RSS Feed
Email Alerts
Facebook
The Banks County Board of Commissioners is seeking a grant to fund an addition to the senior citizen’s center.
The BOC agreed at the Feb. 23 meeting to apply for a Community Development Block Grant from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs for the project.
“The BOC has found that, due to considerable growth, the Banks County Senior Center building is not of adequate size to serve the senior citizens,” a resolution approved by the BOC states. “It has been determined that expansion and additions to the current Banks County Senior Center building would create a better environment for the senior citizens.”
The BOC agreed for Rick Larosa with R Design Work to handle the architectural services need for the project. The contract was approved pending review by the county attorney.
In other business at the Feb. 23 meeting, the BOC:
•approved proceeding with the Webbs Creek Road water line project, which will cost $88,594 and be funded with revenue from the 2012 special purpose local option sales tax.
•agreed to purchase a tractor and loader for the recreation department. This will also be funded with 2012 SPLOST revenue.
•updated and approved the guidelines for the catastrophic water loss insurance program.
Entries from February 2016
Moments of light in times of darkness
BY ANGELA GARY
My sister, Amanda, and I were in the ICU waiting room where we had been for several days. Beyond exhausted and worried about our father, it was a dark time for both of us. The doors opened and two smiling ladies came into the waiting room with a gorgeous yellow Lab. It was Harley, the therapy dog, who visits the hospital on Thursdays to cheer up patients.
Amanda asked if Harley could go into Dad’s ICU room and, in just a few minutes, we went into the room where Dad was on a respirator and had many tubes in him, keeping him alive. He hadn’t spoken much since his major heart surgery and was suffering from failing kidneys and lungs but as soon as Harley came in, he smiled and reached out to pet the sweet dog. [Full Story »]
My sister, Amanda, and I were in the ICU waiting room where we had been for several days. Beyond exhausted and worried about our father, it was a dark time for both of us. The doors opened and two smiling ladies came into the waiting room with a gorgeous yellow Lab. It was Harley, the therapy dog, who visits the hospital on Thursdays to cheer up patients.
Amanda asked if Harley could go into Dad’s ICU room and, in just a few minutes, we went into the room where Dad was on a respirator and had many tubes in him, keeping him alive. He hadn’t spoken much since his major heart surgery and was suffering from failing kidneys and lungs but as soon as Harley came in, he smiled and reached out to pet the sweet dog. [Full Story »]
Lula Belle Morris (02-22-16)
Posted by
MainStreetNewsObits
in Obituaries
Tuesday, February 23. 2016
GAINESVILLE - Lula Belle Morris, 84, died Monday, February 22, 2016, at Morningside Assisted Living. Ms. Morris was born in Maysville, the daughter of the late William Bealor (W.B.) and Jesse Sophronia Brewer Morris. She lived most of her life in Banks County, but for the past three years had lived at Morningside Assisted Living in Gainesville. ... [Full Story »]
Former Banks County jailer arrested
A former Banks County Sheriff's Office Deputy jailer has been arrested.
Jason Nathaniel Layfield, 32, of Maysville, was charged with misdemeanor simple assault and misdemeanor simple battery.
The charges stemmed from two separate events occurring between January 13 and 14, 2016 at the Banks County Jail.
On January 19, Banks County Sheriff Carlton Speed requested the GBI Athens office to investigate the incidents. Layfield was terminated during the criminal investigation. He had been employed since June of 2011.
The facts of the investigation were presented to the Piedmont Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office and warrants were obtained. Layfield turned himself into the Banks County Sheriff’s Office without incident.
Jason Nathaniel Layfield, 32, of Maysville, was charged with misdemeanor simple assault and misdemeanor simple battery.
The charges stemmed from two separate events occurring between January 13 and 14, 2016 at the Banks County Jail.
On January 19, Banks County Sheriff Carlton Speed requested the GBI Athens office to investigate the incidents. Layfield was terminated during the criminal investigation. He had been employed since June of 2011.
The facts of the investigation were presented to the Piedmont Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office and warrants were obtained. Layfield turned himself into the Banks County Sheriff’s Office without incident.
Logan Pethel and Landon Pethel (02-09-16)
Posted by
MainStreetNewsObits
in Obituaries
Thursday, February 18. 2016
MAYSVILLE - Logan Thomas Pethel and Landon Joseph Pethel, infant sons of T.J. and Tiffany Pethel, of Maysville, passed away. Logan and Landon were born in Gainesville on Tuesday, February 9, 2016. Logan and Landon were preceded in death by their grandfather, Tommy Pethel; great grandfather, Jerry B. Smallwood; and great-grandmother, Carolyn ... [Full Story »]
Logan Pethel and Landon Pethel
Posted by
MainStreetNewsObits
in Obituaries
Thursday, February 18. 2016
MAYSVILLE - Logan Thomas Pethel and Landon Joseph Pethel, infant sons of TJ and Tiffany Pethel of Maysville, passed away. Logan and Landon were born in Gainesville on Tuesday, February 9, 2016. Logan and Landon were preceded in death by their grandfather, Tommy Pethel; great-grandfather, Jerry B. Smallwood; and great -grandmother, Carolyn ... [Full Story »]
Leopards take fourth in Class AAA
Posted by
MainStreetNewsSports
in Sports
Wednesday, February 17. 2016
Banks County qualified two wrestlers in the AAA finals, leading Leopards to a top-10 finish to polish off one of its strongest seasons in program history. The Leopards — after failing to qualify for the state duals in January — placed fourth in the Class AAA state meet on the strength of runner-up finishes from Chris McCrackin (138) and ... [Full Story »]
Lula continues land acquisition talks
The Lula City Council continues working to acquire property.
