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Coronavirus cancellations have resulted in a new way of worship for many local churches.

Coronavirus cancellations have resulted in a new way of worship for many local churches.

Churches preach on despite growing virus vexations

SHARON HALL
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
With coronavirus worries looming, several local churches brought their worship services to the web last Sunday. Dahlonega United Methodist Church’s Pastor Steve Schofield said the Bishop asked churches Friday to suspend in-person worship and large gatherings.
Lumpkin County purchases land near reservoir

Lumpkin County purchases land near reservoir

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Lumpkin County purchases land near reservoir

JOHN BYNUM
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
The purchase of 12.19 acres at the corner of Highway 52 East and Rock House Road is well worth the $351,085-plus-change Lumpkin County shelled out for the property, according to local officials.
The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners approved the concept plan for a new county pool at last week’s board meeting. This drawing shows Phase I and II, but for now only Phase I has been approved.

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners approved the concept plan for a new county pool at last week’s board meeting. This drawing shows Phase I and II, but for now only Phase I has been approved.

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County approves $8 million aquatic center plan

SHARON HALL
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
It may be too late for this summer, but the Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners took the first step in providing summer fun to residents next year.
THE MARCH 4 EDITION OF THE DAHLONEGA NUGGET IS OUT NOW. CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S ARTICLES

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

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

News Staff
Thursday, March 5, 2020
HEADLINES IN THIS WEEK'S EDITION • Treehouse squad is building hope in Dahlonega   —City Marshal resumes 911 response   —ELECTION: Smith, Ravert join race for State House seat   SPORTS —Middle school boys soccer rolls over Rebels   —Middle school girls soccer dominates Fannin   —Baseball...
Clint Smith and Sharon Ravert have joined the race for the 9th Georgia House seat.

Clint Smith and Sharon Ravert have joined the race for the 9th Georgia House seat.

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ELECTION: Smith, Ravert join race for State House seat

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
Sharon Ravert and Clint Smith are the newest pair of candidates to have joined the crowded race for the 9th Georgia House seat that’s being vacated by Rep. Kevin Tanner. Tanner recently announced he will run for US Congressman Doug Collins’ seat.
City Marshal resumes 911 response

City Marshal resumes 911 response

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City Marshal resumes 911 response

GREG FINAN JR.
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
Last month’s front-page story on an apparent shift in the Dahlonega City Marshal’s 911 response policy seemed to alarm City Council member Mitch Ridley. At last Tuesday’s work session he said The Nugget mentioned details of the change that had received no formal approval from the council.
Adaptive Golf Program participant Chris Marshall receives advice on how to improve his swing from golf enthusiast and program volunteer Ken Taylor.

Adaptive Golf Program participant Chris Marshall receives advice on how to improve his swing from golf enthusiast and program volunteer Ken Taylor.

Adaptive golf guides veterans through game

GREG FINAN JR.
Friday, February 28, 2020
It’s been said that golf is the game of life. It’s a sport that teaches lessons in self-awareness, camaraderie and overcoming failure. But, for many, those lessons seem out of reach.
Dr. John Raber was a friend to many in Dahlonega and across the state of Georgia.

Dr. John Raber was a friend to many in Dahlonega and across the state of Georgia.

Dr. John Raber left lasting local legacy

SHARON HALL
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Lumpkin County lost one of its most popular personages last week. Dr. John Raber, the man with the ever-present smile, died Thursday, Feb. 20 at the age of 81.