Board of Commissioners to Hold Called Voting Session

Here's what's on the agenda for this evening's meeting.

White House Outlines Potential Effects of Budget Cuts on State of Georgia

What concerns do you have about the sequester — do you think Congress needs to do something to avoid the budget cuts or let them go into effect?

U.S. Rep. Paul Broun Says Sequestration Will Mean Real Cuts

Broun, who represents Barrow County in Congress, discussed the federal budget-cutting deal at a Feb. 19 town hall meeting in Dacula.

Paul Broun Calls Obamacare a 'Destroyer' and Gun Ownership 'Critical'

The congressman held a town hall meeting in Dacula on Tuesday, Feb. 19.

Auburn City Council to Discuss Sale of Transit Bus, Vote on Water Lines Resolution

The council will convene for a workshop meeting today.

Rep. Terry England Appointed to National Committee

The state legislator, who represents portions of Barrow County, will serve on the National Conference of State Legislatures Environment Committee.

Sheriff Asks Residents to Contact Legislators about House Bill 1

Jud Smith says the bill would make it more difficult for law enforcement to seize and condemn the money and proceeds of criminals.

Statham City Council to Consider Speed Zone Ordinance

The council will hold its regular business meeting this evening.

Paul Broun Will Seek to Fill Saxby Chambliss' U.S. Senate Seat in 2014

U.S. Rep. Paul Broun (GA-10) announced his candidacy Wednesday for the seat currently held by U.S. Sen. Saxby Chambliss (R-Georgia). Chambliss has said he will not seek re-election in 2014.

Saturday Mail Delivery by U.S. Postal Service Could End This August

Package delivery would continue Saturdays. The U.S. Postal Service's plan reportedly would save the agency about $2 billion annually.

Winder Council to Discuss Speed Zone Ordinance, Pre-Trial Diversion Free Increase and More During Tonight's Work Session

View the complete work session agenda.

House Bill 159 Would Prohibit Adding Non-tax Fees to Property Tax Bills

The bill would limit what type of fees municipalities could add to residents' property tax bills.

There is No Reason to Limit Freedom of Speech

Responsible, mature people know when to speak and how to express their opinions without being censored.

Auburn Downtown Development Authority to Meet Today

View the meeting agenda now.

Georgia Legislators Offer Bipartisan Support for Business Owners

The second annual “Business Owners Day at the Capital” got under way at 7:30 a.m. Jan. 31, 2013.

Paul Broun's Wife Says He's Running for Senate

Niki Broun told a crowd in Gwinnett County that her husband was announcing his run for the the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Saxby Chambliss in 2014, according to a report.

Winder Councilman Charlie Eberhart Loses Battle with Brain Cancer

The Barrow Journal reports Eberhart, a longtime member of the Winder City Council, died early Wednesday.

Board of Commissioners to Hold Work Session, Called Voting Meeting

The board is set to vote on a proposed CFO job description and the appointment of a county clerk.

Georgia's 2013 Fishing Regulations Now Available Online and in Print

New regulations were posted this weekend — find out what you need to know before heading out to fish.

Statham Council to Hold Public Hearing on Construction and Building Codes Ordinance

The council will convene at 7 p.m. today.

Job Roundup Includes Library, Communications Positions

Miss a job opportunity last week on Patch? Here's your chance to check them out one more time before the new week begins.

2013 Federal Tax Rates and Standard Deductions Announced

It's tax time again in Barrow County and elsewhere.

Annual 'Birthday Tax' on Vehicles Being Replaced by Title Tax

House Bill 386 goes into effect March 1, but vehicles owned prior to Jan. 1, 2012, will remain in the old system.

Is It the American People and Not a Can that is Being Kicked?

he time is now that something needs to be done to stop the insanity coming from our leadership in this country.

Additional Properties Along Exchange Boulevard to Become Part of Winder

The city continues its expansion to Ga. Highway 316.

Winder Council to Vote on Additional Annexations along Exchange Boulevard

View the full agenda for today's Winder City Council meeting.

Northeast Georgia Regional Commission Holding Public Hearing on Winder Urban Redevelopment Plan Today

The most significant issues affecting Winder's progress have been identified as the overwhelming occurrence of vacant, substandard or underutilized structures.

Was it Hair Pulling, Eye Gouging, Stripping Away Clothes in the Dark?

During the wee hours of the morning in the dark, senators decided to raise taxes and not cut spending.

Auburn City Council to Consider Board Appointments, Hawthorne Avenue Name Change

The council will hold its first meeting of 2013 this evening.

Winder Planning & Development Committee to Hold First Meeting of 2013

This committee makes recommendations to the Winder City Council on street projects, business activities and other matters related to planning and development.

Final Meeting of 2012: Winder DDA to Discuss Public Restroom Facility for Downtown Area, Receive Updates on Park

Members of the Downtown Development Authority will meet at 11 a.m. today at the Winder Community Center.

Winder Council to Vote on Several Projects During Called Meeting

Council members will meet at 6 p.m. today at the Winder Community Center.

Read What's on the Agenda for Tonight's Statham City Council Work Session

The council will discuss agenda items that are set to be voted on during the Tuesday, Dec. 18, regular business meeting.

News Nearby: Sugarloaf Parkway Overpass Across 316 Opens Today

The overpass, entrance and exit ramps at Sugarloaf and Ga. Highway 316 in Dacula will open immediately after a 3:30 p.m. ribbon cutting ceremony.

News Nearby: Residents Object to Transitional Youth Home in Walton that Would Also Serve Barrow

Plans for a transitional home for troubled youths in Walton County has residents in the surrounding Loganville community up in arms.

Is Consolidated Government in Barrow County's Future?

Upon study of consolidation, it might prove to be a big mistake.

Winder Council Members Unanimously Approve Annexations that will Extend City Limits Almost to 316

The annexations of five properties will extend Winder's boundaries to Exchange Boulevard effective Jan. 1, City Planning Director Barry Edgar said, and more requests for annexation are forthcoming.

Road Projects, Committee Appointments on the Agenda for Winder City Council Meeting

Council members will meet at 6 p.m. today at the Winder Community Center. Read what's on the meeting agenda now.

Winder Council to Vote on Annexations of Approximately 80 Acres off 316

The properties include Athens Regional First Care and the Gateway Station development off Exchange Boulevard, which runs parallel to Ga. Highway 316.

Winder Council to Discuss Road Projects, Annexation Requests and Fort Yargo Water Winthdrawal

Read what's on the agenda for this evening's Winder City Council work session.