Hiawassee, GA – The BEST of Union County has just unveiled the 1st ever County Wide Scavenger Hunt! From all four corners of Union County, 15 businesses and 5 attractions have opted to be included in this fun and economically stimulating activity. Each of the twenty stops have either fun activities or challenges to complete. You even get rewarded for completing... Read more
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Union County Scavenger Hunt
July 17 | Posted by editor | News, Union Tags: Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce
NGTC Graduate Shares Experience With Students
July 16 | Posted by editor | News, Union Tags: North GA Technical CollegeBlairsville, GA – North Georgia Technical College graduate Brad Gooch is climbing the HVAC career ladder and he’s happy to share his experiences to help motivate current and future students in the Commercial Air Conditioning Technology program. “NGTC has an outstanding program because of the knowledgeable instructors, hands-on experience and the variety of equipment available for students,” he said. “The way... Read more
Georgia Mountain Businesses Take Advantage of Free Work Ready Training
July 15 | Posted by editor | News, Union Tags: North GA Technical College, Work ReadyBlairsville, GA – Work Ready training in the North Georgia mountains recently became more accessible to manufacturers and businesses in the area, thanks to a special grant for quality and leadership education. Working with the chambers and economic development entities in Hart, Franklin, Banks, Stephens, Habersham, and White Counties, Gerald Turner with Georgia Mountain Manufacturing Regional Work Ready organized these training... Read more
U.S. Agriculture secretary grants Deal’s request for disaster designations in North GA
July 13 | Posted by editor | Fannin, Habersham, Lumpkin, News, Rabun, Regional, Stephens, Towns, Union, White Tags: disaster designation, U.S. Department of AgricultureAtlanta, GA – The U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Thomas Vilsack announced that he will grant Gov. Nathan Deal’s request for a secretarial natural disaster designation in 13 primary counties in two categories. The department also named 17 contiguous counties that will be eligible for federal aid. Disaster Designation Number 1 addresses frosts and freezes occurring April 12-13. Counties designated as... Read more
Dr. Jim Wade Honored by NGTC Board of Directors
July 13 | Posted by editor | News, Union Tags: North GA Technical CollegeBlairsville, GA – Dr. Jim Wade has been and continues to be an active and vital member of the North Georgia Technical College Local Board of Directors. A member since March of 2007, Dr. Wade assumed the responsibilities of Chairman in July, 2010. “I’ve learned a lot about technical education during the last few years,” he said. “But the best part... Read more
NGTC Students Invited to Capture “Dreams of our Grandchildren”
July 12 | Posted by editor | News, Union Tags: North GA Technical CollegeBlairsville, GA – Project assignments are creative outlets that allow students to explore unique ways of applying the concepts learned in the classroom. At North Georgia Technical College, students in the Photography program have been invited to take part in an unusual project, putting their photojournalism skills to the test for a documentary assignment entitled, “Dreams of our Grandchildren.” The documentary... Read more
Goin Low Country for a Cure to Benefit Alzheimer’s
July 11 | Posted by editor | News, Regional, Towns, Union Tags: Georgia Mountain Walk to End AlzheimerBlairsville, GA – The 3rd Annual Green Bean Festival is proud to partner in Goin Low Country for a Cure to Benefit Alzheimer’s on Saturday, July 28th, 2012. Come early and enjoy The Green Bean Festival 7 am to 7 pm, with the Low Country Boil serving from 4:30 pm to 7 pm at the Union County Farmers Market. Advanced... Read more
Free Clogging Workshop
July 10 | Posted by editor | Events, News, Union Tags: Blairsville School of DanceBlairsville, GA – Once again, it is time for Blairsville School of Dance’s annual Free Clogging Workshop. The three-week session will start next Thursday, July 12 at 6:30 p.m. The remaining classes are July 19 and 26. This is a great chance to try out clogging or to get a jump on the 2012-13 season and potentially move directly onto... Read more
Fireworks Raffle Winner
July 10 | Posted by editor | News, Union Tags: Blairsville-Union County Chamber of CommerceBlairsville, GA – Congratulations David Dyer of Union County Emergency Management System who is the winner of this year’s 4th of July fireworks raffle. Thank you from the Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce, to everyone who made a donation to the fireworks and entered the drawing. The fireworks event attracted thousands of residents and visitors and the show did not disappoint! The Blairsville-Union... Read more
Chamber Announces New Membership Coordinator
July 9 | Posted by editor | News, Union Tags: Blairsville-Union County Chamber of CommerceBlairsville, GA – Robin Story is excited to serve as the new Membership Coordinator for the Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce. She has been a highly dedicated management professional for over 18 years offering extensive experience in various high level corporate operations in the telecommunications, financial, and retail industries. After years of visiting in the North Georgia Mountains, Robin and her family... Read more
