tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:42:12 +0000Official website of the Clarke County Republican Committeehttp://www.athensgop.org/noreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)Blogger67125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-7864786164864049003Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:28:00 +00002010-02-25T16:42:12.766-05:00Join us for the CCRC's next monthly meeting, scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Monday, 08 March. Our speakers for the evening will be Congressman Nathan Deal, candidate for Governor, and Kelly Gary, candidate for Georgia Senate District 47.The meeting takes place at CCRC Headquarters, located at 445 North Milledge Avenue. Refreshments will be served beginning at 6:00 p.m., with the program following at http://www.athensgop.org/2010/02/ccrc-march-meeting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-4184825100470560203Tue, 09 Feb 2010 19:48:00 +00002010-02-09T14:57:37.425-05:00Due to the overwhelming success of last year’s property tax workshop, the Clarke County Republican Committee is sponsoring two more such workshops.The two sessions, again conducted by local attorney Regina Quick, will be held at CCRC Headquarters, located at 445 North Milledge Avenue, on Saturday, 20 February. The first session begins at 10:30 a.m. and the second session follows at 1:30 p.m. http://www.athensgop.org/2010/02/upcoming-property-tax-workshops.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-3000228028851781213Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:14:00 +00002010-01-22T13:21:28.450-05:00Join us for the CCRC's next monthly meeting, scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Monday, 08 February. Our speakers for the evening will be Shane Coley, candidate for Georgia Senate District 47, and Harold Logsdon, candidate for Georgia Insurance & Fire Safety Commissioner.The meeting will take place at CCRC Headquarters, located at 445 North Milledge Avenue. Refreshments will be served beginning at 6:00 http://www.athensgop.org/2010/01/ccrc-february-meeting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-3399941053097458492Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:59:00 +00002010-01-19T10:20:32.469-05:00The Clarke County Republican Party is sponsoring a debate featuring GOP candidates for the governorship of Georgia. The debate will take place at the University of Georgia’s Grady College of Journalism auditorium at 7:00 p.m. on the evening of Tuesday, 19 January 2010.Confirmed Republican candidates for the office of Governor who will attend the debate include:• Georgia State SenatorJeff Chapmanhttp://www.athensgop.org/2010/01/tonight-is-night.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-7603376788500027115Mon, 21 Dec 2009 20:50:00 +00002009-12-27T21:39:58.760-05:00Join us for the CCRC's next monthly meeting, scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Monday, 11 January 2010. Our speaker for the evening will be Melvin Everson, the lone Republican candidate for Georgia Commissioner of Labor.Those who attended the CCRC’s recent raffle will remember Mr. Everson as a dynamic speaker, a fiscal conservative, and a retired military veteran. What for many of us is an http://www.athensgop.org/2009/12/ccrc-kicks-off-2010-with-bang.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-6211294253317831820Mon, 30 Nov 2009 22:11:00 +00002009-11-30T17:15:59.817-05:00Everyone is invited to the Clarke County Republican Committee Christmas Party, which will be held in lieu of a December meeting. You do not need to bring anything other than yourselves, as food and beverages will be provided.What: CCRC Christmas PartyWhere: 185 Middleton Place (see the map)When: 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, 10 DecemberThanks to Gus and Michelle Burnam for organizing and hosting the http://www.athensgop.org/2009/11/ccrc-christmas-party.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-7570224849671967506Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:55:00 +00002009-11-09T15:46:40.823-05:00The Clarke County Republican Party is sponsoring a debate featuring GOP candidates for the governorship of Georgia. The debate will take place at the University of Georgia’s Grady College of Journalism auditorium at 7:00 p.m. on the evening of Tuesday, 19 January 2010.Invited Republican candidates for the office of Governor include:• Georgia State SenatorJeff Chapman of Brunswick• United States http://www.athensgop.org/2009/11/georgia-republican-gubernatorial-debate.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-875280800083177013Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:12:00 +00002009-11-04T14:21:35.576-05:0004 NovemberMelvin Everson, current State Representative from the 106th District and candidate for Commissioner of Labor, will address the UGA College Republicans this evening at 6:00 p.m. in Room 250 of the Miller Learning Center. Everson will speak on his plan to create jobs in the state of Georgia.07 NovemberMembers of the UGA College Republicans will pass out “Dawgs for Olens” stickers priorhttp://www.athensgop.org/2009/11/uga-college-republicans-november-events.