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The old grads will be back for homecoming this week but one, Brandon English, was here for last week's game. A former Trojan wide receiver, English, Class of 1991, wore his high school jersey to the game. English, who now lives in Canton, won the 40-44 age group in the Buggython 5K the following morning with a time of 28:50.4. (Photo: Walter Geiger)

It's homecoming week; parade is today

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Walter Geiger

Thursday, September 21. 2017

It's homecoming week at LCHS with events ongoing throughout the week. The annual homecoming parade will wind through downtown Barnesville this afternoon at about 4:30 p.m.

The 2017 homecoming queen will be crowned during halftime festivities during Friday’s matchup with Morgan County. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. at Trojan Field.

Seniors on the homecoming court are Ashley Haddock, Alyssa Maisonet, Ja’Kyra Shannon, Kevoni Summers and Cheyenne Wyatt.

The court is rounded out by underclass representatives including junior Kamya Foster, sophomore Hope Stone, and freshman Faith Branham.

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GSC search committee sets input forums today, tomorrow

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Walter Geiger

Thursday, September 21. 2017

The committee designated to search for and screen applicants to fill the presidency at Gordon State College will hold two public sessions this week to get input from the public.

Citizens are encouraged to attend and offer insight on qualities they would like to see in the next president and expectations for the person filling the vacancy.

Hour-long sessions are set for Sept. 21 at 4:30 p.m. and Sept. 22 at 8:30 a.m. in room 123 of the nursing building.

Current president Dr. Max Burns will retire at the end of the year.

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Updated: Tax bills go out; due Nov. 15

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Walter Geiger

Tuesday, September 19. 2017

Updated: 1 day ago

Lamar County property owners should have received their tax bills by mail last week. Local government anticipates income from tax payments in the amount of $13,224,888.54.

Lamar County tax commissioner Andrea Anthony reported her office mailed 10,230 bills. Taxes are due Nov. 15.

After that date, delinquent taxpayers will be charged interest in the amount of five percent every 120 days with a cap of 20%. Properties on which taxes have not been paid by March 9, 2018 will be subject to fi fa liens and sold at public outcry on the courthouse square.

The final millage rate increase was almost non-consequential. A person with a $100,000 property on which the assessment has remained the same will pay 12 cents more than last year.

NOTE: This story in the 9.20.17 print edition of The Herald Gazette has an error on the date taxes are due. Nov. 15 is the correct due date. The Herald Gazette regrets the error.

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15 minute chicken and veggies

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Walter Geiger

Sunday, September 3. 2017

2 medium chicken breasts, chopped
1 cup bell pepper, chopped (any colors you like)
½ onion, chopped
1 zucchini, chopped
1 cup broccoli florets
½ cup tomatoes, chopped or plum/grape
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 500 degree F.
Chop all the veggies into large pieces. In another cutting board chop the chicken into cubes.
Place the chicken and veggies in a medium roasting dish or sheet pan. Add the olive oil, salt and pepper, italian seasoning, and paprika. Toss to combine.
Bake for 15 minutes or until the veggies are charred and chicken is cooked. Enjoy with rice, pasta, or a salad.

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