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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.
County commissioners aim to defend seats in election

County commissioners aim to defend seats in election

County commissioners aim to defend seats in election

SHARON HALL
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Lumpkin County Commission Chairman Chris Dockery, District 1 Commissioner Dr. David Miller and District 2 Commissioner Bobby Mayfield are all ready to run for reelection to their respective seats in the May 19 General Primary. As of press time, they are unopposed.
Tyler Sloan plays a Friday night set at The Crimson Moon as one of the headliners for the night. Sloan says he grew up on that stage, so coming back to perform there now is special.

Tyler Sloan plays a Friday night set at The Crimson Moon as one of the headliners for the night. Sloan says he grew up on that stage, so coming back to perform there now is special.

Local singer/songwriter launches live album

Jake Cantrell
Friday, February 21, 2020
Tyler Sloan has never liked any of the jobs he’s had. “As far as outside jobs, I've never found something that wasn't completely miserable,” Sloan said. That’s because his dream is to one day make music his job, and anything that comes in the way of that dream becoming a reality is a problem.
UNG will honor retired Army Col. Gerald Lord at the fifth annual Operation Nighthawks of Honor ceremony on Feb. 26.

UNG will honor retired Army Col. Gerald Lord at the fifth annual Operation Nighthawks of Honor ceremony on Feb. 26.

Gerald Lord to be honored at Operation Nighthawks of Honor ceremony

News Staff
Friday, February 21, 2020
By Clark Leonard / UNG Reports --- The University of North Georgia will honor an alumnus who used the lessons of leadership he learned in the Corps of Cadets and the military to mold today's Army leaders. On Feb.
THE FEBRUARY 19 EDITION OF THE DAHLONEGA NUGGET IS OUT NOW. CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S ARTICLES

THE FEBRUARY 19 EDITION OF THE DAHLONEGA NUGGET IS OUT NOW. CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S ARTICLES

THE FEBRUARY 19 EDITION OF THE DAHLONEGA NUGGET IS OUT NOW. CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S ARTICLES

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
HEADLINES IN THIS WEEK'S EDITION • Fresh 'n Low closing approaches • Dozen local seats up for election • Danny's Restaurant to change ownership   SPORTS • Three Lumpkin wrestlers win State • Lumpkin Baseball team begins season 2-1   • Girls basketball makes state playoffs for first time in...