ZEBULON - As of 4 p.m. today, there are two candidates who have qualified for Tommy Powers' 3rd District County Commission seat Jason Proctor and Bobby Wilkerson. Both are from Meansville. Qualifying continues until noon on Friday.

Candidates are encouraged to send a 500 WORD OR LESS press release that tells who they are, why they are running, contact or website information, and any other pertinent information to editor@pikecountytimes.com.

ZEBULON - On August 19, 2019 Animal Control Officer Tanya Perkins impounded these two mixed dogs. One black and tan unaltered male estimated to be about 7-9 months old and one tan and white female estimated to be about 7-9 months old. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The J. Joel Edwards Public Library Board of Trustees met on Thursday, August 8, 2019. There were a several missing members, but there was a quorum. In attendance were Secretary Anthony Vinson, Treasurer Curtis Ward, Patty Talley, Joy Walker, and Patsy Page along with Library Manager Rosemary Bunn, Flint River Regional Library System (FRRLS) Director Natalie Marshall. Rhonda Morgan and Becky Watts were also present. Click here for more.

“Luck” can be defined as “the success or failure brought by chance, rather than through one’s own actions.” Click here for more.

ATLANTA - Georgia Public Library Service (GPLS) is proud to launch eRead Kids, a new digital library available through all 407 public libraries in the state. The collection of almost 15,000 electronic and audio books is for children from pre-k through fourth grade. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - Bradin Maddox, Pike County local, has overcome many challenges in his 9 years of life so far and with every obstacle proves he is #MaddoxStrong. Click here for more.

Jackie K. Cooper's Entertainment Rundown for this week can be found by clicking here. Jackie also has many movie reviews on his website at www.jackiekcooper.com along with reviews of the latest books, DVDs, television shows and columns on life and living in the South.

The sudden and unexpected death of a Marietta, Georgia, couple’s beloved dog after swimming with its owners in Lake Allatoona has filled social media feeds since the incident on Aug. 10. The incident brings to light the dangers of toxic algae growth. In neighboring North Carolina, another couple lost three dogs in one day after an afternoon swim in a pond. Click here for more.

Mr. Terry Lee Tanner, age 58, of Concord, passed away August 14, 2019. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

THOMASTON – The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is pleased to announce that the local bridge bundle replacements funded in Fiscal Year 2016 (FY16) are complete and open to traffic. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - Appliances were stolen from a newly built residence on New Hope Road last night. Trailcam pictures of a woman in a minivan have been released to hopefully help investigators find the those who are responsible for the theft. Click here for more.

Jackie K. Cooper's Entertainment Rundown for this week can be found by clicking here. Jackie also has many movie reviews on his website at www.jackiekcooper.com along with reviews of the latest books, DVDs, television shows and columns on life and living in the South.

GRIFFIN - A joint press release from the Spalding County Sheriff’s Office and the Griffin-Spalding County School System regarding last week’s bomb threat at Rehoboth Road Middle School: On Friday August 9, 2019, a bomb threat was received via an electronic device by staff at Rehoboth Road Middle School (RRMS). The school was placed on a level 2 lockdown and administrators notified the Spalding County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO). The school was searched by RRMS staff and SCSO deputies. Click here for more.

Mr. John F Rich, Sr., age 92, of Pike County, formerly of Macon, passed away August 11, 2019. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

ZEBULON - Taylor Hampton is an upcoming junior at Pike County High, a member of the National Honor Society of High School Scholars, and an outstanding sixteen-year-old with a strong belief in God and the heart of a competitor. Taylor hopes to earn a college scholarship in track or volleyball, but she also excels at barrel racing with her current horse, Morgana (Mo-Mo). Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The next 5K/10K Fun Run/Walk Honoring Our KIA will be conducted on 10 August 2019 in and around the City of Williamson. The start of the window is 7:30 a.m. and goes until 10:00. Click here for more.

Jackie K. Cooper's Entertainment Rundown for this week can be found by clicking here. Jackie also has many movie reviews on his website at www.jackiekcooper.com along with reviews of the latest books, DVDs, television shows and columns on life and living in the South.

ZEBULON - Elections will be held a little bit different than you are used to this year. Pike County has a Board of Elections & Registration which is now in charge of elections. Click here for more.

