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New superintendent introduced
Dr. Ron Saunders will be celebrated at a March 26 roast in honor of his retirement as Superintendent of Barrow County Schools.
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Crime task force will target gangs and drugs
Barrow County doesn't have a gang problem at least not yet, says Barrow County Sheriff Jud Smith.
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School district stresses funding needs at Capitol
Barrow County Superintendent Dr. Ron Saunders, along with Assistant Superintendent of Business Services Ken Cato and Assistant Superintendent of Facilities Jake Grant, visited Atlanta last week to urge lawmakers to approve state spending on education.
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Grants target vulnerable hydrants
More than half a dozen water departments across Northeast Georgia requested grant money this year to protect their water lines from terrorists who might use fire hydrants to contaminate an entire town's water supply.
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Betty Stepp Glover
Betty Stepp Glover Betty Glover, 78, entered into rest on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010.
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District leader chosen
The Barrow County Board of Education on Tuesday named Wanda Creel, an associate superintendent from the Houston County School District, to the top administrative position in the 12,000-student district.
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Water authority to front sewer projects
Upgrade Cedar Creek line to a 24- inch line 5) Bankhead Highway gravity line Carl 6) Sandy Creek pump station Auburn 7) Bethlehem Sewer By LeAnne Akin news@barrowcountynews.com The Barrow County Water & Sewerage Authority will be fronting payments on county sewer projects as reserves allow in an effort to assist Barrow County in moving forward on ...
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Auburn looks long range
What happens in Auburn over the next 20 years is the subject of a community meeting on Thursday, Feb.
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Deputies say man hit his friend over dog
Barrow County sheriff's deputies are looking for a 36-year-old Auburn man who allegedly attacked his friend with a rake, according to a Barrow County sheriff's report.
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Valentine's Day: Local restaurants offer specials
The following special dinners are planned for Valentine's weekend: Mario's Restaurant: Dinner and entertainment.
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Auburn says yes to canine cop program
It looks like the Auburn Police Department will be getting a new officer - one with four legs.
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Possible supers narrowed to four
The Barrow County Board of Education this week narrowed its search for a school superintendent to replace longtime system leader Ron Saunders to four candidates.
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Top programs from across the country pursuing Ray Drew
Top junior defensive end Ray Drew has recently been offered by recruiting powers USC, LSU and Notre Dame, ESPN affiliate Web site IrishSportsDaily.com reports.
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Chamber honors Larry Jones as Shining Star
The 63rd annual meeting and celebration of the Barrow County Chamber of Commerce found a past chairman, Larry T. Jones, being honored as the 2010 Shining Star.
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Barrow chamber to host State of Cities lunch
The mayors of Winder, Statham, Braselton and Auburn are scheduled to give presentations today at a "State of the Cities" luncheon the Barrow County Chamber of Commerce is hosting.
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There are better days ahead'
The Barrow County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual State of the Cities luncheon on Tuesday, giving mayors from Barrow County's towns and cities a chance to reflect on the past year and look toward the future.
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Memo to Sonny Perdue regarding Sunday Sales: the people are trying to tell you something
Our incredible shrinking Governor, Sonny Perdue , continues to maintain his staunch opposition to any Sunday Sales legislation.
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Jurors acquit man in prom party death
A jury acquitted a man today of reckless conduct in connection to the death of a Barrow County high school student in 2007 who died after drinking at a post-prom party.
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Benton, England backing Ralston for state speaker
Two Athens-area lawmakers will put their prestige and influence on the line Monday when they seek to oust one of the most powerful and controversial politicians in the state.
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Reserve Feb. 6 Chamber dinner tickets
The Barrow County Chamber of Commerce 63rd annual dinner and awards celebration will be held Feb.
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