Men’s Soccer Falls to No. 19 Lander in Overtime, 1-0

University of North Georgia
10/4/2017 | Men’s Soccer | Box Score
DAHLONEGA – Matt Sharman made six saves in regulation, but No. 19 Lander found the match’s lone goal in the second minute of overtime to beat the University of North Georgia men’s soccer team, 1-0, Wednesday night. The Nighthawks drop back to .500 overall and in Peach Belt action with the loss.

Both teams traded blows in the first 90 minutes of play as the goalkeepers were tested throughout regulation. North Georgia threw five shots on goal, while the Bearcats put six on frame.

Robbie Young put home the game-winning shot in the 92nd minute of play off a pass from Oliver Brock to earn the golden goal victory.

NOTES
– Sharman now leads the Peach Belt in saves this season with 51. Tonight marked his fifth match with six or more saves.

– The Nighthawks now trail in the all-time series with Lander, 10-3-1.

NEXT UP
The Nighthawks get a week off before a 4 p.m. matchup with Lincoln Memorial on October 11 in Dahlonega.

Women’s Basketball Signs Seven to 2017-18 Class

University of North Georgia
7/28/2017 | Women’s Basketball
DAHLONEGA – University of North Georgia head women’s basketball coach Buffie Burson has announced the signing of seven student-athletes to the 2017-18 class. The signees consist of six high school seniors and one transfer student.

“We our very fortunate to bring in such a talented group,” said Burson. “They are all very different yet compliment our style of play in a big way. We have a solid nucleus of returning players, and I foresee this class being able to help take us to new heights. As you can see they are all great students, 1,000 point scorers and have won numerous awards. However, we purposely sought out players who have a passion for the game and a love for UNG. I’m excited to coach them and help them exceed their expectations while representing the Nighthawk Nation.”

VANESSA AGRUSA
Junior | 5’10 Guard | Franklin High School | USC Upstate

Franklin High School Accolades

  • Recorded over 1,000 points and 500 assists
  • Averaged 19 PPG, six APG, five RPG and three SPG as a senior
  • Conference Player of the Year
  • All-Conference and All-District all four years
  • North Carolina All-Tournament Team
  • Selected to the Blue-White All-Star Game and East-West All-Star Game

USC Upstate Accolades

  • Averaged 25 minutes and started 11 contests
  • Averaged 8.1 PPG and 4.6 RPG
  • Won Player of the Week
IMANI ARNOLD
Freshman | 5’11 Guard/Forward | Loganville High School

  • Averaged 11 PPG, five RPG, four SPG and three APG as a senior
  • Over 1,000 career points
  • Has school records for most steals in a season, most steals in a career, most free throws made in a game, most free throws made in career and most consecutive games played
  • GACA All-State First Team as a senior
  • First Team All-Region as a junior and a senior
  • Senior Class President and school record holder in track for 800 Meter
ABBIE FRANKLIN
Freshman | 5’8 Guard | Jefferson High School

  • Averaged 15 PPG, six APG, three SPG as a senior
  • Over 1,000 career points
  • GACA All-State First Team sophomore, junior and senior year
  • All-State Class 4A Player of the Year as a senior
  • Region Player of the Year as a senior
  • AJC Second Team All-State sophomore, junior and senior year
  • Athens Banner Herald Player of the Year sophomore and senior year
KARA GROOVER
Freshman | 5’6 Guard | The Heritage School

  • Scored 1,000 career points during her junior year
  • All-Region and All-State in basketball and softball all four years
  • Team MVP all four years
  • Holds the record for career points and points in a single game (45)
  • Newnan Times County Player of the Year as a senior
  • Won the State Championship her senior year; Made it to Final Four during freshman, sophomore and junior years
  • A part of National Honor Society and FCA
KARA KIDWELL
Freshman | 5’11 Guard/Forward | Lambert High School

  • Averaged 15 PPG, seven RPG and eight APG
  • Played overseas for Singapore American School her junior year
  • Named All-Asia International Schools First Team her junior year
  • Named All-Tournament MVP of the Girls High School Division and Team MVP
  • Coaches Award recipient her freshman and sophomore years at Lambert High School
  • Involved in National Honors Society, Beta Club, English Honors Society, Technical Honors Society and Regional Medalist in FBLA
SAVANNA SCOTT
Freshman | 5’9 Guard | Rabun County High School

