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Rising drug problem cited as top concern for sheriff’s candidates

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Wednesday, June 25. 2008
If there’s one thing the two candidates for sheriff agree on, it’s the rising drug problem in Jackson County. Incumbent sheriff Stan Evans and challenger Jim Keinard talked about the increasing drug activity during a political forum on Thursday. The Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce and the Jackson County Farm Bureau ... [Full Story »] 

BOE candidates discuss graduation incident

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Wednesday, June 25. 2008
A recent high school graduation labeled by some parents as a “debacle” has provided lessons for future ceremonies, according to candidates for the Jackson County of Board of Education. The graduation ceremony at Jackson County Comprehensive High School was criticized by some graduates’ family members, who said the May ... [Full Story »] 

Braselton project gets initial approval

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Wednesday, June 25. 2008
A national pharmacy’s plan to open a store in Braselton earned the initial approval of the town’s planners on Monday — despite opposition from some residents of Chateau Elan. The Braselton Planning Commission cast a 4-1 vote recommending approval of the request. Thomas Blevins cast a vote in opposition to the proposal. The ... [Full Story »] 

Chairman candidates spar over reservoir debt

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Wednesday, June 25. 2008
Jackson County’s water woes — and the ability to pay debt tied to water service — are hot topics for one race on the July 15 Republican primary ballot. The three candidates vying for chairman of the Jackson County Board of Commissioners — Ron Johnson, Hunter Bicknell and Tony Beatty — debated the ... [Full Story »] 

Wrestling Tigers Prepare For 08-09 Season

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Wednesday, June 25. 2008
It’s never too early to start preparing for your next season. Just ask the members of the Commerce Tigers wrestling team, who have been working throughout the month to prepare for their upcoming winter season. Coach Kendall Love said upwards of 20 wrestlers have been attending, and working to keep themselves in shape for the 2008-2009 ... [Full Story »] 

EJCHS Wrestling Camp Finishes

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Wednesday, June 25. 2008
The first annual East Jackson Wrestling Camp was held recently, running June 9-11 at East Jackson Comprehensive High School. During the three days, clinics were held by Nate Carr Sr., 1988 Olympic Bronze Medalist and three-time NCAA Champion, EJCHS coach Randy Hill, who is an Ohio high school and college wrestler with over 20 years coaching ... [Full Story »] 

Future Eagle Basketball Camp Held

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Wednesday, June 25. 2008
The East Jackson Future Eagle Boys Basketball Camp was held June 2-5. 40 participants took part in the camp, which was in its second year. East Jackson head boys’ basketball coach Brian Turner led the camp. Coach Sid Smith, Coach Jason Rainey and some of the East Jackson high school basketball team assisted him. All participants received East ... [Full Story »] 

Jefferson Racer Takes Atlanta Dragway Win

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Wednesday, June 25. 2008
Despite predictions of thunderstorm, the first day of summer and the second points race of the season met with sunshine at the Atlanta Dragway. Each class was full, and many final rounds were decided by break outs and fouls in the face of some great runs and race vehicles that seemed to run better broken down. Super Pro Winner Stacey Blanton, ... [Full Story »] 

Hoschton scarecrow effort starts with free workshop

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Friday, June 20. 2008
Making 4,000 scarecrows for a potential world record will take plenty of work — and that’s why one civic club in Hoschton is offering some help. The Hoschton Women’s Civic Club hosted its first workshop on making scarecrows on Monday, at the depot. Another free workshop is planned Monday, July 21, at 6:30 p.m. Hoschton is ... [Full Story »] 

COLUMN: 2008 HOF Class A Strong One

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Thursday, June 19. 2008
The votes are in, and the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame class of 2008 has been chosen, and this year’s inductees amount to one of the best groups yet. The Georgia Racing Hall of Fame voted this past Saturday on the eight inductees at the Hall of Fame in Dawsonville. The 2008 class features racing pioneers, as well as those who helped elevate ... [Full Story »] 
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