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Some new, some old on Holiday Tour of Homes

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Friday, December 6. 2013

Each home on this year’s Barnesville Women’s League Tour of Homes has its own charm, from features still evident after 100 years or so to the attractive innovations made by current owners. [Full Story »]

SCV holiday event is Sunday in Milner

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Tuesday, December 3. 2013

Kenny Roberts is Teacher of the Year

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Tuesday, November 26. 2013

By Sherri Ellington

Lamar County native, social studies teacher and high school basketball coach Kenny Roberts Jr. has been named the system Teacher of the Year. [Full Story »]

Woman with local ties survives typhoon

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Tuesday, November 19. 2013

By Sherri Ellington

After days of worry, Pam Henry of Barnesville knows her granddaughter Mary Olson, caught in Super Typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda in the Philippines, is safe. [Full Story »]

Paintball benefit upcoming

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Thursday, November 14. 2013

This event will benefit Service for Service. For more information, contact Jennifer Pritchett at Lamar County Magistrate Court who volunteers with Service for Service.

Two benefits for Gavin Lance upcoming

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Wednesday, November 13. 2013

By Sherri Ellington

A First Baptist Church Sportsman’s Bible Study turkey shoot set for Saturday, Nov. 16, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Ag Center Field on Roberta Drive is one of two upcoming benefits for Gavin Lance, who suffered a severe brain injury in a car accident in August. [Full Story »]

Vets feted on their day

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Monday, November 11. 2013

Multiple Veterans Day observances were on tap Monday throughout Barnesville-Lamar County. A large crowd was on hand for the tradition observance at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month at the Veterans Memorial in front of the library.

Slide show of images inside. [Full Story »]

Turkey shoot to benefit Gavin Lance

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Thursday, November 7. 2013

This event is set for Sat., Nov. 16 and is sponsored by First Baptist Church. For more information, call 770.358.2353.

Halloween a big hit in B'ville

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Thursday, October 31. 2013

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As expected the masquerading masses were out in force for trick-or-treating in Barnesville Thursday night as they always are. [Full Story »]

Expect College Dr. traffic delays due to construction

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Monday, October 28. 2013

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Construction is set to begin Monday, Nov. 4 on the College Drive crosswalk that links the Gordon State College Student Center and other buildings on the east side of campus with the Academic and Fine Arts buildings on the west side of campus. This is the main crosswalk near the center of campus. [Full Story »]

Health Dept. hosts Breast Cancer Awareness session

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Friday, October 25. 2013

The health department will host a Breast Cancer Awareness Reception Monday, Oct 28 from 2p.m-3p.m. Susan Roberts, a local breast cancer survivor, will be sharing her story.

"We invite everyone to come out to promote awareness and celebrate survival! We will also be offering breast exams throughout the day for those in need. Call the health department at 770.358.1481 to schedule an appointment," nurse manager Sherry Farr said.

Walking Dead liven up Milner

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Wednesday, October 23. 2013

By Kay S. Pedrotti

The “walker stalkers” camped out for hours in Milner city park finally were rewarded last week with appearances from some of the actors in “The Walking Dead,” an AMC-TV series filmed in Milner for about seven days. [Full Story »]

TWD cast members greet fans in Milner

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Wednesday, October 16. 2013

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At last, cast members from The Walking Dead emerged from their high security set in Milner to greet fans at Milner city park Wednesday. [Full Story »]