From staff reports Officers of the Griffin Police Department are once again working to raise funds for the annual Special Olympics Torch Run. The Law Enforcement Torch Run is the largest statewide grassroots fund-raiser for Special Olympics Inc. Currently, all 50 states and 35 nations participate; it is truly a worldwide movement. The Law Enforcement […]
James B. Hunt speaking at UGA Griffin
March 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment
FROM STAFF REPORTS ::: The University of Georgia Griffin Campus invites you to the Impact Speaker Series featuring author Dr. James B. Hunt. Spend an hour going back in time as Hunt reflects on legendary American conservationist John Muir and his walk through the south during the Post-Civil War and Reconstruction era of the South. […]
Car drives through Subway storefront; no injuries reported
March 3, 2013 by Leave a Comment
By Sheila A. Marshall Managing Editor Officials of the Griffin Police Department say no one was injured Thursday when a vehicle was driven through the front window of the Subway located on South Hill Street. “It occurred at 7:24 p.m. at the Subway at 820 S. Hill St.,” said Capt. Dwayne Jones. “It was a […]
Does HR Bill 347 curb freedom of speech?
February 26, 2013 by 1 Comment
JESSICA GREGORY ::: We’ve started seeing some social media posts about how Obama signed away First Amendment rights with the passage of HR Bill 347. After looking into it, we realized HR Bill 347 was passed last Feb. 29 2012, and that experts disagree on how the bill affects free speech. HR 347 is actually […]
Griffin Concert Association presents Prima Trio
February 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
FROM STAFF REPORTS The international award-winning chamber trio, The Prima Trio, will perform live at the Griffin Auditorium on Monday, Mar. 11 at 7:30 p.m. Single tickets for this performance are $20 with all children admitted free when accompanying a paid adult. Founded in 2004, the Prima Trio triumphed at the prestigious Fischoff Chamber Music […]
Finally coming home
February 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
SHEILA MARSHALL ::: More than 62 years after he was killed in action, Pfc. Bobby Byars was finally laid to rest in his hometown, with surviving family members, friends and the community present to honor the Korean War hero. For Charlie Byars, this was the culmination of many years of hopes and prayers that he […]
Call for artists & musicians
February 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
JESSICA GREGORY ::: On Friday, April 12 Journey Church in Dovedown will be filled with art and music by local artists. Local photographers Catherine Park and Lisa Housman and Michael Moody of Journey Church are planning an inaugural Art and Music Opening for guests to enjoy amazing local music while mingling and enjoying local art. […]
Spalding County buys two emergency alert sirens
February 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
SHEILA MARSHALL ::: Spalding County Commissioners on Monday authorized County Manager William Wilson to execute an agreement that will result in the installation of two emergency warning sirens. According to Wilson, the grant award includes a federal share of $37,664 and a state share of $5,022. Spalding County has an in-kind match of $7,533. The […]
Healthy Life Community Garden will provide fresh foods for Fairmont Community
February 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
SHEILA MARSHALL ::: Residents of the Fairmont community will have an opportunity to come together with their neighbors to raise a community garden. With funding provided by the Griffin Housing Authority (GHA), the Healthy Life Community Garden is being coordinated by the University of Georgia-Griffin Campus, with the Spalding County Extension Service taking the lead […]
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