Georgia, – Georgia Governor Brian Kemp began a process to fill U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson’s seat this week. The Governor set up a website requiring the potential candidates to submit a resume. FYN has learned Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) has submitted his resume for consideration. The seat will be filled following Johnny Isakson’s retirement effective […]
Read More »Cherokee County Sheriff’s office warns of Possible Police Impersonator
Murphy, NC The Cherokee County Sheriff’s office states it has received reports of a white 2019 Ford Explorer with a regular car tag on it operating blue lights that has been stopping individuals in the Cherokee County Area. They do not have a vehicle as described above. If you should encounter that particular vehicle […]
Read More »Union County’s Most Wanted still at large from large methamphetamine drug bust
Blairsville, GA – On Thursday, June 22nd , 2017, 34 people were arrested and warrants were issued for 4 others. One of those ‘others’ has since been apprehended and arrested; but the three remaining are currently Union County’s Most Wanted because, according to UCSO Captain Chad Deyton and UCSO Sgt. Tyler Miller, they are the […]
Read More »Merry Christmas from FYN!
The gift of love. The gift of peace. The gift of happiness. May all these be yours at Christmas.
Read More »Hurricane Irma prompts school closings in Georgia
* Union County Schools will be CLOSED Monday, September 11th, 2017 due to Gov. Nathan Deal declaring a state of emergency for all 159 counties in Georgia. Please continue to monitor here for further updates. Fannin County Schools will be closed for students and all personnel on Monday, September 11.A great deal of consideration has […]
Read More »Mardi Gras in the Mountains 2017 crowns new King and Queen
Residents from local counties in North Georgia were representing their community in the contest to be Mardi Gras in the Mountains King and Queen while raising some money for a good cause. Mardi Gras in the Mountains is an annual joint fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Jasper, The Knights of Columbus and Georgia Mountains […]
Read More »SNOW BLANKETS AMICALOLA EMC SERVICE AREA BRINGING WIDESPREAD OUTAGES
A beautiful snowfall has blanketed the entire Amicalola EMC service area today. The heavy wet snow is weighing down trees and tree limbs and has now caused up to 369 separate power outages, for a total of 6219 members affected so far. 9 out of the 10 counties in our service area are experiencing widespread […]
Read More »Schools Close due to Snow
Several counties are currently under a winter storm warning until 7am Saturday. Periods of snow (1-4 inches) are expected making difficult travel conditions. Road conditions are expected to deteriorate through the day and into the evening. The safety of students and staff is always a primary concern and for that reason the following Schools will […]
Read More »Authorities in North Carolina seek assistance in death of seven dogs – $15,000 Reward offered
Authorities in Union County North Carolina are seeking assistance and are asking for anyone with knowledge of this horrific crime to come forward. The bodies of seven dogs with their necks broken and bullet wounds were found on Saturday January 28th. FYN spoke with Union County Sheriff’s officer, Tony Underwood who explained the Sheriff’s office […]
Read More »Graduation Ceremony of Rescued~Saving Detainees & Dogs One Life at a Time
The Graduation Ceremony of Rescued was held on January 26th at the Colwell Detention Center. Rescued is a joint effort between Colwell Probation Detention Center, Mountain Shelter and Castoff Pet Rescue to rescue dogs who would otherwise be euthanized, while providing a positive impact on the offenders within the Colwell Detention Center. Each Program participant […]
Read More »SNOW BLANKETS AMICALOLA EMC SERVICE AREA BRINGING WIDESPREAD OUTAGES
A beautiful snowfall has blanketed the entire Amicalola EMC service area today. The heavy wet snow is weighing down trees and tree limbs and has now caused up to 369 separate power outages, for a total of 6219 members affected so far. 9 out of the 10 counties in our service area are experiencing widespread […]
Read More »WATCH LIVE Congressman Doug Collins serving the 9th District of Georgia Town Hall Meeting
Watch LIVE on FYNTV.com Click link below: Click here to watch town hall meeting LIVE “I’m grateful for the opportunity to represent the values and priorities of our community, and that starts with listening to its residents.”GAINESVILLE, Ga.—Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) is holding a town hall meeting in Gainesville this Wednesday. “Washington needs to hear […]
Read More »Fall Back, Daylight Savings Time Ends
Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, so turn your clock back an hour and enjoy the extra sleep. Remember to change your batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
Read More »*UPDATED* School Closings Due to Severe Weather Conditions
Union County Schools will be CLOSED Monday, September 11th and Tuesday, September 12th due to Gov. Nathan Deal declaring a state of emergency for all 159 counties in Georgia. Please continue to monitor here for further updates. Fannin County Schools will be closed for students and all personnel on Monday, September 11 and Tuesday, September 12, […]
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