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Long Branch SRO Nick Parrish was slimed in celebration of exceeding the school's original fundraising goal, much to the pleasure of LBES students (from left) Ellie Flynt, Micah Smith and Briley Seabolt.

Long Branch SRO Nick Parrish was slimed in celebration of exceeding the school's original fundraising goal, much to the pleasure of LBES students (from left) Ellie Flynt, Micah Smith and Briley Seabolt.

Deputy is a good sport for kids fundraiser

Jake Cantrell
Thursday, February 11, 2021
It started with water, flour, green Jello powder and some baby shampoo. And an $8,000 proposition. “We were told if the kids raised $8,000 we would do slime and I said ‘Heck yeah, I’m all about that,’” said Long Branch Elementary School Resource Officer Nick Parrish.
TLC Humane Society's lead caregiver Christine Sheppard shares a moment with Annie (left) and Buckle, a pair of bonded dogs at the shelter. Bonded pairs tend to be overlooked when it comes to adopting a new pet, as most applicants only plan on adopting one animal at a time, causing animals like Annie and Buckle to spend a longer than average time at the shelter.

TLC Humane Society's lead caregiver Christine Sheppard shares a moment with Annie (left) and Buckle, a pair of bonded dogs at the shelter. Bonded pairs tend to be overlooked when it comes to adopting a new pet, as most applicants only plan on adopting one animal at a time, causing animals like Annie and Buckle to spend a longer than average time at the shelter.

TLC looking for loving homes for pets

Jake Cantrell
Wednesday, February 3, 2021
For many local pets, TLC Humane Society is little more than a rest stop on the way to finding a “forever home.
Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners approved the first round of designs, which consisted of the outdoor water park portion of the aquatic center including a splash pad, lazy river and water slide.

Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners approved the first round of designs, which consisted of the outdoor water park portion of the aquatic center including a splash pad, lazy river and water slide.

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County plunges into new pool planning

Jake Cantrell
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Plans to begin the Cottrell Aquatic Center were passed by Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners in early November, putting an end to a two year chase to secure funding for the project and starting a new journey: actually building it.
COVID has complicated plans for a new medical complex on Hwy. 400, but plans are still in the works.

COVID has complicated plans for a new medical complex on Hwy. 400, but plans are still in the works.

COVID delays new hospital plan

SHARON HALL
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Shovels have yet to be put in the ground for the long-awaited Northeast Georgia Medical Center complex on Highway 400. But the plans to build the new facility have not been abandoned.
Vaccine demand vexes health officials

Vaccine demand vexes health officials

Vaccine demand vexes health officials

SHARON HALL
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Frustration ruled the day Monday for seniors 65 and older trying to make appointments for a COVID vaccine shot—and health department employees as well. It began last week at the local Health Department. “We have never seen the phone ring like this.
Lumpkin County Schools Central Office

Lumpkin County Schools Central Office

Schools shift back to virtual learning

Jake Cantrell
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Lumpkin County Schools announced that the system will start the second half of the school year virtually, with no students returning to in-person school for the first two weeks of the semester.
Haley Dibble played on the first Lumpkin County volleyball team in school history in 2009 at the middle school. Now as the head coach of the LCHS team, Dibble led her team to the best record and first region championship in program history.

Haley Dibble played on the first Lumpkin County volleyball team in school history in 2009 at the middle school. Now as the head coach of the LCHS team, Dibble led her team to the best record and first region championship in program history.

Dibble taking Lumpkin volleyball team to new heights

Jake Cantrell
Wednesday, December 30, 2020
As an eighth grade member of the first volleyball team in Lumpkin County, Haley Dibble started from the bottom.
Instructors Brad Bowelle (left) and Wayne Marshall of Brad's United martial arts studio, have taught numerous students skills and techniques that transcend simply fighting another human. When facing hardship due to COVID-19, Bowelle was tasked with practicing the same resolve he preaches against the "unknown opponent" just to keep the doors of his studio open and in business.

Instructors Brad Bowelle (left) and Wayne Marshall of Brad's United martial arts studio, have taught numerous students skills and techniques that transcend simply fighting another human. When facing hardship due to COVID-19, Bowelle was tasked with practicing the same resolve he preaches against the "unknown opponent" just to keep the doors of his studio open and in business.

Karate studio fights back against COVID

Jake Cantrell
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
When Brad Bowelle’s karate students approach their opponent, there’s a level of mystery and uncertainty. It’s why they train for the unknown, to be ready for anything.
Rainbow Children’s Home has been welcoming and caring for children in need for over 20 years, with Executive Director Melinda Frausto at the helm.

Rainbow Children’s Home has been welcoming and caring for children in need for over 20 years, with Executive Director Melinda Frausto at the helm.

Rainbow Children's Home celebrates 20 years of service

SHARON HALL
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
In the 20 years Rainbow Children’s Home has existed, its mission has not changed. That mission is to provide a safe haven, a place where children who have been removed from their home due to neglect, and often abuse, and those who find themselves in state care can heal, grow and be safe.
Lumpkin County Manager Stan Kelley was presented with a framed resolution, resolving to name what was once the old library building the Kelley Building, which will be home to the Development Services staff once completed. Kelley was honored in front of friends and family as well as former commissioners and other elected officials of Dahlonega and Lumpkin County, during the Nov. 17 Board of Commissioners meeting.

Lumpkin County Manager Stan Kelley was presented with a framed resolution, resolving to name what was once the old library building the Kelley Building, which will be home to the Development Services staff once completed. Kelley was honored in front of friends and family as well as former commissioners and other elected officials of Dahlonega and Lumpkin County, during the Nov. 17 Board of Commissioners meeting.

County manager surprised by building dedication

Jake Cantrell
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
Stan Kelley knows about every item on the agenda each time there’s a Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners meeting. As county manager, it’s his job, and a job he does well.