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Which grocery store would you like to see move into Swainsboro? "I think a Sav-A-Lot should move back in to Swainsboro."-- David Harden, Swainsboro More ...
Rev. Ella Mae Samuels, formerly of Swainsboro, was elected to the Mc- Duffie County School Board during the recent General Election. Rev. Samuels, formerly Ella Mae Smiley, served as secretary to the principal of Twin City Primary School for 20 years and served as paraprofessional and secretary at... More ...
Bridget Conn, art instructor at East Georgia College and a member of Stillmoreroots Group, was recently in Budapest, Hungary. She is seen here standing in front of the Parliament in Budapest on the Danube River. Conn was there on an artist residency with the Hungarian Multicultural Center with 14 ... More ...
William Zachry Smithwick, left, of Athens has received his private pilot's certificate at Swainsboro Airport. The exam was administered by Roff Sasser, DE of Sasser Aviation. Smithwick is 17-years-old and has been flying with his father since he was 2- years-old. He has received his pilot's certifi... More ...
Emanuel County Farm Bureau was recently recognized during the Georgia Farm Bureau's 7th District Meeting for its outstanding member programs in the past year to promote agriculture. The county won awards for its Women's Committee, chaired by Becky Moore and Judy Garrett and Information/ Public Rela... More ...
Aribbon cutting was held Thursday, Jan. 11 for Gallery RFD, a new art gallery at 106 North Green Street. Co-directors are Anthony Faris and Bryan Ghiloni. Among special guests were Mary Kent, Stillmoreroots Group, members of Swainsboro-Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce, Emanuel Artists Guild, Eman... More ... Fann graduates basic training Army Pvt. Clarence Fann has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military wea... More ...
Evangelist Carroll Rhodes and his wife, Barbara, will be guest speaker at revival at Southside Baptist Church Jan. 21-26. The Rhodes have traveled most of the United States, preaching and singing in camp meetings, Bible conferences and revivals. Sunday school will begin at 10 a.m. morning worship ... More ...
Chief Deputy Joel Beecher and Sheriff Tyson Stephens present a $7,500 check to Betty Williams of The Refuge Domestic Violence Shelter on behalf of the Emanuel County Victim's Assistance Committee. The Refuge serves victims and their families hurt by domestic violence and sexual assault in Emanuel, ... More ...
Billy C. Carmichael was honored at a retirement reception Sunday, Jan. 7, at 2 p.m. at the Connie T. Kight Recreation Center on McLeod Bridge Road in Swainsboro. Mr. Carmichael retired as director of Swainsboro-Emanuel County Parks and Recreation Department Dec. 31, 2006, following 38 years of serv... More ...
Mr. and Mrs. Garland Dock Claxton, Jr. of Kite announce the engagement of their daughter, Mandy Lynn Claxton, to Julian Thomas Battle, Jr. of Wadley. The future groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Julian Thomas Battle, Sr. of Wadley. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. Charles W. Gillis of Sh... More ...
Alana Jade Tant celebrated her third birthday with her parents, Andy and Brandi Tant of Kite on Dec. 9, in a private dining room at Emanuel Medical Center. She turned three years old on Dec. 25. The theme of the party was "Disney Princess and Tinkerbell," complete with all of the decor. More ...
Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Thomas Couey of Milledgeville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Stacey Jean Couey to Ronnie Justin Womack of Swainsboro. The future groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Junious Womack of Swainsboro. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mrs. Vernon ... More ...
Greenlee Kate Johnson, daughter of Steven and Laura Johnson of Swainsboro, celebrated her 1st birthday with a party on Dec. 17 at the Spivey Clubhouse in Swainsboro. She turned 1 year old on Dec. 20. The theme of the party was "Hugs and Stitches, 1st Birthday" complete with decorations. More ...
