 79th birthday on March 5
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – “The only trouble with your Seabees is that I do not have enough of them,” General Douglas MacArthur reportedly told, father of the Seabees, Admiral Ben Moreell. If history’s been any indication, America and the U.S. military have certainly benefitted from their continuous hard work. Union County Sole Commissioner Lamar Paris honored […]
Read More »Union COVID-19 vaccination event rescheduled for February 26
The mass vaccination event has been rescheduled for Friday, February 26 at the same time. Please know that this will not affect the vaccine effectiveness, and the second dose will be within the recommended window of vaccination. Individuals need to show up at their appointment time and bring their vaccination card. Those on Medicare should […]
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