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| Four Legged Love From Opie (6/6/2012)
ADOPTED
The following pet is looking for a home to fill with laughter and love.
OPIE -
Hi, I am Opie. I am a beautiful brown and white male adult lab mix. I am a really awesome dog. I am calm, crate and house trained and I like cats, kids, and other dogs. Like everyone here at the Ranch, I am happy,... more |  | | Renasant Bank is Fundraising in June for Habitat for Humanity of Pickens County (6/6/2012)
Bird House Raffle on June 29th
Renasant Bank kicked off their June fundraising for Habitat for Humanity of Pickens County. This year Habitat for Humanity is celebrating their 10th year anniversary in Pickens County. During this time HFHPC has helped 14 families achieve their dream of owning a home. This organization has been able... more |  | | The Pickens Report (6/1/2012)
As we close out the month of May, we have been blessed with some rain showers around the county that were needed badly. In my travels around our county, I am always amazed at the outstanding gardens I see and the many wonderful citizens we have who have that magical “green thumb” which enables them... more |  | | FAMILY BENEFITS WHEN YOU PARTICIPATE IN NATIONAL FISHING AND BOATING WEEK (5/31/2012)
TWO FREE FISHING DAYS on Saturday, June 2 and Saturday, June 9, 2012
SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga-- The Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation declare boating and fishing as unmatched leisure activities that help make a true connection with family, friends and the natural environment. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division encourages peop... more | | New Education Benefit for Unemployed Veterans Has Strong Response (5/31/2012)
VA Outreach for Veterans Retraining Assistance Program Garners Over 12,000 Applicants since May 15
(WASHINGTON) – Within two weeks of being announced, a program to give skills training to some unemployed Veterans has garnered over 12,000 online applications, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs.
“VA is committed to supporting Veterans as they seek employment. This initiative wil... more | | STASH YOUR TRASH TO PREVENT BEAR ENCOUNTERS - Birdseed, Pet Food Also Among Top 3 Non-natural Food Sources for Bears (5/31/2012)
SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga -- Add “Bear-proof the garbage” to your spring cleaning list. It’s one of the first and most important things you can do to resolve human-bear conflicts.
Easily accessible garbage is irresistible to a hungry black bear.
Unfortunately, it’s also a major threat to its survival. B... more |  | | Big Canoe HOA to host Forum For Pickens Candidates (5/30/2012)
June 16th from 2 to 4 p.m.
... |  | | Four Legged Love From Shay (5/30/2012)
ADOPTED
The following pet is looking for a home to fill with laughter and love.
SHAY -
Hi, I am Shay, a female Beagle. I am beautiful with red spots on my white coat. I like cats, kids, and car rides. I am playful but not hyper. I am about eighteen months old. Like everyone here at the Ranch, I ... more |  | | David Leister Qualifies for Pickens County Tax Commissioner Seat (5/29/2012)
I, David Leister, would like to announce that I am seeking the Pickens County Tax Commissioner Seat. As the lone Republican, I am running unopposed on the ballot for the July primary. In November I will be challenged by Sharon Troglin, the incumbent, who has always run as an independent.
The cit... more |  | | Post Office Temporarily Bans Overseas Shipping of Devices with Lithium Batteries (5/29/2012)
Starting May 16, 2012, the U.S. Post Office will stop international shipping of lithium batteries and devices containing lithium batteries because they are a fire hazard. Many electronic devices, such as cell phones and cameras, use these types of batteries.
The ban includes international shippin... more | | CASTING FOR AMERICA’S SUPERNANNY (5/26/2012)
Deadline to apply is Friday, June 1, 2012.
AMERICA'S SUPERNANNY is looking for families that could benefit from the help of child/teen expert, DEBORAH TILLMAN. She’s founded and currently runs 3 successful full-time daycare centers in Virginia where she’s worked with children & teens for years; she regularly presents workshops on childcare ... more |  | | Pickens County Qualifying Results (5/25/2012)
Qualifying for 2012 elections was held from May 23-25, 2012 and below is a list of qualified candidates.
Chairman of Commissioners
Robert Jones
Wesley Weaver
Commissioner, District 1
Jerry Barnes
Marty Callahan
Bart Connelly
Stanley Morris
Stephen Giambla
Sally Sue Bradle... more | | Pickens Tea Party Host Town Hall Meeting Featuring Candidates on Tuesday, June 26th (5/25/2012)
Spotlight on Candidates for District Attorney for the Appalachian District Circuit
At the June meeting of Pickens County GA Tea Party, we will continue our Town Hall format, inviting more announced candidates running for local offices to address our members. This week we are introducing candidates for the elected office of District Attorney for the Appalachian District Circuit, w... more |  | | Summer, Kids and Snakes! (5/25/2012)
In just a few weeks most public schools will be out for the summer. I can still remember the childhood excitement for adventure, and trouble. As Summer begins this is a great time to review what venomous snakes are in your back yard and how to identify them. If you have children teaching them h... more |  | | Ken Scott, Magician Extraordinaire at Pickens County Library on May 31st (5/24/2012)
Calling all kids! Join us on Thursday, May 31st at 10:30 a.m. when our favorite magician, Ken Scott, kicks off our Summer Reading Club with his world famous show. In addition to being a terrific entertainer, Ken’s also great at showing children how reading can be fun. This program is sponsored by th... more |  | |
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