Police & Government

$1 Million in Cuts, Says New Board!

The new Pickens County Board of Commissioners says it will cut an additional $1 million from its 2013 budget. (more…)

14 years ago

Harvey Stays!

Pickens County CFO Faye Harvey has decided to continue her role as chief financial officer. (more…)

14 years ago

County Gets Six Million Dollar TAN

Pickens County accepted a bid for a Tax Anticipated Note (TAN) today. (more…)

14 years ago

Harvey Wavers on Resignation

Last week, FYN reported that Pickens County CFO Faye Harvey tentatively resigned from her position with the county after three…

14 years ago

Sosebee Sworn in as New DA!

Appalachian Circuit District Attorney B. Alison Sosebee was sworn in this morning at the Fannin County Courthouse by Judge Brenda…

14 years ago

Commissioner Fields Questions on Unconstitutional Ordinance, and Spending in Final Meeting

Last Thursday, Sole Commissioner Robert Jones fielded a series of challenging questions during his last meeting as sole commissioner. (more…)

14 years ago

County Unveils Commemorative Plaques

During the commissioner’s meeting last week, Sole Commissioner Robert Jones unveiled a series of plaques commemorating each Pickens County Commissioner…

14 years ago

Pickens Officials Take Oath!

During an emotional ceremony Wednesday night, December 19th, Pickens County’s newly elected officials were sworn in. (more…)

14 years ago

County Has Options for Character Areas, Starts Comp Plan Process

The county held its first public hearing for its five year comprehensive plan update late last week. (more…)

14 years ago

Harvey Resigns after Three Months

Pickens County Chief Financial Officer Faye Harvey has tentaviley resigned from her position with the county after only three months…

14 years ago

Jasper Gives First Budget Hearing to Empty Room, Discusses Cushion for Health Increases

The City of Jasper delivered its first 2013 budget hearing this week. (more…)

14 years ago

Fiscal Cliff Fears Hit Local Schools

Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) recently said the so-called “Fiscal Cliff” seemed likely, while House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) called the…

14 years ago

Nelson Passes Social Media Policy in Face of Decorum Dilemma

Following a querulous meeting last month, the Nelson City Council approved its Social Media policy last week during its December…

14 years ago

Jasper Employees Get Raise in New Budget; City Sets Millage

During last week’s presentation of Jasper’s 2013 budget, City Clerk and Financial Officer Tacie Williams announced that the new budget…

14 years ago

Local Convenience Store Robbery

Information from the Pickens Sheriff’s Office: (more…)

14 years ago

Pickens Audit Made Public!

The county’s transitional audit was completed and made public last week. (more…)

14 years ago