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National Treasure Captures The American Spirit In Jasper

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Friday, July 29, 2011

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It's been almost 10 years since 9/11. But this story started on September 12th. That was a day when the ashes had settled and true American spirit had only started to ignite in the embers. Remnants of a tattered 30-foot American flag covered in soot was hardly recognizable atop a flag pole at 90 West Street across from Ground Zero. But when it caught the eye of construction worker Charlie Vitchers, he saw more than the flag. He saw a symbol of the American spirit ... and to this day, millions of Americans see that in the flag, as well.

The National 9/11 Flag is making its way across America before it goes on permanent display at the National September 11 Memorial Museum being built at the World Trade Center in New York. This weekend, the flag will be on display in Ellijay.
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Get Ready: New School Year, New Hours

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Cheryl Duncan

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Friday, July 22, 2011

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Several things will be a little different this year as students head back to class in Pickens County. The new term begins Wednesday, August 3rd with different start and stop time for classes. It's all part of a massive overhaul of the district's transportation system.

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Appalachian Judicial Circuit Holds Annual “Celebrate America” Picnic

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Brian K. Pritchard

in Community, News, Police & Government

Friday, May 20, 2011

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Mid May temperatures are normally in the low 80s but this past Tuesday the high was 58. This did not stop Brenda Weaver, Chief Judge, Superior Court Judge Roger Bradley and Superior Court Judge Amanda Mercier from holding the now annual "Celebrate America" picnic. The picnic was held at the ETC pavilion in Ellijay. [Read more »]

Graduation Exercises

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LT Melton

in 2012 Graduation, News

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

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Processional
“Pomp and Circumstance”

Reflective Moment of Silence
Jessica Bell – Senior Class Treasurer

National Anthem
Haley Murphy [Read more »]

Pickens Deputy Arrests Suspect in Murder for Hire Case.

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LT Melton

in News, Police & Government

Friday, January 21, 2011

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Pickens Sheriffs’ Deputy Michael A. Flynn arrested Johnnie Melissa Burmeister Monday on charges of Criminal Solicitation to commit Murder and Family Violence stemming from a warrant issued in Muscogee County Ga. [Read more »]

Drug’s Don’t Work: Jasper City Council Meeting

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B.C.

in Lifestyle, News, Police & Government

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

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In a rather long meeting, Monday, December 6, 2010, the Jasper City Council spent the majority discussing semantics of Stella Brewer’s “Drugs Don’t Work Policy” to ensure supervisors and city manager’s are protected in the process of helping city employees in drug and alcohol abuse related situations.

After much discourse, the policy was approved and now, the city will be eligible for a 7.5% discount on worker’s compensation insurance. [Read more »]

Gym/Community Center under Construction

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B.C.

in Lifestyle, News

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

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Work is ongoing at the Pickens County Community Center off Refuge Road. [Read more »]

DOT Considers Changes

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B.C.

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Wednesday, November 24, 2010

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The Department of Transportation plans to consider making improvements at Dragon Drive after several accidents. There have been approximately 50 collisions since 2000. [Read more »]

Chilly Put on Ice

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LT Melton

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Monday, November 22, 2010

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The Minnesota Vikings fired coach Brad Childress early Monday morning. Defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier has been appointed interim head coach. Childress had a record of 40-37. [Read more »]

Hernandez Wins American League Cy Young

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LT Melton

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Thursday, November 18, 2010

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Seattle Mariners pitcher, Felix Hernandez won the prestigious award despite only winning 13 games, the lowest number of any Cy Young winner, with a full season of starts under his belt. Hernandez led the majors with a 2.77 ERA. He also was number one in the AL in innings pitched as well as second in strike out. [Read more »]