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Two face drug charges

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Wednesday, September 1. 2010
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Two people face drug charges after being arrested during the execution of a search warrant by the Banks County Sheriff’s Office late Friday, Aug. 27. [Full Story »] 

Fabulous Finds Consignment to locate at The Shoppes at Banks Crossing

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Wednesday, September 1. 2010
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Blue Ridge Capital, LLC has announced a new lease with Fabulous Find Consignment Super Store for 7,300 square feet in The Shoppes at Banks Crossing shopping center, located at 270 Tanger Drive in Commerce. [Full Story »] 

Gosnell appointed to Baldwin water plant position

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Wednesday, August 25. 2010
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BY SHARON HOGAN
Following a 30-minute closed session at Monday night’s Baldwin City Council meeting, Mayor Jerry Neace announced the appointment of Nancy Gosnell as water plant supervisor.

Gosnell has been serving as the interim water plant supervisor since the resignation of Don Boaen.

City administrator Jerry Presley advised he will begin advertising immediately for a replacement for Gosnell’s position as a water plant operator.

Fraud and burglary among incidents reported to Maysville PD

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Tuesday, August 24. 2010
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The Maysville Police Department responded to the following incidents during the past week:

•fraud at a Jade Way, Maysville, residence.

•criminal damage to property and burglary at a First Street, Maysville, residence. The complainant advised the responding officer that came to the residence to work on the air conditioner and discovered someone had entered the home and ripped the copper out of the electrical panel box and out of the walls in one of the bedrooms damaging the sheetrock.

•traffic stop on Fair Street at Comer Street.

•aggravated assault – Family Violence Act (FVA) at a Meadowlark Way, Maysville, residence.

Annexation from Lula car dealer withdrawn

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Wednesday, August 18. 2010
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A controversial annexation request in Lula died Monday night as car dealer Rick Autry submitted a written request to withdraw his annexation application. [Full Story »] 

Isakson representatives to be in Banks County Aug. 25

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Tuesday, August 17. 2010
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U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson has announced that Marc Fordham, his regional director for Northeast Georgia, and Tate Izlar, his field representative for Northeast Georgia, will hold an open office day for constituents on August 25, in Homer. [Full Story »] 

Chemical spill reported to sheriff’s office

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Tuesday, August 17. 2010
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The Banks County Sheriff’s Office responded to a chemical spill, involving a tractor-trailer, on Interstate 85 south bound at the Martin Bridge Road exit on Friday, Aug. 13. [Full Story »] 

Girlfriend get-away: Spa-time, shopping, perfume party during Jacksonville adventure

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Tuesday, August 17. 2010
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BY SHERRY LEWIS

Every lady needs to treat herself to something special at one time or another. I can’t think of a better way than spending a few days with friends, and Jacksonville is the perfect destination for a girlfriend getaway. This Florida city offers a variety of first-class restaurants, top-notch entertainment, unique pampering options and shopping for any taste and budget. After spending a few days there, I can assure you, Jacksonville is the perfect place to getaway. [Full Story »] 

Joe Gailey named recreation director

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Wednesday, August 11. 2010
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Joe Gailey was named recreation director by the Banks County Board of Commissioners Tuesday night. [Full Story »] 

Adventure in St. Augustine: Alligator Farm, lighthouse, museums among stops

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Wednesday, August 11. 2010
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BY Sherry Lewis

St. Augustine is a city rich in history and old world charm, but it a city filled with adventure as well. My husband, Chris, and I escaped to America’s oldest city recently and what we found was truly amazing. We spent a couple of days taking in the history and beauty of the old town, and now it was time for some adventure.

On our first, stop we decided to take a walk on the wild side. Want to take a look at a 12’ King Cobra, a 21’ Python and a variety of other reptiles, along with a Komodo Dragon? Then you need to check out the newest exhibit at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Zoological Park. [Full Story »] 
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