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Hospital Authority members honored
      James L. Ray, MD, Clark Dixon and Craig McNeely were each presented a plaque of appreciation for serving on the Emanuel County Hospital Authority. The presentation was made at the employee Christmas party sponsored by the Emanuel Medical Center Medical Staff, Hospital Authority and Brim Healthcare...
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Brianna Wright receives award at banquet
      The Southern Stockhorse Association held its annual awards banquet in Florence, S.C. on Dec. 8. Brianna Wright, 12, was named overall reserve high points winner in her age division, receiving a $400 savings bond. She also received high points awards in the categories of cutting and speed. In addit...
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Kassidy Mays celebrates 3rd birthday
      Kassidy Derriell Mays, daughter of Derrish Mays and Shimica Carter, celebrated her 3rd birthday with a "Dora the Explorer" party on December 13 with her early headstart class. Kassy turned 3 years old on that day. The party area was decorated to go along with the theme, including matching cups, p...
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Drake twins celebrate birthday with two parties
      Jared Dillon and Justin Dakota Drake, sons of Billy Joe and Donna Drake of Swainsboro, were honored at a birthday party Saturday, Nov. 17 at their home. Jared and Justin turned 4 years old on Nov. 13.
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Hopkins, Johnson announce engagement
      Mr. and Mrs. Alva Joseph Hopkins III of Folkston announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Miss Melissa Ann Hopkins, to Mr. Ronald Gregory Johnson, Jr. (Greg), son of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Gregory Johnson of Swainsboro.
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Advertising Staff
     Madelyne Meeks, Connie Kea, Trudie Edenfield and Pam Akridge, advertising staff at The Forest-Blade, would like to thank you, our customers, for all of your support. We have really appreciated your business throughout the year, and look forward to continuing to met your needs in the coming new year....
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Peyton Lee celebrates 1st birthday with 'Sports' party
      Peyton Michael Lee, son of Jana and Michael Lee of Kite, celebrated his first birthday with a sports theme party at the Kite Gymnasium, Saturday, Nov. 17. The marquee outside the gym announced the first birthday party for Peyton.
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Riley Cannady celebrates 1st birthday December 1
      Riley Lynn Cannady, daughter of Ron and Tiegg Cannady of Statesboro, celebrated her first birthday with a party on Dec. 1 at the home of Rex and Cheryl Rigdon in Twin City. She turned one year old on Dec. 5. The theme of the party was "Dots and Daisies," complete with decorations.
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Wallee Kersey turns two years old
      James Wallace Lee "Wallee" Kersey, son of Marvin and Jodi Kersey of Swainsboro was honored at a birthday party at their farm in Summertown. Wallee turned two on October 18th. Twin Oaks Farm was the site for the farm themed party complete with tractor and farm decorations, and a hay ride. Guests en...
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Gunner Oliver celebrates 2nd birthday December 1
      Gunner Alan Oliver, son of Timmy and Tiffany Oliver of Twin City, celebrated his 2nd birthday with a party on December 1 at Burger King. Gunner turned 2 years old on December 14.
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Good Neighbor award
      East Georgia College's Plant Operations Department was recently awarded the "Good Neighbor Award" by the State Charitable Contributions Programs in recognition for outstanding achievement in the 2007 enrollment/fund drive.
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