After a “soft” lock down this morning, Pickens County High School has released information about the results of the search. One student was discovered in possession of marijuana. It was the only incident reported from the search. Senior Colie Young, 18, was arrested as a result. He is currently facing a misdemeanor charge of possession.
Read More »On the Town: Wonder Woman
At what point does CGI graphics and enhancement become too much. I hear it a lot and especially with the ending of Wonder Woman. Several people have said, “Yeah, well, I wish they had toned down the CGI a bit with the final battle.” In truth, I must admit that even I have been to […]
Read More »Jasper City Council Talks Costs and Purchases
Meeting on April 2, the Jasper City Council revisited its Vehicle/Equipment Purchases as well as two additional purchases. As the Jasper City Council continues discussing their purchases for Vehicles and Equipment, David Buchanan brought another vehicle before the Board with the request. The City of Jasper recently lost one of its trucks in an accident. Receiving just […]
Read More »Park Sterling Merging With South State Corporation
According to a recent release by South State Bank, a definitive agreement has been signed with Park Sterling Corporation, holding company for Park Sterling Bank. The release also states, “Combining the two companies will create a $14.5 billion in assets franchise operating throughout the Carolinas, Virginia and Georgia.” While both boards have reportedly approved the […]
Read More »Pickens BOC June Work Session
Pickens County Board of Commissioners held a quick June work session on June 1, 2017.
Read More »On The Town: The Shack
Controversy is something this world has way too much of. It is the bread and butter of many entertainment, and even news, networks. Maybe you have heard of the controversy from the 2007 novel entitled “The Shack,” and maybe you’ve even heard someone spouting something they heard or read but don’t really understand. Controversy tends to […]
Read More »On The Town: Beauty and the Beast
I must admit my own inner conflict with Disney lately. It seems Disney has been on a campaign to produce “live-action” remakes of all their older classic films. I can’t decide whether I am happy with this plan or not. However, let’s cut straight to the chase here, the greatest issue I found with this […]
Read More »Governor Signs House Bill 146 in Gilmer Fire Station
Georgia Governor Nathan Deal visited Fire House 1 in Gilmer County Thursday to officially sign House Bill 146 known as the “Firefigher’s Cancer Insurance Bill.” Joined by several officials including Georgia House Speaker David Ralston and Senator Steve Gooch, author of the bill Micah Gravley, District 67 Representative, opened the ceremony by speaking about the […]
Read More »Buck – Pet of the Week
Ladies do you have a soft spot for the strong silent type? Would you like a man that smothers you in affection and hangs on your every word, yet knows what it means to “just cuddle”? 65 pound, fully vetted Buck is your man. Buck will hardly notice that bikini sun bathing floozy next door […]
Read More »Clyde – Pet of the Week
Meet Clyde, one of Pickens County’s Most Wanted Pets. Clyde was a known accomplice of the infamous Bonnie, a former Pickens County most wanted that was recently adopted. Clyde is 1 year old, very lovable, approximately 40 pounds, neutered, with no known distinguishing scars or tattoos. Bonnie and Clyde served time for stealing hearts and […]
Read More »Snowball – Pet of the Week
The PCAS Weather Center predicts snow with a good chance of snuggles in the evening. Snowball the 42 pound, 5 year old, Husky mix has been waiting for winter since spring. Snowball was picked up as a stray. Apparently she grew tired of our warm Georgia weather and set out to find old man winter […]
Read More »Zeek – Pet of the Week
Zeek was picked up as a stray by PCAS. Zeek now sits in a cage terrified and trembling. If the right person or rescue does not come along soon the staff at Pickens County Animal Shelter will be forced to make a very difficult decision. Because Zeek is so petrified of people, his next walk […]
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Roscoe – Pet of the Week
Roscoe, the 1 year old, pointer / lab mix, is neutered, micro-chipped, heartworm negative, available, and VERY friendly. Roscoe was surrendered to PCAS because of his deep seeded desire to socialize with each and every neighbor. If you are the neighborhood socialite, are starting a neighborhood watch, sit on the neighbor’s porch nightly waiting for […]
Read More »Randy’s Last Dance – Pet of the Week
Randy is running out of time. 5 year old Randy is a very trainable, very muscular boy with a big heart. He was surrendered to a kill shelter because his owner passed away. Randy cannot be adopted in this county due to a breed restrictive ban. Randy is not good with cats or kids. But […]
Read More »With No Relief, State Sets Drought Restrictions
Numbering the 24th week of severe drought in Northwest Georgia, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Environmental Protection Division has issued a statement regarding water restrictions and other drought responses in our area. Most of Georgia is now under some form of Drought Fighting Restriction with the exception of some of our very southernmost counties. […]
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