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Representatives from the county, city, and the state met recently to break ground on the new roundabout at the intersection of Oak Grove Road and Highway 19-Business.

Representatives from the county, city, and the state met recently to break ground on the new roundabout at the intersection of Oak Grove Road and Highway 19-Business.

New road project is a roundabout way to real progress

News Staff
Wednesday, June 9, 2021
The intersection of Oak Grove Road and Highway 19-Business may not look like much during most of the week. But on certain days. And at certain times. It can transform into a traffic trap that seems to rival the most hectic of Atlanta intersections. A mini-Malfunction Junction if you will.
The Nugget was around for Nic Anderson’s first day of school at Lumpkin County in 2008. It was then that a slightly bleary eyed kindergartener arrived at the classroom of Staci Head and Jennifer Barrett and looked into the camera of Nugget reporter Matt Aiken. Last month, Anderson reenacted that photo.

The Nugget was around for Nic Anderson’s first day of school at Lumpkin County in 2008. It was then that a slightly bleary eyed kindergartener arrived at the classroom of Staci Head and Jennifer Barrett and looked into the camera of Nugget reporter Matt Aiken. Last month, Anderson reenacted that photo.

Nic Anderson named Lumpkin's STAR student

News Staff
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
By Jennifer Ramsay / The Nugget Nicholas Anderson never set out to become Lumpkin County High’s STAR student. In fact, he didn’t even know it existed. “When they told me I was STAR student I just kinda blew it off,” he said. “Like it was cool but I didn’t know what it meant.
The City Council heard plans for a new development for the old city school yard property on North Park Street, including space for eight retail spots and two large restaurants, on the bottom floor and several residential spaces on the second, and potentially third floor.

The City Council heard plans for a new development for the old city school yard property on North Park Street, including space for eight retail spots and two large restaurants, on the bottom floor and several residential spaces on the second, and potentially third floor.

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'Dahlonega-centric' design debated for downtown lot

News Staff
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
By Jennifer Ramsay / The Nugget Once again the Dahlonega City Council heard about big plans for a new development for the old city school yard property on North Park Street. With one big difference.
Woody’s Barber Shop owner Cathy Garner paid her garbage bill Tuesday morning, but wasn't happy about the mandatory fee.

Woody’s Barber Shop owner Cathy Garner paid her garbage bill Tuesday morning, but wasn't happy about the mandatory fee.

Woody’s clashes with city over bill

News Staff
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
The shop window at Woody’s Barber Shop went dark last Thursday morning. The downtown gathering spot, which is often bustling in the early hours, had no lines and no customers.
New county manager selected

New county manager selected

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New county manager selected

Jake Cantrell
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
After a lengthy executive session during the Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners’ May meeting, the board emerged with a new county manager. The board voted unanimously to hire Alan Ours, previously of Glynn County, to be Lumpkin’s new county manager at the May 18 meeting.
LCHS Valedictorian Amelia Langston and Salutatorian Ethan Fox prepare for the graduation ceremony.

LCHS Valedictorian Amelia Langston and Salutatorian Ethan Fox prepare for the graduation ceremony.

Valedictorian and Salutatorian look ahead to future challenges

Jake Cantrell
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
When Lumpkin County High School’s Amelia Langston and Ethan Fox each crossed the stage and received their diplomas during Saturday’s graduation ceremony, they did so knowing they were closing a chapter of their lives filled with memories.
The proposed ordinance reads “…the addition of formula businesses in the B-3 district, if not monitored and regulated, will serve to frustrate the City’s primary goal which is to maintain a unique sense of community and village themes.”

The proposed ordinance reads “…the addition of formula businesses in the B-3 district, if not monitored and regulated, will serve to frustrate the City’s primary goal which is to maintain a unique sense of community and village themes.”

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City may rein in 'formula business' in downtown district

News Staff
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
By Jennifer Ramsay / The Nugget A proposed ordinance could fend off unregulated ‘formula businesses’ in the downtown district of Dahlonega.
Class of 2021 includes (back row) Paula Cooper, Luke Schofield, Robb Nichols, (fourth row) Anna Isaacs, Don Sosebee, Anna Sheppard, Mary Mullinax, Sydney Pierce, Karson Price, Emma Gilstrap, Chase Cotware, Zoe Anderson, Tammy Soles, (third row) Lexi Pierce, Dylan Henshcen, Audrey Hoch, Carder Dockery, (second row) Lucy Basso, Ben Thompson, Courtney Voss, Kylee Abercrombie, Sydney Moore, (front Row) Morgan Tatum, Malaya Brown, Clara Waters, Madison Myers. Not pictured: Tavion Lawrence and Jack Lowry.

Class of 2021 includes (back row) Paula Cooper, Luke Schofield, Robb Nichols, (fourth row) Anna Isaacs, Don Sosebee, Anna Sheppard, Mary Mullinax, Sydney Pierce, Karson Price, Emma Gilstrap, Chase Cotware, Zoe Anderson, Tammy Soles, (third row) Lexi Pierce, Dylan Henshcen, Audrey Hoch, Carder Dockery, (second row) Lucy Basso, Ben Thompson, Courtney Voss, Kylee Abercrombie, Sydney Moore, (front Row) Morgan Tatum, Malaya Brown, Clara Waters, Madison Myers. Not pictured: Tavion Lawrence and Jack Lowry.

Chamber celebrates Lumpkin Youth Leadership Class of 2021

JOHN BYNUM
Thursday, May 20, 2021
The members of Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce Lumpkin Youth Leadership Program recently celebrated the completion of the program with a graduation luncheon at Montaluce.
Lumpkin County Commissioners Chris Dockery and Rhett Stringer discuss the postponement of the May 6 Public Hearing and when the earliest make up meeting could occur, following a misadvertisment of the meeting.

Lumpkin County Commissioners Chris Dockery and Rhett Stringer discuss the postponement of the May 6 Public Hearing and when the earliest make up meeting could occur, following a misadvertisment of the meeting.

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Street market mix-up leads to meeting delay

Jake Cantrell
Wednesday, May 19, 2021
A local man’s fight for an outdoor market has been put on hold for the time being after a recent advertising mix-up led to a meeting postponement.
Sabrina Walker of Spirits Tavern is one of several business owners looking for a few more employees this spring.

Sabrina Walker of Spirits Tavern is one of several business owners looking for a few more employees this spring.

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Labor shortage hits local businesses

News Staff
Wednesday, May 19, 2021
By Jennifer Ramsay & Dave Williams The Nugget & Capitol Beat Like much of the nation, Dahlonega is facing a labor shortage. And nowhere is that more apparent than in the local restaurants.