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Man arrested after attacking mother

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Friday, October 30. 2009

A Statham man was arrested last week after repeatedly striking his 66-year-old mother. A deputy was dispatched to 102 Dyno Trail in Statham after the victim called saying she had been injured in an attack by her son. The woman said her son was drunk and began swearing at her and her ten-year-old granddaughter. The son, Franklin Eugene Johnson, ... [Full Story »]

GBI investigating threat against Barrow employee

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Thursday, October 29. 2009

The Georgia Bureau of Investigations (GBI) has been asked to investigate an alleged threat against a Barrow County employee. According to Jim Fullington, special agent in charge of the GBI’s Athens office, the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office officially requested GBI assistance on Tuesday, October 27. “Our office has been requested by the ... [Full Story »]

HR director is target of alleged phone threat

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Thursday, October 29. 2009

The county employee allegedly targeted by a threatening phone call Oct. 23 was Human Resources Director Norma Jean Brown, who in recent days has brought to light concerns about possible racial and gender discrimination in the county government. “Norma Jean called me Monday,” said Sheriff Jud Smith. “She said she had received a phone call ... [Full Story »]

Barrow detention officer arrested

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Thursday, October 29. 2009

A Barrow County detention officer was arrested today by Barrow County Sheriff’s Office narcotics deputies. Jeremy Robert Haney, 30, of Bethlehem, was arrested after purchasing a small quantity of hydrocodone from an undercover deputy. Haney was arrested without incident. Detention center administrators learned of Haney’s suspected drug ... [Full Story »]

Love proves painful for Auburn man

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Thursday, October 29. 2009

An Auburn man was arrested after an intoxicated declaration of love led to a domestic disturbance. Raymond Allen Barrett, age 48 of 21 Ninth Street in Auburn was dancing with a female at a private residence when the woman said that she would always love her deceased husband. Barrett replied that her husband was dead, but “I am here now.” ... [Full Story »]

EDITORIAL: What we stand for

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Wednesday, October 28. 2009

It’s been one year this week since the Barrow Journal saw its first edition hit the streets in Barrow County. In that first issue, we outlined several things that the Barrow Journal stands for and on this first anniversary, we want to revisit those with our readers. 1. We believe our local governments should be fiscally conservative. While ... [Full Story »]

Four arrested in Bethlehem

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Wednesday, October 28. 2009

An October 18 domestic dispute resulted in the arrest of four individuals on numerous charges. Barrow County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to 722 Ridgeland Road in Bethlehem after a 16-year-old juvenile called for help. When deputies arrived, a male subject, Stephen Dispain, age 41 of 3025 Hidden Drive in Lawrenceville, was standing in ... [Full Story »]

County hires private investigator: ‘Serious allegations’ to be examined

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Wednesday, October 28. 2009

After a nearly two-hour closed meeting Tuesday night, the Barrow County Board of Commissioners voted to investigate “serious allegations” against one or more county officials. But the commissioners would not disclose the nature of the allegations or identify who is the target of the investigation. “The board of commissioners has received ... [Full Story »]

WPD offers Halloween safety tips

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Wednesday, October 28. 2009

The Winder Police Department would like to remind parents to take basic safety precautions in order to make Halloween a safer night of fun. COSTUME SAFETY • Wear a bright in color costume or add reflective tape to costumes and candy bags so children are easily seen in the dark. • Flame resistant does not mean fire proof. Keep trick or ... [Full Story »]

COLUMN: Wonder cat Andi wages war with broccoli

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Wednesday, October 28. 2009

Some pet owners will tell you they are “dog people.” Other will quickly declare they are “cat people.” A few, like my better half Pam and myself, enjoy the companionship of both. Both cats and dogs can bring you years of happiness and any animal fortunate to be in our care will always be taken care of. Our latest venture is Andi, a ... [Full Story »]