BKP asks Dr. William Whaley and Dr. Steven Marlow their prediction on this virus. They mentioned how you can slightly see with the prosecutions put out how the curve is flattening. It is very important, they state, that we continue doing those thing, such as sanitizing our hands, wearing masks and social distancing to continue […]
Read More »North Georgia Senior Living: New Socializing Ways
BKP has a conversation with Jessi Barton of Cameron Hall. In this they discuss how the date has been moved to the 30th. Jessi goes on to say all the ways that they have been allowing socialization at Cameron Hall. One of those ways is introducing the seniors to facetime and zoom for family members […]
Read More »Ask the Doc! Asymptomatic Transmitting
This week’s episode of Ask the Doc! has Dr. William Whaley and Dr. Steven Marlow dive into the COVID-19 virus with BKP. They discuss about how a person can have no symptoms and still be a carrier. They also answer the questions on if being a diabetic can make you more open to get this […]
Read More »A helping-hand gets sanitized amid health concerns
GILMER COUNTY, Ga. – Many have taken time in the recent weeks to say a special thank you to law-enforcement and emergency workers who are still at risk and cannot always maintain a “social distance” during their work. This week saw another highlight in the community as two business owners stepped up to not only […]
Read More »North Georgia Senior Living: Social Distancing
Jessi Barton of Cameron Hall discusses with BKP how they are handling social distancing in their facility. This includes keeping the seniors healthy, happy, and active while providing them that community piece that Cameron Hall is known for. Though social distancing may be hard, Jessi Barton insures that they are doing the best that they […]
Read More »Fetching Features: Top 10 things to do in self isolation
As the proverbial walls close in on you and you seek anything to stave off another day of isolation in your house, cast off from society and trapped within your own four walls, your mind wanders and you step ever closer to your limit. Okay, so it’s not really that bad, maybe you are with […]
Read More »New food business birthed in Ellijay from viral shutdown
ELLIJAY, Ga. – Amid the shutdown during the coronavirus outbreak, a new business has cropped up this weekend in Gilmer serving those at home through a new, shelter-friendly style of food service. No, they’re not cooking, but people on social media have already started commenting and sharing experiences from this new business known as Ellijay […]
Read More »Pet of the Week – JR
Rena confirms that you cannot get COVID from dogs on this week’s Pet of the Week. She also goes over the status of Pet-related facilities and activities in Fannin as she brings JR to visit the set and talk about care programs for Seniors with pets. Sponsored by Blue Ridge Humane Society, you can follow […]
Read More »Chamber creates new “Chalk Ellijay” event amid isolations
ELLIJAY, Ga. – Building, coordinating, and energizing a social function can be quite difficult, but doing one amid widespread quarantines and self imposed isolation is a completely different order, such as “Chalk Ellijay.” Gilmer County’s Chamber of Commerce has taken on exactly that task as they began a new event over the weekend. After an […]
Read More »Fetching Features: a look at Heath Lee
How does a man go from 13 years in manufacturing at a company called Valenite to being a manager of Gilmer County’s Library, and now on to a Regional Director over the Mountain Regional Library System? The answer is deceptively simple. One person. That is the origin story of Gilmer’s now-former Library Manager. One person […]
Read More »Pet of the Week – Ariel
Rena brings the sister of Ana, a previous Pet of the Week. She is a high energy dog perfect for an active family or kids learning to take care of an animal. She can keep up with the youngest and hunker down on a rainy day to brighten up your world. Sponsored by Blue Ridge […]
Read More »North Georgia Senior Living – Highlighting Senior life amidst the virus
Helpful tips and guidelines for visiting your loved ones in Senior Living facilities like Cameron Hall. Jessie Barton shares new information and some scams to pay attention to when helping your seniors through the current times in society. She also shares a few notes of positive responses from people who still want to share their […]
Read More »Fetching Features: Alveda King speaks in Pickens
The Pickens County Ministerial Association (PCMA) was established sometime in the 1990’s. It is an informal, non incorporated group of local pastors. The members meet each third Wednesday of the month in the cafeteria of the Piedmont Mountainside Hospital. The purpose of the PCMA is to reach out to the local community in various ways […]
Read More »Fetching Features: a look at Chamber President Paige Green
Celebrating ten years at a job is amazing in itself, but I recently learned that even five years at a Chamber of Commerce is not exactly common, much less ten. As if meant to be, the Gilmer Chamber celebrates 40 years in the same month that its President and CEO, Paige Green, achieves a milestone rarely […]
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Homeward Bound Pet of the Week – Layla
Meet Layla, a beautiful lab mix who is as sweet as she is cute. This girl is about 6 months old, 35#, completely vetted and ready for immediate adoption. Layla was a stray in Pickens County and never claimed. She walks great on a leash, seems to enjoy the company of other dogs, shy around […]
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