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Governor orders review commission to weigh suspension for Marcello Banes, Stephanie Lindsey
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Evan Newton
Updated: Jan 25, 2025, 2:49 PM
Published: Jan 25, 2025, 3:11 AM
NEWTON COUNTY – A major shakeup could be on the horizon in the Newton County government scene. Governor Brian Kemp issued two executive orders appointing a review commission to weigh the possible suspensions of chairman Marcello Banes and District 3 commissioner Stephanie Lindsey. The orders were dated on Jan. 23, but were not made public until Friday afternoon. Both Banes and Lindsey were indicted by a federal grand jury on June 11, 2024 where they both face an array of money laundering charges.
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Newton County helps kick off nationwide Great American Cleanup
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Volunteers banded together to pick up trash in Newton County as part of the nationwide Great American Cleanup. - photo by Contributed Photo
Kate Verity
Published: Apr 7, 2025, 7:36 PM
Over 400 volunteers banded together last weekend to work towards cleanliness, beautification and quality of life right at home in Newton County.
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