Entries from April 2010

COLUMN: Homeschool field trip to the William Harris Homestead

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Saturday, April 24. 2010
The best aspect of homeschooling, in my opinion, is all the opportunities families have for interactive learning. Field trips are a big part of this, so a while back a friend of mine in Athens initiated a field trip group for homeschoolers. Because I have a family connection to the William Harris Homestead in Monroe, I thought it would be a ... [Full Story »] 

2010 election season nears

Posted by
MadisonJournalTODAY
Friday, April 23. 2010
The 2010 election season is nearly upon us. Will commissioners John Pethel, Mike Youngblood and Bruce Scogin seek re-election? Will there be any challengers for the BOC District 2, 3 and 5 seats? Those questions will be answered later this month when qualifying for local offices is held. County commissioners agreed prior to the 2008 election to ... [Full Story »] 

Lady Tigers Head To Region

Posted by
MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Friday, April 23. 2010
Commerce’s track teams are nearing the finish of the regular season. The Lady Tigers’ region meet will be this Saturday at Athens Academy while the boys have another week before heading to compete at region. Both teams competed last week at East Jackson. The Thursday tri-meet among East Jackson, Banks County and Commerce had Commerce taking ... [Full Story »] 

East Jackson Wraps Up Soccer Seasons

Posted by
MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Friday, April 23. 2010
The East Jackson soccer teams wrapped up their seasons this week, playing their last two matches of the year. Last Wednesday, East Jackson hosted Banks County and fell 2-0 to the Leopards. The girls, meanwhile, outscored the Lady Leopards 2-0. On Saturday, the Eagles brought their season to a close by hosting the Jefferson Dragons. It was a ... [Full Story »] 

Region ahead for Lady Leopards’ track

Posted by
MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Friday, April 23. 2010
Banks County’s track teams are nearing the finish of the regular season. The Lady Leopards’ region meet will be this Saturday at East Jackson while the boys have another week before heading to compete at region. Both teams competed last week at East Jackson. The Thursday tri-met among East Jackson, Banks County and Commerce had Banks taking ... [Full Story »] 

EDITORIAL: Make a difference: Run for office

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Friday, April 23. 2010
There are a lot of problems in government right now. The economic downturn created a financial crisis, and that crisis exposed the weak underbelly of government. But it isn’t a lack of funds that is the real problem; it is the lack of strong leadership. Anyone can lead during boom times when the money is flowing faster than it can be spent. ... [Full Story »] 

OPINION: Gold Dome turned into spare change cup

Posted by
MadisonJournalTODAY
Friday, April 23. 2010
(ATLANTA) — One lawmaker’s joke quickly turned into a serious solution for Georgia’s budget troubles Wednesday at the state capitol. “The hospital tax, the university cuts, the furloughs and layoffs — I tell you, I’m about ready to pull the top off this dome and use it as a spare change cup,” said exasperated lawmaker Clem Rozier ... [Full Story »] 

Couple arrested for loitering, drug possession

Posted by
MadisonJournalTODAY
Friday, April 23. 2010
A rendezvous turned ugly for a couple recently after their car got stuck in the mud and they ended up in jail. Ricky Alan Whitehill, 48, of 966 Hwy. 98 East, Danielsville, was charged with obstructing or hindering law enforcement officers, possession of marijuana and loitering. Also arrested was Cimmeria Khitai Griever, 29, 1005 Hull Road, ... [Full Story »] 

Qualifying starts Monday in local, state races on the ballot

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Friday, April 23. 2010
Who is really serious about running for the state Senate seat from District 47? Will Rep. Tommy Benton have any opposition for re-election from District 31? How about commissioners Dwain Smith and Bruce Yates? Those questions will be answered starting Monday as qualifying for the July 20 Republican and Democratic primaries begins. Qualifying ... [Full Story »] 

Three residential blazes keep firefighters busy

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Friday, April 23. 2010
A residential fire was reported Thursday morning at 48 Riesling Drive in Braselton. The West Jackson, North Jackson and the Jackson County Correctional Institute fire departments responded on reports of a structure fire. Upon arrival, units found a 1,500 square foot single family residence well involved with fire. All occupants were out of the ... [Full Story »] 
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