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The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners may tap their unassigned fund balance in order to hold the millage rate steady, balance the budget and create 27 new and part-time first responder positions.

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners may tap their unassigned fund balance in order to hold the millage rate steady, balance the budget and create 27 new and part-time first responder positions.

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County Commission budgets for 27 new first responder positions

Keith Murden
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
During a special called session last week to discuss the budget for Fiscal Year 2025, the Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners appeared ready to fund 27 new first responder positions totaling $1,173,000, granting Sheriff Stacy Jarrard and Fire Chief David Wimpy critical components of their...
Check out all the fun in the special section in Dog Days of Dahlonega! It’s an animal extravaganza that represents Lumpkin County’s love for our four-legged friends. Inside this week’s print edition and E-edition.

Check out all the fun in the special section in Dog Days of Dahlonega! It’s an animal extravaganza that represents Lumpkin County’s love for our four-legged friends. Inside this week’s print edition and E-edition.

Dog Days of Dahlonega special section has arrived!

News Staff
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
We’re dog people here at The Nugget.  Most of us are also cat people. (Though for some of us, allergies get in the way.)  And you could even say we’re Scottish Highland cow people.  Especially this week.  Because this week we’ve teamed up with local businesses to bring you Dog Days of Dahlonega.
Executive Director Russell Davis and local businessman Bill Hardman Jr. are two of the folks working to organize the inaugural Camp Glisson pickleball tournament to ensure that all children have a chance to experience the camp.

Executive Director Russell Davis and local businessman Bill Hardman Jr. are two of the folks working to organize the inaugural Camp Glisson pickleball tournament to ensure that all children have a chance to experience the camp.

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Pickleball tournament to benefit Camp Glisson

JOHN BYNUM
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Camp Glisson has been part of Dahlonega for longer than most people remember, and it’s about to have a very important birthday.
Should local schools ban cell phones?

Should local schools ban cell phones?

Should local schools ban cell phones?

Keith Murden
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Lumpkin County resident and Dawson County educator Jim Guy has had a lot to say recently on the issue of cell phone use in the classroom. “My goal of … talking to anybody who will listen to me about this is to offer solutions and to get in front of this crisis.
A preliminary design unveiled during a recent budget meeting shows the new teardrop-shaped loop road, highlighted in blue, which will serve as the County’s new recycling center.

A preliminary design unveiled during a recent budget meeting shows the new teardrop-shaped loop road, highlighted in blue, which will serve as the County’s new recycling center.

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Recycling center in the works for County

Keith Murden
Thursday, July 18, 2024
The long and winding path to a new and improved Lumpkin County recycling center appears to be leading right back to the transfer station which already hosts a group of unmanned recycling bins.
Representatives from the City of Dahlonega Police, Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office and the Sheriff’s Volunteer Organization helped to manage a large crowd during the recent 4th of July celebration.

Representatives from the City of Dahlonega Police, Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office and the Sheriff’s Volunteer Organization helped to manage a large crowd during the recent 4th of July celebration.

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Local festivals get helping hand from officers and volunteers

JOHN BYNUM
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
No matter what time of year, Dahlonega is the place to be during holidays.  Thousands of visitors, along with local residents routinely gather downtown for parades, expos, musical events and more.  And along with the crowds comes the necessity to keep everyone safe.
Members of the Yahoola Creek Reservoir Study Committee listen in as Planning Director Rebecca Mincey outlines the key priorities of the 2020 Reservoir Master Plan.

Members of the Yahoola Creek Reservoir Study Committee listen in as Planning Director Rebecca Mincey outlines the key priorities of the 2020 Reservoir Master Plan.

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Reservoir road plan is nearly ready to roll

Keith Murden
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
A revised “plan B” that would provide much-needed parking and access to the rear of the Yahoola Creek Reservoir property at Lake Zwerner is coming into sharper focus after the Yahoola Creek Reservoir Study Committee met last week.
The long-debated issue of river rights took a turn last week as a new law governing navigable streams went into effect, sending ripples throughout the state. (Photo courtesy of Zach Porter)

The long-debated issue of river rights took a turn last week as a new law governing navigable streams went into effect, sending ripples throughout the state. (Photo courtesy of Zach Porter)

State law limits local river access

News Staff
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
By Matt Aiken & David Williams / The Nugget & Capitol Beat  --------------  If you’re hoping to paddle, float or fish in local rivers this summer you might want to consult property lines before shoving off into the Etowah or Chestatee.
Jim Guy and his son Beau march their way towards the square in the Veterans Day parade. This July 4, Jim will return to the Public Square, in colonial attire, to read the Declaration of Independence.

Jim Guy and his son Beau march their way towards the square in the Veterans Day parade. This July 4, Jim will return to the Public Square, in colonial attire, to read the Declaration of Independence.

Declaration to be read in Dahlonega on 4th

News Staff
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
By Dylan Henschen / The Nugget  ---------------  “That would have been something to be alive for,” says Jim Guy.  The ‘something’ he refers to is hearing the first time the Declaration of Independence was read aloud in the streets of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in July of 1776.
Lumpkin County Department of Family and Children Services Director April Arnold (right) explains her 2025 budget priorities to the Board of Commissioners during a recent special work session.

Lumpkin County Department of Family and Children Services Director April Arnold (right) explains her 2025 budget priorities to the Board of Commissioners during a recent special work session.

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County Commission continues to hear budget concerns

Keith Murden
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Soaring inflation and a shortage of qualified workers were common complaints heard during a packed session of County meetings last week.