Entries from December 2010

COLUMN: Getting ready for Christmas

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Friday, December 24. 2010
So the big day is nearly upon us and I say if it’s not done for Christmas by now, let it go. I will not, however, be following my own advice. I still have presents to wrap, a menu to plan and food to shop for – not to mention a rather lengthy list of last minute details to accomplish. But, that’s okay. A recent decision not to decorate ... [Full Story »] 

OPINION: Wish Christmas could be a joy again

Posted by
MadisonJournalTODAY
Friday, December 24. 2010
For me, Christmas is just not as much fun as it once was. It has been spoiled by greed, arrogance and egotism. For far too many of us, Christmas is about how much we can get, who we can impress with the size of our display and how important we appear to the community. With all this, we have often completely lost the real purpose of Christmas. ... [Full Story »] 

OPINION: One Solitary Life

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Friday, December 24. 2010
THE imagery of the Christ Child being born in a stable beneath a bright star surrounded by both learned Wise Men and humble shepherds is one of the most powerful pictures in human history. Humble by birth, He became a shepherd of men, a king of kings and the light of humankind. Yet, for all His impact on this world, little is known about the ... [Full Story »] 

BOC requests audit of long-time airport tenant

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Friday, December 24. 2010
The Barrow County Board of Commissioners has asked county financial auditor Marilyn Golightly to audit long time airport tenant Romanair for possible underpayment of fees to the authority. Romanair is the fixed base operator at the airport and handles fuel sales. The move brings the BOC into an ongoing dispute between Romanair and airport ... [Full Story »] 

EMS responds to several incidents during past week

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Friday, December 24. 2010
Barrow County Emergency Services handled a total of 5,178 calls last week. With 1,276 calls being dispatched by Communication Officers. •On Dec. 10, Barrow County EMS responded to a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 82 and Pickle Simon Road. There were two cars involved, and one person was transported. •On Dec. 13, ... [Full Story »] 

Lady Eagles Face Hancock December 28

Posted by
MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, December 23. 2010
The East Jackson Lady Eagles entered the Christmas break on a high note last week after picking up a victory over Oglethorpe County Friday night. The win left East Jackson 3-6 overall and 0-1 in the region going into the break. The Lady Eagles will return to the court on Dec. 28 as they host the Wingslinger Holiday Bash tournament at EJCHS. ... [Full Story »] 

Tigers Return To Action Jan. 7

Posted by
MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, December 23. 2010
The Commerce Tigers worked to enter the Christmas break on a high note after picking up their second region win of the season against Lakeview Academy while splitting the first two games of tournament play in Hart County. The Tigers will have a couple of weeks to catch their breath before launching hard and heavy into their region schedule, ... [Full Story »] 

Mat Eagles In Region Duals Jan. 7

Posted by
MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, December 23. 2010
It was a rough week for the East Jackson Mat Eagles as they fell to Banks County, Gainesville and Loganville last week. East Jackson will try to turn things around in the region duals coming up Jan. 7 and 8 at Jefferson, marking the start of the 2011 portion of the mat Eagles season. Last Tuesday, the mat Eagles played host to Banks County and ... [Full Story »] 

MC basketball breaks for Christmas; return for tourney Mon.

Posted by
MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, December 23. 2010
Madison County’s varsity basketball teams take the week off from play for the Christmas holidays, but will return next week as the Red Raiders and the Lady Red Raiders hit the hardwood at Oconee County for the Warrior Holiday Classic. The tournament runs Monday, Dec. 27, through Wednesday, Dec. 29. Madison County’s girls will open tourney ... [Full Story »] 

Jesse L. Anderson

Posted by
MainStreetNewsOBITS
Thursday, December 23. 2010
DANIELSVILLE - Jesse L. Anderson, 73, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on December 22, 2010. Jesse was born on April 8, 1937, in Barrington, N.J., son of the late Rev. Jesse and Elizabeth Anderson. He served his country as a Marine from 1955-1959. He married Vera Warren in Flint, Mich. on August 12, 1958. Jesse joined the Washington, ... [Full Story »] 
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