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Argument over beer lands Auburn woman in jail

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Saturday, October 4. 2008

Police were called to an Auburn residence last week after a woman struck a male acquaintance for allegedly hiding her beer. The victim, identified only as “Josh,” fled the scene before police arrived. A relative of the woman witnessed the confrontation and called police after he was unable to stop the woman from hitting “Josh.” When ... [Full Story »]

Study shows some Barrow graduates struggling

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Friday, October 3. 2008

By Kristi Reed A recently released study compiled by a Barrow County private citizen shows that while progress has been made in the Barrow County School system, work remains to be done. “In some respects, I think this [study] validates that some of the things they are doing are working,” Kenneth Young said. However, Young is still concerned ... [Full Story »]

Service honors fallen firefighters

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Friday, October 3. 2008

Barrow County Fire and Emergency Services personnel will take part in a nationwide tribute to fallen firefighters this Sunday, October 5. “All American flags will be lowered to half-staff at Barrow County fire stations on Sunday, October 5,” said Barrow EMS Chief Robert Post. “We are asking citizens and businesses throughout Barrow County ... [Full Story »]

‘Rolling Thunder’ nets 54 arrests

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Friday, October 3. 2008

Last Friday, Barrow and Oconee County Sheriff’s deputies and local law enforcement agencies, along with Georgia State Troopers and a specially-qualified contingent of GOHS H.E.A.T. units from across Georgia began a three month enforcement effort targeting drunk drivers, illegal speeders and unbelted motorists within Barrow and Oconee ... [Full Story »]

Palin scores big in VP debate

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Thursday, October 2. 2008

By Kristi Reed The “Thrilla from Wasilla” is back. Expectations for Alaska governor Sarah Palin were low headed into Thursday night’s debate. After a series of unfortunate interviews with CBS News’ Katie Couric, even the most ardent Republicans were expressing doubts over Palin’s fitness to serve as vice-president. Was the position, ... [Full Story »]

Historical society to meet Oct. 7

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Thursday, October 2. 2008

The Barrow County Historical Society will hold its fall meeting on Tuesday, October 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the Winder First Christian Church. Perry and Beth Barton will discuss recent renovations, new displays and projects planned for the Barrow County Museum. Reservations for the meeting and dinner buffet are required due to limited seating. The ... [Full Story »]

Carl House owner honored as top entrepreneur

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Thursday, October 2. 2008

B. B. Webb, owner of the Carl House, has been named by Catalyst Magazine as one of five entrepreneurs to watch in the Atlanta area. For almost ten years, Catalyst Magazine , an Atlanta based publication for small business owners, has been honoring the metro area’s top entrepreneurs. This year, over 100 business owners were nominated for ... [Full Story »]

Suspicious activity leads to arrests

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Thursday, October 2. 2008

Two people were arrested after being stopped for suspicious behavior near Embassy Drive in Winder. A Barrow County Sheriff’s deputy noticed a red Plymouth Voyager traveling in a secluded part of the subdivision. The driver, Anthony Davis, 316 Carter Rd., lot 26, Auburn, said he was headed to a friend’s house and got lost. The passenger, ... [Full Story »]

Private sewer options considered for new middle school

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Wednesday, October 1. 2008

BY CHRIS BRIDGES The delay in working out an agreement with county officials for hookup for the new middle school has caused Barrow County School System officials to begin the process of looking at private companies for sewer service. Barrow County assistant superintendent for facilities Jake Grant told superintendent Ron Saunders and Board of ... [Full Story »]

Burn ban lifted October 1

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Wednesday, October 1. 2008

Barrow County Fire and Emergency Services announced this week that the statewide outdoor burning ban has been lifted. Citizens are still required to obtain a burn permit from the Georgia Department of Forestry and will be required to follow established regulations in order to legally burn. “While we want the citizens to be able to burn their ... [Full Story »]

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