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ZEBULON - Each summer, the J. Joel Edwards Public Library presents Pike County residents with the opportunity to participate in the annual summer reading program. The activities and events that are organized during this program are created to encourage residents of all ages to pick up a book, or several, over the course of the summer and set time aside to delve into the world of fiction and non-fiction literature. Click here for more.

Jackie K. Cooper's Entertainment Rundown for this week can be found by clicking here. Jackie also has many movie reviews on his website at www.jackiekcooper.com along with reviews of the latest books, DVDs, television shows and columns on life and living in the South.

ZEBULON - Pike County Fire Department responded to a working structure fire on Turner Way at 5:54 pm on August 2, 2019. Upon arrival personnel found a barn approximately 75 ft x 100 ft fully involved. The structure was a total loss including three tractors and an old Lincoln. No animals were involved. Having been stung multiple times by yellow jackets the owner decided to set them on fire. He thought he had the fire out but it spread catching the barn on fire.

ATLANTA – Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger hosted a roundtable on election security alongside David Becker, founder and executive director of the Center for Election Innovation and Research. Joined at the Capitol by more than a dozen experts from organizations including Microsoft, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and Augusta University, Becker led a wide-ranging discussion on the status of Georgia’s election security. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - FREE gourmet Frios pops are back, and this one is for the teachers! We all had them, and we all love them (even if we didn’t act like it in school) Join us at Frios in downtown Griffin from 11am to 1pm on Pike County Fire Department to celebrate the teachers! Every teacher who comes in that day during our event will get one (1) FREE Frios Gourmet Pop—our treat brought to you by the Sellers Law Firm, LLC, and Frios Gourmet Pops in Griffin, GA. Click here for more.

Our Nation mourns with those whose loved ones were murdered in the tragic shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, and we share in the pain and suffering of all those who were injured in these two senseless attacks. We condemn these hateful and cowardly acts. Through our grief, America stands united with the people of El Paso and Dayton. May God be with the victims of these two horrific crimes and bring aid and comfort to their families and friends.

As a mark of solemn respect for the victims of the terrible acts of violence perpetrated on August 3, 2019, in El Paso, Texas, and on August 4, 2019, in Dayton, Ohio, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America,I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, August 8, 2019.

I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of August, in the year of our Lord two thousand nineteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America two hundred forty-fourth.

President Donald J. Trump

ZEBULON - He wanted to make a difference. Ethan Sulewski was in the 8th grade and looking for a project to complete the requirements for Eagle Scout. After generating ideas quite some time, replacing the roof at the American Legion Pike Post 197 was chosen. One grant, one quote, and a whole lot of help from his friends and family, and Ethan’s project has been completed. How did this happen? Click here for more.

Mrs. Evelyn Jeanette Harkness, age 78, of Zebulon, passed away August 3, 2019. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

Jackie K. Cooper's Entertainment Rundown for this week can be found by clicking here and clicking here. Jackie also has many movie reviews on his website at www.jackiekcooper.com along with reviews of the latest books, DVDs, television shows and columns on life and living in the South.

Dr. Robert Allred, age 73, of Zebulon, passed away August 1, 2019, at Piedmont Fayette Hospital. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

Mr. Richard Kelly, of Meansville, passed away August 2, 2019, at his residence. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

Mr. Terry Hirons, age 70, of Barnesville, passed away August 2, 2019, at Brightmoor Hospice. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

ZEBULON - Jimmy L. Novak is walking 3,000 miles to raise awareness for PTSD and suicide prevention. He began walking in Washington State on March 22 and will end his walk in Orlando on August 22, 2019. Click here for more.

Sheldon Odell Stewart, age 40, of Newnan, passed away August 1, 2019. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

GRIFFIN - Jody L. Sellers, owner of The Sellers Law Firm, LLC, in Griffin, Georgia, is teaming up with Promo Vision Digital Advertising in an effort to raise donations for Operation Lunchbox—a charity whose mission is to feed hungry kids in the surrounding communities. Click here for more. Thank you to the Sellers Law Firm LLC for supporting local, online news!

THOMASTON - Two inmates from the Spalding County Correctional Institute escaped a work detail in Thomaston on Wednesday, prompting a large manhunt, authorities confirmed. Click here for more courtesy of the AJC.

ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners is seeking qualified applicants for the position of County Manager. Pike County has 130 employees and an annual budget of $14.4 million. The population of Pike County is approximately 17,941. Click here for more.