Rep. Graves Votes to Increase Domestic Energy Exploration and Production
June 29 | Posted by editor | Fannin, Lumpkin, News, Politics, Union, White Tags: Tom GravesWashington, D.C. – Rep. Tom Graves (R-GA-09) released the following statement after voting in favor of HR 4480, the Strategic Energy Production Act of 2012, which provides a plan to increase oil and gas exploration, development, and production. “Energy prices in America are still too high, and they’re holding back the U.S. economy. Instead of putting up needless roadblocks to domestic... Read more
Alph Drug Testing Services Partners with DDC
June 25 | Posted by editor | News, Union Tags: Alpha Drug Testing ServicesBlairsville, GA – Alpha Drug Testing Services, LLC on Murphy Highway in Blairsville has partnered with the world’s most respected and trusted private DNA testing laboratory, DNA Diagnostics Center (DDC) in Fairfield, Ohio. “This gives local clients the convenience of having a trained service provider, and someone here locally if they have questions or concerns about their DNA tests.” explained... Read more
Air Conditioning Students learn about cool manufacturer
June 24 | Posted by editor | News, Union Tags: North GA Technical CollegeBlairsville, GA – In every industrial segment, keeping up with the fast pace of changing technology is an important part of moving a career forward. Recently, students in the Air Conditioning Technology program at North Georgia Technical College were able to spend time looking at new equipment soon to be released. Cody Stockman, guest instructor from AmRad Engineering, Inc., spent the morning... Read more
Tri-State Business Women Elect New Board of Directors
June 24 | Posted by editor | Fannin, News, Towns, Union Tags: Tri-State Business WomenBlairsville, GA – At the annual meeting in May, the members of the Tri-State Business Women elected their new officers and new Board members. Seated from left: Bette Sherman, Come-Sit-Stay Pet Sitting Service (Treasurer); Teri Stokes, The Center for Wellness (Vice President); Judy Muir, Mary Kay Cosmetics (Member-at-Large); Sandy Kraft, Brain Training (Member-at-Large). Standing from left: Shanna Beavers, The Frugal Beavers... Read more
Medical Assisting Students Learn from Local Nurse Practitioner
June 21 | Posted by editor | Habersham, News, Union Tags: North GA Technical CollegeClarkesville, GA – The hands-on learning strategy employed by North Georgia Technical College is well known in the area. Along with the practical applications, the classroom experience is also augmented by special guest speakers from professionals in the area. Recently, Nurse Practitioner Chet Baker volunteered to spend his lunch hour with the Medical Assisting students on the NGTC Clarkesville Campus. “Our... Read more
New 9th Congressional District Candidate Forum scheduled for June 28th
June 21 | Posted by editor | News, Politics, Towns, Union Tags: Conservative Business Alliance, Mountain Movers and ShakersBlairsville, GA – The Conservative Business Alliance (CBA) in Union County and the Mountain Movers and Shakers (MMS) in Towns County are pleased to co-sponsor a forum for those qualified candidates seeking the Republican nomination in the new 9th Congressional District in North Georgia. The forum will be held at the Civic Center in Blairsville, 145 Wellborn Street on Thursday, June... Read more
Grand Opening for the Byron Herbert Reece Farm and Heritage Center
June 20 | Posted by editor | News, Union Tags: Byron Herbert Reece Farm and Heritage CenterBlairsville, GA – The Byron Herbert Reece Farm and Heritage Center recently held their ribbon cutting and Grand Opening ceremony. Visitors are invited to come see the Farm Exhibits, browse the Gift Shop, and enjoy the beautiful setting on the banks of Wolf Creek while learning about Reece, his writing, and Appalachian rural farming. Operating hours are Thursday – Saturday from... Read more
Ohio Governor John Kasich Praises Martha Zoller for Congress
June 19 | Posted by editor | Fannin, Habersham, Lumpkin, News, Politics, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, White Tags: Martha ZollerGainesville, GA – Last month, Ohio Governor John Kasich (R) sent an e-mail to supporters in Georgia about longtime friend and candidate for Congress in Georgia’s 9th Congressional District, Martha Zoller. “I am proud to call Martha Zoller a friend, and know that she is the type of principled leader who can drive change in Washington, DC,” said Governor Kasich. “Balanced budgets... Read more
Shelby Ward Selected to Lead NGTC Adult Literacy Program
June 18 | Posted by editor | News, Union Tags: North GA Technical CollegeBlairsville, GA – Shelby Ward has been selected to assume the role of Dean for Adult Education at North Georgia Technical College. NGTC has a well-established Adult Education program which provides a full range of services for adults who need to acquire or improve basic reading, math, and/or written communication skills in order to prepare them to enter and succeed... Read more
July 4th – Mountain Style
June 17 | Posted by editor | News, Union Tags: 4th of July, Blairsville-Union County Chamber of CommerceBoat Parade on Beautiful Lake Nottely July 4 – 11:00am The annual Independence Day Boat Parade on Lake Nottely is sure to delight both the young and young at heart. Anyone with a boat is welcome to line up at the marina beginning at 11:00am. Boats can be decorated in any theme. Visitors can view the parade from areas around the marina. Call 706-745-3638 for details. Independence... Read more
