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Do you think global warming has caused our extreme weather conditions? “Yes, I think it definitely contributes because it does not take much to influence nature.”-- Michael Henry, Kite More ...
Superintendent Butch Frye and BOE Member Loy D. Cowart congratulate ECI student Harley Fields on being named a member of the State Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. Fields was recognized at the November BOE meeting. More ...
Local students to represent Emanuel County in the 2007 Governor’s Honors competition were selected recently. This year Emanuel County will have two eleventh grade students competing for the opportunity to attend the six-week Governor’s Honors Program. This year’s county representatives are Hanish C... More ...
Don Wilkes, Emanuel County Probate Judge presents The Golden Stars Award to Frances Durden, Health Information Management Technician at Emanuel Medical Center on behalf of the Georgia Paternity Acknowledgement Program. These awards were presented in recognition of hospitals maintaining high percent... More ...
The JROTC at ECI recently sponsored a Thanksgiving Food Drive. The food was presented to Rev. Ariel Rodriguez, pastor of the Torre Fuerte Iglesia Bautista (Strong Tower Baptist Church) of Stillmore to distribute to needy families in the community. Pictured are LTC Robert Yarbrough, Pastor Rodriguez... More ...
Emanuel County Relay For Life Planning Committee recently placed a Christmas tree in honor of local cancer survivors on the square in downtown Swainsboro. On hand for the lighting of the tree were April Henry, Harry and Deborah Martin, Keith and Lynn Thompson, Julie Way, Carol Canady, Brandi Hudson... More ...
Two Emanuel County citizens were recently honored during the annual Farm/City Banquet for their contributions to agriculture and their community. Farm/City Week recognizes the special partnership between farmers, their urban consumers and those who process and market our food and fiber. More ... Swainsboro Army Guardsman promoted Georgia Army Guardsman Dwayne M. McBroom of Swainsboro, a member of Company A, 878th Engineer Battalion was recently promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant in the Georgia Army National Guard. SSG McBroom, a 13-year veteran of the 878th is a Construction Squad Leader in the unit. He is employed at ... More ...
Emanuel Medical Center’s courtyard was a “winter wonderland” recently when overnight temperatures dipped in the 20s. More ...
The annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots campaign is under way. Leading the program locally is Chief Lester Brown of Emanuel Probation Detention Center and Chief Willie Haines of the U.S. Marine Reserve. Department of Family and Children Services will distribute all toys in Emanuel County. Las... More ...
Jared Dillon and Justin Dakota, sons of Billy Joe and Donna Drake of Swainsboro, were honored at a birthday party Saturday, Nov. 18 at their home. Jared and Justin turned 3 years old on Nov. 13. More ... Jamie Cloud honored at linen shower On Saturday, Nov. 11, the home of Mrs. Jane Tomberlin was the lovely fall setting for an afternoon linen shower honoring Jamie Cloud bride elect of Jason Surrency. A simple, yet beautiful, white daisy corsage accented Jamie’s attire and was pinned on by, Mrs. Ann Sumner. More ... New Arrivals Tiffany Cobb and Christopher Johnson proudly announce the birth of their son, Christopher Cleon Johnson, Jr., Dec. 2, 2006 at Emanuel Medical Center in Swainsboro. Christopher weighed 9 lbs. 11 oz. and was 21 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Dori Daniels and Joey Cobb of Metter. Paternal gran... More ...
James Wallace Lee “Wallee” Kersey, son of Marvin and Jodi Kersey of Swainsboro was honored at his first birthday party on Oct. 30 at his home. Wallee turned one on Oct. 18. The “My First Birthday” party was complete with baby blue and white decorations including balloons, plates, napkins, cups and ... More ...
Mr. John L. Martin, Jr. of Swainsboro announces the engagement and forthcoming marriage of his daughter, Joy Elizabeth of Basseterre, St. Kitts, West Indies to Mr. Brent Elliott Carter, also of Basseterre, St. Kitts, West Indies. Joy is the daughter of the late Lee Martin. Her paternal grandparent... More ... Mr. Byrne honored at handy man shower Mr. David Byrne, future groom of Miss Andrea Altman, was honored at a handy man shower on Saturday, Oct. 21 at the clubhouse of Mr. Bobby Sasser. Hostesses were Mrs. Donna Moore, Mrs. Jean Hackle, Ms. Candace Foskey, Mr. Allen McCall, Mrs. Mary McKinnen, Mr. Al Evans, Mr. Trip Fitzner, Ms. Adrian L... More ...
