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Braselton CID looks at participation in Gwinnett discount card

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Monday, February 13. 2012

A new discount shopping card offered through the Gwinnett County Chamber of Commerce could benefit the Braselton Community Improvement District (CID), according to those promoting the venture. “Any business can really do this,” said Stephanie Sokenis, executive director of Shop in Gwinnett — a program offered through the chamber of ... [Full Story »]

Sheriff candidates face off at political forum

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Monday, February 13. 2012

With qualifying still months away, candidates for the Jackson County sheriff’s race faced off for the first time on Saturday, Feb. 4, at a political forum at the Nicholson Community Center. Candidates for the sheriff’s race who participated in the forum were: Janis Mangum, Ramone Gilbert, Ronnie Norris, Andy Garrison, Caine Tate and Greg ... [Full Story »]

Benton to seek another term

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Monday, February 13. 2012

Rep. Tommy Benton has announced that he will seek re-election this summer to his fifth term in the Georgia House of Representative from District 31. The district currently covers most of Jackson County and small portions of Hall and Barrow counties. With reapportionment, District 31 will lose the Barrow and Hall portions but will continue to ... [Full Story »]

Homeowner, residents have dispute about too many visitors at house

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Sunday, February 12. 2012

A civil dispute between a homeowner and those living rent-free at the residence lead to the involvement of deputies, according to an incident report from the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office. A Jefferson man told deputies that he allowed several people to live in a house that he owns on Whirlaway Street, Jefferson, without a contract and no ... [Full Story »]

Immigration, gun control among issues addressed by candidates

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Saturday, February 11. 2012

Candidates who have announced so far for the 9th Congressional District seat addressed issues such as immigration, gun control and term limits Saturday morning at a political forum at the Nicholson Community Center. 9th Congressional District race candidates present were: Hunter Bicknell, Clifton McDuffie and Martha Zoller. Candidate Doug ... [Full Story »]

Congressional candidates report campaign contributions, costs

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Saturday, February 11. 2012

Jackson County Commission Chairman Hunter Bicknell has some financial catching up to do in his bid for a Congressional seat. Bicknell, who lives in Traditions of Braselton, announced in November that he is running for the newly-created 9th Congressional District. Radio talk show host Martha Zoller and state Rep. Doug Collins (R-Gainesville) are ... [Full Story »]

Firefighters respond to area incidents

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Saturday, February 11. 2012

The West Jackson Fire Department responded to the following incidents during the past two weeks: •false alarm at a Ga. Hwy. 53, Braselton, address, where a fire alarm was unintentionally activated. •smoke investigation on I-85, where a car was found off the interstate with its hood open. There was no fire or smoke showing from the vehicle. ... [Full Story »]

Hoschton, JCWSA renew annual contract

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Friday, February 10. 2012

When it comes to the management of its water and sewerage systems, the City of Hoschton knows a good thing when it sees one. Mayor Erma Denney appeared before the Jackson County Water and Sewerage Authority last Thursday night to “respectfully request” that the authority renew its annual contract with Hoschton to manage the city’s water ... [Full Story »]

Car club asks city to close street for cruise-ins

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Friday, February 10. 2012

A car club that has been holding its monthly “cruise-ins” in Braselton will be moving back to Hoschton. The American Street Rodders was established in 2007 and initially held its cruise-ins — when members display their vintage and muscle cars for a show — at the Hoschton Towne Center parking lot. However, the group has been hosting ... [Full Story »]

New traffic signal on Ga. Hwy. 124 to be operational on Feb. 15

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Thursday, February 9. 2012

A new traffic signal at the intersection of Ga. Hwy. 124 and Gum Springs Church Road in West Jackson is expected to be fully operations on the afternoon of Wednesday, Feb. 15. The Georgia Department of Transportation said the new signal will begin flashing in test mode on Friday, Feb. 10. If weather permits, the signal is expected to be ... [Full Story »]

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