Opinion by George McClellan:
Read More »Execution Order Signed for Man Convicted of 1998 Murder of a Laurens County Deputy Sheriff
For immediate release Jan. 5, 2015, from the office of Attorney General Sam Olens: Georgia Attorney General Sam Olens offers the following information in the case against Andrew Howard Brannan, who is currently scheduled to be executed on Jan. 13, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. for the 1998 murder of 22 year old Laurens County Deputy […]
Read More »Cold Weather Pet Safety Tips
Just like people, pets’ cold tolerance can vary from pet to pet based on their coat, body fat stores, activity level, and health. Be aware of your pet’s tolerance for cold weather, and adjust accordingly.
Read More »New Year’s Eve, Downtown Jasper!
The City of Jasper along with the Pickens County Chamber of Commerce hosted the second annual New Year’s Eve Party on Main Street in downtown Jasper. The fun festivities included a Ball Drop, a DJ, Photo Booth, Dancing, Giveaways, and Food Vendors & More! A great time was had by all the attendees. Happy New […]
Read More »Miss Janet Clarice Hamrick: Obituary
Miss Janet Clarice Hamrick, age 64 of Talking Rock, GA died Sunday, January 04, 2015 at her home.
Read More »Mr. Charlie J. Gibson: Obituary
Mr. Charlie J. Gibson age 55 of Talking Rock passed away on the morning of Jan. 3, 2015 at his residence.
Read More »Mrs. Henrietta M. Smith: Obituary
Mrs. Henrietta M. Smith age 80 of Bent Tree in Jasper, Ga. passed away Thursday Jan.1, 2015 at the Windy Hill Hospital in Smyrna.
Read More »Donna Douglas Who Portrayed Elly May Has Passed, Former Apple Festival Parade Honorary Grand Marshall
Donna Douglas age 81, who famously portrayed Elly May Clampett on the legendary 1960’s TV series “The Beverly Hillbillies” passed away last Thursday at her home in Louisiana with friends and family by her side. Donna Douglas visited Ellijay in October 2013 having been chosen as the 2013 Apple Festival Parade Honorary Grand Marshall.
Read More »Mr. Jerry Mayfield: Obituary
Mr. Jerry Mayfield, age 67 of Dawsonville, passed away at Sonshine Manor Personal Care Home on Thursday January 1, 2015.
Read More »Mrs. Jan Payne: Obituary
Mrs. Jan Payne, age 63 of Jasper, passed away at her residence on Tuesday December 30, 2014.
Read More »Mr. Robert Richard Hill: Obituary
Mr. Robert Richard Hill, age 68, of Big Canoe passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2014 at his home.
Read More »Roy Freeman, Jr. : Obituary
Roy Freeman, Jr., age 80, of Jasper passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at his home.
Read More »Pickens 2014 Year In Review Photos
As 2014 comes to an end, it’s time to take a look back and highlight some events that took place in Pickens County. Click below for the photo highlight video. Enjoy and Happy New Year!
Read More »Mrs. Lena DiNovo Brashear: Obituary
Mrs. Lena DiNovo Brashear, age 86, of Ballground, passed away Friday, December 26, 2014 at Northside Hospital Cherokee.
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