[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 63 (Wednesday, April 18, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E505]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNIZING ELLIJAY'S RIVER STREET TAVERN

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                           HON. DOUG COLLINS

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 18, 2018

  Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
River Street Tavern in Ellijay, Georgia. After conducting a nationwide 
poll, the Brewer's Association and Forbes Magazine recognized this 
local favorite as one of the best craft beer restaurants in the 
country.
  With Gilmer County roots that trace back multiple generations, Brad 
and Heather Simmons have always been active in their community. Brad 
worked as a sergeant in the Gilmer County Fire Department, and Heather 
managed Jilly's Pub, a role that inspired her to have a restaurant of 
her own.
  Years later, Brad and Heather bought Jilly's Pub, which they turned 
into the River Street Tavern. Since 2014, the restaurant has proudly 
served up sips of North Georgia with its wide variety of locally brewed 
beer.
  Committed to welcoming each person who passes through their doors, 
the staff at River Street Tavern has turned many Northeast Georgians 
into regular guests. Whether they're enjoying live music or trying to 
get a dollar to stick to the ceiling, people return to the restaurant 
for good fare and good company.
  Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate the River Street Tavern on its 
well-deserved achievement. I wish Brad, Heather, and the rest of the 
team well as their business continues to grow

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