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Coronavirus closures impact county

Coronavirus closures impact Lumpkin County

Matt Aiken

Friday, March 13, 2020

A wave of coronavirus-related closures impacted Dahlonega in an big way on Thursday with the announcement of major postponements and cancellations across the county.

THE MARCH 11 EDITION OF THE DAHLONEGA NUGGET IS OUT NOW. CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S ARTICLES

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2020

HEADLINES IN THIS WEEK'S EDITION • Comeback cat travels 900 miles from home • County approves $8 million aquatic center plan • ELECTION 2020—Candidates declare for dozen seats • Lumpkin County purchases land near reservoir SPORTS • Soccer player Kenney signs with Truett McConnell • Rifle...

Dahlonega resident Skyler Alexander went on an emergency road-trip in order to track down her lost cat Pepper.

Comeback cat travels 900 miles from home

Matt Aiken

Wednesday, March 11, 2020

Pepper the cat was probably only looking for a good place to take a nap when she crawled into the open U-Haul on Trevor Trail late last month. She picked the wrong spot.

(Pictured from left) Author Rona Simmons, retired NFL football player Bill Curry, and Author Carolyn Curry.

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Literary Fest boasts big lineup for 17th year

Jake Cantrell

Thursday, March 5, 2020

For local lovers of literature, the Dahlonega Literary Festival (DLF) is likely circled on the calendar each year. However, the 17th installment, which starts this Friday, could be the biggest one yet.

Dahlonega Science Festival returns this weekend

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Dahlonega Science Festival returns this weekend

Jake Cantrell

Thursday, March 5, 2020

The third annual Dahlonega Science Festival looks to give participants a glimpse into the future of science and technology, all while embracing the fun behind getting involved with science.

Pictured (from left) David Peacock, Keebo Sanders, Jimmie Zwally and Nathan Scranton make up Stay Dahlonega's treehouse squad. After overcoming their addictions and finding Christ at Waypoint Ministry, the team's success is now inspiring others who are currently enrolled at Waypoint. (photos by Jake Cantrell)

Waypoint grads are building hope

Jake Cantrell

Wednesday, March 4, 2020

What will soon be an ADA-approved complimentary cottage at the forefront of Stay Dahlonega’s treehouse subdivision was once a building sliding off its foundation, headed for the bottom. “It was sliding off the hill,” Rebecca Jackson, marketing director for Stay Dahlonega, said.

Construction is moving along quickly on the new downtown hotel that’s set to open some time this summer.

Downtown hotel construction progressing

GREG FINAN JR.

Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Final franchise details surrounding the fast rising hotel in the center of downtown Dahlonega remain murky. But construction is still moving along as planned, said Mayor Sam Norton.

Fresh 'n Low closing approaches

SHARON HALL

Wednesday, February 19, 2020

The days are numbered for Dahlonega’s Fresh n' Low. Many shelves—and even more parking spots are now empty at the downtown grocery. And most of the inventory is 30 percent off, according to a sign on the door.

Public gives input on Reservoir plans

SHARON HALL

Friday, February 14, 2020

About 90 people wandered in and out of the Yahoola Creek Reservoir public input meeting last week. People were given the opportunity to show their preference for different programs, activities and facilities to be included on the county-owned acreage surrounding Lake Zwerner.

Among the events at the American Legion Post 239 Bazaar Saturday is a rummage sale, silent auction and dinner, all to support Side By Side. Legion Auxillary members (from left) Liz Neitzke, Amy a Stetson, Marilyn Kirkover, Mary Vindish, Nancy Southerland, Barbara and Venessa Bosanko have been gathering and preparing items for weeks. The all day Bazaar takes place at the Legion Hall off Morrison Moore Parkway.

Legion Post 239 Bazaar coming Feb. 15—to benefit Side By Side

SHARON HALL

Thursday, February 6, 2020

Side By Side, Lumpkin County’s inter-denominational/generational community service project, helps hundreds of people with repairs and upkeep they otherwise would not be able to afford. Many of those it helps are the county’s aging veterans.