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Entries from May 2016

Community-Wide Sunrise Service in Honor of Steve Andrews

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Tuesday, May 31. 2016

A community-wide sunrise service will be held at Rainbow Ranch, the home of Steve Andrews, on Sunday, June 5 at 8 a.m. Pastor Allen Newman of Calvary Baptist Church will lead the service. Those who are younger and more mobile are requested to park toward the back in order to allow closer parking to the service area for those less mobile. For more information please contact Pastor Allen Newman at 770-358-1208.

Public Notices 05-31-16

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Tuesday, May 31. 2016

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Seven hurt, one lifeflighted after Hwy. 36 crash

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Monday, May 30. 2016

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A Memorial Day crash on Hwy. 36 at its dangerous intersection with Liberty Hill Road sent seven people to the hospital, including one lifeflighted to an Atlanta trauma center. [Full Story »]

A preview of the 5.31.16 edition of The Herald Gazette

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Monday, May 30. 2016

Cordiality:
Adams, Milam promise to work together for smooth transition in District Attorney's office.

Big day:
Seniors, parents, grandparents, friends exult as Class of 2016 graduates.

Guest chaplain:
Dr. Benny Tate of Rock Springs Church leads morning prayer in United States Senate chambers.

Promoted:
Jessica Farr chosen by board to serve as president of the Barnesville-Lamar County Chamber of Commerce.

Tinn Mann:
Barnesville's 'backroads rapper' Devin Goddard signs recording contract with Nashville studio.

They're done!

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Monday, May 30. 2016

Under a bonnie blue sky, a standing room only crowd looked on at Trojan Field Saturday morning as the seniors of the Class of 2016 at Lamar County High School received their diplomas.

All access image slideshow inside. [Full Story »]

Lizzie Gaynell Anderson

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Monday, May 30. 2016

Ms. Lizzie Gaynell Anderson, 65 of 34 Jackson Street Barnesville, GA passed on Saturday in the Brightmoor Nursing Home. [Full Story »]

Rosalyn B. Brown

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Monday, May 30. 2016

Ms. Rosalyn B. Brown, 46, of 108 B . Street Apt .B transitioned on Saturday May 14th at her residence. [Full Story »]

Hattie Maude Smith

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Monday, May 30. 2016

Mrs. Hattie Maude Smith 77, of 115 12th Street transitioned on Thursday May 19th in the Eternal Hope Hospice in Griffin, GA. [Full Story »]

Historic homes to be showcased on Ga. Trust expedition

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Monday, May 30. 2016

Locals who want to tour 11 historic homes with the Georgia Trust Expedition: Buggy Through Barnesville on Saturday, June 11 may register online or the morning of the event for $25. The ticket will not include lunch or the closing reception which Trust members and guests will buy for $50-60.

The event is expected to bring 175-350 guests to town, most who are interested in the community’s historic resources. [Full Story »]

Sen. Isakson on Memorial Day

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Walter Geiger

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Sunday, May 29. 2016

By Sen. Johnny Isakson

“We would not be where we are today had it not been for veterans who died on the battlefield so we could have free speech, democracy in government, and so our people could peacefully decide whom their leaders were and leave it up to us to lead the country.

“I want to put a personal face on Memorial Day for just a moment.

“First, I wish to talk about a guy named Tommy Nguyen. Tommy Nguyen is my legislative staffer on military affairs information. He volunteered for the U.S. Army Guard. He went to Fort Benning, GA, and graduated No. 1 in his class. You know what that means at Fort Benning. Right now he is deployed in Afghanistan and has been deployed for the past 5 months. [Full Story »]

Three killed in wrong way crash on I-75

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Sunday, May 29. 2016

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Three people, including a seven-year-old girl, were killed early Sunday in a crash on I-75. [Full Story »]

African-American WW I soldiers to be honored

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Friday, May 27. 2016

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World War I saw men and women across the United States enlist for military service to fight in “the war to end all wars.” The “Doughboys” headed overseas, most for the first time in their lives, and even though America’s involvement in World War I was relatively short, thousands of young men died as a direct result of their military service either from disease, accident or combat.
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Barnesville to begin flushing, testing hydrants

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Friday, May 27. 2016

Barnesville public works personnel will begin hydrant flushing and testing operations June 1. Testing will be done from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. on weekdays. Flow data will be collected.

That data allows the city to maintain the best insurance rating possible for fire protection.

"This process is necessary to ensure properly functioning hydrants and water flow in the case of an emergency," city manager Kenny Roberts said.

The downside to the testing is water users may experience discolored water. This results from iron oxide that has accumulated in the distribution system.

"The city will make every effort to minimize inconveniences to our customers," Roberts added.

If you experience discoloration of your water, clear the pipes by running all water outlets, including your washing machine, for a few minutes until it is clear.

If the discoloration persists for more than 24 hours, call city hall at 770-358-0181 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. If after hours service is needed, call the fire department line at 770-358-1246.

Seleb, Ctibor to lead Class of 2016 at commencement Saturday

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Thursday, May 26. 2016

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By Walter Geiger

Valedictorian Ben Seleb and salutatorian Elizabeth Ctibor will lead the Lamar County High School Class of 2016 through graduation exercises Saturday morning at Trojan Field.

Approximately 170 seniors will receive diplomas during the ceremony that begins at 9 a.m. In addition to Seleb and Ctibor, other students, board members, central office and high school staff and superintendent Dr. Jute Wilson will take part in the ceremony.

So far, the forecast for Saturday is perfect but Dr. Wilson and his staff are watching the weather for Saturday morning. Inclement weather would require moving graduation to the Fine Arts Center and limiting each senior to three or four tickets. [Full Story »]

William Donald Rowell

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Thursday, May 26. 2016

Mr. William Donald Rowell, age 59, of McDonough formerly of Barnesville, passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2016, at Eternal Hope Hospice in Griffin. He was born July 25, 1956 in Atlanta, GA, son of Grace Hammond Rowell of McDonough, and the late William A. Rowell. He formerly worked as a welder and fabricator. Mr. Rowell loved fishing, hunting, and drag racing. [Full Story »]