Wells Fargo has decided not to participate in T.A.N. (Tax Anticipation Note) bids for 2014 so the company that carried Pickens County TAN for 2013 was out of the running for the vote the Board of Commissioners took to accept a bid for this year.
Read More »Talking Rock’s new city leadership sworn in
Talking Rock held its first city council meeting of 2014 amid citizens there to share in their induction and see the first council meeting under their administration.
Read More »Pickens County sees new mayors taking reins in 2014
Carol Opdenhoff knows there will be challenges in her immediate future but is hopeful she can meet them head-on and keep Talking Rock moving forward. As a resident in the town 16 years, the new mayor is looking to lifelong residents with historical knowledge as well as fresh ideas from newer citizens for input.
Read More »Jasper New Year’s Party: HUGE SUCCESS
In the words of David Bowie and Mick Jagger there’ll be dancing – dancing in the streets. So there was last night in downtown Jasper as Pickens County gathered together to celebrate the passing of 2013 into the newly minted 2014.
Read More »Fatal wreck takes life of woman after nuptials
The picture Kali Dobson chose as her cover photo on her Facebook page shows her heart in the time before her untimely death Sunday night. The 25 year-old lost her life in a one-vehicle accident immediately following her wedding when her new husband, Ryan Quinton, swerved to avoid a dog.
Read More »Cell tower valuation contract pending approval of commissioners
At the November 21 tax assessor meeting two very different companies sought a contract for cell tower equipment valuation to insure the proper numbers were being returned for tax purposes. Of those two companies, it appears the winner of the contract will be Traylor Business Services of Kennesaw.
Read More »Technology Plans Downward Spiral Haunts School Board
A plethora of hold-ups, misjudgments and confusion has cast a cloud over the school board’s plans for internet and cellular improvements district-wide. The continued drama has now passed the year mark and an end doesn’t appear on the horizon.
Read More »Global Company Bringing Jobs to Jasper
Mayor John Weaver was all smiles when asked about the economic news that Orlaco, a camera solution outfit for large equipment, was choosing Jasper as it’s first American-based warehouse.
Read More »Democrats plan holiday dinner
Join Pickens County Democrats for dinner together at the Woodbridge Inn Restaurant in Jasper.
Read More »Pickens Library Holds 20th Annual Festival of Trees
The Pickens County Library is ready for Santa! Usually one would seek books when entering a library but this time of year, this library is known for its “Festival of Trees”.
Read More »Holiday Sock Tree
The Pickens County Library has established a tradition of “mitten trees” in the past, but this year they’re promoting their “sock tree”.
Read More »Land Development Project pitched to Jasper City Council
In a brief appearance before the Jasper City Council, local developer Craig Meffert sought to sell the city on his idea of a multi-use development along the Highway 515 corridor. He with Onyx Investment’s J.R. McLaughlin brought proposed drawings and explanations of their vision before the council Monday night.
Read More »Toys for Tots collects to bring Christmas to Pickens County Kids
Maya Angelou said, “When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed.”
Read More »Married couple’s arrests unrelated
Despite the fact that they are married, John “Jack” Green and Carolyn Diane Green’s recent arrests were in no way related. Sheriff Donald Craig confirmed with FYN there was no connection along with Special Agent Kim Williams of the GBI (Georgia Bureau of Investigation).
Read More »Hill City to celebrate with 80’s day
December 6th is the 80th day of school. HCES will celebrate this day by dressing like the 80’s.
Read More »Pickens County Fill-A-Stocking Program open for applications
It’s time once again for the Jasper Lions’ Fill-a-Stocking Campaign. The program provides gifts for Pickens County children ages 14 and under who are in need this Christmas. In order to qualify for Fill-a-Stocking, you must be a Pickens County resident.
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