Entries from October 2011

Region goals set for AHS runners

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, October 27. 2011
The Apalachee High School cross country teams will venture to region this week and see what happens. “This year has been very challenging and we have not worked and competed to our potential,” said coach Billy Harrell. “The girls will not be able to qualify for state because we do not field enough runners. I hope for Shannon McConnell to ... [Full Story »] 

Braves to help with benefit golf tournament

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, October 27. 2011
The 29th annual Hit 'Em for Hemophilia Golf Tournament will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Château Elan Winery and Resort in Braselton. Sponsored by Hemophilia of Georgia in partnership with the Atlanta Braves, the Hit 'Em for Hemophilia Golf Tournament is recognized as one of the premier charity golfing events in the United States. Since ... [Full Story »] 

Elender V. Hale (10-26-11)

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MainStreetNewsOBITS
Thursday, October 27. 2011
ATHENS - Elender V. Hale, 88, died Wednesday, October 26, 2011. Born in Walhalla, S.C., she lived in this area since 1947. She was the daughter of the late Albert David and Middie Garrett Vissage and was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Lovic R. Hale, Jr. Mrs. Hale retired from the University of Georgia and was a member of the ... [Full Story »] 

Engineering firm seeks additional funds

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BarrowJournal
Thursday, October 27. 2011
The owner of one of Georgia’s leading transportation engineering firms gave a command performance at Tuesday night’s meeting of the Barrow County Board of Commissioners. Tom Moreland, the former president of Moreland Altobelli Associates Inc., appeared at the meeting with two top executives of his Norcross firm in order to explain the need ... [Full Story »] 

94 cast ballots early for Nov. 8 elections

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CommerceNewsTODAY
Wednesday, October 26. 2011
As of noon on Tuesday, 94 Commerce voters had taken advantage of early voting opportunities for the Nov. 8 city election. Early voting for the Nov. 8 city elections began on Oct. 18 and will continue through Nov. 4 at City Hall. Voters may cast their ballots between 8:30 and 4:30 on weekdays. While early voting takes place at City Hall, all of ... [Full Story »] 

Nicholson's budget up 12.9%

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CommerceNewsTODAY
Wednesday, October 26. 2011
The Nicholson City Council presented its proposed 2012 annual budget totaling $462,894 Thursday night. That is a 12.9-percent increase over the 2011 budget totaling $410,000. “This is still a cut-throat budget,” Mayor Ronnie Maxwell said. “It is up over last year due to a projected increase in revenues.” Revenue projections for 2012 ... [Full Story »] 

Drug 'take-back' is Saturday

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CommerceNewsTODAY
Wednesday, October 26. 2011
The Commerce Police Department, hoping to encourage people to safely dispose of expired or no longer needed prescription drugs, will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s “Drug Take-Back” this Saturday. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., people can drive into the parking lot at the J. Nolan Spear Jr. Public Safety Complex at 1491 ... [Full Story »] 

Timely loss gives Tigers home field hopes

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Wednesday, October 26. 2011
Undefeated Prince Avenue solidified its command over Region 8-A with a 35-13 win over Commerce in Bogart last Friday. However, the Tigers’ loss did not hurt their playoff run. In fact, another team’s unexpected loss actually boosted Commerce’s chances at securing home field advantage in the first round. Athens Academy fell to Athens ... [Full Story »] 

Basketball practice begins at commerce

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Wednesday, October 26. 2011
Commerce High School’s basketball teams tipped off the season this week with opening rounds of practice. The boys’ squad, led by coach Chad Bridges, worked out on Monday, with 17 junior varsity and varsity players arriving at the gymnasium. Another six or seven players are expected to join the team after the Tigers’ football season ends. ... [Full Story »] 

Early voting on Sunday alcohol sales continues in cities

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BraseltonNewsTODAY
Wednesday, October 26. 2011
Early voting is under way in Braselton and Hoschton, as both cities are holding special elections to decide on Sunday alcohol sales at stores. Neither city has contested council seats on the general election ballot on Tuesday, Nov. 8. Hoschton’s early voting will continue through next Friday, Nov. 4, at city hall. Voters may cast a ballot ... [Full Story »] 
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