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Banks man charged with bigamy

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Tuesday, October 14. 2008

The Banks County Sheriff’s Office arrested and charged Martin Elvis Hanley, 52, Hebron Road, Commerce, with bigamy on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Banks County Sheriff Charles Chapman said Hanley’s wife filed the complaint with the BCSO. Chapman said Hanley, married for some years to his wife, went to Sevier County, Tenn., over the last couple of ... [Full Story »]

Planning commission OKs Chatham Road subdivision

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Sunday, October 12. 2008

The Banks County Planning Commission gave approval Tuesday night for a subdivision to be located on Chatham Road in Homer. Scottie Mathis spoke to the commission about the proposed subdivision. Mathis said property owner Ruth Vaughn wants to get her will in order and give some of the property to her kids and grandkids. The subdivision will have ... [Full Story »]

Daufuskie Island, S.C., offers enchanted get-away

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Sunday, October 12. 2008

Stunning natural beauty, luxurious retreat, island hideaway, unspoiled beach front and quiet adventure. All of this and more can be found at Daufuskie Island, S.C., located between Savannah and Hilton Head. This enchanted island makes for a great vacation escape. As soon as you step off of the boat that takes you to the island, you step back in ... [Full Story »]

Who were the real losers in the first debates?

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Sunday, October 12. 2008

With the first round of the 2008 presidential debates in the book, the discussion continues on who won between Democratic nominee Barack Obama and Republican John McCain. Here’s how the national talking heads sum it up: everyone at FOX News says McCain won hands down. It wasn’t even close. Ditto for Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity and the like. ... [Full Story »]

North Carolina men to serve 25 years for drug trafficking

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Wednesday, October 8. 2008

A Banks County jury deliberated for five hours Thursday afternoon before finding two North Carolina men guilty on charges of cocaine trafficking. Judge David Motes sentenced Armando Rovira Feliciano, 30, and Daniel Hernandez Delaucga, 29,to each serve 25 years in prison. The men were also both given a $1 million fine. They were also found ... [Full Story »]

Countians continue to plan for flu outbreak

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Wednesday, October 8. 2008

A group of Banks Countians continue to plan how the county would handle a pandemic flu outbreak. Several Banks County business owners attended a meeting on Monday to discuss how their business would deal with a flu pandemic outbreak. The meeting was hosted by the Banks County Chamber of Commerce. Chamber director Tara Fulcher said this is the ... [Full Story »]

Arrival of fall brings needed change for the soul

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Friday, October 3. 2008

“Deep inside, we’re still the boys of autumn, that magic time of the year that once swept us onto America’s fields.” — Archie Manning I was all set to write a column about politics this weeks. With the presidential election closing in I had several items to discuss. However, with the arrival of fall for another year I figure politics ... [Full Story »]

Flu clinic available Oct. 10

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Wednesday, October 1. 2008

A flu shot clinic will be held at Banks County Middle School on Friday, Oct. 10. A time for the clinic has not been announced. The North Health District says it is unknown when flu shots will be available after Oct. 10 in Banks County. As always, public health workers expect the clinics to be busy, so allow plenty of time to receive service. ... [Full Story »]

BCSO deputies respond to truck break-ins

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Wednesday, October 1. 2008

Two Banks County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called out to the parking lot of the T/A Truck Stop Sunday afternoon to investigate the report of two people entering trucks in the parking lot. Banks County Sheriff Charles Chapman said on the way to the truck stop one of deputies was diverted to an accident scene. The other deputy continued on ... [Full Story »]

Sheriff says break-ins continue to be a problem

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Wednesday, October 1. 2008

Vehicle break-ins have become a big problem in the Banks Crossing area over the past couple of months, according to Banks County Sheriff Charles Chapman. Chapman spoke at the monthly meeting of the Banks County Convention and Visitors Bureau on Wednesday, Sept. 24. Chapman said Monday through Friday of each week two officers are assigned to the ... [Full Story »]

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