The fall season is approaching and for locals we know that means the Georgia Marble Festival is coming soon! A local favorite that brings in travelers from all corners of life to the marble capital on the first weekend of October. The two-day festival will consist of: art and craft vendors, a free children’s fun […]
Read More »Town Hall Meeting – Wednesday September 26th
TOWN HALL MEETING CITY OF JASPER GARBAGE SERVICE The Jasper City Council does hereby announce that it is considering changes to the garbage service. This could affect city customers in that rates may increase, back door pick-up may no longer be available (or would be an additional cost to the customer), as well […]
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Foxtail…Harmful Pasture Weed
By: Eddie Ayers, County Extension Agent You might be asking yourself “just what is a foxtail?” Foxtail is an invasive weed in pastures and hayfields that produces a seedhead with hurtful sharp awns. The weed gets its name because the seed head looks like a fox’s tail. Livestock likes to feed on the plant when […]
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THE PICKENS REPORT JANUARY 2019
The start of a new year comes with lots ahead for Pickens County government. Several projects will advance in 2019 including: the opening of Pickens County Fire Station #12 off Carlan Road, the construction of a new Tate Fire Station, a hefty paving schedule, water line extensions, and much more that is developing. Additionally, Pickens […]
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Latest Update for Public Health Delayed Opening in North GA on Tuesday
Due to the latest weather warning that Georgia counties north of I-20 may form black ice on roads due to overnight freezing Monday night, all North Georgia Health District offices in Dalton and Public Health Departments, Programs and Services in Cherokee, Fannin, Gilmer, Murray, Pickens and Whitfield Counties will DELAY Opening until 10 AM on […]
Read More »Pickens County Chamber Announces New President/C.E.O.
I am proud to announce that Ms. Amberle Godfrey has been selected as the new President/C.E.O. of the Pickens County Chamber of Commerce. Amberle is a native of Pickens County and has been serving as Interim Executive Director since early August. Prior to that she had served as Interim Operations Director. She has also served […]
Read More »PICKENS COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT PRESS RELEASE – 11/9/18
PICKENS COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT PRESS RELEASE – 11/09/18 After discussing last night’s investigation with the Sheriff, we have determined that the social media threat is not credible. However, in an abundance of caution, there will be an increased security presence on the High School campus tomorrow. We would like to thank the Sheriff and his […]
Read More »THE PICKENS REPORT – OCTOBER 2018
The holidays are approaching; the season is a time for family, fellowship, friends and giving. While this time is a bright one for many, it is important to remember those in our community that are not as fortunate. Every year in Pickens County various civic groups, organizations, and helpful neighbors come together around the holidays […]
Read More »Survey Weeds Now
By: Eddie Ayers, County Extension Agent Late summer/early fall is an excellent time for you to survey or map the weeds in your pastures, hay fields, orchards, and lawns, but it’s not the best time to spray. The majority of weeds growing in early fall are usually summer annuals and summer perennials. Many people […]
Read More »Ask the Doc with Dr. William Whaley on Gynecological Cancer and Hand Pain
Dr. Whaley sits down with BKP to discuss gynecological cancer and hand pains.
Read More »Another Reason I Despise Democrats – They Don’t Like Guns
Schumer: “If you believe Dr. Ford, then Kavanaugh is Guilty!” “This man does not belong on the Supreme Court,” I heard no such remarks from any Democrat about Bill Clinton’s victims or that he should remain President. Soviet show trials started that way. An accusation made was proof enough of guilt. Stalin made the accusation […]
Read More »Instant Replay – Watch here now!
TeamFYNSports covers sports all across the North Georgia area. Click here or on the image below to watch all the episodes now! When it comes to sports TeamFYNSports is #AllOverIt
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