LaBeito "B.J." King, Jr., son of Tashonda and LaBeito King, Sr., celebrated his birthday with a party on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2006 at his home. B.J. turned 3 years old on Jan. 1, 2007. The theme of the party was "Cars" complete with red and blue streamers and balloons. B.J. and his friends enjoyed pla... More ... Horton honored at bridal shower Miss Sarah Horton, bride-elect of Jesse Hackle, was honored with a shower on Nov. 12 at the beautiful clubhouse of Mrs. Norma Sconyers. Hostesses were Norma Sconyers, Linda Hooks, Candy Powers and Joan Dunn. Guests enjoyed strawberry pound cake and coffee punch. More ...
Isaiah N. Hall, son of Robert and Angelia Hall of Swainsboro, celebrated his birthday with a party on Dec. 24 at his parents home. Isaiah turned 5 years old that day. The theme of the party was "Mickey Mouse," complete with decorations. Guests were served pizza, wings, celery sticks and ranch dres... More ... Birthdays Jan. 17 Rufus Deal, Caroline Stevens, Ginger Powell, Frances S. Roberts, Betty Harris, Beth Walden, Kathleen M. Pitts, Carly Stevens, Janice Trowell, Nichola Carlyle Jan. More ...
Featuring recipes from the Kitchen of... Adam Foxworth & Steve McRee Adam and Steve are employee's at Terwilliger's Auto Service, Inc. They spend most of their time helping to keep your vehicle safe on our busy streets. Below are a few recipes they would like to share with you. More ... From the Kitchen of Adam & Steve Best Ever BBQ Chicken 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp. butter 1 cup Heinz ketchup 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup chili sauce 2 T. Worcestershire sauce 1/2-3/4 T. celery seeds 1 T. prepared mustard 1/2 tsp. More ... From the Kitchen of Adam & Steve Southern Potato Salad 4 potatoes 4 eggs 1/2 stalk celery, chopped 1/4 cup sweet relish 1 clove garlic, minced 2 T. prepared mustard 1/2 cup mayonnaise salt and pepper to taste Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes; drain and chop. Place e... More ... From the Kitchen of Adam & Steve Cole Slaw 1/2 head of cabbage 1/2 head of red cabbage 2 carrots 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 T. cider vinegar 1 T. milk 1/2 tsp. sugar 1/4 tsp. celery seeds Shred the cabbage and carrots. Blend the remaining ingredients, then mix with the cabbage and carrots until well coated. Chill before serving. This dish... More ... Twin City News: NSDAR holds Jan. meeting By Betty Turner Area Correspondent The Adam Brinson Chapter NSDAR met Tues. at the home of Mrs. Irene Rountree for their Jan. meeting. Mr. James Cannady, chairman of the Emanuel County Comm., gave a very informative discussion on the problems facing Emanuel County at this time, along with pending plans, which are on the commissions ... More ... Oak Park News: The Snowhill Church of God to hold sing By EUDENE PEEBLES Area Correspondent The Snowhill Church of God near Glenwood, will have a sing Saturday, Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. Featured singers will be "The Melody Trio." The pastor is Rev. W.R. Connell. The Vidalia First Assembly of God will have Rev. Jerry Millikum on Sunday, Jan. 21 preaching in the morning and evening service. The p... More ...
