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THE SEPTEMBER 11 EDITION OF THE DAHLONEGA NUGGET IS OUT NOW. CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S ARTICLES

News Staff

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

HEADLINES IN THIS WEEK'S EDITION • City scrambles as rally looms large • UNG students sound off on upcoming protest • Camp Merrill to be featured on Small Town Big Deal TV show SPORTS • Tough times continue for LCHS football versus Jackson • Softball team in good position heading into...

Jann Carl and Rodney Miller spend time with Army Rangers at Camp Frank D Merrill during filming earlier this year.

Camp Merrill to be featured on Small Town Big Deal TV show

News Staff

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Co-hosts Rodney Miller and Jann Carl will feature Camp Merrill on the show “Small Town Big Deal.” The episode will highlight the history of the U.S. Army Ranger camp and the training. The episode was filmed earlier this year.

UNG students sound off on upcoming protest

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UNG students sound off on upcoming protest

News Staff

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

by Matt Aiken & Aubrie Brooks — University of North Georgia staff and students have been alerted of the approaching controversy on the Public Square. And while school officials have declined to comment on the looming rally that will take place September 14, several students were eager to weigh in.

Recently returned Georgia National Guard 2nd Lt. Edgar Rojas (left) presents Pastor Jeff Pullium of Concord at Dahlonega with the flag that flew over the base at Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan where he was stationed. The presentation took place during the church’s recent Warrior Welcome Home celebration.

Soldier returns to warm welcome

SHARON HALL

Monday, September 9, 2019

Concord at Dahlonega recently welcomed home one of their own, along with some of his fellow 48th Georgia National Guard service men and women. He's 2nd Lt. Edgar Rojas, a Lumpkin County High School graduate and JROTC cadet commissioned from the University of North Georgia in 2017.

THE SEPTEMBER 4 EDITION OF THE DAHLONEGA NUGGET IS OUT NOW. CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S ARTICLES

News Staff

Wednesday, September 4, 2019

HEADLINES IN THIS WEEK'S EDITION • City of Dahlonega braces for downtown rally • Trail Fest returns to Dahlonega this weekend • Rescued dog learning new tricks SPORTS • Varsity football undone by Warriors • Lumpkin softball extends win streak to four games • Varsity volleyball team...

Amy Looby and Sienna the Australian-mix make a great team as new members of the Dahlonega Toss & Fetch Club.

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Rescued dog learning new tricks

Jake Cantrell

Wednesday, September 4, 2019

By Jake Cantrell The Nugget To some, it’s just a round piece of plastic, but to Sienna, it’s her favorite toy. And it may have helped save her life. The collie/Austrailian shepherd mix was with Angels Among Us Pet Rescue when she and Amy Looby first met.

Trail Fest returns to Dahlonega this weekend

Jake Cantrell

Wednesday, September 4, 2019

Whether you plan to hit the Appalachian Trail this fall or just enjoy being outdoors, the Dahlonega Trail Fest is a yearly favorite for anyone that ever aims to feel one with nature. This year's 9th annual Trail Fest will begin Friday, Sept. 6 at 5 p.m. and run through 5 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8.

THE AUGUST 28 EDITION OF THE DAHLONEGA NUGGET IS OUT NOW. CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S ARTICLES

News Staff

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

HEADLINES IN THIS WEEK'S EDITION • Candidates face off for city council • City budget set for adoption at next meeting • Tax Commissioner says ‘Pay up or face fines’ SPORTS • Softball team earns good start in Region play • Strong start doesn't last for Lumpkin football in season opener •...

Tax Commissioner says ‘Pay up or face fines’

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Tax Commissioner says ‘Pay up or face fines’

GREG FINAN JR.

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

Lumpkin County Tax Commissioner Rachel Pruitt said she is "making notice." And the target is a list of tardy tax payers. “If you have a non-homesteaded mobile home on your property and it does not have a 2019 decal, you are liable to make an appearance in Magistrate Court and pay a fine," she said.

City budget set for adoption at next meeting

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City budget set for adoption at next meeting

GREG FINAN JR.

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

City of Dahlonega residents should expect to see a decrease in their property taxes and few, if any, increases in service fees when the city council votes to approve the FY 2020 budget at its next scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 3.