Independence still requires our vigilance

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CommerceNewsTODAY
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
Two hundred thirty-two years ago, America took form as a handful of rebels against the rule of Great Britain approved the Declaration of Independence, establishing the principles that the American colonies had the right to self-government. We celebrate that birth of our nation Friday, July 4. At the time, the men we recognize now as founding ... [Full Story »] 

Column: Remember to be thankful for each day

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
Shocking news arrived late last week. Union County High School varsity girls basketball coach Mike West was found dead after going on a hiking trek in the North Georgia mountains. It was something West did numerous times as hiking was a hobby of his. However, when he did not return home family members obviously became concerned and West’s ... [Full Story »] 

How to get naked in public

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CommerceNewsTODAY
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
By Susan Harper Wishing you could shed your inhibitions just once and do something outrageous? Always had a hankering to find out what it was like to be a nudist? The solution to all of this might be waiting for you right in your own front yard — literally. Ever since I blundered into a nest of yellow jackets last week in my own front yard, ... [Full Story »] 

The passing of a great mascot

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CommerceNewsTODAY
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
By Hasco Craver Our beloved mascot has died and the Georgia faithful must now remember one of the most heralded, paraded and loved mascots in the entire nation through stories, news articles and pictures. One month shy of his 10th birthday, Uga VI died of congestive heart failure June 27 in Savannah. In a private ceremony Monday, Uga VI was ... [Full Story »] 

BCHS linemen capture second at competition

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
This was not your normal football competition. The winner was not the team who scored the most touchdowns. The goal was not to compile tons of rushing yardage or to throw for five touchdowns. In this competition, players competed in events such as 40-yard dash, the farmer’s walk, bench press, tire toss and the tug of war. It was the third ... [Full Story »] 

Parks and rec compete in tournament

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
For more photos from the Dizzy Dean District 6 baseball tournament, see the new edition of The Jackson Herald .

Parks and Rec teams compete in tournaments

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
For more photos from the Dizzy Dean District 6 baseball tournaments, see the new edition of The Jackson Herald .

Assuming can make you look mighty foolish

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BanksNewsTODAY
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
I learned a long time ago you should never assume anything. Oh, you might get away with it once in a while, but more often than not, it’s going to come back to bite you and many times in an embarrassing place. That old but wise lesson about assuming came into play last Friday although I am thankful I was not the one who was reminded of the ... [Full Story »] 

Homer man dies as result of accident

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BanksNewsTODAY
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
A Homer man died as a result of injuries sustained in a one-vehicle accident Friday night on Caudell Road. Banks County sheriff Charles Chapman confirmed Christopher Brian Wylie, 32, of Homer died after being transported to Banks Jackson Commerce Medical Center by county EMS officials. Wylie’s 1977 Chevrolet pickup was traveling east on ... [Full Story »] 

Mud bogging business approved for Banks County

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BanksNewsTODAY
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
Mud bogging will officially come to Banks County on Saturday following action of the Banks County Board of Commissioners last week. The BOC approved a rezoning request Tuesday, June 24, that will allow Sloppy Joe’s Mud Bogging to open in the county. The first day of business will be Saturday. Michael and Linda Cline filed a request for a ... [Full Story »] 
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