Entries from February 2013

Paul Garrison (2-12-13)

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MainStreetNewsOBITS
Monday, February 18. 2013
Paul Q. "Pike" Garrison, 81, died Tuesday, February 12, 2013. He was born in Jackson County, June 14, 1931, the son of Ralph and Rosalou Garrison. He spent his youth on the family farm raising several different crops. He attended and graduated from Jefferson High School then joined the United States Navy in August, 1950 with his older brother ... [Full Story »] 

JCSS facing major fiscal issues

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JacksonHeraldTODAY
Monday, February 18. 2013
If the controversy over how to best use its facilities wasn’t enough of a headache for Jackson County School System leaders, now they face a potential financial crisis. The Jackson County Board of Education adopted an amended budget last week for the current fiscal year that projects a large drop in revenues and an increase in expenses. If ... [Full Story »] 

Leaders seek input about park resident

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MadisonJournalTODAY
Monday, February 18. 2013
Madison County commissioners discussed what could be done to find a new day-time home for an elderly man who spends his days, and frequently nights, at Madison Memorial Park by the county government complex. No answers were agreed upon Feb. 11, but county commission chairman Anthony Dove said he is asking the public for input on a compassionate ... [Full Story »] 

Man on motorcycle faces drug charges

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MadisonJournalTODAY
Monday, February 18. 2013
A Hull man was arrested recently after he fled when an officer attempted to pull his motorcycle over for speeding on Diamond Hill – Neese Road. Clint Lee Flanigan, 38, 803 Willis Glenn Road, was charged with possession of a Schedule II controlled substance, fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer, speeding, reckless driving and ... [Full Story »] 

Ledford wins individual title as JCCHS attains top-10 finish

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Saturday, February 16. 2013
Three out of four Jackson County Comprehensive High School wrestlers placed Saturday to help the team achieve its top 10 goal in the individual state championship in Class AAA. Senior Daivon Ledford (170 lb.) led the Panthers, winning a state title in his weight class. Senior Conner Andreasen (132 lb.) finished in third place and junior JT Wood ... [Full Story »] 

Four JHS wrestlers win titles to lead team to 13th championship

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Saturday, February 16. 2013
Four Jefferson High School wrestlers won individual wrestling titles Saturday to help launch the Dragons to yet another team title, the school's 13th in a row. Chase Piperato (120 lb.), Ben Kelly (113 lb.), Tyler Marinelli (138 lb.) and Jace McColskey (182 lb.) finished atop their weight classes during the the Class AA state meet finals held ... [Full Story »] 

JHS boys win region championship

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Saturday, February 16. 2013
Jefferson High School overcame an 18-point deficit Saturday to upset Greene County, 53-51, and win the region 8-AA title in Greensboro. The Dragons (19-9) will host Kendrick High School (9-17) next week, probably Wednesday, in the first round of the state playoffs. Tyler Patrick scored eight points in the final period to power the Dragons’ to ... [Full Story »] 

Jefferson wins region championship thriller

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Saturday, February 16. 2013
Jefferson High School overcame an 18-point deficit Saturday to upset Greene County, 53-51, and win the region 8-AA title in Greensboro. The Dragons (19-9) will host Kendrick High School (9-17) next week, probably Wednesday, in the first round of the state playoffs. Tyler Patrick scored eight points in the final period to power the Dragons to ... [Full Story »] 

JHS wins region championship, first-round playoff 6:30 p.m. Wednesday

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Saturday, February 16. 2013
Jefferson High School overcame an 18-point deficit Saturday to upset Greene County, 53-51, and win the region 8-AA title in Greensboro. The Dragons (19-9) will host Kendrick High School (9-17) next week, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, in the first round of the state playoffs. Tyler Patrick scored eight points in the final period to power the Dragons to ... [Full Story »] 

Madison County girls capture region title

Posted by
MadisonJournalTODAY
Friday, February 15. 2013
By Dallas Bordon The Madison County Lady Raiders are 2013 Region 8-AAAA champions. The Lady Raiders (20-8) defeated Chestatee 54-26 Friday night to complete the sweep of the region tournament held at Johnson High School in Gainesville. Elise Coberly led the scoring for Madison County with 15 points followed by 14 from Mya Moss. “This is just ... [Full Story »] 
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