Entries from December 2008

Kilpatrick leads Raiders with two wins last Tuesday

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Thursday, December 4. 2008
Senior Michael Kilpatrick (130-lb.) picked up two victories last Tuesday night to lead the Raider wrestling team in matches against Franklin County and Banks County. “He won both of his (matches) in pretty good fashion,” coach Richie Houston said. “He’s our senior and our only really four-year starter on the team this year. He had a ... [Full Story »] 

‘A Country Christmas’: Magical celebration in Nashville

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BanksNewsTODAY
Thursday, December 4. 2008
Huge one-of-a-kind Christmas ice sculptures, a high-kicking night of festive fun with the world-famous Rockettes, a holiday meal with country legend Louise Mandrell and an evening carriage ride to see the bright lights and life-size outdoor nativity scene. The sights and sounds of the Christmas season come to life at Gaylord Opryland in ... [Full Story »] 

LETTER: Offers thoughts on animal, gun control

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MadisonJournalTODAY
Thursday, December 4. 2008
Dear Editor: Here are my thoughts on animal and gun control: When anyone is looking for property they usually contact the Chamber of Commerce or other sources to find out what the county provides. One thing they look at is animal control. Many folks will not move to a county where they have to shoot stray cats or dogs or even rabid raccoons. I ... [Full Story »] 

Local drivers hope for Snowball Derby win

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, December 4. 2008
For several local racers, there’s only one thing to focus on going into this weekend’s racing events at Five Flags Speedway in Pensacola, Fla. That’s winning the 41st annual Snowball Derby, one of the most coveted events in short track racing. It’s a race that every short track ace has wanted to win, with winners such as Darrell ... [Full Story »] 

BCHS over Lakeview in hard fought game

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Thursday, December 4. 2008
The Banks County High School Lady Leopards are two and two, four games into the season. Monday night the Lady Leopards won a narrow victory over Lakeview Academy. The girls played a much better game compared to the previous game against Jackson County. Banks County’s next game is on the road at Rabun County Friday night. The game starts at 7 ... [Full Story »] 

Commerce Looking For A Win Fri. At Tallulah Falls

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Thursday, December 4. 2008
The Commerce High School Tigers are starting region competition Friday night. Commerce travels to Tallulah Falls to face the Indians in their second game of the season. The Tigers are looking for a win to get the region competition off on the right foot after dropping the season opener to Apalachee Nov. 22. The boys’ game is scheduled for ... [Full Story »] 

Grapplers have strong showing at Madison Co.

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Thursday, December 4. 2008
The Banks County High School Grapplers have started their season picking up wins at the Madison County Duals. The team kicked off the season Nov. 25 competing at Madison County against the Red Raiders and against Franklin County. Banks County scored 60 points over Madison’s 14 points. Winning grapplers against Madison include Nathan Holloway, ... [Full Story »] 

Mat Tigers Open Season Friday

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Thursday, December 4. 2008
The Tiger grapplers are a few days away from starting their season. Commerce will be one of a number of schools at the Panther Invitational at Jackson County High School this Friday and Saturday. The matches start at 5 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. Saturday. Wrestling coach Kendall Love said that the Mat Tigers are going to have a challenge at the ... [Full Story »] 

Game console, sex toys stolen from house

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BraseltonNewsTODAY
Thursday, December 4. 2008
A Braselton woman said someone stole a game console and a suitcase with sex toys from her residence, according to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office. The woman said someone kicked in the basement door of her residence, and took a PlayStation 3, speakers and a suitcase with sex toys. The woman had several suspects in mind, but only knew their ... [Full Story »] 

Man charged with aggravated battery

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MadisonJournalTODAY
Thursday, December 4. 2008
Victim in intensive care in Augusta A Colbert man remains in intensive care at Augusta Medical Center and an Athens man is behind bars after he allegedly severely beat his friend at a home on Lem Edwards Road. After a complicated investigative effort by sheriff’s deputies, John William Baxter, 34, 2240 Airport Drive, was arrested early ... [Full Story »] 
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