Police & Government

Community Town Hall Listening Session this Thursday

The 2014 session for General Assembly will be here before you know it. I want to offer an opportunity for…

13 years ago

Man charged with probation violation, resisting arrest and possession of moonshine

What began as a welfare check on a child quickly changed direction upon deputies’ arrival at 227 Twin Mountain Lake…

13 years ago

Pickens budget plagued by unknowns, tax hike may be necessary

A five-hundred page report is what the Board of Commissioners has to examine in their struggle with the 2014 budget.…

13 years ago

SPLOST Accepted by Nelson; Argument Taints Meeting

Nelson City Council meetings are known for their contentious atmosphere. However the meeting conducted Monday night was marked by arguing…

13 years ago

Jasper: Alcohol Ordinances In, Windstream Out

Last nights Jasper City Council meeting saw a contract award, alcohol ordinance changes and approval for auditing firms to bid…

13 years ago

County Interviews Possible Auditor; Grand Jury Silent on Progress of Request

They seem fairly sure that a forensic audit isn’t necessary at this point, but the Board of Commissioners is being…

13 years ago

SPLOST Offer Ridiculed but Accepted by Jasper

A called meeting of the city of Jasper’s council last night met two objectives: to set the millage rate and…

13 years ago

Possible Forensic Audit for County Moves Forward

Before the Board of Commissioner’s meeting got started last Thursday, State Representative Rick Jasperse visited with a welcome surprise. He…

13 years ago

Lt. Gov. Cagle visits Big Canoe to discuss Georgia’s future

Mid-afternoon Thursday Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle visited Big Canoe, hosted by the P.O.A. (Property Owner’s Association), who discussed goals as…

13 years ago

Board of Tax Assessors Meets

The Pickens County Board of Assessors met early this morning. Most business involved signing off on various assessor responsibilities such…

13 years ago

Nelson City Council adopts Family Protection Ordinance

The Nelson City Council met on October 7 and as part of their agenda, had a second reading of the…

13 years ago

Toney elected to represent 9th District Republicans

Once again Pickens County has a State Committee member from the county. Larry Toney was elected to the State Committee…

13 years ago

Jasper’s 2012 Finances Completed, Council makes Amendment

The city of Jasper’s 2012 finances have now been finalized and were presented at the council meeting Monday night. The…

13 years ago

Pickens Sheriff’s Department offers Incident Command Course

Pickens County Sheriff Donnie Craig believes in being proactive when it comes to safety and crime prevention in this county.…

13 years ago

PCMS Sexual Assault Case Spills into Second Week

The investigation into the possible sexual assault at Pickens County Middle School is being handled by the Georgia Bureau of…

13 years ago

Possible Sexual Assault At PCMS

Due to the ongoing investigation, all agencies involved have elected not to release any additional information. FYN will be notified…

13 years ago