Mr. Craig Otto DeBose, age 70, formerly of Bluffton, SC. passed away July 27, 2019, at Providence Healthcare in Thomaston. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

Mrs. Donna Elizabeth Parker Wilson, age 75, of Stockbridge, formerly of Meansville, passed away July 26, 2019. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

Mr. Stephen James Spohn, age 88 of Concord, passed away July 28, 2019, at his home. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on July 30, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The annual Prayer Walk for Pike County Schools will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2019 at 9 a.m. Participants will gather at the 9th Grade Academy on Hwy 19 for prayer together before going on their own to pray for each school, the bus barn, and the Board of Education building as Pike County students are preparing for a new school year. The public is invited to attend. This event is sponsored by the Pike County Christian Ministerial Association.

I spent the night with my mom the other night in the hospital. As I watched her sleep, I wondered how many nights she stared at me while I was asleep. Wondering what was going on in my sleeping mind. Worried about my future. For anyone keeping score, a rough guess would have our tally at several thousand nights to one, her holding the slight lead. Click here for more.

Jackie K. Cooper's Entertainment Rundown for this week can be found by clicking here. You can also view Jackie's Guide to the Movies by clicking here.Jackie also has many movie reviews on his website at www.jackiekcooper.com along with reviews of the latest books, DVDs, television shows and columns on life and living in the South.

ZEBULON - Pike County Public School System and three homeschool families of veterans at the American Legion Post 197 recently received a generous donation of school supplies from Operation Homefront, an organization that provides support to member families with school age children and assists teachers in providing supplies for their students. Click here for more.

Not long ago, I decided I wouldn’t be giving any more of my money to a certain sneaker company. I’m not a wealthy man, and I don’t buy up a ton of sneakers. But it was the brand that we typically wore. By the time you figure four people getting a couple pair of shoes per year, it was a decent amount of money out of our family’s budget. Click here for more.

GRIFFIN - The Spalding County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with their food service vendor to offer a Food Service Certification to their current inmates. Aramark provides the meals to the Spalding inmates and is offering the classes at no charge. Click here for more.

Aridia LeBlanc, age 67, formerly of Zebulon, passed away July 24, 2019, at Heritage Inn Nursing Home in Barnesville. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

ZEBULON - Before getting beamed up by Mr. Scott, patrons can come by the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, check out a book, and enter the Space Cadet of the Week contest. As part of the 2019 Summer Reading Program, each time an adult checks out a book, dvd or other item at the library, they get the opportunity to answer a weekly trivia question. Click here for more.

Mr. Henry Grady Millwood, age 62, of Molena, passed away July 23, 2019. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

HAMPTON - Tall Tales goes glacial in July as it heads to the slammer with WCW superstar GLACIER & WCW/ECW/TNA superstar Johnny Swinger, LIVE in The Watchtower at Jailhouse Brewery in Hampton, Georgia July 25th, 2019. Click here for more.

Jackie K. Cooper's Entertainment Rundown for this week can be found by clicking here. Jackie also has many movie reviews on his website at www.jackiekcooper.com along with reviews of the latest books, DVDs, television shows and columns on life and living in the South.

ZEBULON - Amber Flournoy had a dream to help others in memory of her Mom, Deneice Foster. She began the Clothes and Supply Closet in 2017 so she could start helping families she knew who were having a hard time. Two years later, this ministry has grown into a non-profit organization with ties to another local organization where the community can help bless others. Click here for more.

Mrs. Leila Mae Patton Caves, age 96, of Williamson, passed away July 22, 2019. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

HENRY, BUTTS, AND SPALDING COUNTIES - As of 12:30 a.m., Monday, July 22, 2019: the Interstate 75 resurfacing project is underway at milepost 205, starting at the Georgia 16 interchange in Butts County. There is currently a six mile long traffic queue and the approximate queue time (delay) is 80 minutes. For alternate routes, motorists are urged to call Georgia 511 or download and check the free Georgia 511 app.

ZEBULON - The Spalding County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a Ladies Self Defense class on August 22, 2019. The class will be held at the Sheriff’s Office (401 Justice Blvd) from 6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. Minors, ages 15-17, must be accompanied by an adult. The training is free and limited to the first 20 registered participants. Light refreshments will be served. Topics covered will include the legal aspects of self-defense, situational awareness, and practical aspects of tactics. We suggest wearing comfortable athletic clothing and tennis shoes. For questions and registration please contact klaw@spaldingcounty.com.

