John Michael Andrews

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Thursday, August 19. 2010
ILA – John Michael Andrews, 38, died Tuesday, August 17, 2010. A native of Athens, he was the son of Michael Andrews and stepmother, Kathryn, of Ila and the late Gilda L. Parham. He was a passionate outdoorsman, an avid hunter and fisherman and he loved children, loved ones stated. Survivors in addition to his father and stepmother include a ... [Full Story »] 

COLUMN: WBHS takes field after months of work, preparation

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, August 19. 2010
While technically, the new football season for Winder-Barrow High School does not begin until Aug. 27, you wouldn’t have known it judging from last Friday evening at W. Clair Harris Stadium. Even the threat of thunderstorms (thunder and lightning moved through the area a couple of hours before kickoff) could dampen the enthusiasm of the home ... [Full Story »] 

Bomb threat made Friday at WBHS

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BarrowJournal
Thursday, August 19. 2010
Winder Police were called to Winder-Barrow High School last Friday after school officials received a threatening phone call. According to Winder Police Department public information officer Det. Sgt. Rachel Love, the anonymous caller said “just to let you know, there’s a bomb in the school.” Principal Al Darby initiated a soft lock down ... [Full Story »] 

Homeowners warned of roofing scam

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BarrowJournal
Thursday, August 19. 2010
The Barrow County Sheriff’s Office and the Auburn Police Department are working with two other law enforcement agencies to investigate a roofing company that allegedly swindled at least seven local residents out of more than $24,000 in insurance proceeds. “We have numerous reports that have been made by citizens about being defrauded out of ... [Full Story »] 

Statham Police investigating Friday fight on school bus

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BarrowJournal
Thursday, August 19. 2010
The Statham Police Department is currently investigating a fight which took place Friday, August 13 on a Barrow County school bus. The bus was reportedly carrying students from Winder Barrow Middle School when the fight erupted. Cpl. Buddy Hardigree said the scuffle involved two students. One of the students hit his head during the altercation. ... [Full Story »] 

COLUMN: Thankful for Friday nights at the stadium

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BarrowJournal
Thursday, August 19. 2010
In between the chaos of a new school year starting and the increased number of activities I once again have to attend, it dawned on me as I rested for a few minutes this past weekend just how fortunate I am. It’s human nature to dwell on what we don’t have. I’m no different. I long for more material things in life and wish the things ... [Full Story »] 

Harrison Poultry named in wrongful death suit

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BarrowJournal
Thursday, August 19. 2010
Harrison Poultry has been named as a defendant in a wrongful death action filed by the widows of two men killed when their vehicle collided with an 18-wheeler driven by a Harrison Poultry company employee. The accident, which occurred on October 15, 2009, took place in Oglethorpe County. Johnnie Perlotte Jr. and passenger Tony Chapman were ... [Full Story »] 

Granite Hotel loan decision due tonight

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BarrowJournal
Thursday, August 19. 2010
The audience is expected to be packed tonight when the Winder City Council at a called meeting votes on whether to accept a low-interest federal loan for $500,000 to help restore downtown’s century-old Granite Hotel. Members of the Barrow Preservation Society Inc. are urging supporters of historic preservation and downtown revitalization to ... [Full Story »] 

Lexington woman charged with battery

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MadisonJournalTODAY
Thursday, August 19. 2010
A Lexington woman was arrested recently after she reportedly attacked her ex-boyfriend because she found another woman at his Hwy. 72 East residence. Mattie Hill, 47, 25 Hill Drive, was charged with disorderly conduct and simple battery. According to the incident report, the officer arrived to find Hill and the victim standing outside the front ... [Full Story »] 

Tigers Up For New Challenges

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Wednesday, August 18. 2010
With nine days remaining before the start of the 2010 high school football season, many area teams are scrimmaging with other schools to size up their strengths and their weaknesses. Not the Commerce Tigers, however. While the Tigers will hold a couple of inter-squad scrimmages, according to head football coach Steve Savage, they won’t line ... [Full Story »] 
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