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Hummingbirds getting ready to depart

Remember how excited we were in March to see the return of our hummingbirds? We have enjoyed them for the past six months, but now they have less than a month to stay with us. For Emanuel County, …

A lasting impression: Meet inspiring teacher, Jordanna Williams

Mrs. Jordanna Williams was chosen as the 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year and Emanuel County Teacher of the Year. Beginning her teaching career in Toombs County teaching Pre-K at Lyons Primary School, …

Kirkland pleads guilty to murder

On Wednesday, September 4, Kelvin Kirkland negotiated a guilty plea on one count felony murder before Superior Court Judge Tommy Smith. He received life with parole; nol pros on one count malice …

Governor David Emanuel-Adam Brinson Chapter to hold meeting

The Governor David Emanuel-Adam Brinson Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet September 19, at 3 p.m. at the Sudie Fulford Learning Center located on the campus of the East …

Total Wellness Session at Fulford Center to focus on eye health

East Georgia State College’s Sudie Fulford Community Learning Center will host the latest edition of the Total Wellness Series on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 12 p.m. This engaging event, led by …

Celebrating Constitution Week

In celebration of Constitution Week, The United States Constitution, America’s most important document, stands as a testament to the tenacity of Americans throughout history to maintain their …

Albritton art exhibition opens September 19

Amber Albritton of Swainsboro will be the featured artist at The Kalmanson Gallery of Emanuel Arts Council. An opening reception will be held September 19th, from 5 to 7 p.m. The reception for the …

Citizens address City Council

The September meeting of the Swainsboro Mayor and City Council was held on Monday, September 9, 2024, at 6 p.m. at Swainsboro City Hall. Following an Invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance, the …

One sentenced in Superior Court

The following occurred during the Emanuel County Superior Court July 2024 term: Kelvin Kirkland negotiated a guilty plea on one count felony murder. He received life with parole; nol pros on one …

Temporary locations for ICU and Emergency Department at Emanuel Medical Center

Emanuel Medical center is undergoing some exciting changes as a major renovation of the Emergency Department gets underway. During this construction period, patients and visitors will experience …

"Stop the violence" a huge success

On August 24 , A&O Men’s Center and Elder Keith McKinney sponsored a rally at the Boneyard Pavilion to bring public safety, school administrators, government officials and a crowd of local citizens …

Back-to-School Touch-a-Truck was a huge success

Excitement filled the air as the Back-to-School Touch A Truck event in downtown Swainsboro kicked off on August 3. Kids of all ages were thrilled to meet the local safety officers as their vehicles …

Vyve Broadband announces Football Fridays Giveaway for September: Invites communities to catch the Vyve

Vyve Broadband, a dedicated supporter of local schools and communities, announces the launch of its Football Fridays for September. This exciting initiative celebrates the start of the school year …
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Durden Bank - Spotlight on 4 Locations

Durden Banking Company has a decades long history, with their original office in Twin City, GA. But over time, they built the business with a branch in Swainsboro, Millen and the addition of Metter …

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Obituaries
Johnny Parker, 75
Mr. Johnny Lee Parker, 75, of Swainsboro, passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024, at Memorial Health in Savannah following an extended illness. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 21, at …
Connie Turner, 62
Mrs. Connie Johnson Turner, 62, of Twin City, passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at her residence. Funeral services were held Thursday, September 12, at 1 p.m. at Canoochee Baptist Church with …
Catherine Spikes, 65
Catherine Spikes, age 65, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro. A Celebration of Life was held Saturday, September 14, at 11 …
Crime
    • SPD: 9.18.24

      Officers with the Swainsboro Police Department (SPD) reported… September 5 Officer ran the license plate of a vehicle to find it had no …

    • JAIL: 9.18.24

      The following persons have been booked into Emanuel County Jail, according to Emanuel County Sheriff Jeffrey Brewer, on warrants obtained by one …

    • ECSO: 9.18.24

      According to the Emanuel County Sheriff’s Office… September 8 Victim went to ECSO and stated she received a phone call from someone …