WASHINGTON DC - As a mark of respect for the memory and longstanding service of John Paul Stevens, retired Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that on the day of his interment, the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on such day. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventeenth day of July, in the year of our Lord two thousand nineteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-fourth. DONALD J. TRUMP

ADDED 7.18.19: CORRECTION - The United States Supreme Court has posted notice that a private funeral and interment will occur on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, in Arlington National Cemetery. Therefore, U.S. flags should be flown at half-staff on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, in respect for former Associate Justice John Paul Stevens.

Mr. Thomas M. Lacey, age 86, of Williamson, passed away July 19, 2019, at Brightmoor Nursing Home. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

MARIETTA – U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., was discharged today from George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C., and will enter an inpatient rehabilitation program at WellStar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta. Isakson was admitted to George Washington University Hospital on Tuesday, July 16, after falling in his D.C. apartment and suffering four fractured ribs.

Isakson will continue his healing process at WellStar Kennestone Hospital, where a team of specialized doctors will work with him on an intensive physical therapy program to help recover from the fractured ribs while improving his stamina and mobility. Part of the challenge that Isakson will face is the coupling of his injury with the symptoms of his Parkinson’s disease, which could lead to a longer recovery process. He is in good spirits and is determined to face this challenge head on so he can return to doing what he loves: representing Georgians in the Senate. “I’m on the mend and looking forward to fully healing my fractured ribs through intensive rehabilitation,” said Isakson. “I thank everyone who has lifted me up through prayer and well-wishes.”

WASHINGTON DC – U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., released the following statement from his spokesperson, Amanda Maddox: “Senator Isakson was admitted to George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday night after falling in his apartment and suffering four fractured ribs. He is in pain, but resting and doing well. Senator Isakson looks forward to fully recovering and getting back to work for Georgians.”

ZEBULON - On July 16, 2019 I impounded this adult intact male Pit Bull, who weighs about 50 pounds. He had no identification tag, no microchip, and therefore no documented owner at the time of the impoundment. The dog was involved in an incident on April 22, 2019 where he killed a family pet, and was never located. Click here for more.

Jackie K. Cooper's Entertainment Rundown for this week can be found by clicking here. Jackie also has many movie reviews on his website at www.jackiekcooper.com along with reviews of the latest books, DVDs, television shows and columns on life and living in the South.

Mrs. Frances Geraldine Huff Parker, age 90, of Alpharetta, formerly of Tifton, passed away July 9, 2019. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

ZEBULON - The Recreation Board Meeting scheduled for Monday, June 15 at 6:00pm was postponed due to a lack of quorum. The meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, June 23 at 6:00pm in the baseball press box at the park. The following items are on the agenda: Election of Officers for FY 2019/20, Approval of the minutes for the April 30, 2019 and June 10, 2019 regular monthly meetings, Treasurer and Director's Reports from Kevin Teate, Sports/Programs Report, Park Master Plan Report given by Michael Kidd of Root Design Studio, 2019 Pride of Pike Report, and Other Business. The public is invited to attend this meeting.

ZEBULON - Unfortunately, Michael Buffalo Smith has had to cancel his library event for this Thursday, due to illness. For details on other upcoming events, click here.

GRIFFIN - On July 10, 2019 at approximately 3:00 a.m., members of the Spalding County Sheriff’s Office’s Uniform Patrol Division and Criminal Investigations Division responded to the Chevron convenience store located at 3200 Highfalls Road to a burglar alarm call. Click here for more.

HAMPTON - Tall Tales goes glacial in July as it heads to the slammer with WCW superstar GLACIER & WCW/ECW/TNA superstar Johnny Swinger, LIVE in The Watchtower at Jailhouse Brewery in Hampton, Georgia July 25th, 2019. Click here for more.

Mrs. Sandra Joyce Garner White “Sally” Biles, age 70, of Gay, passed away July 12, 2019, at her home. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

ZEBULON - The Development Authority of Pike County, the Pike County Board of Commissioners, and the City of Zebulon welcomed Pike County’s newest industry to the community on Tuesday, July 9th, 2019. Staxi, a medical wheelchair device manufacturing company, recently purchased the building previously owned by Georgia Power on Williamson-Zebulon Road. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The J. Joel Edwards Public Library Board of Trustees was scheduled to meet on Thursday, July 11, 2019, but this meeting was cancelled prior to the meeting due to lack of a quorum.

