The Pike County Journal-Reporter

Entries from September 2017

Sheriff's office number used in scam

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in Crime and Arrests

Wednesday, September 20. 2017

According to investigator Maj. David Neal of the Pike County Sheriff's office, an individual is calling local residents and soliciting money on behalf of the Pike County Sheriff's Office - from the office's non-emergency number. He said the sheriff's office does not call citizens to solicit money. [Full story »]

Library to host author Karen Zacharias

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Rachel McDaniel

in Headlines

Wednesday, September 20. 2017

The J. Joel Edwards Public Library in Zebulon will proudly host author Karen Spears Zacharias for a presentation and book signing at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28. Zacharias is a Georgia-raised Gold Star daughter. Her work has been featured in the New York Times and on CNN, National Public Radio and Good Morning America. Her 2013 novel, Mother of Rain (Mercer), received the Weatherford Award for Best in Appalachian Fiction and was adapted for the stage by Georgia Historic State Theater. She and her husband divide their time between Oregon and Georgia. [Full story »]

Pirates dominate Patriots, declaw Tigers

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Rachel McDaniel

in Sports

Tuesday, September 19. 2017

The Strong Rock Patriots traveled to Zebulon to play the Pirates Sept. 8 and they were dominated by the home team who earned a 49-7 win. [Full story »]

Arrest report

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Rachel McDaniel

in Crime and Arrests

Tuesday, September 19. 2017

Between Friday, Sept. 1, and Monday, Sept. 18, area law enforcement agencies made the following arrests: [Full story »]

Do not take hot showers for granted, my friends

Posted by

Rachel McDaniel

in Opinions

Tuesday, September 19. 2017

Kay S. Pedrotti

That sorry Miss Irma the Hurricane has passed into history, thank goodness, but her impact has humbling effects and not-so-gentle reminders. [Full story »]

Public Notices 09-20-17

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Staff Writer

in Public Notices

Tuesday, September 19. 2017

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Register now for Sept. 23 “Walk to Remember”

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Rachel McDaniel

in Headlines

Monday, September 18. 2017

The Compassionate Friends of Central GA invites bereaved parents, siblings, relatives and friends to register now for a “Walk to Remember” Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. The local walk will be held at Wyomia Tyus Olympic Park (Pavilion 2, Lake side) at 1301 Cowan Road in Griffin. Before the memorial walk, participants will receive a walk style bib to write their child’s name on and choose a memorial gift that will be made onsite and following the walk, participants will join for a short memorial service, butterfly release and refreshments. [Full story »]

Barn Bash: Charity Concert set for Saturday

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Rachel McDaniel

in Top Stories

Monday, September 18. 2017

Barn Bash: A Charity Concert will be held Saturday, Sept. 23 to raise funds for a scholarship in honor of the late Brandon Brown and it will feature headlining musician Marc Broussard as well as Southbound and Lambert Osteen and Friends. The inaugural event will be held at Double P Farms with gates opening at 2 p.m. and music starting at 3 p.m. at the beautiful outdoor venue near the intersection of Dunbar School Road and Jonathan’s Roost Road in Williamson. [Full story »]

Mary Lou Bennett

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Rachel McDaniel

in Death Notices

Tuesday, September 12. 2017

Mary Lou Bennett passed away Friday, September 8th surrounded by her devoted daughter and caregiver, Bonnie, her son, Dennis, and other family members. [Full story »]

Public Notices 09-13-17

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Staff Writer

in Public Notices

Tuesday, September 12. 2017

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Updated: All outages restored after storm

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Rachel McDaniel

in Top Stories

Friday, September 8. 2017

Updated: 3 days ago

Crews work tirelessly to clear roads and trees of power lines, eventually restoring power to more than 3,000 residents in Pike.

"We are proud of our employees for their hard work and determination and ever so grateful for the help of all the co-ops and contractors who came to our aid," said Erin Cook.

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Sept. 11 program to be held at courthouse

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Rachel McDaniel

in Top Stories

Thursday, September 7. 2017

The Pike County American Legion Family will host the annual Pike County Patriot Day Observance program at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 11 on the south side of the courthouse square in Zebulon. [Full story »]

Willard “Terry” Burnham

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Rachel McDaniel

in Death Notices

Thursday, September 7. 2017

Mr. Willard “Terry” Burnham, age 64, of Williamson, Georgia passed away on Friday, August 25, 2017, at Brightmoor Hospice. [Full story »]

Juanita Moore

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Rachel McDaniel

in Death Notices

Wednesday, September 6. 2017

Mrs. Juanita Moore, age 94, passed away August 31 at Brightmoor Senior Living in Griffin. She was born to Ira E. Davis and Sara Green Davis on September 6, 1922, in Neal, Georgia. [Full story »]

Middle school Cross Country teams dominate

Posted by

Rachel McDaniel

in Sports

Tuesday, September 5. 2017

The Pike County Middle School cross country traveled to Americus recently to compete in the first meet of the season, the Furlow Fast Feet Invitational. Both teams crushed their opponents individually and in team efforts. [Full story »]