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Here’s the designed plan for the roundabout. MARK ENGEL/STAFF

Here’s the designed plan for the roundabout. MARK ENGEL/STAFF

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Here’s the roundabout: Design revealed for planned traffic circle

Mark Engel
Thursday, September 29, 2022
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has just posted an official design for the much discussed and frequently feared roundabout to be constructed at the intersection of Highway 44/Lake Oconee Parkway and Linger Longer Road.
LOA CEO Otho Tucker (left) talks with LOA Board Vice Chairman Michael Tompkins (right) at the LOA Board of Governors meeting in June. MARK ENGEL/Staff

LOA CEO Otho Tucker (left) talks with LOA Board Vice Chairman Michael Tompkins (right) at the LOA Board of Governors meeting in June. MARK ENGEL/Staff

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School system alleges LOA has violated its charter

Mark Engel
Thursday, September 29, 2022
The Lake Oconee Academy Board of Governors Wednesday responded to a Sept. 9 letter from Greene County School Superintendent Dr. Chris Houston that accused the district’s charter school of violating the terms of their charter agreement.
Greene County BOE chair Michael Lynch. (File Photo/Lake Oconee News)

Greene County BOE chair Michael Lynch. (File Photo/Lake Oconee News)

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BOE presents information, seeks renewal of ESPLOST

Maureen Stratton
Thursday, September 29, 2022
Fresh on the heels of the recent Greene County Board of Education’s monthly meeting, Board Chair Michael Lynch spoke to a large group of residents at Del Webb.
Angela Ross

Angela Ross

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Angela Ross runs for vacant Greensboro council seat

Maureen Stratton
Thursday, September 22, 2022
Angela Ross, 54, a lifelong Greensboro resident, is on the ballot for City Council’s open seat left by Tony Rowland’s sudden departure. Ross is new to entering city politics but feels uniquely qualified to be voted in by the residents of Greene County this November.
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Council sets budget; hears economic development report

Maureen Stratton
Thursday, September 22, 2022
The city of Greensboro approved a new millage rate at this week’s city council meeting. A new millage rate of 5.723 was approved and reflects a decrease of .017 mills from last year’s rate of 5.74, according to City Manager Larry Postell. Council also approved a $13.
The new Pro_le Products manufacturing plant in Monticello will produce wood-based erosion control technologies and horticulture substrates. CONTRIBUTED

The new Pro_le Products manufacturing plant in Monticello will produce wood-based erosion control technologies and horticulture substrates. CONTRIBUTED

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80 new jobs coming to Monticello

Staff Reports
Thursday, September 22, 2022
Governor Brian Kemp announced Sept. 15, that Profile Products, a global agriscience technology manufacturer, will invest nearly $35 million in launching a facility in Monticello that will provide 80 new jobs to Georgians. Based in Buffalo Grove, Ill.
Paramedics in Ukraine (with faces blurred to provide anonymity) pose with medical supplies sent by Lake Country Medical Aid for Ukraine (LCMAU). CONTRIBUTED

Paramedics in Ukraine (with faces blurred to provide anonymity) pose with medical supplies sent by Lake Country Medical Aid for Ukraine (LCMAU). CONTRIBUTED

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LCMAU continues to aid war-torn Ukraine

Staff Reports
Thursday, September 22, 2022
Lake Country Medical Aid for Ukraine (LCMAU) has spearheaded fundraising efforts and raised more than $157,000 through generous donor contributions. But the need continues for financial support to replace dwindling medical supplies and services throughout the war-torn country.
GWM presenter Sheryl McCollum and Putnam County Sheriff Howard Sills share a love of solving difficult cases and crimes. CONTRIBUTED

GWM presenter Sheryl McCollum and Putnam County Sheriff Howard Sills share a love of solving difficult cases and crimes. CONTRIBUTED

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Georgia Writers Museum presents Crime & Wine event

Staff Reports
Thursday, September 22, 2022
There is no more exciting “whodunit” than a cold case. It is generally a puzzle that many have tried to solve only to come up short. Cold cases test intuition, logic, and plain old common sense.
Old Grocery by Chris Cook. Cook will have works featuring familiar locations with a minimalist presentation of simple lines and striking colors. CONTRIBUTED

Old Grocery by Chris Cook. Cook will have works featuring familiar locations with a minimalist presentation of simple lines and striking colors. CONTRIBUTED

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Artist Cook to be featured at MAGallery Places & Faces

Staff Reports
Thursday, September 22, 2022
Madison Artists Guild Gallery is excited to announce local artist and graphic designer Chris Cook as its next special exhibitions artist in an exciting show titled Places & Faces. The opening reception with live musical entertainment will be on Friday, Sept. 23 from 6-8 p.m.
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