Eatonton considers BnB special-event dining approval

The City of Eatonton Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing Aug. 8, to consider amendments to the city’s zoning ordinances regarding bed-and-breakfast (BnB) operations, specifically regarding rules for food service to non-BnB diners for special events.

Putnam Past

ONE YEAR AGO, AUG. 12, 2021 Last Thursday night at the Putnam Planning and Zoning meeting, Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia proved that adage when a unanimous vote by the Planning board resulted in the first stage passage of two rezoning requests from AG to C-PUD of 66.

Sign of the Times

They’re moving dirt at the corner of the 441 Bypass and Gray Road, beside Dairy Queen. Destined for completion later this year is a new drive-through Mako Bay Car Wash, similar to those already operating in Macon and Madison.

Georgia squirrel hunting season begins Aug. 15

Looking for a healthy, sustainable source of protein and a good woodland hike? Squirrel hunting season, which opens August 15, can meet those goals, and get everyone excited about fall hunting seasons, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD).

Slow Cooked “Pulled” Chicken Tacos

Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 2 hours Servings: 5 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1 bottle (8 ounces) Ortega Chipotle Taco Sauce 1/2 cup chicken stock 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 package (10 shells) Ortega Good Grains White Corn with Chia Taco Shells, warmed taco...

SPICE UP

Busy school days demand meals that can match the pace of life. A Mexican-themed meal is a sure way to keep things festive and lively around the family dinner table.

Baja Chicken Pizza

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Servings: 5 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 1 pound 1 bottle (8 ounces) Ortega Green Taco Sauce 1 can Ortega Vegetarian Refried Beans 3/4 cup Ortega Homestyle Salsa (any variety) 1 Mama Mary’s prepared pizza crust 1 red bell pepper, diced 1...

Mexican Style “Totchos”

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Servings: 5 1 package (32 ounces) tater tots 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 1 packet Ortega Taco Seasoning 1cup water 16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese 2 medium tomatoes, diced 1 container (16 ounces) sour cream 1 bag Ortega Crispy Jalapeno Taco Toppers...

Proposed school year budget increases by 5%

  Superintendent Eric Arena presented the 2022-2023 proposed school year budget at a public meeting on Monday. Arena presented a slide show that walked through key parts of the budget, how the schools have improved over the last year and how the budget has changed from the previous year.

PUTNAM PETE

What happened to the Dairy Cow in front of the Eatonton Chamber? Hope it didn’t share the fate of B’rer Rabbit! I know we have fewer dairies, but don’t throw the baby out with the bath water. It was a favorite picture op for the few tourists we have in town.