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Angela Sheppard has resigned as Administrative Officer for Banks County government to take a job as assistant manager for the City of Gainesville. Sheppard, who has worked for Banks County since 2005, wrote in her letter of resignation that she was leaving with “mixed emotions.” Her last day in Banks County will be Wednesday, April 22. ... [Full Story »] 

The Banks County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following incidents during the past week: •damage to mailboxes on Loggins Lane. •suspicious person at Comfort Suites, Highway 441, Commerce. •all terrain vehicle (ATV) in the roadway on Alexander Road. •juvenile problem at a Brookside Drive, Lula, residence. •vehicle accident with a ... [Full Story »] 

Although Banks County has avoided much of the foreclosure turmoil that has rocked some nearby high-growth counties, that may be changing. For the May sale date, some 25 foreclosure actions are hitting the area, a new all-time monthly high for a single month. It was the second month in a row that Banks County foreclosures topped 20 in a month. ... [Full Story »] 

For 7-year-old Jake Myler, the best part of his visit to Stone Mountain Park was playing in The Barn. He loved running and climbing and throwing the balls. His day at the park included several visits to The Barn. As for 8-year old Sarah Minish, she enjoyed taking the skyride to the top of the mountain and seeing the pretty view. She also had ... [Full Story »] 

“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 »]