  • Scored over 1,000 career points
  • AJC All-State First Team, GACA All-State First Team and All-Region First Team her senior year
  • Blitz Player of the Year Finalist
  • Led team to State Championship game her senior year (29-3 Record)
  • Also All-Region and All-State in Volleyball and Tennis
  • Blitz Tennis Player of the Year as a sophomore and a junior
  • Involved in FBLA, Honor Society, and FCA
JULIANNE SUTTON
Freshman | 6’1 Forward | Flowery Branch High School

  • Scored over 1,000 career points
  • Averaged 11 PPG and 10 RPG
  • Helped lead team to Class 5A quarterfinals her junior and senior year
  • GACA All-State as a senior
  • AJC All-State Honorable Mention as a senior
  • Second Team All-Area and All-Region in her sophomore, junior and senior years
  • Lanierland All-Tournament Team in her sophomore, junior and senior years

Jimmy McLendon: Obituary

Obituaries

Mr. Jimmy McLendon, age 72, of Dahlonega, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2019.

Complete funeral arrangements will be announced later by Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega.

Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 12/8 – 12/14

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Arrest report and photos provided by the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 35-01-18) allows for FetchYourNews.com to obtain and post the arrest records of any and all individuals arrested in Lumpkin County. Those arrests are posted on FetchYourNews.com for viewing pleasure. Please remember that all individuals listed have been arrested and charged, however, they are presumed innocent until guilt has been proven in a court of law.

Halloween in downtown Dahlonega 2019

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Halloween

The weather cleared out on Halloween just in time for trick-or-treaters to make their way through downtown Dahlonega. People of all ages showed up, dressed up! Check out the pictures on Facebook and below for more!

James Conn: Obituary

Obituaries

DR. JAMES CONN’S OBITUARY

Arrangements will be announced.

Ruth Plympton: Obituary

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Ruth Plympton

April 28, 1928 – October 01, 2019

Full obit to follow

Shane Phillips: Obituary

Obituaries

Shane Phillips of Dahlonega, Georgia | 1978 – 2019 | Obituary

July 29, 1978 – September 08, 2019

Full obit to follow

American Patriot Rally is mainly peaceful

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Rally organizer Chester Doles carries Trump 2020 banner.

DAHLONEGA, Ga. – The American Patriot rally in Dahlonega ended without violence or property damage today although one person was arrested hours before the rally started and two were arrested during the rally.

University of North Georgia police arrested Joshua Parker for possession of a knife on campus at approximately 10:30 a.m. Counter demonstrators Rachel Scott and Ronald Watson were arrested for inciting a riot after they snuck into the staging area reserved for the event organizers.

counter protester arrested

Aside from that, the event was uneventful. Rally organizers sang the Star Spangled Banner, recited the Pledge of Allegiance, paid tribute to President Donald Trump then departed.

There was one staging area for the organizers, another for counter protesters and another for the media. Each was cordoned off by steel barriers backed by a row of police officers in full riot gear.

The staging area for the organizers was in front of the Welcome Center. On the other side of the Dahlonega Gold Museum members of Antifa and the Socialist Coalition of North Georgia (SSCNC) carried signs and sang Viet Nam-era protest songs.

Sheriff Stacy Jarrard

An overwhelming show of force by law enforcement officers made it crystal clear there would be no violence on this day. Antifa and SCNG were outnumbered 3 to 1.

Lumpkin County Sheriff Stacy Jarrard said nearly 600 police officers from 36 local, state and federal agencies kept the event peaceful.

After the event, Jarrard expressed his gratitude to officers who came from as far away as Savannah.

“It just goes to show you how law enforcement officers respond when they are needed in another area. All I did was send out a simple email and I immediately got a reply that they were on the way.”

Mayor Sam Norton also expressed his appreciation.“I am humbled by this outpouring of support from our local, state, and federal partners during these events,” he said. “I would also like to thank all the residents and local business owners who sent messages of support to our officers. That is a true reflection of the people who live in our small town.”

There were three distinct winners at the rally today – the First Amendment to U.S. Constitution, the outstanding law enforcement officers and the City of Dahlonega.

The organizers were allowed to exercise their right under the First Amendment. Antifa and the Socialist Coalition of North Georgia did the same. The City of Dahlonega remained unscathed.

 

 

 

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Many downtown businesses will close on 9.14 due to rally

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DAHLONEGA, GA

The list of local businesses on the historic Dahlonega square that will be closed on September 14 has steadily increased as the impending rally approaches.

