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Associate producer Michael Harris (left) talks with Lumpkin County Historical Society president Chris Worick as videographer Wesley Nichols films segments for an upcoming episode of the GPB show Hometown Georgia to air on Oct. 31.

Associate producer Michael Harris (left) talks with Lumpkin County Historical Society president Chris Worick as videographer Wesley Nichols films segments for an upcoming episode of the GPB show Hometown Georgia to air on Oct. 31.

TV show to feature local ghost-towns

JOHN BYNUM
Monday, September 16, 2019
Half an hour. That's how long associate producer Michael Harris has to sum up more than a century of history surrounding many of the formerly bustling areas around Dahlonega which have now disappeared.
Lumpkin County Sheriff Stacy Jarrard keeps watch over the public square in Dahlonega amid hundreds of law-enforcement personnel at a political rally on September 14. (photo by Matt Aiken))

Lumpkin County Sheriff Stacy Jarrard keeps watch over the public square in Dahlonega amid hundreds of law-enforcement personnel at a political rally on September 14. (photo by Matt Aiken))

Downtown protests dominate day in Dahlonega

Matt Aiken
Saturday, September 14, 2019
The usual sights and sounds of fall tourist season in downtown Dahlonega were replaced by chants, cheers, barricades and boots on the ground as rally-goers and counter protesters filled opposite ends of the Public Square on Saturday afternoon.
City scrambles as rally looms large

City scrambles as rally looms large

City scrambles as rally looms large

News Staff
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
by Jake Cantrell & Matt Aiken  —  As much of Dahlonega braces for a controversial rally on Saturday, Mayor Sam Norton says he’s “praying for rain.” But the city council is also taking drastic action at the same time. “We’re going to play the cards that are dealt to us,” Norton said.
DAR promotes Constitution Week awareness Sept. 17-23

DAR promotes Constitution Week awareness Sept. 17-23

DAR promotes Constitution Week awareness Sept. 17-23

News Staff
Monday, September 9, 2019
September 17, 2019, begins the national celebration of Constitution Week. The weeklong commemoration of America’s most important document is one of the country’s least known official observances.
New Tourism Director Sam McDuffie has hit the ground running to begin promoting Dahlonega in fresh ways to potential visitors.

New Tourism Director Sam McDuffie has hit the ground running to begin promoting Dahlonega in fresh ways to potential visitors.

McDuffie steps up as new Tourism Director

JOHN BYNUM
Monday, September 9, 2019
Tourism could be Dahlonega's new gold rush, if you ask Sam McDuffie. The former director of the Dahlonega Gold Museum is now utilizing his many years of experience to help move the town forward in the critical tourism industry. "What can I do on a daily basis to make a difference?
Deb Rowe and the crew at Shenanigans Irish Pub are teaming up once again for a good cause at this year’s Shucking for Shamrocks fundraiser.

Deb Rowe and the crew at Shenanigans Irish Pub are teaming up once again for a good cause at this year’s Shucking for Shamrocks fundraiser.

Shucking for Shamrocks event supports good cause

Jake Cantrell
Thursday, August 29, 2019
Supporting the Jerry Lewis telethon, designed to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), was a Labor Day staple for Deb Rowe, owner of Shenanigans Irish Pub, and her family. In part, it was a fun tradition filled with great entertainment.
Candidates face off for city council

Candidates face off for city council

Candidates face off for city council

Matt Aiken
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
By Matt Aiken The Nugget The race is on for Dahlonega City Council. Qualifying came to a close last week with a total of five candidates announcing their intentions to compete for three seats on Election Day this November.
Downtown Dahlonega will be filled with trail enthusiasts when the annual Trailfest weekend returns. This year the Gold Museum will feature several new activities related to the event.

Downtown Dahlonega will be filled with trail enthusiasts when the annual Trailfest weekend returns. This year the Gold Museum will feature several new activities related to the event.

Gold Museum to host Trailfest activities Sept. 6-8

News Staff
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
The Dahlonega Gold Museum will be offering programming events for Trailfest on September 6-8. Trailfest celebrates Dahlonega’s role as a designated Appalachian Trail Community.
You can build-your-own-pizza at Your Pie Dahlonega and help the residents of Rainbow Children’s Home at the same time Aug. 26-28. Todd and Rhonda Strickland, owners of the new family owned and operated restaurant, will hold a Dine and Donate fundraiser prior to their Grand Opening Aug. 30. Make reservations on their Facebook page, Your Pie Dahlonega.

You can build-your-own-pizza at Your Pie Dahlonega and help the residents of Rainbow Children’s Home at the same time Aug. 26-28. Todd and Rhonda Strickland, owners of the new family owned and operated restaurant, will hold a Dine and Donate fundraiser prior to their Grand Opening Aug. 30. Make reservations on their Facebook page, Your Pie Dahlonega.

Restaurant serves up pizza with a purpose

SHARON HALL
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
Local diners will soon be able to help themselves to free pizza, and help out Rainbow Children’s Home in the process. When Your Pie Dahlonega holds its Dine and Donate opening Aug. 26-28 it will be a true “from garden to table,” event—in more than one way.