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I've received a report from another news agency searching for the identity and photo of a soldier from Paulding who has given his life in Afghanistan. The news agency asking assistance did not have a name and pcom is unaware of whom it may be. Still the news, if accurate, is exceptionally sad. - pubby

I just left Hiram headed toward Dallas (and the office) and while there was a nice bit of rain for a moment along 278, there wasn't any notably high winds. What was most interesting was that in the few minutes it took to drive the five or six miles west, the outdoor temperature dropped from 82 to 69 degrees. pubby

I've had a request, not from the OP to close this. I will set the topic to close at about 1 p.m. pubby

This week: **Ledford murder trial update ** ** The choking game- Parent summit **** officer receives commendation from county **** Hardy set to unveil Camaro **** County meeting news **** Video 'Easter egg' ** Click for RECENT TOPICS click for RECENT TOPICS click for RECENT TOPICS

This is a big deal folks. Here's a video from Motor Trend explaining why. pubby

Surepip: Because the special master in arbitration had set this as the value, the county was pretty much resolved that was going to be the amount ... that the appeal from the special master netted the plaintiff no more money means it is a victory. Indeed, I've gotten a correction on some information that says that the county had already put up the entire $3.2 million ... in a bond to the court. Here is the info I got by PM. Of course a good part of the misinformation came from the competing views of what was presented by opposing counsel. Oh well. The above, from on

How did you get that LPPT wanted the county to fail? That made no sense at all. As far as slowing down the development ... LPPT ... that would have been more likely had the award been $5 or $10 million instead of the $3.2 million actually awarded. In fact, as the story pointed out, a round of mediation came up with the exact $3.2 million figure and from the time of the condemnation, there has been $2.5 million held in escrow as that was the figure the county agreed to when they chose to condemn the property (actually the low appraisal.) Basically the county expected to pay that

These engines and tranny were, in a different state of tune I believe, first used in the Cadillac and Pontiac G8 ... so they've been around. pubby I understand, you wait for a new car to be used, depreciate and when it is at its nadir of value, you buy it figuring it will end up making you money. But all that aside, I like your observation about not being a conservative. We finally agree on something wholeheartedly. pubby

Eric's chief, I'm sorry to hear of Gail's passing. I know through you, the times and efforts that your entire family endured and how their lives have become so interdependent. I know you all were prepared but at the same time, there is no way to prepare for the void that materializes in the daily life that had been full. Your tribute, though, is exceptional and demonstrates the humanity and love that exists in your clan. May God bless you and all your family. pubby

PSD: I have to admit, you are a true conservative ... stuck in the 60s. The 2010 is a refined, fuel-efficient, clean, safe, powerful, refined automobile with all independent suspension, four-wheel disk brakes, full air-bag system and six-speed tranny and that beats the torque rush of a 396 with solid axle, front disk/rear drum with a four-on-the-floor) anyday. Better is just plain better! And from the reports I've read/viewed - this one is more fun too boot in an any fool can be uncomfortable sort of way. pubby

This week: ** County ordered to pay $3.2 million for airport property ** ** Take back America rally on Square **** Georgia Classic Rides car show Saturday **** Pcom to do live remote at Southern Biker ** Click for RECENT TOPICS click for RECENT TOPICS click for RECENT TOPICS

PCommers! You're invited to the most exciting new car unveiling in Paulding history on Saturday, May 9th at Hardy Chevrolet I was talking with Jason Benson at Hardy Chevrolet Wednesday and he is giving Pcom the opportunity to do the contest for the first three test drives of the new 2010 Camaro when they unveil this All-New All American classic on May 9th. To get a chance to win, you'll need to post your desire here. And let me say, you really want to win this opportunity to drive the 2010 Camaro. Prototypes of this car have already won major magazine comparisons with other pony c

I knew that Really I did pubby

Whomever is organizing ought to contact me. pubby

I don't figure they are sure ... or at least the PIO was not informed of that aspect. What I do know is tha that Cobb has a contingent that works very closely with ICE ... and if immigration is an issue, it will be explored. pubby

No fatality here. Rather the thing that got folks excited is that a passenger in one of the vehicles simply hightailed it out of the area to avoid having to talk with the cops. There is a topic in the countywide news that covers the entire topic. pubby

UPDATE on the accident: Direct from Officer Dana Pierce of the Cobb PD: First, there was no fatality. The accident occurred 9:20 pm when Patrick Jones, 39, of Cobb County was driving southbound on Holland Road just a few hundred yards east of the Paulding county line. He was attempting to turn his 2005 Honda Odyssey east bound onto GA 120 when he was struck in the door by a 1999 Ford F-150 truck driven by Adan Sanchez-Menera, 21, a resident of Roswell. Mr. Sanchez-Menera who was traveling west bound on GA 120 with a passenger. Most seriously injured was Mr. Jones who was taken

One bit of news regarding the Ledford trial is actually no-news... i.e. that the trial will go on. That news was that a deal was reached between the public defenders office and the defense attorney's in the trial for payment of some $60,000 due them for their defense. pubby

Update on Ledford capital murder trial ** Georgia Cities foundation looks to help finance startup businesses in Dallas ** CASA's annual vigil **Weekend events including Cousins for Cure, Cobb Improv and Black Belt qualification ** Click for RECENT TOPICS click for RECENT TOPICS click for RECENT TOPICS

Helicopter egg drop **The docket **Spring break breaks good for businesses **Meth blamed for Hitler's madness **Pubby's odd poll explained **Happy Easter ** Click for RECENT TOPICS click for RECENT TOPICS click for RECENT TOPICS

Actually, rather than a nightmare, it sounded like a success if a lot of folks came. I understand the disappointment with your little one's not getting anything but it looks like, by having four different fields and drops, based on age group, all kids will be able to get some goodies. pubby

Should a start a poll on whether the former chairman was dissed in the current's chairman's speech ... or how dissed he was. pubby

PCSO aids in arrest of child porn purveyor ** Touch a truck at Seven Hills a hit ** Boy Scouts get food for needy ** Tanner opens mental health facility ** Chairman Austin addresses Chamber on State of the County Click for RECENT TOPICS click for RECENT TOPICS click for RECENT TOPICS

With possible thunderstorms and a tornado watch for the southern part of Georgia, Paulding needs to be on alert to possible bad weather. We post this weather radar on the front so folks can keep an eye on what is happening. No warnings, just be aware that the weather may turn sour. Click for RECENT TOPICS click for RECENT TOPICS click for RECENT TOPICS