Some of the first businesses to announce closing on the 14th are, Spirits Tavern, Gustavo’s, and Knuckles Sandwich Shop. Spirits posted on their reason for closing on their Facebook page, which was later shared by Knuckles  “Spirits Tavern will be closed on this day (Saturday, September 14). The safety of our employees and guests are our highest priority. The revenue lost is not worth acknowledging hate of any kind.”

Since then, several other businesses have taken to social media to announce their closing on 9.14, including Mayor Sam Norton’s business, the Picnic Cafe and Dessertery. According to Picnic Cafe’s Facebook page, “It’s not always about the dollar. Family values and a sense of community are what most businesses on the Square are about here in Dahlonega. We will close Saturday, September 14th and encourage others to be home with their family. We will reopen the day after these disruptive protests and counter-protests. We look forward to seeing you on Make-Up Monday (9/16/19).”

Crimson Moon told FYN that they will be closed during the day and open only to host the concert scheduled for Saturday night. Capers on the Square, Brad Walker Pottery, Paul Thomas Chocolates, The Dahlonega General Store, Jolie Day Spa, Walking Ghost Tours, and Studio Jewelers are amongst the businesses that will also be closed. The Dahlonega Farmer’s Market is also canceled for 9.14.

While many downtown businesses will be closed, there are some who will remain open, or open later Saturday evening. This includes The Fudge Factory and Outlaw Jerky will open at 4 p.m. on Saturday, 19 Degrees North, Pueblos, Grapevines, Johnny B’s, Naturally Georgia, Giggle Monkey Toys, Shenanigan’s Irish Pub, and Bourbon Street Grille, (downstairs dining only) will all remain open.

Deb Rowe, owner of Shenanigan’s and Bourbon Street Grille, explained that they will remain open, but the upstairs dining area and balcony area of Bourbon Street will be closed. Patrons will still have the option to dine downstairs at Bourbon Street. Both businesses expressed support and appreciation not for the rally, but for the many law enforcement officers and emergency personnel who will be diligently working to keep everyone safe during the rally,

“Shenanigans and Bourbon Street will be open on Saturday 9/14, offering our employee discount of 30% to all emergency personnel. We are aware that many businesses are taking a different approach, and that’s just as understandable. We will stand in the confidence of our law enforcement to monitor and protect, as well as being steadfast with safety and security ourselves. In addition to our local emergency personnel, there are several hundreds of additional officers coming to serve our community and it is our hope that after a contained and uneventful demonstration, we will be able to serve them in appreciation of their service to us all.”

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Janie Holman: Obituary

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Mrs. Janie Holman, age 78, of Dahlonega passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2019.

Mrs. Holman was born in Crawfordville, GA on December 19, 1940 to the late Jimmie B. and Dona Frances Wilson Shealey.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband James M. Holman, daughter Jamie Holman, son James Holman, great-grandson Hunter Holman, and sister Marion Holbrook.  Mrs. Holman was a loving mother and grandmother.  She loved and adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Mrs. Holman enjoyed her trips to the casino, ceramics, cross-word books, and the outdoors.

Survivors include her children Dona Holman, Dawsonville, Cynthia LaFrance, Dahlonega, Patty and Lewis Sullens, Dahlonega, and Patricia S. and James Lewis, Cedar Bluff, AL; grandchildren James “J.C.” Holman, Kimberly Holman, Alex Bowen, Jackson Sullens, Winston Scott, Gregory Scott, Wesley Scott, and Scarlet Scott; three great-grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law Carol and Carl Hudgins, Granbury, TX; brother Wesley Shealey, Jackson, TN; sisters Mikie Thomas, Eufaula, AL, and Rebecca Schmidt, Jackson, TN: several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Friday, September 13, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home.  The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to the hour of the service at the funeral home.

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Golden Lee Chester: Obituary

Obituaries

Mr. Golden Lee Chester, age 74, of Dahlonega passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2019.

Lee was born in Lumpkin County on December 18, 1944 to the late William Raymond “Tug” and Essie Lou McClure Chester.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his beloved grandson Tyler Woody.  Lee was a hard-working man and honorably served his country in the US Army.  During his service, Lee was an aircraft mechanic during the Vietnam War.  After his military service, he retired from Mohawk Industries after 42 years and was a poultry and cattle farmer his entire life.

Lee never met a stranger and was always there to offer a helping hand to anyone.  He enjoyed riding the roads, old cars, making moonshine and being a member of the Dairy Queen Breakfast Club.  He loved and faithfully provided for his family.  He was a proud “Papa” to 11 grandchildren, whom he loved dearly.  Lee was a member of New Hope Baptist Church.

