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Canady arrives February 20
      Brad and Melissa Canady of Grovetown proudly announce the birth of their daughter, Mackenzie Blair Canady, February 20, 2008 at the University Hospital in Augusta. Maternal grandparents are Dave and Patti Madsen of Roswell. Paternal grandparents are Danny and Cheryl Canady of Cannochee. Mackenzie ...
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Walden arrives February 20
      Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Davis Walden of Twin City proudly announce the birth of their daughter, Lola Lynn Walden, February 20, 2008 at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro. Lola weighed 7 lbs. 1 oz. and measured 20 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Ms. Pamela Joyner Riner of Garfield...
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Correction
      Mr. Bo Brewer of Fernandina, Fla. and Mrs. Judy Jenkins of Tybee Island announce the engagement of their daughter, Melani Ann Brewer, to Jay Akins of Twin City.
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McMillan, Bing united in double ring ceremony
      Miss Mary Jean McMillan and Mr. Jermayne Cherece Bing were united in a double ring ceremony at the 4-H Clubhouse in Swainsboro February 16, 2008 at 3 p.m. Rev. Michael Kirkland of Dublin officiated the ceremony. Miss McMillan is the daughter of Bishop Larry and Mrs. Cathelene McMillan of Stillmor...
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Garfield Community Club holds March meeting
      The monthly meeting of the Garfield Community Club was held at the community house Thursday, March 6 with Judy Phillips presiding and eighteen members present. After the pledge to the American flag, Maudine Johnson led in singing, "God Bless America" and "Blessed Assurance.
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Cook of the Week
Reid Kasper
     Our Cook of the Week is Reid Kasper of Swainsboro, husband of Ginny Kasper. They have two children, Lindsey and (Chris) Radford of Summertown and Robby Kasper of Swainsboro. He has three grandchildren, Brailey Radford, 1 year old; Taylor Radford, 10 years old; and Eleni Radford 15 years old. In his ...
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Miss Hitchcock, Mr. Youmans honored at engagement party
      Miss Erin Hitchcock and Mr. Win Youmans were honored with an engagement party March 8 at the Coleman House Inn from 7-9 p.m. Hostesses for the event were Bob and Ann Youmans, parents of the groom-elect; Russell and Jeany Webb and John and Paula Sidey.
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Ashley Phillips honored at baby shower
      Mrs. Ashley Phillips of Vidalia was honored at a baby shower Saturday, Feb. 16, at 2 p.m. at the lovely home of the future great grandmother, Celia Mathis. Hostesses for the event were future great aunt ,Rebecca Brantley-Manns; future great grandmother, Celia Mathis, both of Swainsboro; future gre...
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority celebrates 100 years
      During the months of January and February, the members of Nu Upsilon Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc celebrated 100 years of service through sisterhood. Alpha Kappa Alpha is the world's oldest black Greek letter sorority. Founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D...
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Parade of Little People
     Malanie Grace "Gracie" Hopkins 11-09-06 • Kite Parents: Heather & Dan Hopkins Maternal grandparents: Amanda Miller • Ray Cox Paternal grandparents: Kathy & David Hopkins
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Starbound Winner
      Shakylah Unique Sherrod was a High-Gold Winner as she tap danced to "Get Up Off That Thang" by the late James Brown in the Starbound National Talent Competition held in Dallas, Texas March 1, 2008. Shakylah began dancing at age 18 months. She attends A&K Dance & Acro of Killeen, Texas. She attends...
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Miss DEA
      Pictured left to right are, 3rd runner-up, Meghan Johnson; 1st runner-up, Katie Lassiter; Miss DEA, Chelsea Brown; 2nd runner- up, Lauren Patterson; and 4th runner-up, Molly Sconyers.
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Junior Miss DEA
      Pictured left to right are, 1st runner-up, Olivia Smith; Junior Miss DEA, Ceejae Garrett; and 2nd runner-up, Haleigh Hudson.
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Young Miss DEA
      Pictured left to right are, 3rd runner-up, Taylor Dye; 1st runner-up, Logan Faircloth; Young Miss DEA, Haley Williams; 2nd runner-up, Emma Wells; and 4th runner up, Morgan Clifton.
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DEA Princess
      Pictured left to right are, 3rd runner-up, Boslie Booth; 1st runner-up, Laila Mercer; DEA Princess, Emily Clifton; 2nd runner-up, Braliee Jones; and 4th runner-up, Kolbie Motes.
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Little Miss DEA
      Pictured left to right are, 1st runner-up, Alexis Wiggins; Little Miss DEA, Katie Hadden; and 2nd runner-up, Carrie Newsome.
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Little Mr. DEA
      Pictured left to right are, 1st runner-up, Bryce Story; Little Mr. DEA, Dylan Bird; and 2nd runner-up, Timothy Braddock.
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Jones celebrates 2nd birthday
      Demello Jones, son of Derrick and Kimberly Jones, celebrated his 2nd birthday with a party March 9 at Dealva Park. He turned 2 years old on that day. "Spongebob" was the theme of the celebration, complete with yellow and white decorations. The honoree and his young guests were entertained with a ...
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James A. Chance arrives February 1
      Ivy and Derek Chance of Swainsboro proudly announce the birth of their son, James Alton Chance, February 1, 2008 at Emanuel Medical Center in Swainsboro. He weighed 6 lbs. 12 oz. and was 18 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Leisa McGee and Jimmy Simmons, both of Swainsboro. Paternal grandpare...
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New Arrivals
      Stacy Clifton and Roy henry announce the birth of their daughter, Jayden Michelle Henry, March 6, 2008 at Emanuel Medical Center in Swainsboro. She weighed 7 lbs. 3 oz. and was 18 3/4 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Brenda and Ricky Clifton of Twin City. Paternal grandparents are Angie Yike...
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Daddy-Daughter Dance
      Thirty-three couples attended the Daddy-Daughter Dance sponsored by Swainsboro Emanuel County Recreation Department Friday, Feb. 8, at Vann Community House. The annual event is for girls ages 5 to 12 and their daddy or adult escort. The girls enjoyed an evening of socializing and dancing to a vari...
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Glad Garden Club holds meeting
      An experienced accredited flower show judge, Jane Johnson of Millen, was guest speaker at March meeting of Glad Garden Club, emphasizing the many practical aspects of "Floral Designs for the Home". Using familiar available garden flowers and shrubs, Mrs. Johnson demonstrated appealing arrangements...
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