Entries from April 2010

Crime victims’ rights week commemorated

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BarrowJournal
Thursday, April 29. 2010
Last week, Sally Quillian Yates, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia, along with federal investigative agencies in the Northern District of Georgia, commemorated “National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.” The week is observed by the numerous federal, state and local agencies which receive financial, volunteer and other ... [Full Story »] 

Dragons victorious over Rabun

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Wednesday, April 28. 2010
With the end of the regular season just ahead, the Jefferson Dragons are looking to close in high form after picking up wins over Rabun and Banks County in the past week. The Dragons will close the regular season with a Friday doubleheader against the Eagles of Riverside Military Academy. The Eagles enter play this week 3-14 in the region and ... [Full Story »] 

Panthers take on Archer Thursday

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Wednesday, April 28. 2010
The Jackson County Panthers are looking to end their season on a high note. Despite a good overall season that’s seen the Panthers go 12-11 going into this week, their region record hasn’t reflected that effort, with a 5-11 record going into this week. The Panthers have one more shot to end their season on the same terms that they began it. ... [Full Story »] 

Lady Dragons start strong in region meet

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Wednesday, April 28. 2010
The Jefferson Lady Dragons competed strong in the opening day of competition in the 8-AA region meet at East Jackson. The opening day was pushed back to Monday due to Saturday’s rainy weather, with the finals scheduled to be held today (Wednesday) at EJCHS. Monday saw the field events and the 1600-meters completed, with the track finals being ... [Full Story »] 

Jefferson netters best Bulldogs

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Wednesday, April 28. 2010
The Jefferson Dragons boys tennis team has made their first step forward in state tournament play, defeating Macon County 5-0 in round one to move on to round two. The Dragons defeated the Bulldogs in 44 minutes, with Zach Bost, Blair Buffington, Ben Daniels, and the doubles teams of Matt Buchanan, Aaron Martin, Trevor Castellaw and Cason ... [Full Story »] 

Daisy Festival starts Friday

Posted by
CommerceNewsTODAY
Wednesday, April 28. 2010
Nicholson’s annual Daisy Festival will be held Friday through Sunday adjacent to City Hall. Music, games, food and a parade are part of the plans for the three-day festival. The festival will open at 6 p.m. Friday with entertainment, a cakewalk and arts and crafts booths. On Saturday, the parade will be held at 10:30 a.m. Opening ceremonies ... [Full Story »] 

Jackson residents respond well to Census

Posted by
CommerceNewsTODAY
Wednesday, April 28. 2010
It is encouraging to see that Jackson County’s response to the 2010 Census is above both the state and national averages. As of Friday, Jackson County had a 74-percent response, compared to a 69-percent Georgia response and a 72-percent national average. It is important to the federal government to have the most accurate tally possible, but ... [Full Story »] 

Assistant police chief talks about personal safety tips

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Wednesday, April 28. 2010
Being aware of a person’s own surroundings is one of the most important things Braselton Assistant Police Chief Lou Solis thinks leads to safety. Solis was the speaker at the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce’s Women in Business luncheon on April 21 at First Georgia Banking Company in Jefferson. His speech highlighted how to stay safe ... [Full Story »] 

Lady Tigers Seek State Representation

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Wednesday, April 28. 2010
After being rained out over the weekend. The Lady Tigers were able to get in the first round of the girls’ 8-A region track meet on Monday. The finals in the running events were scheduled Tuesday, but results were unavailable at press time. After Monday’s opening, Commerce was in fifth place with 13 points. Athens Christian led with 89 ... [Full Story »] 

Lady Eagles Tie For Third As Region 8-AA Track Meet Opens

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Wednesday, April 28. 2010
East Jackson played host this week to the 8-AA girls’ region meet, which was pushed back to Monday due to Saturday’s wet weather. In the opening round, East Jackson tied for third with Rabun County, with both teams scoring 29 points. North Oconee led after day one with 95, with Jefferson in second with 52.5 points. Dawson County, Walnut ... [Full Story »] 
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