fannin.fetchyournews.com - Election-2012

Collins Sworn In as New Congressman, Boehner Re-elected

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 15:54:12 -0600

Rep. Doug Collins (R-GA) was sworn in today as part of the 113th Congress and will represent North Georgia’s new ninth district.
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Fannin Votes NO on Charter Referendum! And Other Election News

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 08:20:00 -0600

Fannin County voted against the state-wide charter amendment referendum in last night’s election.
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Georgia Passes Charter Amendment

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 10:23:34 -0600

Voters approved the charter amendment referendum on yesterday's ballot.
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Collins Wins Ninth District

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 10:18:48 -0600

Republican Candidate Rep. Doug Collins has won the ninth district congressional seat.
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Obama Wins Second Term

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 09:58:27 -0600

Barack Obama has won a second term as president.
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Fannin Election Results and Precinct Totals

nospam@example.com (Staff Writer) — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 20:45:00 -0600

Below are the results of the Presidential election as well as the candidates running for office on the November 6th ballot:

Registered Voters: 14,514
Ballots Cast: 10,122
Voter Turnout: 69.74 %

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Fannin County Voters Up Early for 2012 Election

nospam@example.com (Justin Stover) — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 15:48:00 -0600

A large crowd of voters turned out early this morning for the last day of the 2012 General Election at Blue Ridge's Toccoa Precinct, one of the two largest voting precincts in Fannin County.
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Charter Confusion: A Few Final Comments

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 14:29:34 -0600

On Tuesday’s ballot, voters will be asked to approve an amendment to the state constitution granting the state authority to approve charter schools otherwise denied by local boards of education.
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Be Sure to Vote on Tuesday November 6th!

nospam@example.com (Staff Writer) — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 10:49:00 -0600

Precincts are open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Below is a sample ballot:
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Video: Forum Unearths Underbelly of Obamacare

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 11:42:05 -0500

“It is headed your way like a locomotive,”

Sandra Goss told a crowd at a Gilmer County healthcare forum last week.
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AGL Project Poised For Spring Completion

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 13:28:00 -0500

Written By Mellissa Griffin
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Battle in Boca; Romney Sidesteps Libya, Stays Ahead in Polls

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 11:25:47 -0500

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama entered the fray one more time in the final presidential debate Monday night in Florida.
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One More Time! Final Presidential Debate Set for Monday

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 15:24:41 -0500

The final presidential debate is set for next Monday, October 22nd in Florida.
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Rumble in New York: Romney vs. Obama-Crowley

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 15:15:33 -0500

In an unprecedented move last night, Moderator Candy Crowley (CNN) intervened on the side of President Barack Obama during the second presidential debate.
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Round Two: Romney and Obama Meet Again in Second Presidential Debate

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 15:29:27 -0500

Slated for Tuesday, October 16th, the second presidential debate will take place at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York.
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Sound and Fury: Biden Bets on Bombastic, Ryan on Substance

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 14:40:43 -0500

Biden showed the American People that he is erratic, sometimes weird, undignified and bombastic.
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Ryan and Biden Square Off in Thursday’s VP Debate

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 16:45:56 -0500

With the first presidential debate now over, it’s time for the VP candidates to spar.
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Romney Dominates in Denver

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 14:53:05 -0500

Republican Presidential Candidate Mitt Romney’s months of hard work paid off last night.
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First Presidential Debate Fires up in Denver Wednesday

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 11:21:31 -0500

Republican Presidential Candidate Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama square off tonight in the first of three debates leading up to the November Election.
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DNC Ends, Conventions’ Close Signal November Election

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 19:12:42 -0500

The Democratic National Convention (DNC) ended last week in Charlotte, North Carolina signaling the final jaunt to the November Election.
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Kiker Survives Recount!

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 12:52:03 -0500

R. Scott Kiker survived a recount for Fannin County Probate Judge today.
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Fitts-Queen Calls for Recount

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 14:45:13 -0500

Probate Judge Candidate Julie Fitts-Queen filed for a recount today, according to the Fannin County Board of Elections.
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Romney Rises at RNC!

