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Over the last year or so, several municipalities in the county have gone into meltdown mode, to wit: • Hoschton has been about as close to bankruptcy as a town can get without actually turning off the lights at city hall. A favorable lawsuit settlement this week may help the town dig out of that hole, but that lucky break isn’t a forever ... [Full Story »] 

The 19th annual Art in the Park festival will be held at Hurricane Shoals Park Sept. 19-20. The booths will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19, and from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 20. Entertainment, concessions and youth activities will also be offered both days. For a complete list of events, see the Sept. 16 ...

The City of Pendergrass has reportedly hired former Jefferson police investigator Robert LaRocque as the town’s new police chief to replace Rob Russell. LaRocque was working in Pendergrass on Thursday, but exactly when he was hired isn’t clear. The Pendergrass City Council has not held a legal public meeting over the past week, although ... [Full Story »] 

The controversy in Maysville over whether or not the city should create an alcohol pouring license is reaching a critical point. In the coming weeks, the Maysville City Council will be voting on the proposal. But before the council votes, it should be clear about what it’s really voting on. When this issue comes up in small towns, it’s ... [Full Story »] 

The wife of Nicholson Mayor Ronnie Maxwell was slapped by another woman during last Thursday’s city council meeting. Pam Presley slapped Gail Maxwell at the meeting while the council was in a closed session in another room. Presley had earlier appeared before the council to complain about a building permit issue. While waiting for the council ... [Full Story »]