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The Madison County Industrial Development and Building Authority is considering revising its “leak credit” policy for customers who need a credit for water leaks. IDA Director Marvin White said the board decided the policy needed clarification and revision after a customer came before the board at its Aug. 21 business meeting to request a ... [Full Story »] 

Those who live or drive through Danielsville are finally seeing some signs of action at the red light. As of Aug. 3, according to Mayor Todd Higdon, work has at last begun on the long-awaited roundabout that will replace the red light. But don’t expect to see any grading or paving anytime soon – that won’t happen until after school lets ... [Full Story »] 

The Madison County Board of Education voted Aug. 8 to have the sheriff’s office provide a deputy to cover buses as they enter Hwy. 98 from Fortson-Compton Road in the mornings. The sheriff agreed to provide a deputy from 7:10 a.m. to around 8 a.m. each school morning at a cost of $4,250 for the entire school year. Superintendent Allen ... [Full Story »] 

Both Madison County Democratic and Republican parties have meetings this month. DEMOCRATS Dawn Hawkins Johnson, who is running for the State Senate, District 47 seat against Frank Ginn, will speak at the Madison County Democrats meeting Saturday, Aug. 26, at 10:30 a.m. at the Madison County Senior Center on Hwy. 98 next to the library. The ... [Full Story »] 

Madison County commissioners aim to slow the flow of alcohol on the Broad River. And they passed an ordinance 5-0 Aug. 7 with that in mind, limiting the size of drink containers allowed by outfitters — companies that assist people in getting on the river — to two liters or less. Basically, commissioners are trying to keep those floating ... [Full Story »] 

A group of 15 young women from Madison County Middle School journeyed recently to the University of Georgia Small Satellite Research Lab in May to learn about soft circuits and small satellites. They worked in the Small Satellite Research Lab with an interdisciplinary group from around UGA, including Dr. Susanne Ullrich and Dr. David Cotton. ... [Full Story »] 

Thousands of people float or kayak down the Broad River in Madison County each year. Many are seeking family fun. Some want beer and good times. And some in that latter group take it too far, getting rowdy with loud, foul language, tossing beer cans and bottles in the river or on private property. They sometimes get off the river and venture to ... [Full Story »]