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-3818134857470426265Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:44:00 +00002009-11-04T13:48:17.119-05:00Johnny Isakson, the Peach State’s junior United States Senator, will be coming to Athens to speak on Friday, 13 November. Isakson will be speaking at 2:00 p.m. in Room 214 of the Miller Learning Center. This event is co-hosted by Dawgs for Israel and the College Republicans. He is a strong supporter of the State of Israel and of a strong U.S.-Israel relationship. Come hear Senator Isakson http://www.athensgop.org/2009/11/isakson-at-uga-on-friday-13th.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-5461481803434659076Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:08:00 +00002009-11-03T12:10:28.765-05:00Join us for the CCRC's next monthly meeting, scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Monday, 09 November. Our speaker for the evening will be a representative from the Center for an Educated Georgia speaking on the issue of school choice.The meeting will take place at CCRC Headquarters, located at 445 North Milledge Avenue. Refreshments will be served beginning at 6:00 p.m., with the program following at 6:25http://www.athensgop.org/2009/11/ccrc-november-meeting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-7523504055163251080Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:59:00 +00002009-11-04T14:22:17.831-05:00Note the following opportunities for citizen involvement with the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County.Citizens are sought for the following major policy-making boards:• Industrial (Economic) Development Authority• Library Board• Board of Health• Board of Tax Assessors• Construction Board of Appeals• Department of Family and Children Services Board• Georgia Bioscience Joint Development http://www.athensgop.org/2009/11/opportunities-to-affect-local-policy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-6369765465232822121Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:25:00 +00002009-10-08T10:48:17.265-04:00Join us for the CCRC's next monthly meeting, scheduled for Monday, 12 October. Our speakers for the evening will be Dr. Paul Broun Jr. and Micheal McNeely.Broun, who represents Georgia's 10th Congressional District, is an outspoken defender of the U.S. Constitution and staunch proponent of conservative principles. See his official and campaign web sites.McNeely is chairman of the Georgia Black http://www.athensgop.org/2009/10/ccrc-october-meeting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-2988072882376908506Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:52:00 +00002009-09-28T09:00:35.550-04:00Tenth District Representative Dr. Paul Broun will hold additional town hall meetings on health care reform on Monday, 28 September. The events will be held at the Commerce Civic Center at 10:00 a.m. and at the Athens VWF Post 2872 at 6:00 p.m.In addition to taking questions and outlining his own health care plan, Dr. Broun will also discuss his concerns with the House health care bill, H.R. 3200http://www.athensgop.org/2009/09/paul-broun-town-hall-meetings.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-5608321411657991175Tue, 22 Sep 2009 17:38:00 +00002009-09-22T13:42:35.251-04:00The upcoming Clarke County Republican Party raffle (see below for details) will boast an impressive array of speakers. Those candidates for office confirmed to date include:GovernorKaren HandelSecretary of StateBrian KempInsurance & Fire Safety CommissionerRalph HudgensCommissioner of LaborMelvin EversonCommissioner of AgricultureGary BlackState Senate (District 47)Shane ColeyKenny WeaverBe surehttp://www.athensgop.org/2009/09/ccrc-raffle-speakers-announced.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-4385435664072284011Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:29:00 +00002009-09-28T08:16:58.838-04:00Tired of oppressive government and out-of-control spending? Then do something about it.The Clarke County Republican Party will hold a fundraising raffle at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 1st. The raffle takes place at the Locos Grill & Pub located high atop Baxter Hill at 581 South Harris Street. Tickets for the raffle are $50 each. The first ticket drawn wins $500 and the grand prize ticket http://www.athensgop.org/2009/09/ccrc-raffle.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-6320588217374821927Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:44:00 +00002009-09-01T08:37:54.082-04:00Join us for the CCRC's next monthly meeting, scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Monday, 14 September. Our speaker for the evening will be gubernatorial candidate John Oxendine.Oxendine currently serves as Georgia’s Insurance and Fire Safety Commissioner.The meeting will take place at CCRC Headquarters, located at 445 North Milledge Avenue. Refreshments will be served.http://www.athensgop.org/2009/08/ccrc-september-meeting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-4736123902931488182Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:16:00 +00002009-09-01T08:43:32.363-04:00The Brian Kemp for Secretary of State campaign is holding an “old fashioned political barbecue” from noon until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, 19 September. The barbecue will be held at the Kemp family farm, located at 111 Jones Road in eastern Clarke County. The special guest for the event is country music singer/songwriter Mike Dekle.Kids are welcome and a drive through will be available for to-go http://www.athensgop.org/2009/08/brain-kemp-bbq.