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Madison Co. candidates file campaign contribution reports

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Friday, October 31. 2008

Madison County candidates have filed their final campaign contribution reports before the Nov. 4 election. Here is a list of candidates and their contributions in the Oct. 30 reporting period: SHERIFF •Clayton Lowe, Democratic incumbent, $20,929 in contributions, $12,217 in expenses. Itemized contributions in Oct. 30 reporting period: Harry ... [Full Story »]

Madison County BOE to hold work session Monday

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Thursday, October 30. 2008

The Madison County Board of Education will hold a work session on Monday, November 3, at 6:30 p.m. in the new board room. Among the topics discussed will be the school system's strategic plan.

Shelter ‘Frightening Feline Fest’ set Halloween

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Thursday, October 30. 2008

The Madison Oglethorpe Animal Shelter announces its first-ever “Frightening Feline (and Canine!) Fest”. Animal Shelter personnel invite area families to join them on Friday evening, Oct. 31, from 5-7 p.m. for games, face painting, goodies, and, of course, a chance to pet the animals. “We wanted to do something for the kids in our area,” ... [Full Story »]

Madison County BOE tapped as ‘Board of Distinction’

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Thursday, October 30. 2008

The Georgia School Board Association (GSBA) has named the Madison County Board of Education (BOE) a “School Board of Distinction.” The Madison County BOE now joins an elite group of school boards in the state. In fact, less than 30 percent of the boards of education in the state of Georgia have earned “distinction” status. “The ... [Full Story »]

LETTER: Please help us keep Thanksgiving dinner for needy alive

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Thursday, October 30. 2008

Dear Editor: It is up to us to keep dreams alive. This year’s Thanksgiving dinner, served by Proverbs 11:25, will be in memory of my husband, Carmine Costello. Eleven years ago Carmine realized his dream to help the people in our community that need it the most. It was one of his greatest joys to shop and prepare and serve Thanksgiving Dinner ... [Full Story »]

Couple arrested for DUI, narcotics

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Thursday, October 30. 2008

A couple was arrested last week after their vehicle was pulled over following a report of reckless driving. Norris Llewellyn Watkins, 47, 210 Lavender Road, Athens, was charged with DUI/alcohol, driving without a license and expired vehicle tag or decal. His passenger, Peggy Sue Fleeman, 45, 21 Sherwood Circle, Danielsville, was charged with ... [Full Story »]

Couple arrested for DUI, narcotics possession

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Thursday, October 30. 2008

Appliances taken from vacant house

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Wednesday, October 29. 2008

Someone reportedly stole several appliances from a home for sale on Watson Road last week. Two washers and a dryer were reportedly taken after the front door of the vacant home was forced open. The theft was discovered by an employee of the realty company. Other incidents on file at the sheriff’s office this week included: •Harassing phone ... [Full Story »]

LETTER: Says Obama and Biden make an excellent choice

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Wednesday, October 29. 2008

Dear Editor: I recently participated in a neighborhood fund-raiser for Barack Obama that included a cake walk, a bake sale and a chicken show. The citizens who attended our celebration were not agents of Satan, Communists, abortionists, or left-wing radicals. They were human beings with varying skills and concerns who participate in the ... [Full Story »]

Local candidates offer final words before big day

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Wednesday, October 29. 2008

Madison County residents filled the high school theater Tuesday evening to hear local candidates give a final pitch on why citizens should touch their name on the voter screen. The Madison County Farm Bureau and Chamber of Commerce hosted the event, with all but two local candidates in contested elections taking the podium on the high school ... [Full Story »]

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