The council met, with attorney Blake Poole, in closed session for 30 minutes Monday night to discuss land acquisition.
When the meeting was re-opened to the public, Mayor Milton Turner said no decision was made and the council would meet again in a special called meeting at 9 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 19.
The council held special called meetings on Feb. 1 and Feb. 2 to meet in closed session to discuss land acquisition.
Following the Feb. 2 meeting, Mayor Turner stated the council had agreed by consensus to make an offer on an unspecified piece of property.
Turner said details of all negotiations would be released when the negotiations are concluded.
The council met, with attorney Blake Poole, in closed session for 30 minutes Monday night to discuss land acquisition.
When the meeting was re-opened to the public, Mayor Milton Turner said no decision was made and the council would meet again in a special called meeting at 9 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 19.
The council held special called meetings on Feb. 1 and Feb. 2 to meet in closed session to discuss land acquisition.
Following the Feb. 2 meeting, Mayor Turner stated the council had agreed by consensus to make an offer on an unspecified piece of property.
Turner said details of all negotiations would be released when the negotiations are concluded.
5th annual Pet Contest planned
Newspaper subscriptions offered as prizes
The Banks County News is now accepting entries for the fifth annual pet contest.
There will be a first, second and third place winner. There will be only one category this year—for both cats and dogs. No other animals will be accepted. Also, do not submit photos with people in them—cats or dogs only. Be sure to include your name, the pet’s name and your mailing address.
The prizes will be:
•First place: A three-year subscription (or renewal) to one of the newspapers published by MainStreet Newspapers (a $75 value).
•Second place: A two year-subscription (or renewal) to one of the newspapers published by MainStreet Newspapers (a $50 value).
•Third place: A one year-subscription (or renewal) to one of the newspapers published by MainStreet Newspapers (a $25 value).
All first, second and third place winners will also be featured in an upcoming issue of The Banks County News.
Honorable mention pets may be selected, at the judge’s discretion. While there will be on prize for these awards, the pets selected will also be featured in an upcoming issue of The Banks County News.
Entries will be taken through Feb. 26. Winners will be announced in the March 2 issue.
Photos may be emailed to Angie@mainstreetnews.com or mailed to Angie Gary, MainStreet Newspapers Inc., P.O. Box 908, Jefferson, Ga., 30549. Entries may also be dropped off at The Banks County News office in downtown Homer.
The Banks County News is now accepting entries for the fifth annual pet contest.
There will be a first, second and third place winner. There will be only one category this year—for both cats and dogs. No other animals will be accepted. Also, do not submit photos with people in them—cats or dogs only. Be sure to include your name, the pet’s name and your mailing address.
The prizes will be:
•First place: A three-year subscription (or renewal) to one of the newspapers published by MainStreet Newspapers (a $75 value).
•Second place: A two year-subscription (or renewal) to one of the newspapers published by MainStreet Newspapers (a $50 value).
•Third place: A one year-subscription (or renewal) to one of the newspapers published by MainStreet Newspapers (a $25 value).
All first, second and third place winners will also be featured in an upcoming issue of The Banks County News.
Honorable mention pets may be selected, at the judge’s discretion. While there will be on prize for these awards, the pets selected will also be featured in an upcoming issue of The Banks County News.
Entries will be taken through Feb. 26. Winners will be announced in the March 2 issue.
Photos may be emailed to Angie@mainstreetnews.com or mailed to Angie Gary, MainStreet Newspapers Inc., P.O. Box 908, Jefferson, Ga., 30549. Entries may also be dropped off at The Banks County News office in downtown Homer.
Anna Marie Whiting (01-26-16)
Posted by
MainStreetNewsObits
in Obituaries
Monday, February 15. 2016
Anna Marie Whiting, 23, went home to be with the Lord on Jan. 26, 2016. Anna was the daughter of Eddie and Laurie Whiting, Jefferson; and John and Rhonda Shea, Ponce Inlet, Fla. Anna lived life to the fullest and was especially drawn to God’s awesome creation. Anna was adventurous. She loved hiking in the mountains and kayaking the waterways ... [Full Story »]
1 2 ►
Page 1 of 2, totaling 19 entries
Recent Comments