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Record-setting cold temperatures over the Christmas weekend left both local governments and private citizens fixing broken water lines.

Record-setting cold temperatures over the Christmas weekend left both local governments and private citizens fixing broken water lines.

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Record lows cause issues with utilities over holiday weekend

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Wednesday, December 28, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   Record-setting cold temperatures over the Christmas weekend left both local governments and private citizens fixing broken water lines. The cold snap sent morning temperatures into the single digits and day-time highs below freezing in Franklin County.
A fire on Buttercup Lane in Gumlog destroyed a family’s home and claimed one life on Christmas Eve. (Photo courtesy of the State Insurance Commissioner’s Office)

A fire on Buttercup Lane in Gumlog destroyed a family’s home and claimed one life on Christmas Eve. (Photo courtesy of the State Insurance Commissioner’s Office)

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One killed, family left homeless after fire in Gumlog

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Wednesday, December 28, 2022
From staff reports   GUMLOG – One person was killed on Christmas Eve in a house fire on Buttercup Lane. Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced in a press release Tuesday that four others  were injured in the fire, which occurred during the early morning hours.
The Royston City Council plans to consider raising its water and sewer rates in January.

The Royston City Council plans to consider raising its water and sewer rates in January.

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Royston to vote on utility rate increases in January

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   ROYSTON – The Royston City Council plans to consider raising its water and sewer rates in January. The question is by how much. The city council was presented two different scenarios for rates at a called meeting Tuesday.
Marcia Millsap, with Duchess, stands in front of her Christmas tree, which is just one of the many decorations in her home. Millsap transforms the inside of her house each year into a holiday wonderland. For the complete story, see Page 12A. (Photo by Scoggins)

Marcia Millsap, with Duchess, stands in front of her Christmas tree, which is just one of the many decorations in her home. Millsap transforms the inside of her house each year into a holiday wonderland. For the complete story, see Page 12A. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Christmas decorations bring joy to Royston woman

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   ROYSTON – Marcia Millsap said she loves Christmas and one look at the inside of her home confirms that. Millsap spends two weeks each year transforming her home into a holiday paradise. The kitchen has wooden Santa Claus figurines along the window sill.
Franklin County and Carnesville are working on a deal for the city to sell its water and sewer systems to the county.

Franklin County and Carnesville are working on a deal for the city to sell its water and sewer systems to the county.

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Utilities for sale

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   CARNESVILLE – Franklin County and Carnesville are working on a deal for the city to sell its water and sewer systems to the county. The Carnesville City Council voted Tuesday to give Mayor Harris Little power to complete the sale.
ROYSTON – There were plenty of smiles, waves and candy Saturday evening during the Royston Christmas Parade. Citizens lined the parade route to celebrate the season and watch the parade of emergency vehicles, floats and assorted vehicles. For more photos, see Page 16. (Photos by Scoggins)

ROYSTON – There were plenty of smiles, waves and candy Saturday evening during the Royston Christmas Parade. Citizens lined the parade route to celebrate the season and watch the parade of emergency vehicles, floats and assorted vehicles. For more photos, see Page 16. (Photos by Scoggins)

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Royston celebrates Christmas with parade

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
The Christmas season was celebrated Saturday with the Royston Parade of Lights. Beginning at 5 p.m., a host of floats, vehicles and walkers paraded through town to show the Christmas spirit.
A special election to fill the soon-to-be vacant District 4 seat on the Franklin County Board of Commissioners will be held March 21.

A special election to fill the soon-to-be vacant District 4 seat on the Franklin County Board of Commissioners will be held March 21.

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Special election March 21

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   CARNESVILLE – A special election to fill the soon-to-be vacant District 4 seat on the Franklin County Board of Commissioners will be held March 21. Qualifying for the post will be held Jan. 9-11.
A search that discovered marijuana, ecstacy and methamphetamine led to drug charges against two people Dec. 7. (Photo courtesy of the Applachian Regional Drug Enforcement Office)

A search that discovered marijuana, ecstacy and methamphetamine led to drug charges against two people Dec. 7. (Photo courtesy of the Applachian Regional Drug Enforcement Office)

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Search results in drug charges

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
From staff reports   CANON – Two people were arrested on drug charges Dec. 7 after a search of a residence in Canon. The search was conducted by officers with the Appalachian Regional Drug Enforcement Office (ARDEO) and the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.
The City of Royston is looking at about $5 million in repairs and renovations to its water and sewer systems.

The City of Royston is looking at about $5 million in repairs and renovations to its water and sewer systems.

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Royston looking at water, sewer work

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   ROYSTON – The City of Royston is looking at about $5 million in repairs and renovations to its water and sewer systems. Chris Quigley of Peoples & Quigley Inc.
The late Chris Forrer's family and members of the Franklin County School System attended an awards ceremony last week where Forrer was posthumously awarded the Pioneer in Education Award by Pioneer RESA.

The late Chris Forrer's family and members of the Franklin County School System attended an awards ceremony last week where Forrer was posthumously awarded the Pioneer in Education Award by Pioneer RESA.

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RESA honors Forrer with Pioneer Award

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
CLEVELAND – The Pioneer Regional Educational Services Agency (RESA) honored Franklin County School Superintendent Chris Forrer, who passed away last month, with its annual Pioneer in Education Award. The award is presented to educators “who positively impact both students and the field of education.