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Donald Jenkins will perform at Arts Emanuel in downtown Swainsboro on Oct. 13 at 4 p.m. A local educator and former Swainsboro City councilman, Jenkins is also a popular entertainer. A featured performer at the Emanu'Ole Opry, he is best known for singing Gospel and Rhythm & Blues. More ...
Local rock band Dayfall has been chosen to compete in the Battle of Bands in Panama City, Fla., at the nation's largest music venue, Club La Vela, on Oct. 19-20. Twenty bands were picked as finalists out of a host of many entries. This highly acclaimed event is set to take place on two stages and ... More ...
Weston C. Thompson, Jonathan Stevens and Cody Usry, members of PEACE Homeschool Fellowship Group enjoyed a day of informal training at the Twin City Fire Department. Instructed by Firefighter Landon Johnson, they experienced a day that challenged their mental and physical endurance . More ... Fruit for sale by SHS FFA Swainsboro High School FFA has begun its fundraising drive. During this year's drive, volunteers will take orders throughout Emanuel County for fresh fruit from Florida. Buyers may choose from grove-fresh Florida navel oranges, Florida red grapefruit, Florida Tangerines, Washington red apples, or... More ... To be noted SPS fall festival Swainsboro Primary School will hold its annual fall festival Thursday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. at the school. There will be games, prizes, food and entertainment. Adrian Friendship Club Adrian Friendship Club will have its monthly meeting Tuesday, Oct. 9 at the Community Center on ... More ...
Reesa Smith has recently become the Burke County representative to Ogeechee's Board of Directors. Ogeechee CSB, also know as Ogeechee Behavioral Health Services, provides mental health, addictive disease and developmental disabilities services to citizens in Burke, Emanuel, Glascock, Jefferson, Je... More ...
Dr. Thomas Earl DuPree Sr. was featured in a documentary called "We Came To Remember" on Georgia Public Television that aired on Tuesday, Oct. 2 at 10:30 p.m. The film is about Air Group 16, one of the top Navy air groups in World War II. Dr. DuPree flew Dauntless Dive Bombers in this air group.... More ...
Twin City Cub Scout Pack 205 enjoyed going to Sturgis Vineyard. They had fun picking grapes and touring the vineyard. Adults who attended were George Sturgis Jr., Cub Master Johnny Scott, and Stephen Griffin. Scouts who attended are Jonathan Schott, Trevor Griffin, Trenton Griffin, Trent Smoyer, T... More ...
The first parent night at Swainsboro High School will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 16 from 6-8 p.m. Parents who attend can pick up students' report cards and meet with their teachers. Students with a parent in attendance will receive a homework pass. More ...
Senator Jack Hill (center) recently spoke at East Georgia College as part of "Constitution Day," an event held on campus each year at this time. The event took place in the EGC auditorium of the Luck Flanders Gambrell Center and was attended by students, faculty and staff of East Georgia College. Se... More ...
The McLeod - Moring Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp 1386 held its monthly meeting on Sept. 20. The program was presented by Steve Burke, who gave an interesting presentation on uniforms from the War Between the States. The members learned many fascinating facts about the uniforms worn by the Co... More ...
Danny Wilkerson and Ellen Womack of Twin City announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Elizabeth Womack, to Christopher Roland Stewart of Waynesboro. Amy is also the daughter of the late Kirk Womack. The future groom is the son of Mickey and Cheryl Sears of Savannah and Mickey and Sandra Ste... More ...
Marc and Buffy Snellgrove of Nunez announce the birth of their son, William "Will" James Snellgrove, August 7, 2007, 5:56 p.m. at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro. He weighed 8 lbs., 14 oz. and was 21 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Nancy Roberts of Swainsboro and the late... More ...
Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Scott of Twin City announce the engagement of their daughter, Krystal Robertson, to Bill Donaldson of Twin City. Krystal is also the daughter of the late Dale Robertson. The future groom is the son of Mr. Lew Donaldson and Ms. Diane Donaldson, both of Twin City. More ... Miss Akridge, Mr. Allen honored at engagement couples shower On Friday, Sept. 14, Autumn Akridge and Kenneth Allen were special guest at an engagement couples shower. The shower was held at the Woodman of the World Clubhouse, and was hosted by Donya and Mike Hobbs of Swainsboro, Roxanne and Jay Gay and Walkiria and Phillip Akridge of Norristown, Albert Gay ... More ... New Arrivals Artis and Kimberly Kingsberry of Swainsboro announce the birth of their daughter, Tameeyah Kalaina Kingsberry, Sept. 11, 2007 at Emanuel Medical Center in Swainsboro. She weighed 7 lbs. 4 oz. Maternal grandparents are Mary Sherrod of Swainsboro and the late Lindsey Sherrod. Paternal grandparents a... More ...
Featuring recipes from the Kitchen of... Mikki Powell & Bo Knight Our cooks of the week are Mikki Powell of Oak Park and Bo Knight of Lakeland. They have been busy planning and preparing for their upcoming wedding on Oct. 6, 4:30 p.m., at the Guido Gardens in Metter. A reception will immediately follow the ceremony at the Gardens. In their spare time, they enjoy... More ...
