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Emanuel County Family Connection is excited to announce our 2026 Ferst Readers Book Character Contest fundraiser grand total is $10,391. Congratulations and Thank You to all 16 entries: 1st Place … more
The Veterans at the Library and the Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution held the 1st Veterans Wall Dedication and Liberty Tree Dedication event on Saturday, November 7, at the Veterans & … more
The Emanuel County Institute (ECI) JROTC Bulldog Battalion recently held a successful blood drive in collaboration with the American Red Cross. The event brought students, cadets, and staff together … more
Ricky Thompson (I) defeated Alan Moss in the race for Emanuel County Commission District 4 in the November 3 election. Voters also approved the extension of the One Percent Educational Special … more

On Saturday, November 7, Joyce Long Fennell, Rosebud of the American Rosie the Riveter Association, placed a patriotic wreath at the Rosie Monument in the Veterans and 1st Responders Park, located on … more
Franklin Memorial Library has several exciting activities and programs planned as we continue through November, and we invite the community to join us! The upcoming week begins with another episode … more
Dear Forest Blade Editor: Recently, Judge Bobby Reeves mentioned in a Facebook posting that all our federal Representatives, and a third of the Senate are accountable to the voters every two … more
Dear Editor, Memories are so important to each of us. However, I believe memories should be shared so others can remember them also and receive joy from what happened years ago. My name is Ms. … more
Jed Crapps, owner of Local Propane Services LLC, is giving back to the community by hosting a propane cylinder refill fundraiser for the Swainsboro High School FFA Chapter on Saturday, November … more

Swainsboro native Harold Scott has been named to the Georgia High School Football Hall of Fame Selection Committee. The HOF was created to honor the rich history of Georgia high school football. The … more
The Veterans at the Library held their weekly meeting at the First Baptist Church Social Hall Monday morning, November 9, at 9 a.m. With Chair Johnny Tapley presiding, we had 54 in attendance. The … more
For Clay Lawrence, agriculture has always been more than a way of life. It is a family tradition, a passion and a future he hopes to continue building right here at home. Now a senior at Emanuel … more
Back by popular demand, one of Emanuel County’s most anticipated fall cleanup opportunities returns this month. Emanuel County Public Works will host its annual Tire Amnesty Day on Saturday, … more
Our Book Character Contest results will be revealed next week. We want to thank all of the characters and the donors and remind the community that this is a fundraiser that will benefit Emanuel … more

This past week a Fall tradition was enjoyed by a large cross section of our community, both young and old alike! For over a century, The Southeast Georgia Jaycee Fair has stood as a keystone for our … more
Franklin Memorial Library is excited to welcome the community to another month of activities, creativity and opportunities to connect. As November gets underway, we encourage patrons of all ages to … more
Pineland TelCo is transitioning its traditional television service to Pineland TV, a streaming platform that gives subscribers more ways to enjoy their favorite programming at home and on the go, … more
The Veterans at the Library held their weekly meeting at the Franklin Memorial Library Monday morning, November 2, at 9 a.m. With Chair Johnny Tapley presiding, they had 40 in attendance. The … more
The following occurred during the Emanuel County Superior Court October 2026 term: Angel Oliver non-negotiated a guilty plea on one count improper sexual contact by employee in the 1st degree. She … more

The regular meeting of the Swainsboro Mayor and City Council was held Monday evening, November 2, at 6 p.m. at Swainsboro Fire Department Headquarters. Following the call to order, an invocation by … more
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