Survivors include his daughters and sons-in-laws Karen and Gordon Woody, Hannah and David Grizzle, Janet and Patrick Jackson; son Jeffrey Chester; sons and daughters-in-laws Michael and Ashley Chester, and Matthew and Meghan Chester, all of Dahlonega; grandchildren Allison Woody Head, Kristen Woody, Logan Woody, Emily Grizzle, Ethan Grizzle, Trey Grizzle, Patrick Jackson, Kate Jackson, Keira Jackson and McCall Chester; sisters Eva Collier, Ora Roland and Era Rider; sister and brother-in-law Ola and Jerry Davis, several nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Saturday, August 31, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home.  The Rev. Lyman Caldwell will officiate and Mrs. Kathy Pitchford will provide the eulogy. Interment will follow in Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery with full military honors.

The family will receive friends from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM Friday at the funeral home.

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MSgt Vernon Elbert Peters: Obituary

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MSgt Vernon Elbert Peters, age 93, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 23, 2019.

MSgt Peters was born in Columbus, GA on April 24, 1926 to the late John Benjamin and Isabel Abercrombie Peters.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law Leon McCoy and Lillie Mae Peters; brothers Glen Peters and Clarence Peters; sister and brother-in-law Inez and Homer Keith; and brother-in-law Andy Clark.  MSgt Peters honorably served his country in the Air Force and retired after 22 years of dedicated service.  He then went on to retire from RTC Refrigeration Company after working for 18 years.  He attended Covenant Presbyterian Church.

Survivors include his wife Betty Jane Peters; daughter Teresa Dewey; grandchildren Russell Pace, Jonathan Dewey and Shelby Dewey; brother and sister-in-law B.R. and Carol Peters; sister Frances Clark; sister-in-law Bessie Peters; several nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home.  The Rev. Lyman Caldwell will officiate.  Interment will follow in Mt. Hope Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Monday at the funeral home.

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Chestatee Artists Group announces new Folk School

Business

DAHLONEGA, GA

The Dahlonega Chestatee Artists Group has opened registration for their upcoming Folk School from now until September 27, 2019. The first classes of the Folk School will be held the weekend of October 11 through October 13, beginning Friday evening at 7p.m. until 9p.m. and ending Sunday around 11:30a.m.

Credit: Beth Stull Morning Glow

There will be an informational meeting on Thursday, September 12 for those interested in learning more about the mission of Chestatee Artists, the Folk School, and to meet the instructors. The meeting will be at 6p.m., in the United Community Bank Community Room.

According to their website, a variety of categories will be offered to the public, “Our Folk School classes will be held in our beautiful city of Dahlonega twice a year with some of the finest instructors in many exciting categories. Leatherwork, watercolor painting, acrylic painting, wire wrapping, jewelry making, weaving and more.”

Instructor, Oscar Rayneri, teaching at Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts

 

 

For those who cannot attend in October, a second Folk School will be offered in March of 2020.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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UNG set to open new Blue Ridge campus fall of 2020

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LUMPKIN CO., GA

The University of North Georgia is a year away from opening their newest campus, located in the Fannin County mountains in Blue Ridge, GA, according to the UNG Press.

The campus stands alone from the current Blue Ridge campus and is located off GA 515. According to UNG’s website, the funding the for the new campus comes from the state’s 2019 fiscal year budget, “Georgia Speaker of the House of Representatives David Ralston helped secure $5.5 million in state funds for the new Blue Ridge Campus in the 2019 fiscal year budget. Ralston, a UNG alumnus, represents Georgia District 7, including Fannin County, in the General Assembly.”

Once complete, the facility will be equipped with “science lab space, a computer lab, and spaces for students to gather and study outside of classrooms.” So far, the main roads have been paved, and utilities have been installed and will be tied into city mains. Site grading has begun, and construction on the building itself should begin in August. The campus is scheduled to be completed in time for classes beginning fall semester 2020.

 

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James Dean Boyd: Obituary

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James Dean Boyd

September 23, 1957 – June 25, 2019

Mr. James Dean Boyd, age 61, of Dahlonega passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2019.

James was born in Fulton County on September 23, 1957 to the late Terry Dean and Christine Lingerfelt Boyd. He was of the Baptist faith. James was retired from many years of construction and maintenance work.

He is survived by his fiancée Serena Welch, Dahlonega and his brothers Kenny Boyd, Ronald Boyd and William Ray Boyd, all of Woodstock.

James’ wishes were to be cremated and a private memorial service will be held at a later date.

To share a memory of James or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.

Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega

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