Candidates for New State House Districts to Speak in Winder

The Barrow County Republican Party will host the candidates during its monthly meeting Monday, May 21.

How Do You Find a Job Online? Chat with Experts May 30

The Georgia Department of Labor will host a live chat with online job search tips on Wednesday, May 30. You can join in on Patch.

‘Obama in History’: White House Criticized for Making Additions to Past Presidents' Bios

The White House had added links touting President Obama’s accomplishments to biographies of past presidents.

Winder Council to Hold Called Meeting on Thursday

The meeting will follow a scheduled public hearing on the proposed city budget

Proposed Budget for City of Winder Available for Public Review

Two public hearings to receive public comment on the budget are scheduled for May 17 and 24.

Construction on Aldi Store Set to Begin This Summer

The discount grocery store is one of several planned developments within the Winder city limits.

First of Three TSPLOST Meetings Draws Few Residents

Two additional meetings are scheduled in Barrow County.

Winder Flushing Out Contractor for Sewer Project

Only one week remains for interested parties to submit sealed bids in hopes of taking the lead on construction of the Embassy Walk Gravity Sewer.

Justifiable Homicides Doubled in Georgia After 'Stand Your Ground' Law Passed

"Stand your ground" laws have been under scrutiny in recent months after the Trayvon Martin shooting.

Juvenile Curfew Now in Effect in Winder

The Winder City Council approved the ordinance during Tuesday's meeting.

Chamber of Commerce to Host TSPLOST Meeting in Statham

The Barrow County Chamber of Commerce will hold an informational meeting about the upcoming vote on T-SPLOST at the Statham Community Center on May 16.

Winder Council to Discuss Juvenile Curfew

The curfew would prohibit juveniles from loitering, wandering, strolling or playing in or upon public places, establishments or vacant property unsupervised from midnight to 6 a.m.

Residents Have a 'Voice' in Auburn

The city launches a "Community Voice" forum on its website, inviting input from its residents.

Barrow County Jobless Rate Decreases

The county's unemployment rate decreased four-tenths of a percentage point from February to March.

Winder Encourages One-Click Crime Fighting

Anonymous tips about criminal activity are accepted through the city website.

Will Your Computer Survive the Internet Doomsday?

Hundreds of thousands of computers could lose Internet July 9.

Barrow County Sheriff Appointed to State Review Board

Governor Deal has appointed Jud Smith to the State of Georgia Sexual Offender Registration Review Board.

Winder to Begin Budget Work Sessions this Week

The city will begin setting its FY 2013 budget during scheduled work sessions.

Georgia's Unemployment Rate Falls in March

The rate now stands at 9 percent for the state overall.

Resume Writing: Get Tips from Experts on April 25

The Georgia Department of Labor will offer resume-writing advice in a live chat featured on Patch.

Last Chance: Filing Deadline for 2011 Federal Income Tax Returns is April 17

File your 2011 federal income tax return by April 17 to avoid late penalties and interest.

We Need to Rethink our Moral Foundation

Traditional conservative issues of family, moral ethical behavior and life appear to no longer play into the thought processes of people as they make a decision about who will receive their vote.

Winder Reminds Residents to Call Before They Dig

April is National Safe Digging Month.

Barrow Today for Thursday, April 12: Winder City Council to Hold Called Meeting

The meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the Winder Community Center.

CIty of Winder Countersuing Contractor

The Barrow County News reports a lawsuit against the city by H.S. Feldman Inc. has been answered with a countersuit.

Using Other People's Money

Other people's money is now my money.

While Agriculture Commissioner Defends 'LFTB' Barrow Residents Can Buy Slime-free Beef Locally

Gary Black says the "lean finely textured beef" is a "safe, widely-used product". Are you buying it?

Winder City Council Discusses Proposed Curfew for Juveniles

Curfew hours would be midnight to 6 a.m.

Georgia to Phase Out 'Birthday Tax' on Motor Vehicles

Winder's city attorney apprised council members of the change during Monday's work session.

See Braselton Behind the Scenes through the Town's Citizens Academy

Applications are being accepted for the free, six-month “behind-the-scenes” program.

Winder Issues Request for Bid for Water System Improvements

Sealed bids for a major downtown infrastructure project will be accepted through May 3, 2012.

Governor Signs Bill Making Synthetic Marijuana Illegal — What are Your Thoughts?

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports all forms of synthetic marijuana are now illegal.

Braselton Lays Down the Law Online

The town's code of ordinances is now available to view on its website.

State Lawmaker Representing Barrow County Makes Headlines for Comments About Farm Animals While Discussing Abortion Bill

Republican Terry England recently addressed his fellow legislators regarding HB 954, which would prohibit abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy.

State of Georgia Ranks Dead Last in Integrity Investigation

The state received an "F" in nine of 14 categories.

Winder to Consider Changes to Sign Ordinance

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss proposed changes during a meeting Tuesday, March 20.

Barrow Today for Tuesday, March 20: Bethlehem Christian Academy to Host Open House

Families of prospective students can tour the campus and meet the faculty and staff.

Renovation Plans Made for Braselton Brothers Department Store

The town unveils its most recent architectural plans on the Braselton Projects and Initiatives web page.

Carl Goes Digital with New Website

The smallest Barrow County municipality now has an online presence.

Winder Municipal Court to Assess New Fee

A $75 fee will be charged for defendants found guilty or who plead guilty on trial dates.