Press Release: COVID-19 has had an impact on everything and everyone. For some, it is an occasional conversation topic and inconvenience when they want to go out. For others, it is a constant subject due to them having to deal with restrictions, protective procedures, or even treating the sick every day. From an Emergency Management […]
Read More »Prescribed burn scheduled for February 25, northwest of Blairsville
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – The US Forest Service is planning a prescribed burn on Thursday, February 25th, 2021. The 127 acre Chapman Ford prescribed burn unit is along the east side of Lake Nottely, in Union County, approximately six miles northwest of Blairsville, along Chapman Ford Road and Gray Road. The burn is expected to start […]
Read More »Perdue opts out of 2022 Senate race
ATLANTA, Ga – After taking the first step and filing paperwork with the Federal Election Commission, former Senator David Perdue (R – Ga) announced this morning that he would not seek a Senate seat in 2022. Perdue would have faced off against Senator Raphael Warnock (D – Ga), who beat Kelly Loeffler in the January […]
Read More »Mask or no mask debate erupts during Union board of education meeting
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – Union County Schools (UCS) instituted a mask mandate at the beginning of the year to slow the spread of COVID-19. Now some are wondering if it’s time to remove the measure. After Christmas, UCS experienced a dangerous spike in cases that almost resulted in the school closing, and after starting the mask […]
Read More »Health departments may have to reschedule COVID-19 appointments
GAINESVILLE, GA – District 2 Public Health announces there may be some appointment changes necessary due to late shipments of Covid-19 vaccine. The winter weather across much of the nation has interrupted the shipment of Covid-19 vaccines to Georgia. Please note that if you have a scheduled appointment, you will still receive your vaccination. The vaccine […]
Read More »Rep. Andrew Clyde formally appeals fines incurred for refusing to abide by Capitol’s metal detectors
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Andrew Clyde (GA-09) released the following statement regarding his appeal of fines incurred resulting from his refusal to abide by Speaker Pelosi’s unlawful placement of magnetometers outside the entrance to the Floor of the House of Representatives: “Today, with the assistance of my private counsel, I appealed the fines I incurred as […]
Read More »Doug Collins still evaluating his 2022 options
ELLIJAY, Ga – Former Congressman Doug Collins didn’t rule out a potential governor or U.S. Senate run in 2022. He confirmed he’s weighing his options and would make a decision in the future. “I’m concerned about conservatism right now,” Collins expressed. “If that means I need to be on the ballot, I’ll be on the […]
Read More »UCS move to online learning day as temperatures drop
Union County Schools will be utilizing online learning today, Tuesday, February 16, 2021. The air temperatures are below freezing and are predicted to drop throughout the morning. Additionally, the roads are very wet and their surface temperatures have been decreasing throughout the early morning hours; therefore, icy roadways are likely. Keeping student and staff safety […]
Read More »David Perdue takes steps to run against Warnock in 2022
ATLANTA, Ga – The 2022 U.S. Senate race starts heating up with former U.S. Senator David Perdue (R – Ga) filing paperwork to potentially run against Senator Raphael Warnock (D – Ga). The former senator, who lost his runoff against Jon Ossoff on January 5, established the “Perdue for Senate” campaign on Monday with the […]
Read More »UCS on two-hour delay pending icy roads tomorrow
UNION COUNTY, Ga – Union County Schools issued a statement regarding classes on Tuesday, February 16. “Union County Schools will observe a two-hour delay on Tuesday, February 16, 2021, due to the threat of icy road conditions as issued by the National Weather Service’s Special Weather Statement. Governor Kemp has also issued a two-hour delay […]
Read More »Potential Black Ice as cold front moves through
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – The National Weather Service (NWS) warns of black ice and light winter precipitation as the winter storm system that swept the country hits Georgia. Cold air hit northwest Georgia this morning producing close to freezing temperatures. NWS Special Weather Statement added: “As the cold front pushes in behind the storm system this […]
Read More »Blairsville looks to become more tourist friendly
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga: Blairsville City Council and the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Board contentiously debated the necessity of a tourism welcome center before deciding to move forward with public parking and bathroom planning. The bathrooms and parking lot will be built on the Haralson property either behind City Hall or closer to the main street depending […]
Read More »UCS selects construction management firm for CCA building and other projects
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – In a called online board meeting on January 28, 2020, Union County School (UCS) board chose Charles Black Construction as the construction management team for upcoming projects. Five firms responded to the construction professional services RFP with proposals. The construction committee presented Charles Black Construction as the recommended firm. Charles Black Construction […]
Read More »Union County declares itself pro-Second Amendment
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – Union County Sole Commissioner Lamar Paris adopted a resolution in support of the Second Amendment during January’s commission meeting. The resolution cited that it’s a Constitutional right for people to “keep and bear arms” as well as the Georgia Constitution which prohibits the state from infringing on that right. Paris and Sheriff […]
Read More »Healthcare science wing dedicated to Avis Shaw
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – Union County Schools dedicated the healthcare science wing to former nurse and school staple Avis Shaw. “In years gone by there were not as many opportunities to go to doctors and specialists and Mrs. Shaw was the first line,” Dr. Paula Davenport stated. “There are a lot of people who care about […]
Read More »Health Departments move COVID-19 vaccinations to offsite clinics
GAINESVILLE – To maximize efficiency for vaccine delivery, District 2 Public Health Departments have coordinated with our community partners to locate COVID-19 vaccine clinics to larger spaces. “This move will allow our staff to provide both first and second doses at one location,” said Zachary Taylor, M.D., District Health Director. “Having a larger space than […]
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