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Zebulon Animal Hospital now open

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Wednesday, August 22. 2018

Zebulon Animal Hospital, located at 7594 Highway 19 south in Zebulon, opened recently and Dr. Mike Kelly, DVM, has already met many of Pike's pets. [Full story »]

Home and Garden

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Monday, March 26. 2018

Find tips and local businesses to help keep your home and lawn in tip-top shape this spring in the Pike County Journal Reporter's special Home & Garden edition. [Full story »]

Get male dog or cat fixed with HELP

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Friday, December 30. 2016

Take advantage of special deals from the HELP Spay/Neuter Clinic. Call 770-304-7911 to make an appointment. [Full story »]

Find the perfect Christmas gift!

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Monday, November 14. 2016

Sharps Jewelers will have special Christmas hours to allow shoppers to find the perfect gift from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. [Full story »]

Shop local, get deals

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Monday, October 3. 2016

Join United Bank's Shop Local initiative and save big at local businesses through Oct. 31 when you use your United Bank card. [Full story »]

Invest in your future

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Thursday, August 25. 2016

In the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life, don't forget to plan and save for your future! Call a Farm Bureau agent today to talk about Certificate of Deposit specials. [Full story »]

Business Card Directory

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Monday, July 25. 2016

Don't miss the chance to promote your business in the Business Card Directory. The high-quality, glossy directory will be made available for an entire year at The Journal Reporter and local businesses. Call 770-567-3446 to include your business. [Full story »]

Celebrate Independence Day at Pride of Pike July 2

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Monday, June 20. 2016

After five years without a local Independence Day celebration, Pride of Pike will return Saturday, July 2 with live musical entertainment, inflatables and fun for kids, great food and lots of vendors for shopping. Live entertainment will include Due South, the Hanson Trio, The Clark Kids and the Pike County Junior Players. [Full story »]

Flag Day is June 14

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Tuesday, June 7. 2016

Local businesses are promoting Flag Day, June 14, and encourage citizens to display a flag at their homes. [Full story »]

Congrats to grads!

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Monday, May 23. 2016

See photos of graduates from Pike County High School in the special Graduation Edition in this week's Journal Reporter. The section also includes inspirational messages and congratulations from local businesses and parents as well as seniors who have earned honors for their academic and athletic accomplishments in high school. [Full story »]

Healthy Living: Correct Posture Month

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Monday, May 16. 2016

Learn about the importance of correct posture and how to sit while working at a keyboard in the Journal Reporter's special Healthy Living section. [Full story »]

Piggy Bank Day!

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Monday, May 9. 2016

Don't miss a chance to teach your child about the importance of saving at the May 14 Piggy Bank Day at United Bank in Zebulon from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. [Full story »]

Healthy Living

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Monday, April 25. 2016

Learn tips this month to help prevent child abuse

Darkness to Light, a nationwide organization for the prevention of child sexual abuse outlines ways people can help prevent abuse. Child sexual abuse is an adult issue, the foundation said. Everyone can be aware of signs and indications of child sexual abuse, especially by attending the “Stewards of Children” training. Those interested in taking the Stewards of Children training may contact the health department or Michael Powell of the Pike Community Resource Network at 770-567-2930. [Full story »]

Home and Garden

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Tuesday, March 29. 2016

EDITOR'S NOTE: Read the following story by Pike County resident Bob Westerfield and find other Home and Garden ideas in the Pike County Journal Reporter's special section this week.

By Robert Westerfield
UGA Extension

Whether driving in our own neighborhood or going to visit friends or relatives, we all tend to compare our home landscape to others. There’s no denying that a well-landscaped house is very appealing to the eye and can make a home more inviting.

Many real estate experts say that 10 to 15 percent of a house’s perceived value comes from a simple, though attractive, well-thought-out landscape. A large percentage of homebuyers decide whether or not to look at a house or take it seriously based on its curb appeal. [Full story »]

Celebrate National Nutrition Month

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Tuesday, March 15. 2016

March is National Nutrition Month, an annual observance that encourages Americans to adopt a healthy eating pattern that includes nutritious and flavorful foods. What started as a week-long event in 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics became a month-long celebration in 1980, thanks to growing public interest in nutrition. Food and nutrition professionals often celebrate this special month by providing educational and fun resources and treats to promote healthy eating in the workplace and at home. [Full story »]