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OPINION: Parties shouldn’t have gov’t support

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Wednesday, August 6. 2008

After the July primaries, I was confronted with a poll worker from Hull who asked why I did not vote. I patiently explained to her that I am an independent voter. I have become so disgusted with the political wrangling between the two major parties that I refuse to do anything that would support either of them. In addition, I strongly object to ... [Full Story »]

Cash stolen from Danielsville restaurant

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Wednesday, August 6. 2008

A tip jar containing approximately $100 was reportedly stolen from the No. 1 China restaurant in Danielsville last week. According to the report, three young white males pulled up in front of the store and one of them, wearing a ball cap and with a goatee, came inside to order food. He paid for the food, left and then returned to ask for soy ... [Full Story »]

School bells ring

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Wednesday, August 6. 2008

Madison Co. students back in class It may be the hot dog days of August, but as of Thursday morning, summer will be officially over for Madison County school kids. All county schools were set to begin the 2008-09 school year on Aug. 7. And without a doubt, the biggest changes this year all revolve around the opening of the new middle school. ... [Full Story »]

BOC to meet Monday

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Wednesday, August 6. 2008

The Madison County Board of Commissioners will meet at 6:30 p.m., Monday, Aug. 11, in the county government complex. Agenda items include: •Chairman Wesley Nash – proclamation for Constitution Week 2008, September 17-23, 2008. •Chairman Nash – chairman’s report to the board. NEW BUSINESS: •County Clerk Morris Fortson – property ... [Full Story »]

Pethel wins BOC runoff

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Wednesday, August 6. 2008

Four of six BOC seats now determined; Martin downs Jones in U.S. Senate runoff John Pethel Sr. will remain in his District 2 commissioner’s seat through 2010. The incumbent defeated former commissioner Johnny Fitzpatrick 379-266 (58.8 to 41.2 percent) in the Republican primary runoff. “I greatly appreciate the support of the voters and I ... [Full Story »]

Madison County Election Results

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Tuesday, August 5. 2008

As of 9 p.m., with all precincts reporting. Incumbent John Pethel Sr. won the BOC District 2 runoff with 58.8 percent of the vote. Madison County BOC District 2 (Republican) Votes Johnny Fitzpatrick 266 John Pethel Sr. (incumbent) 379 [Full Story »]

Shelter benefit set for Wednesday

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Monday, August 4. 2008

The Alibi Saloon on Gaines School Road in Athens will host “Bike Night” Wednesday, Aug. 6, to benefit the Madison Oglethorpe Animal Shelter. There will be a 50/50 raffle, with proceeds going to the shelter. Tickets are $1 and may be purchased in advance at the shelter, or the day of the event at the door. Call Alibi Saloon 706-549-1010 or ...

77 participate in advanced voting for BOC runoff

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Monday, August 4. 2008

Visit MadisonJournalTODAY.com for Tues. night election results Seventy seven Republicans cast early votes last week in the runoff for the District 2 county commission seat. BOC District 2 incumbent John Pethel Sr. is facing a challenge from former District 2 commissioner Johnny Fitzpatrick, who held the post from 2001-04. The BOC runoff will ... [Full Story »]

Possible arson reported on Evangelical Church Road

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Friday, August 1. 2008

Investigators are considering whether to contact the state fire marshal’s office about a suspicious fire at a mobile home on Evangelical Church Road last week. According to the incident report, Deputy Jason Luke met with Shiloh VFD personnel at the home of Tamara Zelley. Luke observed that the ground was charred and burned along the entire ... [Full Story »]

Going non-partisan?

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Friday, August 1. 2008

Commissioner proposes taking parties out of local politics Madison County Commissioner Stanley Thomas proposed Monday that all county elections be non-partisan. And county commissioners agreed to allow county attorney Mike Pruett to research what such a change would involve. Thomas said he feels it’s unfair to the people of the county not to ... [Full Story »]

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