September 17, 2009 RSS feed / Front Page

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Banks, McKellar, Burgess attend governor's conference on tourism

Lincoln County was well represented at the 2009 Governor's Conference on Tourism held Monday, August 31, through Wednesday, September 2, at the Lake Lanier Islands Resort in Buford. More...

First Assembly of God will host night of uplifting music

Anyone who enjoys worshiping God through singing is invited to attend "A Night with the Brooklyn Tab," a community-based presentation hosted by First Assembly of God. The event will take place on Sunday, September 20, beginning at 7 p.m. More...

Gov. Perdue signs proclamation for Lifeline/Link-Up Week in Ga.

Governor Sonny Perdue recently proclaimed September 14-21 as "Lifeline/Link-Up Week" in Georgia. Joining the governor for the signing of the proclamation were H. More...

News

School Lunch Menu

BREAKFAST THURSDAY, SEPT. 17 Chicken, biscuit, juice, milk FRIDAY, SEPT. 18 Cereal, toast, juice, milk MONDAY, SEPT. 21 Cereal, toast, juice, milk TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 French toast, sausage/syrup, juice, milk WEDNESDAY, SEPT. More...

News from the MACK

Immediately after the Gold Rush Ceremony on Saturday, September 19 the MACK will be having a Hay Maze for the children. The Hay Maze is only the first of several Gold Rush Events offered by the MACK. More...

4-H County Council officers

The Lincoln County 4-H County Council elected officers recently for the 2009-10 school year. More...

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Sports

Devils still undefeated after close call Friday

By T.J. CARANI

Friday night saw yet another strong showing from the Lincoln County Red Devils when our home team faced off against the previously undefeated 2009 Hephzibah Rebels. The home stands were crowded with eager fans as the teams warmed up on the field. More...

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Obituaries

Gavin Wayne Butts

Gavin Wayne Butts, 25, of Shadowmoor Drive Thomson, GA died on September 08, 2009 as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. More...

Wylie A. Dallas Jr.

Mr. Wylie A. "Fella" Dallas Jr., 63, entered into rest on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at University Hospital, Augusta, Georgia. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Friday, September 11 at Goshen Baptist Church with Revs. Robert D. More...

Carolyn G. Dockery

Mrs. Carolyn G. Dockery entered into rest September 11, 2009 at her residence. Private memorial services were held Tuesday, September 15. Mrs. Dockery, a native of Rutherfordton County N.C., lived in Lincolnton for many years. More...

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BOC adopts general fund budget and sets tax levy

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners voted 2-1 to approve a FY 2010 General Fund Budget of $6,151,459.96 at the group's regular meeting held Thursday, September 10. Two commissioners were unable to attend the meeting. More...

Flu clinic to be held at health dept. Sept. 21-25

As the flu season approaches, the East Central Health District (ECHD), along with each of the 13 county health departments under its jurisdiction, will conduct flu clinics starting Monday, September 21, and continuing through Friday, September 25. More...

Bluegrass festival begins Friday at Elijah Clark Park

The Eighth Annual "Elijah Clark Bluegrass Festival" will be held Friday, September 18, through Sunday, September 20, at Elijah Clark State Park. More...

City adopts tentative budget

The Lincolnton City Council adopted a Tentative 2010 General Fund/Street Department Budget of $861,676 at the group's regular meeting held Monday, September 14, at City Hall. More...

Editorial Page

Dear Hearts and Gentle People

I miss aprons. Why is it that women don't wear them anymore? Is it because we don't cook anymore and rely on fast foods and microwave meals? Truth is, most of today's mothers spend precious little time in the kitchen. More...

Agriculture & Natural Resources

Pecan tree - scab
The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Lincoln County Monty Stephens

All over Lincoln Co. pecan trees are full of delicious nuts that are a favorite of young and old alike. It's great to go out in the yard and pick up a nice sack full of pecans. More...

News for Families & Consumers

Saving energy
Martha Partridge Family & Consumer Science Agent Lincoln & Wilkes Counties

Like many when you read this title, you are probably thinking it is a bit early for heating tips. Actually, the energy use for the air conditioner simply switches to heating the air. More...

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People

Family reunion on Round Lake in Michigan

Dick and Betty Falkinburg visited Manitou Beach, Michigan for a family reunion on Round Lake and took along a copy of their Lincoln Journal. More...

Alyssa M. Belangia to wed Adam K. Calloway Oct. 10

Rev. and Mrs. Addison Belangia of Lincolnton, are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Alyssa Marjorie Belangia to Adam Kyle Calloway, son of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Calloway, of Columbus, Ga. More...

Leathersville News

By Mrs. William Bentley

.. Margaret NeSmith and Shirley Saturday were supper guests of Nancy Bailey this past weekend. .. Murray and Micky Norman and Chuck and Ethan Mahaffey were Sunday afternoon visitors of William and Lee Bentley. .. More...

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Community Calendar

Community Calendar

Board of elections meetings The regular meetings of the Lincoln County Board of Elections and Voter Registration will be held the fourth Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. More...

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