Mrs. Lynda Cheryl Rice Sanders, age 70, of McDonough, passed away July 10, 2019. For more information about visitation and the service or sign the guestbook go to Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

Jackie K. Cooper's Entertainment Rundown for this week can be found by clicking here. Jackie also has many movie reviews on his website at www.jackiekcooper.com along with reviews of the latest books, DVDs, television shows and columns on life and living in the South.

ATLANTA - The Georgia State Patrol and local law enforcement agencies are ready to put the brakes on speeding during the third annual “Operation Southern Shield” speed enforcement campaign, that will take place in five southeastern states from July 15 to 21. Click here for more.

My son is at the age where he likes to hang with his buddies. If he is like me, he will never outgrow that stage. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - On Saturday, June 29, 2019, at 2:39 p.m. Mr. Gilberto Santana Lara, 19 years of age from Zebulon, was making a left hand turn from Thomaston Street (Highway 19 South) onto Barnesville Street (Highway 18) in downtown Zebulon with the green light. At the same time, Mr. Dan Dunnahoo of Zebulon was stepping into the crosswalk area to cross Barnesville Street. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 10, 2019 - 9:00 AM at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - After an hour long executive session that was added at the beginning of the commission meeting by request of the County Attorney in reference to something that was brought to his attention today, County Attorney Rob Morton asked that the Board of Commissioners entertain a motion to accept County Manager Bickley's resignation. It was accepted 4-0. Click here for more. This article has been updated.

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ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on June 25, 2019 – 6:30 p.m. at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The J. Joel Edwards Public Library Board of Trustees met on Thursday, June 13, 2019. There were a couple of missing members, but there was a quorum. In attendance were Anthony Vinson, Treasurer Curtis Ward, Library Manager Rosemary Bunn, Flint River Regional Library System (FRRLS) Director Natalie Marshall, Vice Chair Gillian Appleton, Joy Walker, and Patsy Page. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 – 9:00 a.m. at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more. [Note from the Editor: This meeting is complete.]

GRIFFIN - At approximately 3:38 p.m., Spalding County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a person shot at 1224 Ethridge Mill Road. Deputies were assisted by Spalding Fire, Spalding Regional EMS, and Griffin Police. [Note from the Editor: This article has been updatd.] Click here for more.

ZEBULON - Animal Control was on the agenda of the Pike County Commissioners today. County Manager Bobby Bickley presented a letter to commissioners concerning the possibility of a donation of not less than $225,000 that is to used to either construct or provide substantial renovations to the current animal control facility. This has been an ongoing discussion for many years with the county only providing what is mandated by the state at this time with vicious dogs. What will the next few years hold for Pike County? Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on May 28, 2019 – 6:30 p.m. at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more.

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ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more. [Note from the Editor on 5.1.19: Grady's ambulance contract was on this agenda, and commissioners chose not to act on Grady's options in the meeting. If Grady chooses to sever the contract, it had to be done today because there is a 60 day clause that says, "Either party may terminate this Agreement by notifying the other party in writing not less than sixty (60) days prior to the expiration of the Initial Term or any Renewal Term." I've already put in an open records request for this information, and my breaking news subscribers will know it first. Keep an eye out here though because I'll likely upload it tomorrow night.]

ZEBULON - Prayer Power of Georgia will sponsor the Pike County celebration of the annual National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 2, 2019. Please join us for the service at noon on the Pike County Courthouse Square. Click here for more.

WILLIAMSON - Pike County Times has been contacted by several concerned citizens about David Brooks because of the following article that NBC News reported in February of this year. At the time of this news broadcast, Brooks lived in Williamson and his wife, Lugene, was reportedly employed at CrossPointe Christian Academy in Williamson. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on April 10, 2019 at 9: 00 a.m. at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - Pike Primary celebrated Hero Day on Friday, February 8, 2019 to honor fallen police officer Chase Maddox who was a resident of Pike County and worked for Locust Grove Police Department. His son, Bradin, is a student at Pike Primary School, and the anniversary of Chase’s end of watch is February 9th. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 – 6:30 p.m. at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 – 9:00 a.m. at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 – 6:30 p.m. at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more.

ZEBULON - The Pike County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 – 9:00 a.m. at the Courthouse, Main Courtroom, 16001 Barnesville Street in Zebulon. There will be a 15 minute Town Hall Meeting prior to the meeting where members of the public can address commissioners prior to the start of the official meeting without getting on an agenda prior. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Click here for more.