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-3488981108322319658Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:42:00 +00002009-08-17T10:54:47.971-04:00Exercise you First Amendment rights by joining The Citizens for Ethical Government in a peaceful demonstration against the various healthcare “reform” proposals being put forth by congressional Democrats and the Obama Administration.The event, slated for Saturday, August 29, will take place at 10:30 a.m. at Oconee Veterans Park, located on Highway 53 in Watkinsville. Invited speakers include http://www.athensgop.org/2009/08/oconee-healthcare-reform-protest.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-7853880205819532738Thu, 30 Jul 2009 13:35:00 +00002009-07-30T09:42:57.897-04:00 Join us for the CCRC's next monthly meeting, scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Monday, 10 August. Our speaker for the evening will be Gary Black, candidate for Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture.Black, a Jackson County native, currently serves as president of the Georgia Agribusiness Council and manages the Georgia Food Industry Partnership.The meeting will take place at CCRC Headquarters, located at http://www.athensgop.org/2009/07/ccrc-august-meeting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-1712464345189127454Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:49:00 +00002009-07-29T10:56:00.356-04:00Our friends in the Oglethorpe County Republican Party will be holding their 1st Annual Low Country Boil from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, 19 September, at the Depot in Crawford. Tickets are $10 for a regular plate or $15 far an all-you-can-eat plate. Gubernatorial candidates Nathan Deal and John Oxendine will be in attendance; several other candidates are expected, as well. There will http://www.athensgop.org/2009/07/upcoming-fundraisers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-2163071166040012666Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:29:00 +00002009-07-29T10:30:29.544-04:00The CCRC features an outstanding lineup of speakers for its upcoming monthly meetings. They include:10 August – Gary Black, candidate for Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture14 September – John Oxendine, candidate for Governor of Georgia12 October – Michael McNeely, chairman of the Georgia Black Republican Council09 November – A representative from the Center for an Educated Georgia speaking on http://www.athensgop.org/2009/07/upcoming-speakers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-8807691373220519841Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:20:00 +00002009-06-24T12:12:06.398-04:00Join us for the CCRC's next monthly meeting, scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Monday, 13 July. Our speaker for the evening will be Brian Kemp of Athens, a GOP candidate for Georgia Secretary of State. See Brian's campaign web site hereAs usual, the meeting will take place at CCRC Headquarters, located at 445 North Milledge Avenue. Refreshments will be served.Due to schedule changes, U.S. http://www.athensgop.org/2009/06/ccrc-july-meeting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-7991643280226254466Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:15:00 +00002009-06-24T14:08:42.166-04:00The CCRC will hold a fundraising raffle at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, 01 October. Tickets for the raffle will be $50 each. The first ticket drawn will win $500. The grand prize ticket will win $5000. The raffle will take place at Locos Grill & Pub, located at 581 South Harris Street (at the top of Baxter hill). Hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, and iced tea can be had for $5 per person.Join your http://www.athensgop.org/2009/06/ccrc-news-upcoming-events.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-7662079235046797231Thu, 28 May 2009 18:50:00 +00002009-05-28T14:53:39.915-04:00Local attorney and CCRC treasurer Regina Quick will conduct a “Property Tax Relief Workshop” for all interested Clarke County property owners affected by reassessments. The workshop will be conducted on Saturday, 30 May, from 10:00 a.m. until noon at Clarke County Republican Headquarters, located at 445 North Milledge Avenue.Ms. Quick is conducting the workshop free of charge, so please take thehttp://www.athensgop.org/2009/05/property-tax-relief-workshop_28.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22212263.post-1707784523195041370Tue, 26 May 2009 12:31:00 +00002009-05-26T08:35:58.808-04:00Join us for the CCRC's next monthly meeting, scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Monday, 08 June. Our speaker for the evening will be Austin Scott of Tifton, who currently represents District 153 in the Georgia House of Representatives and is a candidate for Governor of Georgia in 2010.In preparation for the meeting, see Scott’s legislative and campaign biographies.The meeting will take place at CCRC http://www.athensgop.org/2009/05/ccrc-june-meeting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AthensGOP)0