Margaret Pope
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Jackson County
Pendergrass to Vote on Increased 2026 Budget Nov. 18
The Pendergrass City Council is scheduled to vote on the fiscal year 2026 budget during its Nov. 18 meeting. The proposed $3 million budget reflects an increase of nearly $400,000 from the FY25 budget. Approximately $125,000 will be added for employee benefits and another $125,000 for purchased services. Financial clerk…
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UGA’s Fan Engagement Provides Incentives, Interaction for All Fans
The University of Georgia is home to 21 varsity level sports teams, bringing fans from all over the country, but sometimes watching the sport is not the only way to get spectators involved and excited. UGA women’s soccer team played against the Louisiana State Tigers in front of a crowd…
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Jackson County
Pendergrass Police Chief Resigns Following GBI Investigation
Pendergrass Police Chief Billy McDaniel submitted his resignation to Mayor Bill Ellis on Oct. 25, the mayor told the council at its Oct. 28 meeting. McDaniel’s resignation follows the completion of a GBI investigation into missing evidence. No updates were given about the plans for a new police chief. City…
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Jackson County
Officer, Councilman End Meeting in Shouting Match
Pendergrass Police Department officer Kirk Davis and Pendergrass City Council member Gabriel Gomez got into a screaming match during the public comments portion of the Oct. 28 meeting, before the council went into executive session. Justin Elrod said during public comment that Gomez posted his photo on social media associating…