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Pipeline proposal not presented

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Wednesday, March 10. 2010

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The details of a proposed natural gas line to run from Lamar County to the northern part of Pike County were not shared at Wednesday’s board of commission meeting. [Full story »]

Couple charged with 'imprisoning' kids ages 1 and 3

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Tuesday, March 9. 2010

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(From Captain Tony Ranieri, Spalding Co. S.O.)

A Griffin couple has been arrested and charged with False Imprisonment and Cruelty to Children according to Sheriff Stewart. Stewart said that officers were called to a residence on Highfalls Road to check the welfare of kids that were left home alone. [Full story »]

Which films, actors, actresses get your vote?

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Saturday, March 6. 2010

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The Academy Awards will be presented Sunday night.

What is your opinion on which film, actors and/or actresses should win?

Or, do you care? [Full story »]

Braley died lonely but well-funded

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Friday, March 5. 2010

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When he hung himself on Georgia's death row early on New Year's Day, Leeland Mark Braley had not had a visitor who was not an attorney in two and a half years.

Braley was not forgotten, however. His inmate account was kept flush with cash in the years since his conviction on Aug. 9, 1999 for the brutal murder of Zebulon insurance agent Kelli Hammond. [Full story »]

Bridge closed on Caldwell Bridge Road

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Friday, March 5. 2010

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The Georgia Department of Transportation has deemed the bridge over Birch Creek on Caldwell Bridge Road in need of repair and it will be closed until further notice. The bridge must undergo structural repairs before it is re-opened. [Full story »]

Braley death confirmed as suicide

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Wednesday, March 3. 2010

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Leeland Mark Braley's death has been confirmed as a suicide. GBI spokesman John Bankhead said autopsy results finalized last week indicted Braley died of cervical suspension consistent with suicide by hanging.

However, reports alleging Braley was murdered continue to turn up. [Full story »]

Expect Hwy. 18 delays this week

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Sunday, February 28. 2010

The westbound lane of Highway 18 through Pike and Lamar counties will be closed Monday, March 1 through Friday, March 5 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. [Full story »]

Scott John, principal at Pike County Middle School, named high school principal finalist

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Friday, February 26. 2010

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The Griffin-Spalding County School System announced Thursday three finalists for the position of principal at Griffin High School. [Full story »]

Protesters call for tighter budget

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Tuesday, February 23. 2010

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Around 50 protesters stood around the courthouse square Tuesday night before the Pike County commission meeting, holding signs with messages like "Listen to us or leave", "Wanted: Responsible Government", and "Use Taxes Wisely." [Full story »]

Protest planned for Tuesday

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Monday, February 22. 2010

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Citizens met Saturday in the Pike County High School cafeteria to make final plans for a protest to be held on the courthouse square just before Tuesday's board of commissioners meeting. The protest will be held at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday on the north side of the square near the commissioners building. [Full story »]

Schools reduce teacher pay

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Sunday, February 21. 2010

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The Pike County board of education passed a budget amendment resolution by a vote of 4-2 at the Feb. 9 meeting. The resolution will reduce teacher pay for the remainder of the school year, extending state budget cuts from earlier in the year. Lori Ann Turner, Roger Green, John L. Wynn Sr. and April Byrd voted for the resolution while Dr. William Bell and Fred Blackmon voted against it.

Members of the BOE discussed a policy for cutting teacher jobs if funds from the state are reduced again next year. No action was taken to cut any teacher jobs. [Full story »]

Pirates, Lady Pirates eliminated

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Friday, February 19. 2010

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The Pike Pirates and Lady Pirates fell a combined total of five points short of advancing in the Region 5AA basketball tournament here Thursday.

First round games were played at the PCHS gym. [Full story »]

Health fair set for Friday

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Sherri Ellington

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Thursday, February 18. 2010

The annual Pike County Health Fair sponsored by the Pike County Extension and Farm Bureau is set for Friday, Feb. 19. As usual, the annual event will be held at the high school from 7-11 a.m. [Full story »]

Deputy Boyt to help in Haiti

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Sunday, February 14. 2010

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By Greg Parrott

Deputy Jeffrey Boyt is planning a trip to Haiti this month to assist in ongoing relief efforts from the Jan. 12 earthquake. He will be joined in his efforts by longtime family friend Daryl Clark of Thomaston. [Full story »]

Snow's done; roads should improve rapidly

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Saturday, February 13. 2010

The snow ended overnight but not before dumping three to five inches in Pike and surrounding counties.

Roads that froze overnight Friday leading to multiple minor accidents were thawing fast Saturday morning. Pike sheriff Jimmy Thomas reported no major incidents here.
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