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Hahira hears about housing resource solutions
HAHIRA — With the state of the economy still uncertain, the reduction in water and sewer tap fees in Hahira will likely remain in place, as was discussed at the city council work session Monday evening.
The current reduction allows a $1,500 fee per 3/4-inch water tap as well as a $1,500 fee per four-inch sewer tap for residential developments, as opposed to the regular rate of $2,500 per tap. Hahira City Manager Jonathan Sumner said that Hahira only got 11 taps last year, proof that builders may still need some relief in these hard economic times.
In other news, Housing Resource Solutions Business Owner Kelley Thomas made a presentation about her organization and the services it offers. Housing Resource Solutions is an affordable housing development association that teaches people how to be responsible homeowners and informs them of programs and resources available to them. Housing Resources Solutions assists clients in qualifying for homes that range from $108,000 to $115,000. The business is in the process of becoming a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization.
Housing Resource Solutions recently held a workshop in November and is planning a resource fair in Valdosta in February. Thomas asked for Hahira’s assistance in promoting the business and its events.
During the regular session Thursday evening, council members will take oaths of office and Mayor Wayne Bullard will make his State of the City Address. The council will also elect its city clerk and mayor pro tem. The regular session will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Hahira Courthouse.
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Nathan Deal visits Valdosta
Republican Nathan Deal stopped in Valdosta on Thursday, staying just long enough to answer a few questions and make a brief statement to both the media and his supporters.
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Brother shoots brother in Cook
A 13-year-old boy is dead, the victim of a single gunshot wound to the face. His 14-year-old brother has been identified as the shooter, according to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. However, the investigation continues, Cook County Sheriff Johnny Daughtry said Thursday.
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Undercover Uncovered: To save his ministry, man shares his undercover past
Jim Harnage knew something was wrong when several participating families suddenly backed out of a new program within his Silent Ministries.
He soon learned why.
Some of the participants told Harnage that they had heard he once worked undercover with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. They asked him if this was true. Harnage did not initially know how to reply to the question.
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Sharper Fest 2010 scheduled for this weekend
With a theme of “Walk Against Violence,” Sharper Fest 2010 is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 1.
In addition to an anti-violence message, the day promises “the largest kids’ festival in the South,” with free bounce houses and slide rides throughout the day, says organizer Dexter Sharper. Participants can also expect characters, face-painting and children’s train rides. - Night Moves for Friday July 30, 2010
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Early voting underway in primary runoff
A total of 84 people cast ballots on Thursday, the first day of early voting in the 2010 General Primary/Special Election runoff. Of those, 72 were Republicans and 12 were Democrats.
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Dive Right In: Wild Adventures diving show makes a splash
At 31 feet above the water’s surface, Manuel Mendes pauses on the metal tower.
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Senators battle for Wanat
A group of politicians representing a broad spectrum of Americans took up the fight of a few last week.
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Back Behind Bars: Authorities locate inmates accidentally released
Three Lowndes County jail inmates accidentally released a week ago into the general public are back behind bars.
- Night Moves for Thursday July 29, 2010
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