Drivers Should Watch Out for Pedestrians this Labor Day Weekend — and Always

A report says the pedestrian death rate in Georgia is 25 percent higher than the overall U.S. rate.

Winder Downtown Development Authority to Discuss Downtown Street Realignments

Streets that could be affected include Jackson Street, Midland Avenue and Athens Street.

Drivers Should Expect Ongoing Utility Work in Downtown Winder

Crews are working to move water, sewer and even some natural gas lines in anticipation of the Streetscapes project along Broad Street.

CDC Says West Nile Virus Spreading at Record Pace — What Can You Do to Fend Off Mosquitoes around Your Home?

In an update Tuesday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the virus is spreading at a record pace.

County to Sue City of Auburn

Commissioners recently voted to turn the matter of unpaid sewer tap fees over to the county attorney for collections, according to a report by the Barrow Journal.

Barrow Republicans to Meet This Evening

The public is invited to attend.

State's Jobless Rate Increases to 9.3 percent in July

The long-term unemployed, out of work for more than 26 weeks, account for 51 percent of those unemployed in Georgia.

Statham City Council to Meet for Work Session Today

View the meeting agenda below.

Should Law Enforcement Be Able to Track a Cell Phone Using GPS Data With No Warrant?

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit says yes. Do you agree?

Winder City Council to Hold Called Meeting

Council members will convene at 6 p.m. today.

Beginning in September, Winder Council Makes Slight Change to Committee Meeting Schedule

The Public Safety Committee will now meet the fourth Thursday of the month and the Finance Committee will meet the second Thursday of the month.

Ten Votes Separated Candidates for District 2 Board of Commissioners Seat

The Barrow Journal reports that after a recount, Kenny Shook won the July 31 Republican Party Primary.

Barrow County Schools Changes: Buses, Calendar, Uniforms

Parents and students can expect a lot of changes when the school year kicks off this week in Barrow County, Ga. Keep up with the latest.

Concerned Barrow Parents Plan to Challenge Busing Changes

Parents commenting on a Barrow Patch letter to the editor plan to tell the Board of Education what they don't like about "Parental Responsibility Zones."

Winder Council to Discuss Proposed Name for Former Granite Hotel Site

The council will meet for a work session at 6 p.m. today.

Juvenile Curfew Now in Effect in Statham

Curfew hours are midnight to 6 a.m.

Winder Council to Hold Called Meeting on Thursday

The meeting will be held at 3 p.m.

Barrow Voters Say 'No' to TSPLOST

About 18 percent of Barrow County's registered voters cast ballots on Tuesday.

Barrow County Elections Supervisor Says Polls Have Been Slow

Residents have until 7 p.m. to vote in today's Primary Election.

Elections Supervisor to Barrow Journal: County Expecting 20 to 25 Percent Turnout on Tuesday

View sample ballots in PDF documents below.

DOT Maintenance Planned for Highway 82 and Interstate 85 in Barrow This Week

Drivers are asked to slow down and use caution in work areas.

Final Day to Vote in Advance

Barrow County residents can cast a ballot from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. today.

Barrow's Unemployment Rate for June Slightly Lower than Northeast Georgia Overall

The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that the preliminary unemployment rate in the Northeast Georgia area rose to 8.8 percent in June.

Bramlett Associates to Design Winder Operations Building

The locally-based architectural firm has been awarded a renovation design services contract following a recent request for proposals.

County Commissioners to Meet for Work Session

Commissioners to discuss agenda items prior to voting during the Aug. 14 meeting.

Statham Introduces Residents to HomeSafe Georgia

The city’s July newsletter highlights the Georgia-based mortgage assistance program.

Georgia Lottery OKs Online Ticket Sales

Digital sales would begin later this year or in 2013.

UGA Professor: 'T-SPLOST Prospects Look Dim'

Charles Bullock, Richard B. Russell Professor of Political Science at the University of Georgia, sees small chance of the initiative passing.

Former Winder Mayor Endorses Yearwood in Online Audio Recording

Do you agree with the former Mayor and his words about State Senate Candidate Danny Yearwood?

Winder’s Recent Request for Proposals Now Closed

Price sheets from 21 companies vying for the city’s utility bill printing and mailing services contract are now available for review online.

Patch Survey of GOP Leaders Shows Widespread Opposition to TSPLOST

Higher taxes and lack of trust are two reasons most Republican respondents are against the transportation referendum.

City of Auburn Promotes Water Conservation

The Barrow County municipality embraces a water conservation program as it reminds residents of the county's Level Three Drought Plan and implementation of water restrictions.

Rep. Terry England Recognized by American Conservative Union

England has been recognized as a “Defender of Liberty.”

DOT Crews to Mow Ga. Highway 211, Repair Drainage System on Ga. Highway 8 This Week

Drivers are asked to slow down in work area.

Supreme Court Got it Wrong Again

The Supreme Court allows lying about military service when a person is running for elective office.

Braselton Seeks Downtown Director

This individual will be responsible for the economic development of historic downtown area and execution of the Main Street program. The deadline to apply is Aug. 10.

Winder's Downtown Development Authority Meeting Rescheduled for Next Tuesday

The July meeting will be held Tuesday, July 24.

Statham to Increase Enforcement of Quality of Life Ordinances

The Statham Police Department and Code Enforcement Office have teamed up to ensure adherence to local ordinances.

Check Out Some Interactive Tools To Help You Through the 2012 Election Season

These gadgets and tools may be able to help you decide on a presidential candidate.

Republican Party to Host Candidate Forum Tonight at Bramlett Elementary

The forum will begin at 7 p.m. and is the second of three forums hosted by the Barrow County Republican Party.