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King Nut, the Pecan Many years ago Atkinson's Pecan Products in Garfield had an advertising logo named the King Nut. It was a pecan with a big, gold crown on top. For my family and for many folks in our area the pecan has been a source of livelihood. By the 1950's the pecan industry in Garfield had far outstripped the... More ...
The Super Bowl Column The following is my almost annual Super Bowl column. I say almost because most of the last twenty years I have penned a column this time of year about the big game. Before moving to Swainsboro, I used to attempt to pick the winner and offer seemingly sound advice as to why which team would be crow... More ...
Getting married? When it comes to newlyweds bank accounts, that is. Communication about money is the number one source of strife in a newly married couple's life. People getting ready for marriage would be smart to start discussing finances long before they tie the knot. More ...
Micah's religion Have you ever been told that if you do well and try to love your fellowman, go along with the crowd, don't rock the boat or cause waves, you'll be alright? This is a type of religion or belief system held by many folks today. It is noncommittable and certainly not God-like. They have a form of god... More ... Savvy Senior How to find good nursing home care Dear Savvy Senior, Can you give me some tips on finding a good nursing home for my 86-yearold mother? She had a stroke a few months ago and has been receiving care at home but it's become too much. Leery of Nursing Homes Dear Leery, Finding a well-run nursing home that provides quality care is ... More ... Looking back over the years in Emanuel County... 5 Years Ago "I'm paying some bills and investing the rest in building a new house," said Julie Overstreet of Swainsboro, lucky winner of $155,217 in last week's Fantasy Five lottery game. Overstreet was one of two winners who split the $310,000 jackpot. Overstreet bought the ticket from Time Savo... More ... |
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