Pickens County declared a state of emergency in an emergency called meeting on Tuesday. This allows the
Read More »Jasper suspends dining-in, to-go only, starting Friday
The city of Jasper is suspending dining-in, requiring all restaurants to transition to carry out/drive
Read More »“Hard lock-outs” for Pickens schools starting Wednesday
Jasper, GA – Pickens County schools and worksites will begin “hard lock-outs” effective Wednesday,
Read More »Piedmont Mountainside limits visitors to special circumstances
Piedmont Mountainside Hospital is limiting visitors to special circumstances, upgrading their visitation
Read More »Pickens High School closed to employees
Pickens High School will be closed to employees and staff on Monday, March 23, for a deep cleaning after
Read More »UPDATED: Pickens County closings for March 18, 2020
UPDATED March 23, 2020 at 8:55 p.m. JASPER, Ga.–Here is a list of Pickens County closings. Check
Read More »Two confirmed COVID-19 cases in Pickens
The Georgia Department of Health has confirmed two cases in Pickens County. Continue to check back for
Read More »Local businesses come together to help
JASPER, Ga.–Two local businesses have teamed up to help both businesses and individuals impacted
Read More »Pickens Government Action
As a precautionary measure in the interest of public safety, the Pickens County Administrative Offices
Read More »Pickens County Schools Closed Starting Monday
PICKENS COUNTY, Ga – In a press release from Pickens County Schools, the system confirmed that
Read More »Local schools prep for COVID-19 amid of concerns
Local schools are preparing for COVID-19 amid concerns, fears, and close calls. The spread of COVID-19,
Read More »Kemp issues call to action to all Georgians, schools, and local governments
ATLANTA, Ga – Governor Brian Kemp announced schools, childcare providers, local governments in Georgia
Read More »Pickens BOE discusses start and dismissal times
Pickens BOE discussed start and dismissal times but made no solid proposals as they learned there are
Read More »VA Clinic to open in the spring, after hurdles
It’s been a long, trying road for the VA Clinic (Veteran’s Administration) to open in Jasper,
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Spring Forward – Remember to change your clocks
Daylight savings time begins on Sunday, March 8th. Don’t forget to move your clocks ahead before
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