From the annals of 1912
• Woodrow Wilson’s presidential campaign opened a state headquarters in Atlanta.
From the annals of 1962
• Thousands were expected to vote in the Democratic Primary elect...
News of Yesteryear — July 4, 2012 From the annals of 1912
• The State Game and Fish Department was growing.
From the annals of 1962
• Hoke O’Kelley, candidate for governor, campaigned in Griffin.
• The Rev. Bennie Rhodes became...
Qualifying for county elections begins Wednesday Qualifying begins Wednesday for the upcoming county elections.
For the July 31 election, voters will be asked to select candidates for the following county-wide posts – sheriff, clerk of Superior ...
Noise, zoning on BOC's agenda Spalding County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to vote the final reading for the noise abatement ordinance Monday night.
If the second reading is approved, the county will require permits for ...
Animal Board to discuss licensing Monday The Spalding County Animal Care and Control Advisory Board wants to get more public input on pet licensing.
The Advisory Board will meet at 5:15 p.m., Monday, in Room 108, the meeting room in the S...
Suspects face charges after evading police When dealing with the police, don’t attempt to evade officers and don’t lie.
Two men were arrested last week for reportedly not following that simple advice. In both cases their acquaintances, who...
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The third annual Generations Gallery Writing Conference at The Village at Indian Springs will begin Friday and conclude Saturday.
The conference will feature a variety of presentations, discussions...
Griffin Fire-Rescue is using the 800 MHz radio system but the Griffin Police Department does not yet have it.
“Yes, we do,” said Griffin Fire Chief Tommy Jones. “At least partially.”
He said the ra...
Local gardeners once again benefitted from the outstanding selection of plants available at the annual Friends of the Garden plant sale held Saturday at the University of Georgia Research and Educa...
Rehoboth Road Middle School held a Career Day Friday in order to educate students about future life choices.
“Career Day is a day that offers the students an opportunity to experience various types...
The Spalding County District Attorney’s Office will be conducting a ceremony in recognition of National Crime Victims Rights Week at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Spalding County Courthouse fourth floor c...
From the Annals of 1910
Clay R. Hale, for many years rate and billing clerk for the Central of Georgia Railroad Company at this place, went to Macon, where he had accepted a position with the audit...