Winter Weather Preparedness Week

Don’t let warm weather fool you — Old Man Winter is right around the corner. As you begin to get into the holiday spirit, make sure you’re ready if the weather turns out to be more frightful than delightful. Winter Weather Preparedness Week focuses on a different preparedness topic each day. Learn about different ways to prepare…

BASKETBALL SIGN UPS

************* BASKETBALL IS HERE*************** BASKETBALL SIGN UPS will begin this week at the Government Center Gym. The times are listed below. Please bring cash or check and make sure you have copy of Birth Certificate with you. THURSDAY 11-5 from 6pm – 8pm SATURDAY 11-7 from 9am – 2pm FEES: 1st child $85 2nd child…

2015 National Preparedness Month

Theme: Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today. September is National Preparedness Month.  This year we are asking you to take action now – make a plan with your community, your family, and for your pets.  Plan how to stay safe and communicate during the disasters that can affect your community. We ask everyone to…

NOTICE OF PROPERTY TAX INCREASE

NOTICE OF PROPERTY TAX INCREASE The Jones County Board of Commissioners has tentatively adopted a millage rate which will require an increase in property taxes by 17.62% in the Incorporated tax district and 20.26% in the Unincorporated tax district. All concerned citizens are invited to the public hearings on this tax increase to be held…

Blazing Heat Grips Jones County

With heat index readings reaching over 104° this week, here are some precautions and emergency procedures pertaining to heat related injuries. First, the best defense is prevention. •Drink more fluids (nonalcoholic), regardless of your activity level. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink. Warning: If your doctor generally limits the amount of fluid you drink…