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Health care reform impact remains unclear

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Wednesday, September 16. 2009

As President Obama attempts to inject some clarity into the national health care reform debate, small business owners remain concerned over how the proposed legislation will affect their bottom line. On September 9, the Barrow County Chamber of Commerce hosted a conference to discuss what impact the current health care reform proposals may have ... [Full Story »]

House destroyed by fire

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Tuesday, September 15. 2009

A Monday afternoon fire destroyed a home in the 1200 block of Harmony Grove Church Road in Auburn. Barrow County Fire and Emergency Services personnel were dispatched at 5:30 p.m. in response to a 911 call. The home was 70 percent involved by the time firefighters arrived at the scene, according to public information officer Lt. Scott Dakin. ... [Full Story »]

Police called after birds found dead

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Tuesday, September 15. 2009

Winder Police were called to a residence on Ashwood Drive last Wednesday after the homeowner discovered several pet birds dead inside their pen. The victim told police she heard muffled gun shots earlier in the day, but had not been alarmed because her neighbors frequently shoot guns in their back yard. When the woman checked on her pets later ... [Full Story »]

Dispute over medication leads to complaint

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Monday, September 14. 2009

A dispute over who should administer medication to an ailing relative led a Lilburn woman to contact Auburn Police last week. The woman said she has been caring for her grandfather, but has been unable to give him his medications because her aunt will not allow it. According to the report, the woman and her aunt have an ongoing dispute over the ... [Full Story »]

COLUMN: Truth about Obama’s ‘talk’ to students

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Sunday, September 13. 2009

Even now, days after the revelation came to light, it is still shocking. Conservative pundits are rightfully in an uproar. The uncovering of this bombshell has made the ratings for FOX News at an all time high. Yes, it appears President Obama was going to hypnotize young students during his “talk” with them. Not only that, while the ... [Full Story »]

COLUMN: Reaction to Obama school speech disturbing

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Sunday, September 13. 2009

It is a disturbing time in American politics when the President of the United States cannot encourage school children to exceed in school without generating a nationwide controversy. It is even more disturbing that it is the President’s own actions and affiliations that have created such a bitter and vitriolic political atmosphere. Worse yet ... [Full Story »]

Reaction to Obama school speech disturbing

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Sunday, September 13. 2009

Statham man charged with child molestation

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Sunday, September 13. 2009

A Statham man has been charged with child molestation after a school program designed to teach children about proper and improper touching led a student to reveal that she had been victimized. After an investigation by authorities, Rico Durant Tucker, 46, of 398 Coleman Drive in Statham, was arrested on charges of child molestation and cruelty ... [Full Story »]

Police not fooled by “lazy eye”

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Saturday, September 12. 2009

A Winder man attempted to explain his poor performance during field sobriety evaluations by claiming he had a “lazy eye” and astigmatism. Police stopped 29-year-old James Renfroe Jr. of 280 Courtyard Circle in Winder after a citizen called 911 to report a possible drunk driver. The responding officer witnessed Renfroe fail to maintain lane ... [Full Story »]

Dr. Pepper thief arrested after brief chase

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Friday, September 11. 2009

An Auburn police officer on routine patrol last Thursday night observed a man running from the Kangaroo convenience store on Highway 8. The officer pursued the suspect and found the man lying on the ground in a nearby wooded area. The officer ordered the suspect to show his hands and walk out of the woods. When the man stood, two bottles of Dr. ... [Full Story »]

Entries from September 2009