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New YHC athletic director shares vision with Shakers

New YHC athletic director shares vision with Shakers

HIAWASSEE – The Mountain Movers and Shakers welcomed new Young Harris College Athletic Director Michael Ross to the Sundance Grill on Friday morning, July 31, to introduce his new leadership team and share his vision for the future of Mountain Lion Athletics. “I’m excited to see what we’re able to…

Scientists showcase research during GMREC Field Day

Scientists showcase research during GMREC Field Day

The Georgia Mountain Research and Education Center opened its gates to the public on Wednesday, July 22, for its biennial Field Day, giving attendees a chance to learn about the agricultural research taking place there directly from the scientists conducting it. The program lasted from 8 a.m.

Correction:

In a July 29 article titled “Henderson case to feature pre-trial hearings all week,” the newspaper reported incorrect information regarding a GBI investigation into the alleged illegal sale of a personal vehicle by Towns County Sheriff Ken Henderson to the Sheriff’s Office. The newspaper published…

SPLOST, ‘gaga ball’ make county meeting

SPLOST, ‘gaga ball’ make county meeting

Union County Sole Commissioner Harold Collins debuted the new county meeting venue and time on Thursday, July 16, hosting his monthly business at the Sports Center instead of the courthouse, and at 9:30 a.m. instead of 6 p.m.

Duck Derby tix on sale now to benefit local kids

Duck Derby tix on sale now to benefit local kids

“It’s duck season,” warned Blairsville Police Chief Michael “Bear” Baxter ahead of the yellow swarm that will soon overtake Butternut Creek at the Union County Farmers Market. This year marks the Eighth Annual Duck Derby, and hopes are high that the community will follow up last year’s outstanding…

Correction:

The North Georgia News recently reported that the America 250 Parade on July 4, 2026, was the first-ever Independence Day parade through Downtown Blairsville. A lifelong resident of Union County called the newspaper last week to say that Blairsville actually held a Fourth of July parade 50 years…

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