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BOC moves toward hiring economic director

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Monday, November 10. 2008

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The Banks County Board of Commissioners paved the way for hiring an economic director last week, although a time frame for hiring someone has not been discussed publicly.

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Banks County Election Results

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Tuesday, November 4. 2008

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As of 9:37 p.m., with 14 of 14 precincts reporting. Further updates will be made as results are announced by county officials.

President of the United States	Votes
John McCain President Sarah Palin Vice President (Republican)	5114
Barack Obama President Joe Biden Vice President (Democrat)	1026
Bob Barr President Wayne A. Root Vice President (Libertarian)	89
Other	0

United States Senate	Votes
Saxby Chambliss (Incumbent Republican)	4264
Jim Martin (Democrat)	1512
Allen Buckley (Libertarian)	297
Other	0

US Congress District 10	Votes
Paul Broun (Incumbent Republican)	4455
Bobby Saxon (Democrat)	1503
Other	0

State Representative District 28	Votes
Michael Harden (Republican)	3826
Jeanette Jamieson (Incumbent Democrat)	2243
Other	0

Tax Commissioner	Votes
Becky Taylor (Republican)	2568
Margaret H. Ausburn (Incumbent Democrat)	3474
Other	0

Board of Education Post 1	Votes
Neal Brown (Incumbent Republican)	4055
John (David) Kennedy (Democrat)	1861
Other	0

Banks County Commissioners	Votes
Yes	4070
No	1869

Millage rate to remain same: BOC approves 8.304 millage rate

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Tuesday, November 4. 2008

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For the fourth year in a row, the Banks County Board of Commissioners has kept the millage rate at 8.304.

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Election coming up Tuesday; 1,835 countians already cast ballot

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Wednesday, October 29. 2008

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Banks Countians will go to the polls Tuesday to cast their choice for president, as well as decide on state races and local issues. With one month of early voting held for the first time ever, a record number of voters — almost 2,000 — have already cast a ballot.

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Return to Oz at Beech Mountain, N.C.

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Angela Gary

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Wednesday, October 29. 2008

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Ever dream of skipping along the yellow brick road with Dorothy, the Tin Man, Scarecrow and Lion on the way to the magical Land of Oz? What about stopping off at Professor Marvel’s wagon to peer into his crystal ball?

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Banks County CVB presents fourth annual chocolate fair

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Wednesday, October 29. 2008

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The Banks County Convention and Visitors Bureau invites everyone out to the fourth annual CVB Chocolate Fair on Nov. 10 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Tanger Town Centre at Banks Crossing.

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Incidents reported in Baldwin

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Wednesday, October 29. 2008

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Incidents reported to the Baldwin Police Department last week include the following:

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Daufuskie Island, S.C., offers enchanted get-away

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Sunday, October 12. 2008

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Stunning natural beauty, luxurious retreat, island hideaway, unspoiled beach front and quiet adventure. All of this and more can be found at Daufuskie Island, S.C., located between Savannah and Hilton Head.

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Florence, Ala., makes a great travel destination

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Thursday, September 18. 2008

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Where can you travel and find festivals celebrating music, history and culture going on most every month of the year? Where can you see the moving story of Helen Keller’s life on the grounds of the home where she grew up? Where can you stay in a luxurious hotel nestled in the scenic countryside of Northwest Alabama? Florence, Alabama, is a destination that offers all of this and more.

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Mike Kelley wins Baldwin mayor’s race

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Thursday, September 18. 2008

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Mike Kelley won the mayor’s race in Baldwin Tuesday with 122 votes.
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