Register to vote by Oct. 5; sample ballots now available
The last day to register to vote in the upcoming General and Special Elections is Monday, Oct. 5 – just one week prior to the start of early voting on Tuesday, Oct.
GDOT seeking input on Murphy Highway Project
The Georgia Department of Transportation will be holding a Public Hearing Open House next week to discuss the Murphy Highway Widening Project as it works toward acquiring right-of-way and finalizing design plans ahead of an estimated construction start year of 2030. Residents can attend the Open…
Locally born and raised woman turns 100 years old
HIAWASSEE – Happy 100th Birthday to Dorothy Juanita Drake-Dye-Denton! On Sept.
Indian Summer Fest at Woody Gap this weekend
SUCHES – The Indian Summer Festival will return to the Valley Above the Clouds this Saturday, Oct. 3, and Sunday, Oct.
School Board cuts taxes for property owners
The Union County Board of Education enacted a slight property tax break at its Sept. 24 regular meeting.
Collins OKs airport request, investment account for jail
Union County Sole Commissioner Harold Collins’ meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 22, primarily saw updates about county finances and infrastructure, among other business.
Scammer targets readers with newspaper classified ad
Last week, the North Georgia News learned that an individual had placed a scam classified advertisement falsely claiming to be in search of help around the house. This is a first for the hometown newspaper and a humbling reminder that scams are on the rise.
Putting With Patriots tourney outpaces 2025 fundraising
The American Legion Ira Weaver Post 121 and Auxiliary of Blairsville hosted the Fourth Annual Putting With Patriots Golf Tournament at Butternut Creek Golf Course on Thursday, Sept. 17.
Hope in the Mountains event highlights community resources
The annual Hope in the Mountains event hosted by local recovery community organization Positive Pathways fell on Saturday, Sept. 12, reminding Union Countians that recovery, no matter what form it takes, is possible.
Health Fair provides free and low-cost services
Union General Hospital’s annual Health Fair enjoyed high attendance on Saturday, with medical services offered either by practices falling under Union General or other health organizations in the community, all working together to keep area residents in tip-top shape. Admission and most of the…