Each year, Workforce Investment Board (WIB) members give their personal time to attend a training retreat to identify key issues and develop a detailed work plan to provide the best services possible to the customers within Region 9. Desse Davis, represented Emanuel County at the WIB Retreat held ... More ...
Miss Jessica Hooks, bride-elect of Adam Smith, was honored at a bridal tea on Sunday, Sept. 16, from 2:00-3:30 p.m., at Grandma's Porch in Twin City. Hostesses for the occasion were Mrs. Tabatha Guy, Mrs. Patty Collins, Mrs. Tori Meadows, Mrs. Lisa Chester, all of Twin City, Mrs. Connie Turner of ... More ... Keep the Flame Burning III For the past two years the Governor David Emanuel Chapter USDAR has honored the veterans of our local area, our ancestors and relatives and friends who fought to give us the freedom we enjoy and take for granted. More ... Birthdays October 3 Chris Tillman, Michele Renee Lyons, Roland Thomas, Scott Dawkins, Walter Scott, Arlie Fountain, Lucy Riner October 4 Dean Sherrod, Audrey Anne Montgomery, Brad Riner, Caria Hope Sconyers, Edna Purvis, Ed Daniels, Sandra M. More ...
Jacob Edward Williams, son of Stormy Scott and Jason Williams, celebrated his 1st birthday Sept. 9 at the home of his grandparents, Brenda and Danny Kirby. Jacob turned one year old on Sept. 6. Joining Jacob and his parents to celebrate were his sister, Brianna, and brother, Lance. More ...
Natalie Denise Hendrix celebrated her 2nd birthday with a party on Aug. 4 at the clubhouse of her great grandparents, Peggy and Floyd Ware in Swainsboro. She turned 2 years old on Aug. 5th. The theme of the celebration was "Dora the Explorer" complete with matching decorations and a "Dora" birthd... More ...
Cassidy Na'Kayla Jordan Cassidy is the daughter of Crystal Akridge of Swainsboro. Maternal grandparents are Terrell and Melanie Colter and Dennis Akridge, all of Swainsboro. Great grandparents are Louise Collins, Jean Rountree and Ralph and Susie Akridge, all of Swainsboro. More ... Georgia Farm Bureau scholarships Georgia Farm Bureau will award scholarships to ten high school seniors who plan to pursue a college degree in agriculture, family and consumer sciences or a related field. The top three students will each receive a scholarship of $3,000. The remaining seven students will each receive a $750 schola... More ... CCR&R offers safety workshop October 22 Swainsboro Tech CCR&R Offers Health and Safety Workshop for Childcare Providers Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) Agency of East Central Georgia of Swainsboro Technical College is offering a Health and Safety Workshop on Monday, Oct. 22 at Bethany Home located at 1305 East North Street in ... More ...
Mr. and Mrs. David and Nancy Atkins of Swainsboro announce the engagement of their daughter, Krista Lee Atkins, to Anthony Nicholls of Byron. The future groom is the son of Mrs. Annette Nicholls of Byron and Mr. Pete Nicholls of Centerville. More ...
Abbi Waters, daughter of David and Stephannie Waters of Kite, celebrated her 6th birthday with a Build-A-Bear Workshop Party on Saturday, Sept. 15. Guests included Jayci Stone, Kara Drew, Bridgett Dixon, Carlie Dixon, Jaren Veal, Casey Woods and Jennifer and Burt Dixon helped to chaperone the c... More ...
Weslyn Grace Snellgrove, daughter of Wes and Jamie Snellgrove of Swainsboro, celebrated her 1st birthday with a party on July 7 at the Woodman of the World Lodge. She turned 1 year old on July 5. The theme of the celebration was "Little Princess' 1st Birthday". Bouquets of hot pink, black and whi... More ...
Melony Grantham of Brunswick and Terrel Colter of Swainsboro are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Terri A. Smith of Ludowici, to Benjamin W. Collins of Ludowici. The future groom is the son of Frances Alverson of Ludowici and R. L. Collins of Stillmore. More ... Robertson graduates basic training Army Reserve Pvt. Daniel C. Robertson has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. More ... Teen Read Week slated at Library October 14-20 Area teens will be reading for the fun of it as Franklin Memorial Library celebrates the tenth annual Teen Read Week, Oct. 14- 20. They join thousands of other libraries, schools and bookstores across the country who are encouraging teens to celebrate this year's theme, "LOL @ your library. More ...
Swainsboro Technical College dental assisting students enjoyed a recent visit with Dr. Charles Meyers and Staff. Dr. Meyers, a Dublin orthodontist, welcomed the students to come and observe procedures typical to the practice of an orthodontist. More ... Swainsboro FFAholds kickoff event Swainsboro FFA recently held their first meeting of the year at Swainsboro High School. The Kickoff event highlighted senior officers as they performed their first opening and closing ceremony. The event hosted members of the community and members of the Emanuel County school system. More ...
The National Football League and American Heart Association (AHA) have joined forces to create a program that will encourage physical activity among youngsters. Swainsboro Elementary School is one of the 250 schools that is participating in this program. More ...
Emanuel County Department of Family and Children Services FICM 1 Gwendolyn Marie McKenzie retired after 34 years of service to the State of Georgia. The agency hosted a retirement luncheon in McKenzie's honor at Catered Creations in Swainsboro. More ... |
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