Entries from March 2009

BRIDGES: Something has to change and soon

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BraseltonNewsTODAY
Friday, March 27. 2009
“Cause in the real world they’re shutting Detroit down ... while the boss man takes his bonus pay and jets on out of town.” — From a John Rich song We’re living in historic times. Much like we read and hear about the Great Depression or when Pearl Harbor was bombed, we are indeed in historic times. Years and decades from now ... [Full Story »] 

Danny Hambrick

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MainStreetNewsOBITS
Thursday, March 26. 2009
BETHLEHEM - Danny Hambrick, 55, died Friday, March 20, 2009, following injuries received in a car accident. Born in Fulton County, he was the son of the late Dewitt and Lucille Payne Hambrick. He was a devoted husband and father who loved unconditionally. His love for others surpassed his earthly death as his parting gift was to ensure the ... [Full Story »] 

Walter Broom

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MainStreetNewsOBITS
Thursday, March 26. 2009
GILLSVILLE – Walter Eugene Broom, 74, died Wednesday, March 25, 2009, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville, following an extended illness. Born on March 1, 1935, in Hall County, he was the son of the late Emory Broom Sr. and Evalon Smith Broom. He was retired from the State of South Carolina School System, a member of Forrest ... [Full Story »] 

EDITORIAL: Keeping an eye on the ball

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Thursday, March 26. 2009
To say that Barrow County politics is tumultuous would be an understatement. At times, it appears to be akin to a blood sport as accusations and recriminations fly back and forth. Much of this is driven by the “politics of personality” — who is friends with whom, family relationships, political paybacks and petty grievances that get ... [Full Story »] 

EDITORIAL: Key economic signs merit watching

Posted by
JacksonHeraldTODAY
Thursday, March 26. 2009
The announcement last week that Caterpillar would be closing its Jefferson plant was an economic blow to Jackson County. It is the second large manufacturing industry to close in the past few months — the LP plant in Center shut down in the fall. And other local industries have cut back production and employees to varying degrees. So despite ... [Full Story »] 

Banks has time off before Oglethorpe

Posted by
MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, March 26. 2009
After a long five game week, Banks County Diamond Leopards move to 2-2 in the region and 8-3 overall. Out of the five games the Leopards played in the past seven days, the only sour note for Banks County was North Oconee, which added the team’s second loss to a subregion opponent. This week should prove to be a little more relaxed for the ... [Full Story »] 

Jefferson looks to hold off Eagles

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, March 26. 2009
By Brandon Reed Chalk up another successful week for the Jefferson Diamond Dragons. With a win over rival Commerce, followed by two region wins last week, the Dragons were sitting high heading into yesterday’s game against North Oconee. Sub-region opponent North Oconee hosted Jefferson Tuesday evening in the battle for the top spot in the ... [Full Story »] 

Walter Brown

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MainStreetNewsOBITS
Thursday, March 26. 2009
GILLSVILLE – Walter Eugene Brown, 74, died Wednesday, March 25, 2009, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. Funeral services will be announced at a later date. Memorial Park Funeral Home, Gainesville, is in charge of arrangements.

Walter Broom

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MainStreetNewsOBITS
Thursday, March 26. 2009
GILLSVILLE – Walter Eugene Broom, 74, died Wednesday, March 25, 2009, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville, following an extended illness. Born on March 1, 1935, in Hall County, he was the son of the late Emory Broom Sr. and Evalon Smith Broom. He was retired from the State of North Carolina School System, a member of Forrest ... [Full Story »] 

‘Aunt Trick’ Deaton

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MainStreetNewsOBITS
Thursday, March 26. 2009
WINDER - Eurilla ‘Aunt Trick’ Deaton, 89, died Thursday, March 26, 2009. Born in Barrow County, she was the daughter of the late James L. and Narcy Turk Magness. A member of Union Baptist Church, she was retired from Carwood Manufacturing Company. Mrs. Deaton was preceded in death by her husband, James M. Deaton; brother, Jarrell Magness; ... [Full Story »] 
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