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 18:39:19 -0500

In a long-awaited reception, Mitt Romney officially accepted the Republican nomination for candidate for President of the United States last night at the Republican National Convention in Tampa.
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Kiker Wins Runoff in Probate Race!

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 13:02:39 -0500

Following a hard-fought race, R. Scott Kicker has won the run-off for Fannin County Probate Judge.
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Olens, Bondi Team-up at RNC

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 09:36:12 -0500

“We did everything in our power to stop it, taking the fight all the way to the United States Supreme Court.”

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Collins Win: a Rejection of National Endorsements?

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 18:58:21 -0500

Rep. Doug Collins handily won the Republican nomination last night in a tense race for the ninth district congressional seat against Martha Zoller.
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Fannin Election Results and Precinct Totals

nospam@example.com (Justin Stover) — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 08:51:00 -0500

U.S. Representative, District 9 - REP
12 of 12 Precincts Reporting
Percent Votes
DOUG COLLINS (REP) 66.44% 2,772
MARTHA ZOLLER (REP) 33.56% 1,400
4,172

District Attorney, Appalachian Circuit - REP
12 of 12 Precincts Reporting
Percent Votes
JOE HENDRICKS (I) (REP) 31.78% 1,429
B. ALISON SOSEBEE (REP) 68.22% 3,068
4,497

TAX COMMISSIONER - R
12 of 12 Precincts Reporting
Percent Votes
JOHN T. CHASTAIN (REP) 47.45% 2,145
SHIRLEY SOSEBEE (REP) 52.55% 2,376
4,521

CHAIR COMMISSION - R
12 of 12 Precincts Reporting
Percent Votes
TOMMY K. LEDFORD (REP) 41.22% 1,851
BILL SIMONDS (I) (REP) 58.78% 2,639
4,490

CC P1 - R
12 of 12 Precincts Reporting
Percent Votes
CLARENCE J. FARMER (REP) 44.28% 1,971
EARL JOHNSON (REP) 55.72% 2,480
4,451

FYN reports that the official winner of the probate judge race will not be named until August 31, 2012, once certified by the state, as the Probate Judge race is too close to call.
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Sosebee Named New DA

nospam@example.com (Justin Stover) — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 21:05:36 -0500

Alison Sosebee has been declared the new District Attorney for the Appalachain Circuit.
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Fannin EARLY VOTING Results Only

nospam@example.com (Staff Writer) — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 18:46:00 -0500

Below is the Fannin Early Voting Results only. FYN will keep you updated as the election results continue to come in.
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Collins Endorses Ledford and Other Run-off News

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 15:02:25 -0500

Former Candidate Randy Collins recently told FYN he will endorse former opponent Tommy Ledford in the August 21st runoff race for commissioner chairman.
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Social Issues and Fitzpatrick’s Legacy Shape Ninth District Runoff

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 20:07:55 -0500

As the dust settles after Tuesday night’s ETC ninth district debate and, with the runoff under a week away, one thing seems clear: the Collins camp has pushed social issues to the top of its platform.
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DAs Duel Once More in Runoff Debate

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 20:50:55 -0500

Incumbent District Attorney Joe Hendricks and Challenger B. Alison Sosebee sparred again last night on ETC to garner votes for the August 21st run-off.
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ETC Debates: District Attorney Run-Off Race

nospam@example.com (Cheryl Duncan) — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 07:45:00 -0500

FYN & ETC 3 brings you a one hour debate featuring B. Alison Sosebee and Incumbent Joe Hendricks.
ETC 3 will re-air the debate on Thursday 8/16 at 9:00 p.m, Saturday 8/18 at 11:00 a.m. and Monday 8/20 at 7:00 p.m.
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ETC Debates: 9th District Run-Off Race

nospam@example.com (Cheryl Duncan) — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 07:43:00 -0500