Featuring recipes from the Kitchen of... Tori & Ray Tori Oglesby and Ray Meadows are busy preparing for their upcoming wedding. They want to remimd family and friends to attend the wedding Sat., Dec. 16 at 6 p.m. in Wadley at the Methodist Church. In their spare time they enjoy quail hunting with their springer spaniel, Daisy Bell and going out to e... More ... From the Kitchen of Tori and Ray Brownie Truffle 1 (19 oz.) fudge brownie mix 1/4 c. praline/coffee flavored liquer 1 (3.5 oz.) instant chocolate pudding (prepared but not chilled) 8 (1.4 oz.) toffee candy bars, crushed 1 (16 oz.) cool whip, thawed Prepare brownies with two eggs in a 13x9 pan. While warm, prick with fork and drizzle with li... More ... From the Kitchen of Tori and Ray Chocolate Candy Bar Cake 1 pkg. devil’s food cake mix 1/2 c. milk 3 eggs 3/4 c. vegetable oil 1 (3.5 oz.) pkg. instant chocolate pudding mix 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese 1 c. confectioners sugar 1 (12 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 c. chopped pecans 4 (1.5 oz. More ... From the Kitchen of Tori and Ray Easy Chocolate Cookies for Santa 1 box devils food cake mix 1 (8 oz.) cool whip, thawed 1 egg Mix together all ingredients (will be dough like). Take apprximately one tbsp. of mixture and lightly form into a ball. Roll ball in powdered sugar. Place on to greased cookie sheet, press slightly to flatten. Bake 8 to 10 min. at 325 d... More ... Twin City News: Cannadys visit old home place By BETTY TURNER Area Correspondent James Cannady and Larry Cannady spent the week in Garfield at the old home place. They had dinner Thurs. evening with Dot and Tom Roe at Fritters. They also went to church Sun. at Mount Olivet Baptist Church. Betty Turner spent a couple of days in the hospital last week. We hope she will be well s... More ... Oak Park News: Faith Assembly of God to hold Christmas Program By EUDENE PEEBLES Area Correspondent The Faith Assembly of God on Skyline Blvd. in Lyons, will have their Christmas Program Sun., Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. The pastor is Rev. Frank Harrelson. The Olney Primitive Baptist Church will have their Christmas dinner, Dec. 17 after morning worship. The pastor is Rev. Elder Mickey Durden. More ...
On Saturday afternoon, November 11, 2006, family and friends of Mrs. Lucille Cooper Moxley honored her with a 90th birthday celebration. The festive event was held in the social hall of Swainsboro First United Methodist Church where Mrs. Moxley has been an active member for seventy years. More ... Miss Altman honored at brunch Miss Andrea Altman, bride-elect of David Byrne, was central figure at a kitchen and linen brunch, Sat., Oct. 21 at 10 a.m. at the home of Mrs. Denise Warnock. Hostesses along with Mrs. Warnock were Mrs. Tammy Wilkes, Mrs. Linda Torpy, Mrs. Faye Smith, Mrs. Shelba Youmans, Mrs. Dabney Edenfield, Mrs... More ...
Kailee MacKenzie Garrett Kailee is the one year old daughter of Allen and Candi Garrett of Jacksonville, N.C. Maternal grandparents are Patrick and Sharon Neeley of Garfield. Paternal grandparents are Charles and Jennifer Garrett of Swainsboro. Great grandparents are Laverne Garrett of Swainsboro and Ben and Ana Williams o... More ... Birthdays Dec. 13 Stan Radford, David Hudson, Mathew Z. More ... Miss Andrea Altman honored at “Four Seasons” shower Miss Andrea Altman, bride-elect of David Byrne, was honored at a “Four Seasons” shower on Sat., Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. Hostesses were Mrs. Norma Sconyers, Mrs. Glinda Sasser, Mrs. Betty Jean Andrews, Mrs. Michelle Nail, Mrs. Sandra Dorsey, Mrs. Joyce Fennell, Mrs. Janie Williamson, Mrs. Erin May and Mrs... More ... Kristal Claxton honored at shower Miss Kristal Claxton, bride-elect of Wayne Smith, Jr. was honored at a miscellaneous shower at the home of Mrs. Kelly McMichael of Monticello, on Oct. 14. The lovely home was decorated with fall arrangements. Helping Mrs. Martha McMichael host the event was Mrs. Kelly McMichael. More ...
