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Parks and Recreation to remain an authority

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Monday, April 30. 2012

After months of discussion and debate, it was decided at the Tuesday, April 24 meeting not to dissolve the Pike County Parks and Recreation Authority to make it a county department. [Full story »]

'A Day in Meansville' cancelled

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Sunday, April 29. 2012

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After five years of promoting the community, the A Day in Meansville festival will not be held this year. Meansville council voted to cancel the event at the April 9 meeting. The 2011 festival was compromised by rain. [Full story »]

Prescription pill disposal

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Friday, April 27. 2012

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The DEA's Pill Take Back Initiative aims to keep prescription drugs from being abused by collecting and disposing of them when they are no longer needed. Pike County residents with old or unwanted prescription pills can drop them off with a Pike County Sheriff's deputy Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in front of Fred's in Zebulon. [Full story »]

Molena fire station being built

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Monday, April 23. 2012

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Nearly six months after materials arrived, construction of Molena’s new fire station is underway with skilled inmate labor saving the city many thousands of dollars. The footings have been placed for the foundation and, if the weather cooperates, the concrete will be poured this week for the 5,100 square foot fire station. [Full story »]

Middle school writing team honored

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Friday, April 20. 2012

The Pike County Middle School writing team was recognized for their efforts to improve writing skills among eighth grade students at the April 10 board of education meeting. [Full story »]

Courthouse to get new HVAC units

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Thursday, April 19. 2012

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Courthouse construction was a major topic before commissioners as they voted 3-2 to update HVAC units at the courthouse and have asphalt shingles installed instead of a metal roof at the April 11 meeting. [Full story »]

Movies in the Park return

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Tuesday, April 17. 2012

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Pike County residents can again enjoy Movies in the Park this summer. The Pike County Parks and Recreation Authority board voted April 9 to move forward with the free entertainment programs. The board authorized director Kevin Teate to begin working on the programing by selecting the movies and pre-show activities. [Full story »]

Doc Holliday beer fest is April 21

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Monday, April 16. 2012

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The third annual Doc Holliday beer festival is set for April 21 in downtown Griffin. Proceeds will go to multiple charities. Patrons will get to taste test craft beers, wines ciders and other goodies. [Full story »]

Pimiento Fest this Saturday

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Friday, April 13. 2012

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Pike County was famous for growing the heart-shaped red pimiento peppers in the middle of the 20th century. This year's Pimiento Fest will be held Saturday, April 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Zebulon courthouse square. [Full story »]

Dog show set for April 14

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Thursday, April 12. 2012

Dogs and owners alike can enjoy the fifth annual Dolly Goodpuppy Society “Just for Fun Spring Fling” dog show. The dog show will be held Saturday, April 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Barnesville Civic Center, behind the pool. A $10 per dog admission fee includes entry into all competitive dog events, including most talented, tallest, shortest, longest ears, best dressed (a costume event), most mysterious heritage (winner receives DNA testing), owner/dog look-alike, oddest couple, musical chairs and “dog of the day.” [Full story »]

Pinwheels for prevention

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Wednesday, April 11. 2012

Pre-K students from Pike County Primary School helped display more than 100 pinwheels near Highway 19 Tuesday, April 3 as part of Pinwheels for Prevention. [Full story »]

County's jobless rates rise

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Monday, April 9. 2012

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By Sherri Ellington

Pike County’s joblessness was at 9.4% in January, up from 9.2% in December. It was 11.2% in January 2011. Pike is second only to Coweta County in terms of low unemployment. [Full story »]

County concerned with new laws

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Saturday, April 7. 2012

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At the March 27 meeting, county commissioners discussed House Bill 386 which reduces vehicle sales taxes and annual ad valorem taxes. This could cost the county part of the $400,000 to $600,000 now collected. [Full story »]

What it means to be green

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Wednesday, April 4. 2012

Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to local seniors from the Keep Pike Beautiful Committee and Pike County YES Team. The students must be a Pike County resident and 2012 graduating high school senior who has been accepted into an accredited technical school, college or university. [Full story »]

Free event for seniors, caregivers

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Tuesday, April 3. 2012

The Pike Community Resource Network's Senior Issues Strategy Team will help local citizens and care takers who are facing chronic diseases. The free April 12 event will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Strickland Building in downtown Concord and a free lunch will be provided. Reservation required. [Full story »]