June 26, 2008 RSS feed / News

New state contractor licensing requirements go into effect July 1

Governor Sonny Perdue signed the Licensing of General Contractors Bill, Senate Bill 115. Senate Bill 115 amends Chapter 41 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to residential and general contractors. More...

Cadden is guest speaker at CCLC meeting June 19

The Concerned Citizens of Lincoln County met June 19 at the public library at 6:30 p.m. President Al Bean opened the meeting. Vice President Linda Burns welcomed the members and visitors. Wade Johnson gave the invocation. More...

Christian women's luncheon to be held at Tara CC July 9

Dolls on Parade is the theme of the next Savannah River Christian Women's Connection luncheon on Wednesday, July 9th at Tara Country Club. Bring your favorite doll with you so you can share wonderful memory stories around your tables. More...

Liberty on the Lake

Liberty on the Lake will host its 21st Annual Freedom Fireworks Spectacular to benefit Augusta Care Pregnancy Center and the unborn on Saturday, July 5, 2008 at Little River Marina and Family Resort in Appling. More...

Consumers get answers from Georgia Dept. of Agriculture

Consumer Questions are prepared by the Georgia Department of Agriculture, Office of Public Affairs Tommy Irvin, Commissioner. Call Consumer Q's Hotline at 1-800-282- 5852. More...

State's statistical register goes on line

Curious about how many votes George Busbee received when he ran for governor in 1974? Wondering how many times Mickey Mouse has been written in as a candidate for office? More...

Camera reveals new organism well

His drinking water smelled like old bait-shrimp, and the Putnam County homeowner wanted Keith Fielder, the local University of Georgia Cooperative Extension agent, to tell him why. More...

BULLY ROOTS

Grass and other weeds' root systems are more aggressive than tomato plants' root systems, say experts with the University of Georgia Extension Service. They will cause great stress in your garden. More...

Safety tips provided for taking your pet on the road

Vacation season is underway and many dogs and cats will be joining their owners for a summer getaway. Although car trips can be stressful for many household pets, experts agree that they do not have to be if drivers take some simple precautions. More...

Absentee ballot applications available

The Lincoln County Board of Elections and Registration is currently accepting applications for absentee ballots from those who will be unable to make it to the polls on Tuesday, July 15, to vote in the General Primary. More...

Dogfighters and spectators can be prosecuted under new state law

Local residents are reminded that dog fighting is now a felony in Georgia. "Dog fighting is an activity that we will not tolerate here in Georgia," said Governor Sonny Perdue. More...

Two more days to qualify for seat on board

Lincoln County residents are reminded that they have two more days to qualify to run for nonpartisan offices in the November 4 General/Nonpartisan Election. More...

MCG hosts Exploring MS

Multiple sclerosis is a disease that affects the brain, nerves, and spinal cord of approximately 350,000 Americans in their twenties and thirties. Some individuals may be mildly affected while others lose their ability to write, speak, or walk. More...

Two nationwide check scams undercovered by revenue dept.

The Georgia Department of Revenue has uncovered two nationwide check scams that involve fake DOR checks and incorrect banking information. More...

Debate Booster Club looking for donations

Lincoln County High School students T.J. Carani, Amy Dandron, Sara Herring, Abigail Minor, and Nicklas Spens qualified for the National Speech Tournament in Las Vegas, Nevada, held June 16-20. More...

Tips offered to help elderly stay cool in extreme heat

The Georgia Department of Human Resources Division of Aging Services is offering tips to help older adults stay cool and avoid heat-related illnesses like heat stroke and heat exhaustion. More...

TEND TO BERRIES

After harvesting your strawberries, remove excess runners and any unhealthy crowns, say experts with the University of Georgia Extension Service. More...

Fishing at Cox Farm

A fishing tournament for kids up to age 16 was held at the Cox Farm on Saturday, June 14, 2008. Thirty kids participated in the tournament and 68 fish were caught. More...

TIP DIE-BACK

Tip die-back of redbud (Cercis canadensis) may be caused by saturated soil, say experts with the University of Georgia Extension Service. Redbuds are very intolerant of "wet feet" caused by prolonged wet soil and high humidity. More...

Bt FOR WORMS

Continue to use Bacillus thuringiensis for caterpillar pests such as imported cabbageworm, say experts with the University of Georgia Extension Service. Follow the directions on the label. More...

EASY PROPAGATING

Many plants are easily propagated by layering, say experts with the University of Georgia Extension Service. More...

Farmers may sign up for CDP at FSA office

USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Teresa Lasseter announced that eligible farmers who suffered quality losses to their crops in recent years can enroll now in the Crop Disaster Program 2005-2007 (CDP) at local FSA service centers. More...

Remsen to seek re-election to District 2 seat

Gail Remsen has announced her intention to seek re-election to the District 2 seat on the Lincoln County Board of Education. More...