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Pictured, from left, City Councilman Ross Shirley, Councilman Lance Bagley, Mayor JoAnne Taylor, Councilman Ryan Reagin, Councilman Dan Brown and Lumpkin County Commissioner Rhett Stringer celebrate the groundbreaking of the new pedestrian bridge project.

Pictured, from left, City Councilman Ross Shirley, Councilman Lance Bagley, Mayor JoAnne Taylor, Councilman Ryan Reagin, Councilman Dan Brown and Lumpkin County Commissioner Rhett Stringer celebrate the groundbreaking of the new pedestrian bridge project.

Reservoir pedestrian bridge project expected to begin soon

JOHN BYNUM
Thursday, May 1, 2025
It’s a trail that has been enjoyed for years. But there has always been an element of risk involved for many folks who hike around Lake Zwerner—not because of the trail, but because of where there isn’t a trail.
On March 29, a small army of local volunteers turned out for a Community Helping Day to assist with repairs at the future site of the non-profit Mosaic Bakery & Pizzeria on North Grove Street. A second volunteer day will be held on May 17. (Photo submitted)

On March 29, a small army of local volunteers turned out for a Community Helping Day to assist with repairs at the future site of the non-profit Mosaic Bakery & Pizzeria on North Grove Street. A second volunteer day will be held on May 17. (Photo submitted)

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Non-profit bakery offers more than meals

Keith Murden
Thursday, May 1, 2025
A mosaic refers to an art form in which a combination of small, diverse elements forms a larger picture. That definition applies perfectly to Mosaic Bakery & Pizzeria, a local non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that was recently incorporated in January of this year.
A final ruling was issued April 8 by Senior Superior Court Judge G. Grant Brantley in the case of City of Dahlonega v. Lumpkin County.

A final ruling was issued April 8 by Senior Superior Court Judge G. Grant Brantley in the case of City of Dahlonega v. Lumpkin County.

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Lawsuit is over for City and County

Keith Murden
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
It was a roughly two-year legal battle, with origins dating back more than 20 years. It has cost local taxpayers in both jurisdictions a total of $327,613.17. And all of those invoices haven’t arrived yet.
Senator Steve Gooch (left) answers audience questions during the Q&A portion of the State of the State luncheon. Representative Will Wade also participated in the annual event, which summarized legislative action from this year’s General Assembly session.

Senator Steve Gooch (left) answers audience questions during the Q&A portion of the State of the State luncheon. Representative Will Wade also participated in the annual event, which summarized legislative action from this year’s General Assembly session.

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Representatives review legislative session at State of the State

Keith Murden
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Folks didn’t have to travel to the Capitol last week to find out about all the recent bills that will affect local residents. They got to hear it right from the source—Dahlonega’s own Senate Majority Leader Steve Gooch and State Representative Will Wade.
The University of North Georgia recently released a more detailed report of a weapons-related arrest that occurred on campus earlier this month.

The University of North Georgia recently released a more detailed report of a weapons-related arrest that occurred on campus earlier this month.

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College releases weapons arrest info

Matt Aiken
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
The call went out on the morning of April 8 that a man with a rifle case had been spotted on the University of North Georgia campus, according to a recently released report from school officials.
Instructor Gail Blankenship leads her class during a morning session of Tai Chi for Health at the Lumpkin County Senior Center.

Instructor Gail Blankenship leads her class during a morning session of Tai Chi for Health at the Lumpkin County Senior Center.

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Tai Chi class offers mindful meditation for seniors

Keith Murden
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
A former nurse is one of several local instructors bringing balance to Lumpkin County. The local Senior Center is currently offering inexpensive fitness classes aimed at reducing the need for costly doctor and hospital visits.
The Lumpkin County High School field house is set for an expansion over the summer, with a new portion being added in the open area between the main building and the outdoor pavilion.

The Lumpkin County High School field house is set for an expansion over the summer, with a new portion being added in the open area between the main building and the outdoor pavilion.

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Football field house upgrade gains ground

Keith Murden
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
The high school football team’s success in recent years has caused a good problem—more participation and the need for more space. And by the time the Indians kick off their next football season, an expansion of the existing field house at the Lumpkin County High School is expected to be completed.
Tate Wilson from the KB Advisory Group officially unveils the Revitalizing Dahlonega Plan during the last Monday's meeting at City Hall.

Tate Wilson from the KB Advisory Group officially unveils the Revitalizing Dahlonega Plan during the last Monday's meeting at City Hall.

City seeks housing shortage solutions

News Staff
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
By Matt Aiken & Anna Huffman / The Nugget  --------------  Call it the City’s housing conundrum.  People want to live in the city limits. But people don’t want major housing complexes within those city limits.
Dahlonega Planning Commission member Noah Steinberg asks about a plan for up to 88 apartment units fronting on Torrington Drive and Hamp Mill Road.

Dahlonega Planning Commission member Noah Steinberg asks about a plan for up to 88 apartment units fronting on Torrington Drive and Hamp Mill Road.

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Crowd rejects 88-unit housing plan at Planning Commission

Keith Murden
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
While it may have occurred on April Fool’s Day, last week’s decision by the Dahlonega Planning Commission was no joke for The Crown, LLC. The recommendation was a preliminary setback for plans to develop 88 multi-family rental units near Hamp Mill Road, just outside of downtown.
Becky Buller and her bluegrass bandmates will kick-off Bear on the Square in style on April 25 with a first-ever Friday evening concert during the festival.

Becky Buller and her bluegrass bandmates will kick-off Bear on the Square in style on April 25 with a first-ever Friday evening concert during the festival.

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New concert to kickoff a bigger Bear on the Square

Matt Aiken
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
The Bear is getting bigger. And that’s a good thing for local music lovers. Because this year, Dahlonega’s most popular jam-friendly fest is expanding with a Friday night concert designed to kickoff the weekend in style.