Forums set for Tuesday, Thursday

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MadisonJournalTODAY
Wednesday, June 18. 2008
What do potential county commissioners think about growth, taxes, roads? What kind of leaders will they be? Madison County voters will have two opportunities next week to learn more about those who seek to serve them at the county commissioners’ table, with one forum set for Tuesday and another scheduled for Thursday. Local primary elections ... [Full Story »] 

Madison County BOC to meet Monday

Posted by
MadisonJournalTODAY
Wednesday, June 18. 2008
The Madison County Board of Commissioners will meet at 6:30 p.m., Monday, June 23, in the county government complex. Agenda items include: •Report from IDA. •Chairman Wesley Nash – chairman’s report to the board. •County Clerk Morris Fortson – clerk’s report to the board. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ACTIONS: •Dwayne Roberts – ... [Full Story »] 

Asbestos discovered during renovation of old Madison County Middle School

Posted by
MadisonJournalTODAY
Wednesday, June 18. 2008
The discovery of asbestos will delay the renovation of the old Madison County Middle School building, but not as long as originally feared. The central office was initially told there’d be a two-week hold-up which would costs the school system $200,000. “It started out giving me a heart attack,” Madison County Schools superintendent Dr. ... [Full Story »] 

13 charged with DUI on county roads last week

Posted by
MadisonJournalTODAY
Wednesday, June 18. 2008
Thirteen people were arrested for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs on Madison County roads last week. They were: •Coile Lane Defoor, DUI drugs/alcohol (bondsman off bond), DUI/drugs, possession of firearm or knife while trying to commit crimes, possession of a firearm or knife while trying to commit crimes, possession ... [Full Story »] 

Satellite voter sites in place in Jackson County

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Wednesday, June 18. 2008
The Jackson County Voter Registration Office has announced two new voting satellite sites are in place. One is located at 204 Carson Street, Commerce (Recreation Department) and the other at 5040 Highway 53, Braselton (Municipal and Police Building). Each satellite can accommodate any Jackson County voter wishing to vote early for the July ... [Full Story »] 

Braselton adopts budget

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Wednesday, June 18. 2008
The Braselton Town Council approved its 2009 fiscal year budget on Tuesday, during a brief called meeting. Braselton’s general fund budget is slated to rise six percent — from $2.6 million in 2008 to $2.7 million for the 2009 fiscal year, which begins on July 1 and ends on June 30, 2009. The town is also slated to make bond ... [Full Story »] 

Braselton to reconsider request from developer

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BraseltonNewsTODAY
Wednesday, June 18. 2008
The developer of a controversial site near Chateau Elan is asking Braselton to reconsider its prohibition of certain uses for a retail project. The Braselton Planning Commission is set to hear a request by Lensned, LLC, to change zoning conditions for a planned unit development on Ga. Hwy. 211, at the intersection of Liberty Church Road in ... [Full Story »] 

Braselton woman reports internet scam to deputies

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Wednesday, June 18. 2008
A Braselton woman told the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office that she had some suspicious conversations with someone operating an internet-based company. The woman said she paid $300 for a dog she found on www.puppiesforsale.com. A female suspect from the website company told the woman she needed to pay the “Rev,” who was in ... [Full Story »] 

Hall County offering tips on spotting rabies cases

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Wednesday, June 18. 2008
The Hall County Board of Commissioners and animal control department are providing tips on how people can identify potential rabies cases among animals. Hall County has confirmed 23 rabies cases this year, all among wild animals. There have been no positive cases in domestic animals. Some tips to identify and help avoid these types of animals ... [Full Story »] 

Hoschton pool attracts unwanted swimmers

Posted by
BraseltonNewsTODAY
Wednesday, June 18. 2008
A private pool in Hoschton is apparently attracting the attention of some unwanted guests. Hoschton police responded to two incidents last week at a pool in the Brook Glen subdivision, located off Cabin Drive. A woman told police that only property owners of the subdivision can use the pool, which is secured and can only be accessed with a pass ... [Full Story »] 
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