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Jefferson councilman doesn't like new district

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Wednesday, May 11. 2011

A Jefferson city councilman doesn't like the proposed city redistricting that would change his Ward. Like many communities across the nation, Jefferson is redrawing its voting districts for the city council and board of education using the 2010 Census figures. That data showed a dramatic population increase for Jefferson — from 3,825 in 2000 ... [Full Story »]

Seventy-one charged by Jackson County Sheriff’s Office

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Friday, May 6. 2011

THE JACKSON County Sheriff’s Office charged 71 people last week, including the following: •Lynsey Samantha Banister, 21, 132 Loggins Lane, Commerce, probation violation. •Demetrius Antonio Brookins, 38, 259 Azalea Drive, Jefferson, probation violation. •Terry Lee Godfrey, 42, 3695 Old Maysville Road, Commerce, child support violation. ... [Full Story »]

Chamber now taking Leadership Jackson 2012 nominations

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Friday, May 6. 2011

Until Friday, May 20, the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the Leadership Jackson Class of 2012. Participants must live or work in Jackson County, demonstrate leadership ability and possess a strong commitment to serve the community, according to a chamber release. An advisory committee will review ... [Full Story »]

‘World’s Largest Dessert Party’ planned May 12

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Thursday, May 5. 2011

Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. announced that to officially mark the company’s 30th year of business, it will celebrate the occasion throughout the month of May and will highlight the anniversary at a number of national events. On Thursday, May 12, as Tanger Outlet Centers celebrates the 30th anniversary of the company, an attempt will ... [Full Story »]

Town police arrests reported

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Wednesday, May 4. 2011

ARRESTS MADE in the past week by the Jefferson, Commerce, Maysville and Pendergrass police departments include the following: JEFFERSON •Adrian Hernandez, 25, 541 Hilldale Drive, Winder, DUI, obstructing or hindering a law enforcement officer and habitual violator. •Anthony Margarito Hernandez, 22, 203 River Mist Circle, Jefferson, public ... [Full Story »]

Tax digest could shrink 10%; schools bracing for big hit

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Wednesday, May 4. 2011

Jackson County officials are bracing for more severe budget challenges amid speculation that the property tax digest for Jackson County could dip by 10-20 percent following reassessments this year. “Right now it’s really tentative,” noted Hunter Bicknell, chairman of the Jackson County Board of Commissioners. “There’s been a little ... [Full Story »]

Ethics group: Watkins should repay funds

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Wednesday, May 4. 2011

Four of the five members of an ethics committee looking into a complaint against Nicholson councilman Lamar Watkins agreed Tuesday night that he should pay back money he took for travel expenses to a convention in Savannah. The five-member ethics committee did not officially vote on the issue, but each member spoke out on how they believe the ... [Full Story »]

Nicholson ethics complaint to be heard by ethics board

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Tuesday, May 3. 2011

An ethics complaint filed against a Nicholson City Council member will be heard by the town’s ethics board at 6:30 p.m. tonight (Tuesday) at the community center. Former Nicholson council member Faye Seagraves filed the ethics complaint against councilman Lamar Watkins in a letter to the ethics board dated January 8, 2011. Seagraves alleges ... [Full Story »]

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