Entries from June 2012

Forum: Allen, Thompson speak on strengths they would bring to BOC

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Saturday, June 30. 2012
Two candidates for the District 2 seat on the Jackson County Board of Commissioners spoke at a political forum on the strengths that they would bring to the office. Max Allen and Jody Thompson spoke at the forum Saturday in Nicholson sponsored by the Northeast Georgia Tea Party and the Conservative Citizens of Jackson County. Incumbent Chas ... [Full Story »] 

Forum: Hix speaks on qualifications to serve as commissioner

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Saturday, June 30. 2012
Jim Hix, a candidate for District 1 on the Jackson County Board of Commissioners, spoke on his qualifications at a political forum in Nicholson Saturday morning. Organizers stated that his opponent, Guy Spicer, was unable to attend due to being out of town. A statement submitted by Spicer was read. During his comments, Hix said: “My interest ... [Full Story »] 

Hull considers ways to spend SPLOST funds

Posted by
MadisonJournalTODAY
Saturday, June 30. 2012
By Jeremy Elrod Correspondent Hull city leaders discussed potential ways to spend sales tax money June 18. “We’re still currently taking bids to do the paving of Oak Drive, but are there any other areas where we believe our SPLOST (special purpose local option sales tax) funds can be put to use?” asked Mayor Paul Elkins. Councilwoman ... [Full Story »] 

Sheriff candidates speak at Nicholson forum

Posted by
CommerceNewsTODAY
Friday, June 29. 2012
Candidates for sheriff of Jackson County spoke at a political forum June 23 in Nicholson about why voters should elect them to replace long-time sheriff Stan Evans, who is retiring at the end of this year. The forum was sponsored by the Northeast Georgia Tea Party and Conservative Citizens of Jackson County. Sheriff candidates attending the ... [Full Story »] 

Jackson deputies arrest 30

Posted by
CommerceNewsTODAY
Friday, June 29. 2012
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office charged 30 people last week, including the following: •Benjamin Davis Brown, 23, 188 Magnolia Place, Commerce, DUI, failure to maintain lane. •Christopher Ray Bunn, 30, 109 Drew Lane, Tunnel Hill, failure to appear original charge: burglary, criminal damage to property 2nd degree. •Maurice Devon ... [Full Story »] 

Dr. Keith Ash dies

Posted by
CommerceNewsTODAY
Friday, June 29. 2012
The Commerce Police Department is investigating the death of Dr. Keith Ash, who was found dead Wednesday night at his Commerce residence. Ash, a former surgeon at what was then BJC Medical Center, operated Urgent Care at Banks Crossing. "The scene was handled as a crime scene because of the unattended nature of the death," explained John ... [Full Story »] 

State issues public health warning for North Georgia

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Friday, June 29. 2012
In addition to the scorching heat, North Georgia is experiencing poor air quality, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health. The state agency issued a warning Friday afternoon, noting that the conditions are particularly hazardous to the elderly and to children. "We're sounding the alarm now and we're sounding it loudly," said ... [Full Story »] 

Jackson Ambrose (6-28-12)

Posted by
MainStreetNewsOBITS
Friday, June 29. 2012
WINDER – Jackson Ambrose, 75, died Thursday, June 28, 2012. He was the son of the late Ambrose and Lorene Segars Jackson. He was a 1955 graduate of Winder High School and a 1959 graduate of the University of Georgia He was employed by Carwood Manufacturing and Duck Head from 1962 to 2004. He then worked for the City of Winder from 2004 to ... [Full Story »] 

Braselton mayor calls for big budget cut

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Friday, June 29. 2012
The Braselton Town Council approved a general fund budget last week that cuts a few perks — after Mayor Bill Orr called for elected officials to slash 10 percent from the proposal. Braselton’s general fund budget for the 2013 fiscal year — which starts on July 1 — stands at $3.1 million, compared to $2.9 million for the current fiscal ... [Full Story »] 

Braselton mayor calls for big budget cut

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Friday, June 29. 2012
The Braselton Town Council approved a general fund budget last week that cuts a few perks — after Mayor Bill Orr called for elected officials to slash 10 percent from the proposal. Braselton’s general fund budget for the 2013 fiscal year — which starts on July 1 — stands at $3.1 million, compared to $2.9 million for the current fiscal ... [Full Story »] 
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