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Appeal denied: Agri-Cycle to remain closed

Posted by
Angela Gary
Thursday, July 3. 2008
The Georgia Supreme Court ruled Monday that Agri-Cycle must remain closed. The company had appealed a ruling by Superior Court Judge David Motes shutting down the Talmo wastewater treatment plant because of violations of the permit. “Today’s ruling by the Georgia Supreme Court is a significant step forward in the state’s efforts to ... [Full Story »] 

LETTER: Likes small town feel at Jefferson festival

Posted by
JacksonHeraldTODAY
Thursday, July 3. 2008
Dear Editor: Until recent years, I had never lived in a small town. I have come to love my experience thus far. It was again solidified as I attended the recent “Freedom Festival” when the small town feel was shared among many. I was amazed by the spectacular fireworks that could compete strongly against any place I’ve ever lived or ... [Full Story »] 

Investigation continues into suspicious death

Posted by
JacksonHeraldTODAY
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
The investigation is continuing into the death of a Jefferson woman found in a freezer last week. As of press time Wednesday, law enforcement officials had not ruled whether it was accidental or if a crime had been committed. Billie Welty, 42, was found inside a small freezer in the kitchen of her apartment, located at Brooklyn Chase Apartments ... [Full Story »] 

No opposition for judges

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JacksonHeraldTODAY
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
The State Court judge who represents Jackson County, as well as two of the three Superior Court judges, will serve another term after they were the only candidates to qualify. Jerry Gray will continue as the State Court judge, and Superior Court judges David Motes and Joe Booth will serve another term. Long-time Superior Court judge Robert ... [Full Story »] 

Mingledorff secures judicial position

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JacksonHeraldTODAY
Wednesday, July 2. 2008
The Piedmont Judicial Circuit will have a new Superior Court Judge in January. Long-time Superior Court judge Robert Adamson is not seeking re-election. Currie Mingledorff, Winder, was was the only person to qualify for Adamson’s seat. “I am excited and eager to begin doing the important work this office requires,” Mingledorff said. “I ... [Full Story »] 

Jefferson lawyer didn't like SCV booth at festival

Posted by
JacksonHeraldTODAY
Tuesday, July 1. 2008
A booth at the Freedom Festival in Jefferson last weekend was moved after an attorney complained about it being located in front of her business. The Sons of Confederate Veterans paid a fee for a booth during Saturday’s Freedom Festival. Booths were assigned based on those that needed electricity and were assigned at random. The group in ... [Full Story »] 

Jackson students struggling on CRCT math

Posted by
JacksonHeraldTODAY
Tuesday, July 1. 2008
Jackson County students struggled with the math part of the 2008 CRCT tests, according to results released last week. Both third and fifth grade students at Commerce Elementary, Benton Elementary and Maysville Elementary failed the math part at a rate higher than the state average and third graders at North Jackson and South Jackson also failed ... [Full Story »] 

Advance voting starts July 7

Posted by
JacksonHeraldTODAY
Tuesday, July 1. 2008
Advance voting will be offered next week for the July 15 election. Three locations will be open. Voters may go to the county Administrative Building in Jefferson or the two new voting satellite sites. One of the satellite sites is located at 204 Carson Street, Commerce, (Recreation Department) and the other at 5040 Highway 53, Braselton ... [Full Story »] 

Three arrested after SJ home invasion

Posted by
JacksonHeraldTODAY
Thursday, June 26. 2008
Three people have been arrested following a home invasion on Friday, June 13, at a South Jackson residence Jerry English, 190 Keri Lane, Athens, awoke to a noise inside his home and saw a flashlight being turn on and off in the hallway. He then saw a figure in the doorway of his bedroom and fired several shots from a .38 revolver. Jackson ... [Full Story »] 

Three vie for district attorney post

Posted by
JacksonHeraldTODAY
Wednesday, June 25. 2008
Republicans Rick Bridgeman, Donna Golden Sikes and Brad Smith are vying for district attorney of the Piedmont Judicial Circuit, which includes Jackson, Barrow and Banks counties. Bridgeman was named district attorney by Gov. Sonny Perdue in September 2007, after former DA Tim Madison resigned amid allegations of criminal activity. Since his ... [Full Story »] 
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