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Molena’s Community Christmas is Dec. 12

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Tuesday, December 9. 2014

Molena will light up with the spirit of Christmas this Friday, Dec. 12 starting at 6 p.m. during the Community Christmas Celebration. [Full story »]

County’s dangerous, vicious dog facility open

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Friday, December 5. 2014

Pike County commissioners visited the new animal control facility for dangerous and vicious dogs after their regular meeting Wednesday, Nov. 12. The facility’s building was sold to the county for $1 by Zebulon and county employees made many improvements to make it functional. [Full story »]

TNT donates Angel trees, courthouse tree

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Tuesday, December 2. 2014

The Ison family at TNT Christmas Tree Farm donated a nearly 10 foot Christmas tree for the Pike County courthouse. The tree was decorated by courthouse employees and features more than 2,000 colorful lights and a variety of decorations. [Full story »]

Join parade led by World Series champion

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Tuesday, November 25. 2014

The Pike County Diamond Club has invited local youth to join in the Pike County Youth Parade which will be led by World Series champion and former PCHS athlete Hunter Strickland at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14. Applications for floats and vehicles must be submitted by Dec. 8. [Full story »]

First Lt. Oxford to be inducted into Memorial Annex

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Tuesday, November 25. 2014

Many from Pike County have made untold sacrifices as veterans but Robert Eugene Oxford of Concord gave the ultimate sacrifice – he lost his life while serving his country. He will be honored by American Legion Post 197 at an inductee ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Pike County Memorial Annex. [Full story »]

Molena discusses plans for new pavilion

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Saturday, November 15. 2014

By Dwain W. Penn

Ten months after the old city pavilion was severely damaged by an ice storm, mayor Jay Garner and Molena council held a workshop Oct. 30 to discuss the new pavilion and try to consolidate ideas so it can break ground for construction. [Full story »]

Pike grad rate tops state’s

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Thursday, November 13. 2014

The Pike County school system’s graduation rate continues to be well above the state average of 72.5% as local seniors graduate at a rate of 82.1% based on a four-year measurement, according to the Georgia Department of Education. Excluding charter and magnet programs, Pike is in the top 36% of high schools in the state. [Full story »]

Relay For Life readies for 2015

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Thursday, November 13. 2014

Relay For Life participants were treated to a kickoff celebration Oct. 23 at Zebulon City Park as teams were invited to join the cause. [Full story »]

Fire leaves family with nothing

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Tuesday, November 11. 2014

Four residents lost all their belongings after a home on Highway 19 south caught fire around noon Wednesday, Nov. 5. Although the family made it out safely, several dogs and cats were unable to escape the flames. [Full story »]

Pirates defeat Hampton 27-14

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Monday, November 10. 2014

The Pike County Pirates faced off against Hampton High School Friday night at 7:30 p.m.

Real time scoring from the game was provided by Marla Thomason and Rachel McDaniel. [Full story »]

Sensory fall festival this Saturday

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Wednesday, November 5. 2014

For the second year, the Pike County Navigator Team and Children of the Promise will host the Sensory Fall Festival from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8 for children with special needs. The event is free for children with special needs and their families and friends and will be held at Pike County Assembly of God on Highway 19 south. [Full story »]

Molena discusses police department

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Tuesday, November 4. 2014

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By Dwain W. Penn

Within five minutes of adjourning a workshop about the city’s pavilion, the Molena City Council called another special called meeting to order. Attorney Virgil

Brown spoke on behalf of his client, Jim Roberts. [Full story »]

Candler Field Veterans Day event takes off Nov. 8

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Sunday, November 2. 2014

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The Candler Field Museum in Williamson will present its 8th annual Veterans Day Celebration Saturday, Nov. 8. [Full story »]

Zebulon PD chief resigns

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Tuesday, October 28. 2014

Zebulon police chief Chuck Ledbetter resigned recently; city council members approved the resignation at a special called meeting Oct. 23. Council appointed Maj. Jonathan Hemphill as interim police chief until further action is taken by council. [Full story »]

Molena Turkey Fest this Saturday

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Tuesday, October 28. 2014

The Molena Turkey Fest is getting a fresh start as the city celebrates its history by adding ‘turkey’ into the festival’s title. The event is set for Saturday, Nov. 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will include food vendors selling turkey, arts and crafts booths, inflatables, face painting and new events such as the Cruise In for antique and show cars. [Full story »]