Martha Grace Woodward, daughter of Jonathan and Monica Woodward of Swainsboro, celebrated her birthday with a party Sat., Dec. 2 at 11 a.m., at her home. Marti turned one year old on Dec. 6. The theme of the party was “#1 Birthday Girl,” complete with pink and white balloons and 1st birthday signs... More ...
Brycen Spencer Purvis, son of Donnie and Jamie Purvis of Swainsboro, was honored at a birthday party on Nov. 18, at his home. Brycen turned 1 year old on Nov. 16. The theme of the party was “The Big ONE,” complete with lime green, yellow and blue balloons, streamers and tablecloths. More ...
The Swainsboro Moose Ladies hosted the Halloween for foster children in October. The event was a great success. More ...
The Emanuel Rangers Chapter, United Daughters of the Confederacy, held a Christmas luncheon at 11 a.m., Dec. 2, in the festively decorated home of Mrs. Dale H. Webb. This occasion also marked an early birthday celebration for Mrs. Winnie Harrison, the most senior member of the chapter. Mrs. Jane G... More ...
The Swainsboro Napa Auto Parts & Supply Co. is sponsoring a Christmas Goodwill Drawing on Dec. 21. Mark Judd shows the toys that can be won in the drawing. Napa invites all friends and customers to participate. More ...
A.J. Dudley of Adrian recently graduated Marine Corps basic training at Parris Island, S.C. He is a 2006 graduate of Treutlen County High School. Dudley is the son of Gerri Dudley of Adrian and Dennis and Millie Dudley, also of Adrian. More ... Governor’s Honors interviews By Hanish Chauhan and Taylor Veach On November 3, 2006, three students from Swainsboro High went to the Bored of Education office to interview for a chance to get to the state level of the GHP (Governor’s Honor Program). More ... Shout Outs................................... By: Taylor Veach, Hanish Chauhan, and Marla Price I want to give a shout out to…. “My boy Derrick Smith.”-Rashan Gibbons “Marla Price! She’s the sweetest girl I know, and I love her to death! Go Marla!”- Sable Screws “That special someone”-Jamichael a.k.a. Snoop “Maria Pee and Taylor Vee! I love ya’ll, and I’ll never forget all the fun times ... More ...
What’s your favorite college football team? By: Hanish Chauhan and Taylor Veach “Florida, because that’s where I’m from.”-Daniel Spears More ... Depression is a very big deal Why is it that I am talking about depression? By: Vokisha Hayes It may seem like I am talking about something that may not seem to be a big deal. But depression is a very BIG deal with teens today. Some people many not see it but depression is really racking every teens life and it’s getting more and more common mainly in more teenage girls than boys. More ...
Through dual enrollment with Swainsboro Technical College, Johnson County High School (JCHS) students are being given the opportunity to get a head start on a nursing career. Beth Hendrix, Swainsboro Technical College nursing instructor, travels to Johnson County High to teach the courses leading t... More ...
Susan Cross, interim vice president of economic development at Swainsboro Technical College, has announced that Randy Minton has received Certified Manufacturing Specialist (CMS) Instructional Certification from QuickStart, a division of the Georgia Department of Technical And Adult Education. More ...
Superintendent of Schools Butch Frye and BOE Member Loy D. Cowart award certificates of appreciation to Jamiya Richards and Eric Johnson of Swainsboro Primary School. Jamiya and Eric led the Pledge of Allegiance at the November Board of Education meeting. More ...
Betty Williams of The Refuge in Vidalia spoke to the Swainsboro Kiwanis recently. She was the guest of Johnny Ray Stafford and was accompanied by her husband. Williams spoke about The Refuge and the services it offers. The Refuge is shelter for victims of domestic violence in Emanuel, Toombs, Treu... More ... |
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