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‘Tacky Christmas’ decorating contest planned

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Wednesday, November 29. 2017

Keep Banks County Beautiful is hosting the first ever “Tacky Christmas “ Decorating Contest. “Break out those Christmas lights, yard and inflatable decorations, wreaths, ribbons, spotlights and anything else you can think of to decorate your home,” director Leslie George states. “Think Christmas vacation. Can you outdo the ... [Full Story »]

Water being pumped on new site; samples taken every two weeks

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Tuesday, November 21. 2017

Homer Mayor Doug Cheek said water at the Evans Street location did not test well at its first sampling. He said engineering consultants told the city the water “had set there so long, it’s like stagnant water. He explained water would be run through onto the ground and sampled every two weeks. He said the consultants said most wells – ... [Full Story »]

Top agriculture awards presented

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Thursday, November 16. 2017

The top agriculture leaders were recognized Monday night in Banks County. The fifth annual Banks County Agriculture Awards program was held at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Lula. Award recipients were: Daphne Crumley, Agribusiness of the Year; and Pat Whitlock, Woman in Agriculture; Ricky Martin, Farmer of the Year. Ralph Dalton received the ... [Full Story »]

Public safety workers taking collections for Santa Shoebox for Seniors

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Monday, November 13. 2017

The Banks County E-9-1-1 Center is again coordinating the Santa Shoebox for Seniors efforts. Items that are donated will be placed in wrapped shoe boxes. Items needed include: small throw blanket, calendars, socks, slippers, nail clippers, brush, comb, mirror, magazines, games, books, lotions, scented soaps, handkerchiefs and flashlights. Those ... [Full Story »]

Hanna Mullins top choice for economic developer

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Monday, November 13. 2017

Hanna Mullins is the top choice by the Banks County Board of Commissioners for the economic developer position. The BOC announced on Monday that she is the top finalist. An official vote has not yet been taken to hire her. The procedure for filling a position such as this is to announce up to three finalists and then take an official vote ... [Full Story »]

Hanna Mullins top choice for economic developer

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Monday, November 13. 2017

Hannah Mullins top choice for economic developer

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Monday, November 13. 2017

Hannah Mullins is the top choice by the Banks County Board of Commissioners for the economic developer position. The BOC announced on Monday that she is the top finalist. An official vote has not yet been taken to hire her. The procedure for filling a position such as this is to announce up to three finalists and then take an official vote ... [Full Story »]

Agriculture Awards to be presented

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Sunday, November 12. 2017

Banks County will once again be celebrating the presenting of awards at the annual Banks County Agriculture Awards Banquet on November 13 at 7 p.m. The event will be held at Mt Carmel Baptist Church in Banks County located at 2405 Hwy 52, Lula. Awards being presented are: Farmer of the Year, Woman in Agriculture, Agribusiness of the Year and ... [Full Story »]

Budget hearing set Thursday in Maysville

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Friday, November 10. 2017

The Maysville City Council will hold the following public hearings on the 2018 proposed budget: •Thursday, November 16, 6 p.m. •Thursday, November 30, 6 p.m. A copy of the 2018 budget report is available for inspection at Maysville City Hall during regular office hours.

Historic tour make-up day scheduled

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Thursday, November 9. 2017

At 7 pm on Saturday, Nov. 11, a make-up tour will be held for the Historic Homer Haunted Walking Tour which was originally scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 28. Severe weather conditions forced the Banks County Historical Society to cancel the tours for that evening. Tickets are $10 per adult and free for children under 13, when accompanied by an ... [Full Story »]

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