Entries from April 2009

LETTER: Forget the working man: Bonuses were legal

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Wednesday, April 8. 2009
My reaction to Chris Bridges’ column in the March 25 issue (“Something has to change soon”) about bonuses paid to some AIG employees was one of consternation. That is not unusual for me when I encounter a liberal’s thought processes. I am sure Bridges will cling to his misconceptions, but since he tried to foist them onto his readers I ... [Full Story »] 

Jefferson PD report recent arrests

Posted by
JacksonHeraldTODAY
Wednesday, April 8. 2009
The Jefferson Police Department arrested nine people last week, including the following: •Melissa Ann Brooks, 30, 2508 Amelia Way, Statham, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and failure to move over. •Melissa Ruthanne Nalley, 29, 231 Spratlin Drive, Jefferson, battery, possession of marijuana less than one ounce and probation ... [Full Story »] 

2,218 property tax returns filed this year

Posted by
JacksonHeraldTODAY
Wednesday, April 8. 2009
More Jackson Countians than usual filed a property tax return this year with the Jackson County Tax Assessor’s Office disputing the value of their property. Some 2,218 countians have challenged the value of their property this year following the rapid decline in the housing and real estate markets. April 1 was the deadline for property owners ... [Full Story »] 

Archer granted variances; to pay $5,000 fine

Posted by
JacksonHeraldTODAY
Wednesday, April 8. 2009
David Archer will be allowed to operate a used car lot on his property in South Jackson, but he will have to pay a $5,000 fine for code violations at the site. The Jackson County Board of Adjustments approved Archer’s request Thursday night for landscaping and setback variances for the business at 129 Harrison Johnson Way. A building, fence ... [Full Story »] 

Son torches mother’s residence

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Wednesday, April 8. 2009
A Bethlehem man has been charged with setting fire to his mother’s house. According to investigators, 29-year-old Charles Scott Mason resided at the house on Gifton Thomas Road with his mother and just before 8 p.m. on April 2 set a fire that caused extensive fire and water damage. After setting the fire, he went to a Dollar General store ... [Full Story »] 

Statham votes to up water & sewer fees

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Wednesday, April 8. 2009
In a 3-2 vote, the Statham City Council voted Tuesday to increase water, sewer and garbage rates. The increases will be effective immediately. The increase will help repay Georgia Environmental Facilities Authority loans, city officials said. Private citizens inside the city limits will now pay a minimum of $16 while commercial customers will ... [Full Story »] 

Barrow BOE gives nod to Bible classes

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Wednesday, April 8. 2009
Following some emotional debate, the Barrow County Board of Education opened the door for the future teaching of a history and literature elective class using the Bible as an instruction book. But that doesn’t mean the classes will be offered. In a 7-2 vote at Tuesday’s April meeting, the BOE gave the OK to the class should the county’s ... [Full Story »] 

Linda Miller

Posted by
MainStreetNewsOBITS
Wednesday, April 8. 2009
LULA – Linda Miller, 61, died Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at Emory University following an extended illness. Born in Pickens County on August 14, 1947, she was the daughter of Cora Bell Poole Chastain of Gainesville and the late Elmer Chastain. She was a member of Timber Ridge Baptist Church. Mrs. Miller was preceded in death by husband, Paul ... [Full Story »] 

FBI looking at plans for Braselton firing range

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Wednesday, April 8. 2009
The engineering plans to enclose Braselton’s firing range are in the hands of the FBI, according to the town’s manager. Jennifer Dees said engineers recently completed a concept plan to enclose the town’s Todd Helcher Memorial firing range, located within Braselton’s wastewater reclamation facility property off Josh Pirkle Road. The ... [Full Story »] 

Drug arrests reported in county

Posted by
BanksNewsTODAY
Wednesday, April 8. 2009
The Banks County Sheriff’s Office made three drug arrests during the search of a residence at 465 Garrison Shoals Road in Lula on Thursday, April 2. Angela Bonds, 42, and her husband, Dennis Bonds, 45, both of 465 Garrison Shoals Road, were charged with possession of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute, possession of marijuana with ... [Full Story »] 
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