Entries from March 2013

The gay marriage debate and freedom

Posted by
BarrowJournal
Friday, March 29. 2013
The debate this week before the U.S. Supreme Court on what defines “marriage” leads to some interesting political issues. For one thing, this issue comes amid an effort by some within the GOP to redefine the party by casting a wider net and being more inclusive. How GOP leaders react to this debate could indicate whether or not such a ... [Full Story »] 

County to provide new speed limit signs for Hull

Posted by
MadisonJournalTODAY
Friday, March 29. 2013
By Jeremy Elrod The Madison County government has offered to provide new speed limit signs on Glenn Carrie Road to assist the city of Hull in reducing the speed of travelers within city limits. “The county has agreed to put up speed limit signs in the city of Hull at no charge, designating that within the Hull city limits a 25 mph speed ... [Full Story »] 

‘Josie Gary (3-27-13)

Posted by
MainStreetNewsOBITS
Thursday, March 28. 2013
NICHOLSON - Josiephine Lee "Josie" Gary, 83, died Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at St. Mary's Hospice House. She was born in Nicholson, the daughter of the late, John Calvin and Hattie Patton Brock. She was a retired custodian of Benton Elementary School and a member of River of Life Worship Center. Mrs. Gary was preceded in death by her husband, ... [Full Story »] 

‘Josie' Gary (3-27-13)

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MainStreetNewsOBITS
Thursday, March 28. 2013
NICHOLSON - Josiephine Lee "Josie" Gary, 83, died Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at St. Mary's Hospice House. She was born in Nicholson, the daughter of the late John Calvin and Hattie Patton Brock. She was a retired custodian of Benton Elementary School and a member of River of Life Worship Center. Mrs. Gary was preceded in death by her husband, ... [Full Story »] 

Carolyn Sluder Kelley (3-27-13)

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MainStreetNewsOBITS
Thursday, March 28. 2013
Carolyn Sluder Kelley (3-27-13) DANIELSVILLE - Carolyn Sluder Kelley, 75, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, March 27, 2013. She was born in Johnson City, Tenn., on April 14, 1937. She was the daughter of the late Milton and Clellie May Sluder. Survivors include her husband, Carl A. Kelley; a son, Michael Kelley and wife Heather; daughter, ... [Full Story »] 

Day’s personnel contract approved: Salary split between Development Authority and Chamber CVB

Posted by
BanksNewsTODAY
Thursday, March 28. 2013
Following an approximately one-hour closed session at the monthly meeting on March 19, the Banks County Development Authority approved executive director Brad Day’s personnel contract and a memorandum of cooperation with the Banks County Chamber CVB that approves Day to serve as the executive director for that organization. The employment ... [Full Story »] 

Tennis teams take wins in recent action

Posted by
MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, March 28. 2013
The Banks County High School Leopards tennis teams continue to post wins against region opponents this season. The boys defeated Fannin County 4-1 and East Hall 4-1. The Lady Leopards defeated Fannin County 5-0 and East Hall 5-0. The Leopards have a 6-2 overall record and a 4-2 Region record this year and the Lady Leopards have a 4-3 overall ... [Full Story »] 

Iron Cats power way to state title

Posted by
MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, March 28. 2013
The Apalachee High School Iron Cats take their weight lifting competitions seriously. In winning their sixth state title in the past eight seasons, AHS once again powered its way past the competition during the March 16 event at Lambert High School. “Our athletes look forward to the event and use it as a way to show what they have ... [Full Story »] 

PTO fundraiser planned

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Thursday, March 28. 2013
The West Jackson Middle School PTO will be holding a fundraiser sidewalk sale on April 20-21 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at West Jackson Primary School in the front parking lot/breezeway, located at 4825 Hwy. 53, Braselton. The WJMS PTO is currently accepting donations of clothing, books, toys, household goods, tools and furniture. A drop-off site is ... [Full Story »] 

Man claiming to be carpet cleaner takes wallets

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Thursday, March 28. 2013
A man stopping at an office at a Braselton bank on Wednesday, March 20, claiming to need measurements for carpet cleaning was actually a thief who stole wallets from two employees. The women reported to the Braselton Police Department that the man came into their office and said he was there to take measurements for carpet cleaning and for them ... [Full Story »] 
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