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Barrow trailer destroyed by fire

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Friday, September 5. 2008

A fire destroyed a trailer on Jones Road in Statham on Saturday, Aug. 30, according to the Barrow County Fire and Emergency Services. When firefighters arrived at the double-wide trailer, it was fully involved in fire. “With the amount of fire, our crews started an aggressive defensive attack upon arrival,” said Lt. Scott Dakin, public ... [Full Story »]

Jere Ayers ceremony set for Mon.

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Friday, September 5. 2008

A ceremony will be held at 10 a.m., Sept. 8, at the intersection of Hwys. 98-72 to dedicate a portion of Hwy. 98 to the late Madison County newspaperman Jere Ayers. Hwy. 98 from Comer to Danielsville will be named the “Jere Ayers Parkway.” Residents along that road will keep the same mailing address.

Jessica Scovil

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Thursday, September 4. 2008

Infant Jessica Marie Scovil, 8 months, of Jefferson, died Tuesday, September 2, 2008. She was born December 3, 2007, the daughter of Robert Scovil and Evelyn Marie Carter of Jefferson. She was a happy baby, always smiling, and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Survivors in addition to her parents, include grandparents, Alan and George ... [Full Story »]

Jackson Co. Panthers' High School Scoreboard

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Thursday, September 4. 2008

Cross Country: August 30 – The Jackson County runners were out at the NEGA fifth annual Cross Country Championships. The Lady Panthers took third place in the small school race led by Brittany Aikens, 20:59. Rachel Pasko finished 11 followed by Lexi Miller, Lauren Turner and Katie Maiolo. For the boys, D.J. Ledford ran 20:00 followed by ... [Full Story »]

Jefferson Dragons' High School Scoreboard

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Thursday, September 4. 2008

Cross Country: August 30 – Jefferson competed in the fifth annual NEGA Cross Country Championships where the Dragons took second place in the large school race for the girls. Four of the Jefferson ladies, Kaylee Lopez, Alison Missler, Jessica Runkel and Mariah Porras, finished inside of the top 25. Dragons’ boys runners also performed well ... [Full Story »]

Column: Coaching duo an asset for BCHS sports

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Thursday, September 4. 2008

The obvious common link between Josh and Joe Lord is they are brothers. To be more precise, they are twins. They share a love of sports and a love of coaching. It makes them a strong team. When it comes to fast-pitch softball and baseball at Banks County High School, they have become the faces of the sports and have helped build their ... [Full Story »]

BCHS set for 2008 home debut

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Thursday, September 4. 2008

After making the long trek to play Washington-Wilkes last Friday, the Banks County High School football team will be able to compete in the friendly confines of home this week. Riverside Military Academy is a program which also has a winning tradition. The Eagles, who are coming off a 21-20 victory over Class AAA Elbert County last Friday, also ... [Full Story »]