    • SPD: 9.11.24

      Officers with the Swainsboro Police Department (SPD) reported… August 27 Officer witnessed a vehicle run a stop sign and conducted a …

    • JAIL: 9.11.24

      The following persons have been booked into Emanuel County Jail, according to Emanuel County Sheriff Jeffrey Brewer, on warrants obtained by one …

    • ECSO: 9.11.24

      According to the Emanuel County Sheriff’s Office… September 3 Deputy was dispatched to Racket Town Rd. in reference to property …

Education
Nevil graduates from Valdosta State University
Valdosta State University is proud to announce the area members of its graduating class of Summer 2024. Cameron Hadden Nevil of Swainsboro earned her Master of Education in Elementary …
Band of Gold performs at Georgia School Boards Association
The Swainsboro Band of Gold performed in Savannah at the Hyatt Regency Hotel for the Georgia School Boards Association Summer Convention on June 7. Lindy Sikes, director of bands at SHS, had been …
SES students learn about the Star-Spangled Banner
Just in time for the focus on patriotism as Americans remember 9/11, the Thomas McCall Chapter National Society United States Daughters of 1812 (NS USD1812), donated an educational kit, “Stars and …
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Tinley speaks to Patrick Carr

The Patrick Carr Rangers Chapter, Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution, held its quarterly meeting Monday night, September 9, at President David Hargrove’s home. With President David …

Tapley speaks to Veterans

The Veterans at the Library held their weekly meeting at the Franklin Memorial Library Monday morning, September 16, at 9 a.m. With Chair Johnny Tapley presiding, they had 48 in attendance. The Beta …

Daughtry speaks to Fall Line

The Fall Line Chapter held their monthly meeting Tuesday night, September 10, at the WC Chamber of Commerce in Sandersville at 7 p.m. With President Sandy Mercer presiding, they had 10 in attendance. …

Burke speaks to Brier Creek

The Brier Creek Chapter held its monthly meeting Thursday night, September 5, at Walls Diner at 6:30 p.m. With President Wayne Howard presiding, they had 14 in attendance. Registrar Lee Herron …
Features

Memories are made of this

Jimmy E. Lawson, son of two sharecroppers, Annie Lois Edenfield and Alonza Lee (Lonzy) Lawson, born in 1935 on family land south of Swainsboro, west side of what was Hwy 1. The two room house with a …

Community enjoys 50 year celebration with Dr. Ray

Dr. Ray is a name that you often hear throughout our tight-knit community. He is someone who has served this community for 50 years. On August 29, his 50 years of service was honored. The celebration …

EMC Nursing Home welcomes Mills

The halls of the Emanuel Medical Center Nursing Home have a new ray of sunshine beaming through them with the addition of Missy Mills as the Activities Director for the facility. “I started …

Happy Labor Day

Labor Day is Monday, September 2. Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers and is traditionally observed on the first Monday in September. It was created by …
Faith

Living Way Ministries to hold annual women conference

Living Way Ministries will have their annual women conference Friday, June 7 and Saturday, June 8, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, June 9, at 2:30 p.m. The theme for the conference will be ‘Surely God can do …

Oak Chapel renovation

About the time Covid reared its ugly head early in 2021 and churches were suspending in-house services for a while, another problem arose at Oak Chapel Baptist Church. While inspecting some low spots …

Mt. Olivet Baptist Church to hold VBS

Mt. Olivet Baptist Church near Garfield has planned Vacation Bible School for June 4-7 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. each night. Classes will include ages 0 - 19. The theme ‘Breaker Rock Beach, God's …
Opinion

School days

The passing of Labor Day brings memories of school days. Today, schools start much earlier than in my school years. Since schools were not air conditioned, the beginning of school was hoped to be …

A battle we can win

Every now and then we all take things for granted. It just happens, right? It doesn’t mean you’re a bad person, it just means you’re human. But it does happen, and when it happens for long …

Happy to be living in such a happy state of mind

Are you happy? If so, I am happy. But you and I might be exceptions. I just read a report by WalletHub, a personal finance company, that ranks the 50 states on a number of metrics to determine which …
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