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Panthers close season by hosting Stephens Co. Friday

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Thursday, November 6. 2008

The Jackson County Panthers were hoping to make a recent losing streak by the Oconee County Warriors work in their favor by extending their misery to four. It wasn’t meant to be, however, as the Warriors used their match-up with the Panthers to turn their fortunes around, winning 44-17. There’s no time for the Panthers to worry about ... [Full Story »]

Cheer Panthers take third at Region

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Thursday, November 6. 2008

The Jackson County Varsity cheerleaders placed third in Region competition Saturday and will continue to the state cheerleading competition this Friday. The Jackson County cheerleader captain, and member of the All State Cheerleading Squad will be recognized Saturday at the second session of the State finals. The Cheerleader of the Year and the ...

Eagles prepare for Jefferson onslaught in season closer Friday

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Wednesday, November 5. 2008

East Jackson holds off Dawson for win A touchdown pass from Evan Williamson to Cody Gibbs with four minutes left on the clock boosted the East Jackson Eagles ahead of Dawson County Friday night, giving the Eagles their third region victory of the year. But with the celebration now behind them, East Jackson has to face the 8-AA region champs, ... [Full Story »]

Jefferson defeats Titans to clinch 8-AA title

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Wednesday, November 5. 2008

Dragons face East Jackson Friday After eight games and 47 and a half minutes of playing time in the ninth game, Jefferson’s title hopes hung on one kick. If the North Oconee Titans made it, it would tie the game at 17-17, sending the game into overtime. That would have put the Dragons’ undefeated record and, more importantly, their region ... [Full Story »]

Banks is in for the fight of the season

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Wednesday, November 5. 2008

The Banks County High School Leopards are more than ever in a do-or-die situation. Friday night is it. Banks has to beat Union County. Be it by one point or 50, the Leopards have to win. In addition, the situation is only halfway in Big Blue’s playbook. For the Leopards to make it to the playoffs another team has to lose. For a complete ... [Full Story »]

BCHS boys cross country heading to state

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Wednesday, November 5. 2008

Expectations were high as the Banks County cross country team traveled to Riverside last Saturday. In the region race, the cross country runners had to give it their all because according to coach Kelly McDuffie, it is all or nothing in cross country. The Leopards’ runners were rewarded for this season’s hard work. The girls finished ... [Full Story »]

Banks scares up a 42-20 win

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Wednesday, November 5. 2008

It may not have been the prettiest of games, but it got the job done. Banks County beat Oglethorpe 42-20, Halloween night to still be in the fight for a playoff spot. The Leopards started strong, winning the toss and scoring just minutes into the game with a carry by Demetric Dempson. Oglethorpe fumbled the ball on the next play allowing the ... [Full Story »]

Banks is in for the fight of the season

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Wednesday, November 5. 2008

Glenn honored as powerlifter of the month

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Wednesday, November 5. 2008

Oakwood’s R. Garry Glenn, a four-time national and two-time world bench press champion in his age and weight category has been named “Powerlifter of the Month” by irondawg.com. “This is indeed an honor,” Glenn said. “I’ve had a great year in my sport; and this is just more frosting on the cup cakes. I’d like to thank everyone ... [Full Story »]

Commerce Enjoying Late-Season Surge

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Wednesday, November 5. 2008

As the weather gets cooler, the Commerce Tigers seem to be getting warmer. After a 2-5 start in a grueling early-season schedule, Commerce players are now reveling in a winning streak for the first time all year. Commerce (4-5, 3-2) heads into Friday’s regular season finale seeking its third-straight win following consecutive wins over ... [Full Story »]

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