FYN & ETC 3 brings you a one hour debate featuring Martha Zoller and Doug Collins.
ETC 3 will re-air the debate on Thursday 8/16 at 9:00 p.m, Saturday 8/18 at 11:00 a.m. and Monday 8/20 at 7:00 p.m.
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Zoller Tops Collins in Run-off Poll

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 18:16:41 -0500

Martha Zoller is currently leading Rep. Doug Collins in the ninth district congressional run-off, according to a recent Wenzel Strategies Poll.
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Early Voting for Runoff Election Begins August 13th

nospam@example.com (Justin Stover) — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 09:51:00 -0500

Early voting for the August 21st Runoff Election in Fannin County will begin Monday, August 13th and last until Friday, August 17th. Early voting can be done at the Board of Elections office located at 400 West Main Street, Suite 301 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. For more information please contact your local Board of Elections office at 706-632-7740.

Complaints Filed Against Kirby

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 10:35:16 -0500

FYN has confirmed that complaints against Sheriff Dane Kirby have been filed with the Georgia Secretary of State.
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Four Run-offs for Fannin County

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 19:18:07 -0500

After months of rigorous campaigns and hard-fought debates, the July primaries ended in four run-off races for Fannin County: commissioner chairman, post one commissioner, probate judge, and tax commissioner.
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Run Off In DA Race

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 11:14:06 -0500

The district attorney race for the Appalachian Circuit ended in a run-off Tuesday night between Incumbent Joe Hendricks and B. Alison Sosebee; Harry Doss was eliminated from the contest.
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TSPLOST Defeated!

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 15:00:55 -0500

The TSPLOST referendum was defeated handily yesterday.
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Run-Off in Ninth District

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 12:59:19 -0500

The ninth district congressional race ended last night in a run-off between Rep Doug Collins (Gainesville) and Martha Zoller, while Roger Fitzpatrick was eliminated from the contest.
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Complete Precinct Reports for Election 2012

nospam@example.com (Justin Stover) — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 12:13:00 -0500

Below is a list of separate precincts in Fannin County with Election Results:
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Complete Precinct Reports for Election 2012 Part 2

nospam@example.com (Justin Stover) — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 11:56:58 -0500

Below is the second list of separate precincts in Fannin County with Election Results:
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Official Fannin County Election 2012 Results

nospam@example.com (Jordan Hill) — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 11:27:00 -0500

Kirby and Bradley win in Fannin.

To see a breakdown of the results precinct by precinct click here.
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DAs Debate Truth in Advertising on ETC

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 15:39:04 -0500

In a grueling test of character last week, district attorney candidates defended the truth of their campaign mailers during a televised debate.
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ETC Debates: District Attorney

nospam@example.com (Jordan Hill) — Sun, 29 Jul 2012 21:13:00 -0500

FYN & ETC 3 brings you a one hour debate featuring Joe Hendricks, B. Alison Sosebee and Harry Doss.
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ETC Debates: Superior Court Judges

nospam@example.com (Jordan Hill) — Sun, 29 Jul 2012 21:12:00 -0500

FYN & ETC 3 brings you a one hour debate featuring Robert Sneed and Roger Bradley.
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ETC Debates: U.S. 9th Congressional District

nospam@example.com (Cheryl Duncan) — Sun, 29 Jul 2012 21:11:00 -0500

FYN & ETC 3 brings you a two hour debate featuring 9th District Congressional Candidates Martha Zoller & Roger Fitzpatrick.
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Alison Sosebee Did Not Fix DUI

nospam@example.com (Brian K. Pritchard) — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 16:41:00 -0500

Alison Sosebee did not fix a DUI case in Ellijay City Court, this was the comment FYN received from Ellijay City Police Chief Larry Callahan.

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Judge Race Boils Over at Televised Debate

nospam@example.com (Daniel McKeon) — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 16:34:40 -0500

Appalachian Superior Court Judge Challenger Robert Sneed ramped up his offensive during a televised debate this week.
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