FYN will be running a series of interviews with local candidates from the county commissioners and school board races. Each interview will be published separately and run again before the primary elections May 20. Bart Connelly, candidate, Pickens County Board of Commissioners, District 1
Read More »Chamber Ribbon-Cutting: Security Finance Corporation
The Pickens County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Security Finance Corporation’s Jasper office this morning. In addition, the retirement of a valued employee was celebrated.
Read More »Jail ‘n Bail event rakes in donations for helping combat childhood illiteracy
The Pickens County Ferst Foundation for Childhood Literacy held their annual “Jail ‘n Bail” event at the old jail on Main Street in Jasper yesterday. While the event is the only major fund-raiser held for the charity during the year, it is an occasion for some good tongue-in-cheek fun.
Read More »Chamber Ribbon-Cutting: Lil’ Momma’s Donuts
A long-anticipated ribbon-cutting for Lil’ Momma’s Donuts was held today at the store, located at 1187 E. Church Street in Jasper.
Read More »Emergency Repair Closes Pickens County Bridge
April 30, 2014: Georgia DOT has advised FYN the bridge in question was damaged in the flooding last July. An inspection immediately following the floods yielded no results but the passage of time has caused deterioration and previously unknown damage to be revealed.
Read More »Early Voting Has Begun in Pickens County for the May 20th Primary
Early voting started this morning in Pickens County for the May 20 primaries. If one is a registered voter they can cast their ballots at the Pickens County Elections Office at 83 Pioneer Road in Jasper.
Read More »Northern Georgia subject to severe weather conditions
A very dangerous weather situation is continuing to develop that will impact northern Georgia for the next few days. Considering the system has already spawned fatal tornados Georgians should be alert and prepared to take action.
Read More »Who is Daniel Bell?
FYN will be running a series of interviews with local candidates from the county commissioners and school board races. Each interview will be published separately and run again before the primary elections May 20. Daniel Bell, candidate, Pickens County School Board Post 2
Read More »Portillo responds to Jarrett’s letter
Letter to the editor submitted by Mrs. Edith Portillo in response to Nelson Councilman Jackie Jarrett’s previous letter. Please see link for that letter: Jarrett’s letter to the editor
Read More »Fatal wreck on Highway 515 at Highway 136
A man involved in a fatal wreck early yesterday morning has been identified. He was Ricky Leeroy Yother, 59, from Murphy, NC.
Read More »Who is Dan Fincher?
FYN will be running a series of interviews with local candidates from the county commissioners and school board races. Each interview will be published separately and run again before the primary elections May 20.
Read More »State race candidates make appearances in Pickens County
In a candidate-filled week, last night the Pickens County Tea Party held a candidates forum for the state race competitors that focused on a more national theme than the local races. Although invited, it was noted that none of the incumbents ventured out to face constituents in Pickens County last night.
Read More »Forum gives candidates voices on issues
A room full of interested voters met the Pickens County candidates at Chattahoochee Tech last night as they presented their views on various topics affecting the positions they’re seeking. The Pickens County Chamber of Commerce hosted the contenders who faced questions from the pre-selected as well as the audience.
Read More »PSO Auxiliary Unit’s K-9 Demonstration
The Pickens County Auxiliary Unit is continuing efforts to sell Gator raffle tickets to supply much-needed equipment and support to the PSO. Come on out to Day’s Chevrolet this Saturday, April 26 for a free lunch and canine demonstrations. While you’re there, have a look at the Gator and consider buying a ticket.
Read More »Jasper Elementary School contract moves ahead while TES put on hold
Despite his predictions that Tate Elementary School’s slated renovation would come in near projected costs, Pickens Schools Operations Manager Rick Little was stunned when he saw the figures that did come in. At nearly double the architect’s $1.8 million projected figure, the school board has been forced to delay the extensive renovation plans for the […]
Read More »Letter from Nelson Councilman Jackie Jarrett
Letter submitted by Nelson Councilman Jackie Jarrett
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