Ben and Tashia Thompson of Swainsboro proudly announce the birth of their twins, Kayanna Faith and Robert Kanyon Thompson on Dec. 6, 2006 at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro. Kayanna weighed 5 lbs. 14 oz. and was 18 3/4 inches long. Kanyon weighed 6 lbs. 9 oz. and was 20 1/2 inche... More ... Couey, Womack entertained at Christmas shower The Xi Delta Psi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi hosted a Christmas shower for Stacey Couey and Ron Womack. The future bridal couple will be married June 2 in Milledgeville. The Christmas shower was held in conjunction with Beta Sigma Phi's Chapter Anniversary at the Spivey Clubhouse. More ... New Arrivals Mahesh and Aditi Patel of Swainsboro announce the birth of their son, Kisna MeheshKumar Patel, Dec. 23, 2006 at Emanuel Medical Center in Swainsboro. He weighed 7 lbs. and was 18 inches long. Kisna was welcomed home by his sister Krishi. +++ William and Melissa Conley of Midville announce the bir... More ... Garfield Community Club holds Jan. meeting Garfield Community Club members met at the community house on Jan. 4, with eleven in attendance. Club president, Judy Phillips began by leading in the pledge to the American flag. Jeanette Johnson led in the singing of "God Bless America" and "Auld Lang Syne," followed by a reading of the explanati... More ... Glad Garden Club holds Jan. meeting at Emanuel Arts Center A variety of activities claimed interest of Glad Garden Club members at the meeting of the club on Monday, Jan. 8, in the Kalmanson Gallery of Emanuel Arts Center at 10 a.m. Preceding the call to order, the group enjoyed coffee, punch, rolls and cake served by hostesses June Gallian and Beth Kenne... More ...
Lashley and Garry Coleman of Swainsboro announce the birth of their daughter, Samantha Jewel Coleman, Sept. 23, 2006 at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro. She weighed 6 lbs. 9 oz. and was 20 1/2 inches long. Maternal grandparent is Phyllis Claxton Scarboro of Swainsboro. Paternal g... More ... Historical Society holds quarterly meeting Emanuel County Historical Society's President, Gloria Mason announces its January Quarterly meeting Jan. 25, at 7 p.m. at the Varner 4-H House. Guest speaker will be author Warren C. Budd, Jr. who has published a book entitled Rich Beyond Price. More ... Mr. Hackle honored at handyman shower/cookout Friends and family gathered at Mt. Shady Baptist Church for a handyman shower for Jesse Hackle, groom-elect of Sarah Horton of Swainsboro. Guests enjoyed a cookout, followed by Jesse opening his gifts. Gene and Shelba Wilkes, grandparents of the groom, organized the shower. More ...
Blake Lee is proud to announce the birth of his little brother, Jaxson Brett Lee. Blake and Jaxson are the sons of Jason and Crystal Lee of Kite. Jaxson was born on August 11, 2006 at 11:43 a.m. at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro. He weighed 7 lbs. 12 oz. and was 21 inches long. More ...
Hannah Grace & Abigail Hope Goodman Hannah and Hope are the daughters of Jerod and Amanda Goodman of Swainsboro. Maternal grandparents are Wiley and Martha Walker and Vaughn and Marsha Riner all of Swainsboro. Paternal grandparents are Ray and Minnie Goodman of Metter. Great grandfather is Charles Thompson of New Smyrna Beach, Fla. More ... 4-H Foundation meeting to be held Jan. 23 The 57th annual joint meeting of Emanuel County 4-H Club Foundation and Emanuel County 4-H Volunteer Leaders Council will held Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. at Varner 4-H Center. Foundation President is Sarah Langer. Mark Crosby is County Extension coordinator. More ...
Amanda Deloach and Adam Braddy of Swainsboro proudly announce the birth of their son, Richard Carson Braddy, Dec. 15, 2006 at Emanuel Medical Center in Swainsboro. Maternal grandparents are Lisa Pye of Swainsboro and Rickie Deloach of Statesboro. Paternal grandparents are Pam and Gary Odon and Jack... More ... Jennifer Davis graduates basic training in S.C. Army Pvt. Jennifer N. Davis has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, More ...
Sharon Neeley of Garfield attended an ALS Support Meeting Saturday, Jan. 13, at Socastee United Methodist Church in South Carolina. ALS is Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and is a progressive fatal neuromuscular disease that attacks nerve cells and pathways in the brain and spinal cord. Guest speake... More ...
At the first meeting of the Swainsboro Shrine Club for 2007, new officers were installed. Officers are Warren Brown, Past Potentate; Hank Evans, Past President; Scotty C. Hudson, President; Glenn Hendrix, Vice President; William Riner, Treasurer; and Albert Hall, Secretary. Also installed were the ... More ... |
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