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In Our Community: Jackson EMC linemen rack up high finishes at rodeo

Jackson EMC linemen recorded multiple high finishes at the Georgia Lineman’s Rodeo. - photo by For The Times

06112018 COMMUNITY Jackson EMC linemen — Jackson EMC linemen recorded multiple high finishes at the Georgia Lineman’s Rodeo. - photo by For The Times

Updated: Jun 12, 2018, 3:48 AM

Published: Jun 11, 2018, 2:02 AM

Jackson EMC’s Kevin Grant, Matt Tolar and Scotty Tompkins were named top Journeyman Lineman Team at the 25th annual Georgia Lineman’s Rodeo held May 5 in Fort Valley. The competition attracts the best linemen in the state to compete in events based on traditional lineman tasks and skills.

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Update: I-985 southbound reopens after closing due to separate vehicle fire, crash

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Updated: Apr 5, 2025, 12:17 AM

Published: Apr 4, 2025, 10:14 PM

Lanes have reopened after a vehicle fire and crash Friday, April 4, caused both southbound lanes of Interstate 985 to be blocked in the Flowery Branch area.

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