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‘Holiday Ice Spectacular’ full of holiday cheer

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Sunday, December 19. 2010

Dancing toy soldiers and bears, a charming elf named Henry, a giant sparkling Christmas tree and thrilling solos, daring duets and the country’s best skaters combine to create a holiday revue that is not to be missed. “The Holiday Ice Spectacular” will be presented at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre through Dec. 24. The show opens ... [Full Story »]

Icy conditions cause 21 wrecks

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Thursday, December 16. 2010

A minor winter storm Wednesday night and early Thursday morning that brought icy conditions to some areas of Jackson County led to 21 wrecks and five roads being closed. The roads are all open now. “The road department started at 5 p.m. and worked through the night completing salting operation of county road,” EMS director Steve Nichols ... [Full Story »]

Schools closed Thursday due to weather

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Thursday, December 16. 2010

Due to inclement weather and icy conditions, the Banks County School System will be closed for students and staff for Thursday December 16. This closing includes the Head Start program.

Business to remain closed pending outcome of crime lab results

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Wednesday, December 15. 2010

The Banks County Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday to not reinstate a business license for a Banks Crossing business after a confidential informant allegedly purchased “fake pot” at the convenience store. The BOC is going to wait further action until getting the results from the Georgia Crime Lab on the item that was sold at Sam’s Food ... [Full Story »]

Incidents reported to sheriff’s office include theft, animal complaints

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Monday, December 13. 2010

The Banks County Sheriff’s Office responded to a number of incidents reported during the past week. They include: •welfare check at a Dodd Road, Commerce, residence. The responding deputy reported that he spoke with the homeowner and everything appeared to be fine at this location. •suspicious person at a Highway 323, Maysville, ... [Full Story »]

Live nativity planned in Alto

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Monday, December 13. 2010

The Alto Congregational Holiness Church youth group will have a live nativity at Alto City Hall at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 19.

Business closed after undercover officer buys ‘fake pot’

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Wednesday, December 8. 2010

The Banks County Sheriff’s Office shut down a business Monday after an undercover officer allegedly purchased an illegal drug. Sam’s Food Mart at Banks Crossing was closed after an undercover officer purchased a “smoking tobacco which has been categorized as a schedule 1 narcotic,” which is illegal in the state of Georgia and is a ... [Full Story »]

Christmas comes alive in Gaston County, N.C.

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Monday, December 6. 2010

A town that turns into Christmas Town USA each Dec. 1 with 600,000 red, green and white lights sparking from tree tops and homes… Making holiday crafts, sipping hot chocolate and snacking on a reindeer cupcake after exploring the holiday displays in the gardens… Going to an elf workshop and Colonial Village in the area museum… These are ... [Full Story »]

Donations needed for holiday meals for seniors

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Monday, December 6. 2010

The Banks County Senior Citizen’s Center is seeking donations to provide home-delivered meals to seniors during the holiday season. The cost for providing meals is as follows: $3.45 for one day; $17.25 for one week; $75.90 for one month; $894.96 for one year. All donations are tax deductible. Checks should be made payable to the Banks County ... [Full Story »]

Photos taken through Dec. 10 for 44th annual kids’ section

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Thursday, December 2. 2010

Photos will be taken through Dec. 10 for the 44th annual kids’ section which will be printed in The Jackson Herald, The Banks County News and The Commerce News. The cost is $5 per small photo (one child) and $10 per larger photo (two or more children). Photos and payment may be dropped off at any of the newspaper offices. Submissions are also ... [Full Story »]

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