March 2023

Fire department audit ordinance amendments sought

The issue of the Fulton County fire departments audits ordinance was another topic of debate during the Fulton County Quorum Court meeting on Feb. 21. The debate was centered around amendments that are being sought to be changed to the ordinance that was approved during the Jan. 3 quorum court meeting where an approval was made to begin an annual audit of all Fulton County fire departments.

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Fulton County Fair

The Fulton County Fair online entry system for the Creative Arts Department is now open and will remain open until July 1. Visit the fair website, www.fultoncountyfair. org, and follow the link to do online entries. Creative Arts exhibitors are encouraged to enter online but a paper entry form is available for those who do not have access to a computer.

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Can you plan for an unplanned retirement?

Many people plan to take an early retirement, so when that day arrives, they’re ready for it. But what if you were to face an unplanned retirement? Would you be prepared to deal with the financial issues? It’s something worth thinking about, because any number of factors — illness, a spouse’s illness, downsizing, other issues — could lead to an abrupt departure from the workforce. But taking action while you’re still working may help you make the transition easier on yourself.

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