Police & Government

Updated Breaking News: City of Jasper Loses Lawsuit

Despite assertions to the contrary, action was taken at last night's city council meeting. The board approved unanimously to move…

13 years ago

Gennett Drive Reopens With A Ribbon Cutting

Several areas in the city of Jasper were affected by the flooding that took place back in early August. (more…)

13 years ago

Commissioners Face Questions Over Forensic Audit

The Pickens Board of Commissioners met in front of a concerned audience last night. There was a citizen seeking help…

13 years ago

Planning Department August Report

As required, the Planning and Development Department of the Pickens County government has completed their monthly report for submission. (more…)

13 years ago

Water Board: Improvements, Late Fee Adjustments Pending

The Pickens County Water authority is seeking a new policy regarding seniors and/or persons on fixed incomes policy regarding late…

13 years ago

Hazard Mitigation Plan Set for Submission

Pickens County Fire Chief and EMA Director Bob Howard presided over a public hearing for the proposed Pickens County Hazard…

13 years ago

UPDATED: Death Investigation Results In Four Arrests

UPDATE: On September 10, two additional arrests were made in the case involving the death of Taylor Smith. (more…)

13 years ago

Your Tax Dollars At Work

The Pickens County Water Department spent part of Tuesday afternoon repairing a water leak on Henderson Mountain Road near Rich…

13 years ago

Afternoon Wreck Sends One to Hospital

A wreck shortly after lunch hour sent one person to the hospital and shook up another driver in Jasper. The…

13 years ago

Jasper Proclaims October 23-31 Red Ribbon Week

The Jasper City Council held their monthly meeting Wednesday night with several items discussed and presented. With the absence of…

13 years ago

Foot Chase With Hobson Drive Area Burglary Suspect

From Pickens Sheriff's Office Facebook Page: (more…)

13 years ago

Rescue Team Recovers Body of Missing Man

An early morning rescue mission gave closure to a late night missing persons case that plagued the Twin Mountain Lakes…

13 years ago

Troopers Prepare for Labor Day

(Atlanta)—The 78 hour Labor Day holiday travel period begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, August 30 and ends at midnight…

13 years ago

Man Shot Near Jasper in Dispute

An early morning shooting outside of Jasper left one man dead Sunday. Details are sketchy at this point as the…

13 years ago

Pickens S.O. Nets Pursuit Suspect, Officer Has Close Call

While working an accident at Highway 53 West near Hill City Road involving a motorcycle, Deputy Tony Heath got more…

13 years ago

Pickens Board of Commissioners Propose Millage Rate

Hope springs eternal….at least it appears so judging by the Pickens County Board of Commissioners meeting this morning. (more…)

13 years ago