JAPAN - A contract was issued for bid out of the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka, Site Singapore (FLCYS) for Archeological Survey and Remains Recovery Work in Northeast India late last year that was awarded in May of 2017. The solicitation was specifically to follow up on recovery of remains of WWII service members from sites in Northeast India. [Note from the Editor: This article came about because I have been covering the recovery of 1st Lt. Robert Eugene Oxford from the WWII crash site for "Hot as Hell" in India for the past 10 years.] Click here for more.

ZEBULON - Do you enjoy reading Pike County Times for FREE? Please say thank you to those who advertise with me and provide this service to you. How can you say thank you? You can help Pike County Times by doing business with each of these advertisers and making sure that they know that you appreciate their support of your free, independent online newspaper -- Pike County Times.

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ZEBULON - NO WEEDS. NO BUGS. NO PROBLEMS. Pike Pest Management is owned and operated by Mark Andrade. Pike Pest Management has a special for Pike County Times readers. Mention that you saw their advertisement on Pike County Times and ask for 10% off of your initial service. Call Pike Pest Management at 770-567-FLEA (3532) for all of your pest control needs! Tell them that the Pike County Times sent you!

BARNESVILLE - Looking For a Good Chiropractor? Mid Georgia Chiropractic is owned by Mark Fink from Pike County. His business is located on 818A College Drive, Barnesville right down from Subway. I have been going to him for more than fifteen years. Mid Georgia Chiropractic is now open on Thursdays and closed on Fridays. New hours are: Mondays 10 a.m. to 12 noon and 2 to 6:30 p.m.; Tuesdays 9 a.m. to 12 noon and 1 to 3 p.m.; and Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. to 12 noon and 2 to 6 p.m. Mid Georgia Chiropractic is now closed on Fridays and remains closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Call Mid Georgia Chiropractic at 770-358-2003 for more information. Tell them that Pike County Times sent you!

ZEBULON - Prayer Power of Georgia, Inc. is a faith based 501(c)3 private foundation dedicated to developing and maturing the spiritual lives of those in our community, as we aspire to fulfill the Great Commission. Through educational materials, instructional programs, and community leadership in discipleship, Prayer Power of Georgia shall demonstrate and promote a richer more fulfilling spiritual and prayer life in our community. Prayer Power sponsors the annual National Day of Prayer and Pike County Baccalaureate Graduation event each year as well as awarding the Saints in Light and Faith Awards each year. Click here to find out more about Prayer Power of Georgia, Inc. and get signed up to receive daily devotionals.

ZEBULON - The Moody-Daniel Funeral Home is independent and locally-owned by the Moody Family and has been serving families since 1982. Currently, owned and operated by Terrell and Sherri Moody and Tim Daniel, the firm was founded by Terrell’s parents, Charles and Betty Moody. Tim Daniel joined the Moody family in 2012, and the funeral home became Moody-Daniel Funeral Home and Cremation Services. It continues to be a family-centered firm. The words, “our family serving your family” are at the heart of everything we do." For more information about Moody-Daniel Funeral Home, click here or call 770-567-8642. Tell them that you read about Moody-Daniel Funeral Home on Pike County Times!

CONCORD - Pike Countryside Sanitation, the oldest and largest sanitation service in Pike County, is available for all of your recycling and sanitation needs. Pike Countryside Sanitation. It specializes in 20, 30, and 40 yard industrial roll-off containers and has 2, 4, 6, and 8 yard front load containers too. Pike Countryside Sanitation provides curb and home pick up in Pike, Meriweither, and Spalding Counties. Call 770-884-0088 and tell them that Pike County Times sent you!

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HAMPTON - Full Blown Firearms is a faith-based Christian company that is family owned, family oriented and kid friendly. Call Brad Ward at Full Blown Firearms at 678-463-8155 for all of your firearm needs or check out http://www.fullblownfirearms.com for more details about training and gunsmithing and follow Full Blown Firearms on Facebook.

Full Blown Firearms is located at 1074 Bear Creek Blvd, Suite L in Hampton just south of the racetrack. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 am to 8 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm. Closed Sunday and Monday.

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GRIFFIN - Please welcome Pike County Times' newest advertiser The Sellers Law Firm located at 100 South Hill Street Ste 502 in Griffin, Georgia. Specialties there include Criminal Defense/DUI, Family Law, Personal Injury, Simple Wills, Social Security Disability and Worker's Compensation. Free Consulation.

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