Entries from October 2008

Arrival of fall brings needed change for the soul

Posted by
BanksNewsTODAY
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 »] 

EDITORIAL: Hoschton leaders need backbone on spending

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Friday, October 3. 2008
So the City of Hoschton is going to have a public meeting to ask citizens what they think about the town slapping them with a new tax. The answer will probably be, “H--- no!” It should be. There’s no real need today for a new property tax in Hoschton if the town’s leadership would control city spending. Some city officials would have ... [Full Story »] 

Hoschton considering city property tax

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Friday, October 3. 2008
The effort to balance Hoschton’s troubled budget for 2009 has reached a final option — start a property tax or cut city jobs. Hoschton’s fiscal resources committee has been struggling to trim expenses from its proposed 2009 budget, while finding ways to increase revenue. The latest budget — which accounts for a number of fee increases ... [Full Story »] 

Planners OK request for exotic animal farm

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Friday, October 3. 2008
The Jackson County Planning Commission recommended approval of a request last week that will allow a Hoschton resident to continue his farming operation. Alboun Eugene Gilbert asked for a future land use map amendment from a residential growth designation to rural places for 21.67 acres on Skelton Road, located between Ga. Hwy. 124 and Ga. Hwy. ... [Full Story »] 

Keeping motors running

Posted by
MadisonJournalTODAY
Friday, October 3. 2008
School system coping with state fuel quandary Despite a state fuel crisis, the Madison County School System expects to have enough diesel to keep its buses running throughout the month. But until the dearth in Georgia ceases, Madison County schools superintendent Dr. Mitch McGhee expects this to be a week-to-week problem. “We were going two ... [Full Story »] 

LETTER: Obama is no FDR

Posted by
MadisonJournalTODAY
Friday, October 3. 2008
Dear Editor: To address Mr. Weldon Ingram and Miss Susan Kingsolver. First of all, there has never been anyone who can say we went to war for oil that was misleading from the 2004 election. The UN would be screaming bloody murder. The people of Iraq are the only ones getting money. The other is I am 100 percent a disabled Vietnam vet. Also, ... [Full Story »] 

‘Rolling Thunder’ nets 54 arrests

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Friday, October 3. 2008
Last Friday, Barrow and Oconee County Sheriff’s deputies and local law enforcement agencies, along with Georgia State Troopers and a specially-qualified contingent of GOHS H.E.A.T. units from across Georgia began a three month enforcement effort targeting drunk drivers, illegal speeders and unbelted motorists within Barrow and Oconee ... [Full Story »] 

Palin scores big in VP debate

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Thursday, October 2. 2008
By Kristi Reed The “Thrilla from Wasilla” is back. Expectations for Alaska governor Sarah Palin were low headed into Thursday night’s debate. After a series of unfortunate interviews with CBS News’ Katie Couric, even the most ardent Republicans were expressing doubts over Palin’s fitness to serve as vice-president. Was the position, ... [Full Story »] 

Scoreboard: Jefferson Dragons Oct. 2

Posted by
MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, October 2. 2008
Softball Sept. 30 - The Lady Dragons wrapped up their regular season Tuesday with a loss to region competitor East Jackson, 3-0. Despite the loss, Jefferson has a 5-3 region record, and ends the season with a 12-13 overall record. The Lady Dragons go into the post season ranked third in the sub-region. Volleyball Sept. 30 - The Lady Dragons ... [Full Story »] 

Scoreboard: Jackson County Panthers Oct. 2

Posted by
MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, October 2. 2008
Cross Country Sept. 30 - The Jackson County Panthers cross country team turned in a solid performance in Tuesday's meet at Banks County. The girls won the three team meet, with the boys finishing second. Brittany Aikens posted the course record. Fast Pitch Softball Sept. 30 - The Lady Panthers wrapped up a rough season Tuesday with a 1-0 loss ... [Full Story »] 
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