June 19, 2013

Local company teams up with the ‘Save Homeless Veterans’ organization

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(Carrollton, GA) --For the month of May, Addison Smith teamed up with the ‘Save Homeless Veterans’ foundation to raise money for their cause. For every system purchased we donated $100.00, for every service call made we donated $25.00 and for every worry free service agreement sold/renewed we donated $10.00. We are proud to say that with the help of … [Read more...]

HELP WANTED: Manhole Rehab Foreman

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Help Wanted Manhole Rehab Foreman Qualifying applicant should have experience in industrial coatings, sandblasting, painting, and concrete finishing. Accountable for all aspects of safety, quality, production and supervision of 1 or 2 manhole rehab crews. Prepare quantity reports, daily payroll sheets, order material, coordinate deliveries and be … [Read more...]

WOW Advertising Grand Opening (April 5-6)

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(Franklin, GA) - WOW Advertising.net will hold its big grand opening this Friday and Saturday from Noon-5:00 pm at 2298 Franklin Parkway. Refreshments will be available as well as free quotes and door prizes. If you have any questions or need more information see the flyer below or please call (706) 675- 3266. … [Read more...]

Septic Problems?

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SEPTIC PROBLEMS? The State of Georgia recommends pumping septic systems every 3 to 5 years. Are your toilets making gurgling noises, sinks draining slowly or do you have wet spots with an odor in your yard? Improper usage coupled with a rise in the water table makes septic systems prone to fail. Pumping is a much cheaper alternative than replacement and … [Read more...]

Deal: Koch Foods to create 750 new jobs in Harris County

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~Poultry processor will invest $49 million in expansions, bring total employment up to 1,400 at West Georgia facility (Hamilton, GA) - Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Koch Foods will expand its poultry processing facility in Hamilton, creating 750 new jobs and investing $49 million. Koch Foods is one of only five vertically integrated food processors … [Read more...]

Rivers Pools back in business

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A family business that originally started over 40 years ago is re-starting in 2013 with the return of Rivers Pools. Brothers Carlton and Keith Rivers, and Keith’s son Adam are back in business, actively working on their first pool in ten years, with plans to reestablish this area’s largest and most respected pool company. Their father, Floyd Rivers, … [Read more...]

Chief Hannah: Citizens should be cautious of tax season scams

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During the first quarter of every “New Year,” like it or not, everyone has the chore of communicating with Uncle Sam before April 15th. Franklin Police Department and neighboring agencies have noticed that it is during tax time that crimes such as Identity crimes are the greatest. Identity crimes are identified by the Secret Service as the misuse of … [Read more...]

Georgia Power names Howze manager of Plant Wansley

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(Atlanta, GA) – Georgia Power has named Johnny Howze Plant Manager of Wansley Steam Plant near Carrollton. Howze previously served as manager of Georgia Power’s Plant Branch.. He began his career at Southern Company in 1990 as a summer student, and has progressed through various leadership positions at Alabama Power, Gulf Power and Georgia Power, … [Read more...]

New Changes on the Horizon for Automobile Purchases:”The New Ad Valorem Tax”

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Article Courtesy of Stephens and Stephens Accounting During the 2012 legislative session, House Bill 386 passed the General Assembly by a vote of 155 to nine. lt includes several tax reforms such as: eliminating the marriage penalty by expanding the personal exemption for married individuals; special exemptions for the manufacturing, agriculture, and … [Read more...]

Heard Chamber Welcomes Loco Rio Mexican Restaurant

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Brian Rogers cuts the ribbon to kick off Loco Rio's big Grand Opening weekend Friday afternoon. Loco is gearing up for a large crowd Saturday night when they feature a Comedy Show and Eley Road. The Heard County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting Friday afternoon for their newest member, Loco Rio Mexican Restaurant. Loco Rio is located on the … [Read more...]