Prevent Child Abuse Pickens (PCAP) along with County Commissioner Rob Jones made proclamation today that April has been declared as Child Abuse Awareness Month, calling upon all citizens, community agencies, religious organizations, medical facilities and businesses to increase their participation in the effort to prevent child abuse.
Read More »Drug Task Force says meth is becoming more of a problem
The Zell Miller Mountain Parkway Drug Task Force has been hard at work making cases and conducting arrests with a recent trend that has them concerned. Commander Brandon Owens said the tri-county area (comprised of Pickens, Gilmer and Fannin counties) has seen a large influx of methamphetamine due to dropping prices. The trend was uncovered […]
Read More »Snowball Golf Tournament fund-raiser held
The Pickens County Chamber of Commerce held the 8th Annual Leadership Snowball Golf Tournament yesterday. There was a good turn-out and participation for the event.
Read More »In lieu of forensic audit, county historical report compiled
After months of requests, the county commissioners hope that they’ve put the financial questions regarding county financial dealings to a rest. Concerned citizens and two grand juries have been wondering where an estimated $5 million has gone over the past years.
Read More »White on Optimist Board, Given Educator award
Susan White was sworn-in to the Optimist Club’s Board of Directors this morning after a nomination and a unanimous vote in favor previously.
Read More »Optimist Club announces Oratorical Contest Winners
The Optimist Club met this morning at The Last Catch restaurant in Jasper for their monthly gathering. They also met for a very special reason which was to publicly introduce the winners of their oratorical contest from the 14 competitors from Dawson County Middle School, Wildwood Christian Academy and Pickens County Middle School.
Read More »Public Hearing Held for Good Samaritan Grant
A public hearing is part of the grant process of getting a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and that part was taken care of Wednesday at the county administration building. Pickens County residents were invited to participate and give their input regarding how a potential $500,000 grant may be used to help the lower income […]
Read More »PSO Auxiliary Unit holds quarterly dinner
The PSO Auxiliary Unit hosted their quarterly dinner for sheriff’s office employees and their families last night. The dinner was held at the Pickens Recreation Center.
Read More »PSO child safety seat inspections
On Wednesday, March 19th, a member of the PSO Heat Unit will be at the Office of Dr. Jon Wise to conduct inspections of child safety seats from 12 to 4 pm.
Read More »School Board plans for water line improvement at HCES
Sometimes repairing a problem before it becomes a problem is the right answer. The Pickens County School Board agreed with that thought today when they approved an intergovernmental agreement between the school district and the Pickens County Commissioners’ office.
Read More »NWS Flood Safety Week: March 16-22
The NWS (National Weather Service) has set aside March 16-22 as Flood Awareness Week. As recent events have shown us, northern Georgia is not immune to flood risks.
Read More »PHS TSA Chapter goes to state conference
Congratulations to the PHS TSA Chapter on successful participation at the Georgia TSA (Technology Student Association) State Leadership Conference!
Read More »PCSO Auxiliary Unit: Helping shoulder the burden of public service
The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office Auxiliary Unit has now got their website functional. You can check there for ongoing events, what they’re planning, how you can help and contact them. On the calendar tab a list of when and where the gator that’s being raffled will be appearing is included so you can make plans […]
Read More »Courthouse Cost Sees Lower Figures, All Parties Set To Receive Funds
With the final numbers tallied on the Pickens County Courthouse construction, County Commissioner Rob Jones was confident the bond will be paid soon and with the final budget coming in under what was set aside, a windfall seems to be set for all who participated in the first S.P.L.O.S.T. collection.
Read More »Candidates Qualifying Period Ends With Surprises
Pickens County Candidates for the 2014 elections had opportunity until 12 noon today to qualify for state and local races. A couple of surprises did occur in the 2.5 day process. Along with incumbents and an already anticipated county commission challenger, two additional challengers for school board seats did qualify during the period.
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