New Mixed-Use Development Proposed for Barrow County

The development would include a mix of residential and commercial property.

Surplus Equipment, Weather Notification Service and Parade Permit on Winder City Council Agenda

The Winder City Council meeting is scheduled for Jan. 7.

Demolition Project, Community Center Rates and Pawnbroker License on Work Session Agenda

The Winder City Council will hold its work session on Jan. 6 at 6 p.m.

City of Winder Offices to Close Early on Friday

The City of Winder has announced holiday closings, trash pickup schedule.

699 Voters Decide Winder Council Race

Of those who cast ballots in the runoff, more than half voted early.

Winder City Council Candidates Discuss Qualifications

Winder City Council candidates Lorin Sinn-Clark and Bob Dixon shared their thoughts in Barrow Patch blogs last week.

Will Your Voice Be Heard During the Winder City Council Runoff?

Winder City Council candidates Lorin Sinn-Clark and Bob Dixon shared their thoughts on the importance of voting in Barrow Patch blogs last week.

Did You Miss Last Week's Winder City Council Meeting? Watch It Online

Council Candidates Discuss Political Philosophies, Leadership and Early Voting

Winder City Council candidates Lorin Sinn-Clark and Bob Dixon shared their thoughts in Barrow Patch blogs last week.

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Remaining Winder City Council Candidates Discuss Voter Turnout, Upcoming Runoff and More

Winder City Council candidates Lorin Sinn-Clark and Bob Dixon shared their thoughts in Barrow Patch blogs last week.

U.S. Senate Candidate to Speak at Barrow GOP Meeting

Georgia Attorney General also scheduled to speak.

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

Barrow County 2013 Election Results: Dixon and Sinn-Clark in Runoff

Voters headed to the polls Nov. 5 in three Barrow County cities.

Council Candidates Discuss WPD Controversy, City Administrator Issues and More

Winder City Council candidates Nicole Tobias and Lorin Sinn-Clark shared their thoughts in Barrow Patch blogs last week.

Mayor: 'I Cannot Comment at This Time'

Winder Mayor David Maynard unable to address recent controversy at Winder Police Department.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Candidates Discuss Controversial Remarks, Support From Voters and Questionnaire Responses

Winder City Council candidates Nicole Tobias and Lorin Sinn-Clark shared their thoughts in Barrow Patch blogs last week.

Last Day for Early Voting Is Nov. 1, Early Turnout in Winder Higher Than Four Years Ago

Three cities have contested elections.

Local Officials Participate in 'Tabletop' Disaster Preparedness Drill

The drill was hosted by Barrow County Emergency Services and the Barrow County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC).

In Their Own Words: Candidates Respond to Chamber Questionnaire

The Barrow County Chamber of Commerce asked candidates running for contested races in the Cities of Winder and Auburn to submit their comments from questions asked by the Chamber’s Governmental Affairs Committee.

POLL: How Will You Vote in Local Council Races?

Three of Barrow County's cities have contested races this year.

Candidates Discuss Polls, Early Voting and the Importance of One Vote

Winder City Council candidates Nicole Tobias and Lorin Sinn-Clark shared their thoughts in Barrow Patch blogs last week.

Advance Voting Continues, Early Turnout Low

Advance voting for the Nov. 5 election is now underway and will continue through Nov. 1.

Candidates Discuss Golf Course, Early Voting and the Future of Winder

Winder City Council candidates Nicole Tobias and Lorin Sinn-Clark shared their thoughts in Barrow Patch blogs last week.

Advance Voting Underway in Barrow County

Three cities have contested elections.

Candidates Discuss Sign Troubles, Council Happenings

Candidates Nicole Tobias and Lorin Sinn-Clark shared their thoughts in Barrow Patch blogs last week.

Statham to Hold Called Meeting to Discuss Millage Rate

Georgia Cycling Registration Bill Is Dead, Sponsors Say

Hundreds attend a meeting in Hall County, with few in support of the legislation.

Winder Police Vehicle Purchase, City Clerk Appointment on Council Agenda

The Winder City Council will meet on Tuesday.

Winder City Council Candidates Discuss Change, New Perspectives

Candidates Nicole Tobias and Lorin Sinn-Clark shared their thoughts in Barrow Patch blogs last week.

Republican Rep. Paul Broun Wants to Hear From You

Dr. Broun wants to hear from constituents on Obamacare.

Council Candidate: Discussion and Change Hard to Accomplish With Current Voting Block

Lorin Sinn-Clark hopes to add a fresh perspective to the Winder City Council.

Barrow Commissioners, Sheriff Resolve Budget Dispute

New tax rate also set.

Council Candidate Hopes to Add a 'Bit of Diversity and a New Perspective'

Nicole Tobias is running for Winder City Council against incumbent Bob Dixon and Barrow Journal columnist Lorin Sinn-Clark.

Statham City Council to Discuss Beer License, Property Maintenance Codes Ordinance

The council is scheduled to meet on Sept. 17.

Winder Intersection Closures Planned This Week

To date, 217 of 350 concrete panels have been installed.

Rep. Broun Hosts Twitter Town Hall on Defunding Obamacare

On Wednesday, Sept. 11, @RepPaulBrounMD (R-GA-10) answered questions from Twitter users during a virtual town hall meeting. See highlights below or search for #AskDrBroun on Twitter to see more questions and answers.

City of Statham to Discuss Millage Rate, Beer License and Speed Zone Ordinance

Work session will be held Thursday, Sept. 12.

Rep. Broun to Host Twitter Town Hall to Discuss Defunding Obamacare

The event begins at 5 p.m.