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Hinesville election results in
Here are preliminary results for Hinesville from the Liberty County Board of Elections and Voter Registration:
Gum Branch election results
By a 13-vote margin, Kathy Todd won the mayoral race in Tuesday's Gum Branch municipal election.
City council asked to consider pit-bull ban
The Hinesville City Council held its monthly meeting on Thursday, voting on or agreeing to further discussion on zoning and community development issues, surplus property and alcoholic beverage special event permits and license renewals. And, during the public commenting period, council members heard from a man who said he is fed up with a particular dog breed.
Ludowici election set for Tuesday
After much campaigning, the Ludowici city election is set for Tuesday.
Water reclamation plant on hold
After months of quiet on a heated issue, the Liberty County Development Authority confirmed that its Laurel View water reclamation facility is not moving forward at this time.
BoC to negotiate for complex construction
The Liberty County Board of Commissioners discussed project proposals for the East End Community Complex and a request for a county marijuana ordinance during its Tuesday meeting.
City addresses homelessness
Hinesville Mayor Jim Thomas Jr. proclaimed this week Homeless and Hunger Awareness Week on Tuesday at city hall during a town hall meeting organized by Homeless Prevention Program coordinator Daisy Jones, who works in the city's Community Development Department.
Man run over while he slept
A man, apparently hitchhiking toward Florida, was killed in a freak accident early Thursday.
Election Tuesday, early voting ends Friday
Early voting at the Liberty County Board of Elections office for the Nov. 8 elections will end at 5 p.m. Friday, according to Elections Supervisor Ella Golden.
Indigent burial prices on the rise
While many households, businesses and governments are engaging in widespread austerity, one expense is on the rise: burials.
Scarecrows, beggars invade city
Scarecrows, beggars and thousands of their ghoulish friends invaded downtown Hinesville on Friday for the third annual Scarecrow Stroll and Beggars Night, organized by the Hinesville Downtown Development Authority.
Ludowici city councilman dies at 91
Ludowici City Councilman A.A. "Zip" Billings, 91, died Tuesday night in Savannah from congestive heart failure, according to Ludowici City Clerk Tara Manning.
Ludowici councilman dies
Ludowici City Councilman, A.A. "Zip" Billings, 91, died Tuesday night in Savannah.
Church burglary suspect arrested, remorseful
A man suspected of stealing a safe in September from Baconton Missionary Baptist Church in Allenhurst was arrested Tuesday without incident, according to LCSO Detective Julie Hibbeler.
New voter registration cards on way to some residents
The Liberty County Board of Elections soon will mail out new voter registration cards to those voters affected by Hinesville's recent redistricting plan, according to Elections Supervisor Ella Golden.
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Two mayors elected to GMA Board
Hinesville Mayor James Thomas and Midway Mayor Clemontine Washington were elected to the Board of Directors for the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) during the association's annual meeting June 23 in Savannah.
Board taps Michelle Ricketson to lead downtown development authority
After an extensive search, the Hinesville Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors selected Michelle Ricketson as the agency's new executive director.
Hineshouse runs free summer learning camp
Now that the school year is over, many local children are attending a free summer learning camp hosted by the Hineshouse Project Inc.'s Resident Services Department.
Dasher ends 45-year lumber yard career
Hinesville native William Dasher celebrated 45 years of employment with a retirement barbecue Thursday at Downs Lumber and Supply.
Liberty celebrates Independence Day
Events at Fort Stewart and Fort Morris gave Liberty County families and visitors an opportunity to celebrate the nation's birthday all day long Friday.
God and Country Day planned in Ludowici
Faith Baptist Church will host "God and Country Day" at 11 a.m. Sunday at 12 S. McDonald St. in Ludowici.
SPLOST failure could mean tax hike
With general elections only four months away, politicians are moving into full-on campaign mode. But gubernatorial, congressional and senate candidates aside, Liberty County voters will face another decision at the ballot box this November - a referendum for a special purpose local option sales tax, better known as SPLOST.
Hinesville Rotary installs new officers
The Hinesville Rotary Club installed new officers Tuesday night at its weekly meeting. New club President Brigitte Shanken and fellow officers were sworn in by Rotary District 6920 Gov. Ted Thompson.
Area under Tropical Storm Watch
The National Weather Service in Charleston issued a Tropical Storm Alert for Arthurs at 11:20 a.m.
John McIver honored in auditorium dedication
Former Liberty County Commission Chairman John D. McIver was honored Friday evening in a ceremony marking the dedication of the newly remodeled auditorium at the Liberty County Community Complex in Midway.
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