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Stray cow shot by deputy

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Thursday, December 10. 2009

A Barrow County man is seeking restitution for veterinary expenses after a Barrow County Sheriff’s Deputy shot one of his cows. Deputies were called to a residence on Kilcrease Road after a tenant reported a loose cow in her backyard. According to the cow’s owner, Eddie Knight, the cow was 275 feet away from the road when a deputy arrived. ... [Full Story »]

EDITORIAL: Tax revolt coming

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Thursday, December 10. 2009

There’s a revolt coming in this nation. Government — from local city councils all the way to the federal level — are out of control. People are tired of being taxed to pay high salaries and generous benefits of government officials, many of whom are not just overpaid, but also under-worked. Government efficiency is an oxymoron. The latest ... [Full Story »]

England reacts to Richardson resignation

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Thursday, December 10. 2009

Like many other Georgia lawmakers, Rep. Terry England is relieved the crisis with Georgia House Speaker Glenn Richardson has passed. “It has been a week full of events and speculation since Susan went on TV last Monday night,” England said. “I am glad this now is behind us and Glenn. Now he and his family can focus on his healing and ... [Full Story »]

Gubernatorial candidate to speak Dec. 14

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Thursday, December 10. 2009

Gubernatorial candidate Carl Camon will speak at the Barrow County Democratic Club meeting on December 14, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. Camon is the mayor of Ray City, Georgia. He served on the State of Georgia's County and Municipal Probation Advisory Council and was the statewide chairman of Georgia's Municipal Association for the Environment and ... [Full Story »]

Man seeking help from police is arrested

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Thursday, December 10. 2009

A Suwanee man who came to the Auburn Police Department seeking help with a domestic issue was arrested after an officer learned the man was wanted. Antonio English, 38, of 707 Jackson Park Lane in Suwanee, was arrested for a probation violation warrant issued by the Flowery Branch Police Department. English was turned over to Flowery Branch ... [Full Story »]

Bethlehem leaders to seek traffic light

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Wednesday, December 9. 2009

In an attempt to be “proactive” on the issue, Town of Bethlehem officials agreed to look into how many traffic accidents have occurred in the past year at the intersection of Hwy. 11 and Star Street. Town leaders hope to convince Department of Transportation officials that a red light is needed at the intersection. To this point, officials ... [Full Story »]

Rep. England putting support behind Rep. Ralston in wake of Speaker's departure

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Wednesday, December 9. 2009

Barrow County State Rep. Terry England said Tuesday he is supporting Rep. David Ralston as new Speaker of the Georgia Houses of Representatives. A new speaker will have to be elected since Rep. Glenn Richardson has resigned following reported personal issues, including a reported suicide attempt and an affair with a lobbyist. England supported ... [Full Story »]

Hoschton woman guilty of investment scheme

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Wednesday, December 9. 2009

A federal jury has found a Hoschton woman guilty in an advance fee investment scheme that resulted in more than three dozen victims losing an estimated $3.7 million. Katherine Twigg, 48, was convicted on Friday on one count of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, and three counts of wire fraud. Her trial lasted for four days and it took ... [Full Story »]

COLUMN: Comparing today to my favorite time, decade

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Wednesday, December 9. 2009

It’s been a long time since I was a high school student. While I realize in the grand scheme of things 20 years is not the longest amount of time in the world, it has been more than two decades now since I was roaming the halls of my high school alma mater as a student. Twenty years. In some ways it seems longer, in others it seems like just ... [Full Story »]

Sentences issued in Superior Court

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Wednesday, December 9. 2009

The Barrow County Superior Court recently sentenced the following people. Those charged and their sentences are listed below. Charges listed as nolle prosequi are those in which the prosecutor or plaintiff indicated they would not proceed with the case. In criminal cases, a disposition of nolle prosequi may be entered when evidence proves ... [Full Story »]

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