News

Stanford kicks off Operation Digital Heroes with United Veterans of Millen, Inc.

Erin Stanford, an 11th grade honor student at Emanuel County Institute (‘ECI’), recently participated in the first training session for her service initiative, Operation Digital Heroes. …

News from Under the Gold Dome

Last week, members of the Georgia House of Representatives returned to the State Capitol following a winter storm that impacted much of the southern part of the state. One of our primary …

Letter to the Editor

Dear people of the great state of Georgia, Hello! I am a third grade student in Northern Virginia. Our class is learning about the United States, and I will be teaching our school about the state …

Lee named STAR student at DEA

David Emanuel Academy senior Peyton Lee has been named STAR Student and has selected Donna Campbell as his STAR Teacher. During his time at DEA, Peyton has received numerous accolades. He was …

Humane Society to meet February 11

The Emanuel County Humane Society will meet February 11 at Franklin Memorial Library at 6 p.m. This will be our first meeting in the new year. We would like to welcome anyone who is interested in …

East Georgia State College honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with ‘The Journey’ Celebration

East Georgia State College (EGSC) hosted a special event called "The Journey" on January 14, 2025, to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The event took place at 6 p.m. in the Luck Gam-brell Building …

Dr. John Derden to conduct the Historic Sherman’s March Tour through Georgia

East Georgia State College (EGSC) invites you to join Dr. John K. Derden, Professor Emeritus of History, on Saturday, February 22, 2025, as he guides a day tour through Emanuel, Jen-kins, and Burke …

All the Fixins’ named Business of the Year

It was in the heart of Twin City, Georgia that a small-town girl’s dream began to take shape. Janna Tucker, who grew up tending to her family’s farm here in Emanuel County, found joy in the …

Individual arrested for domestic violence

On February 2, 2025, at 7:19 p.m., officers were called to Emanuel Medical Center in reference to a gunshot wound. A 46-year-old female with a Swainsboro address had been struck in the left lower leg …

Individual arrested for carjacking

On January 30, 2025, at 6:25 p.m., Swainsboro Police Department Officer stopped a vehicle on South Main Street in reference to a traffic violation. Officers discovered the vehicle was displaying an …

Emanuel County Republican Party to hold Post Inaugural Celebration

The Emanuel County Republican Party invites you to their Post Inaugural Trump/Vance Vic-tory Celebration on Monday Feb. 10, at 6:30 p.m. at The Rustic Grill in Swainsboro. Guest speaker will be Mrs. …

Bowman wins ‘Winter Wonderland’ giveaway

Kym Bowman of Twin City is the $100 winner of our ‘Winter Wonderland’ giveaway. The For-est-Blade thanks everyone who participated, posting over 400 pictures/comments on our EmanuelCountyLive …

Kearson retires at ECI

After 14 seasons as head football coach at ECI and 29 years of teaching and coaching, Chris Kearson announced his retirement recently. Coach Kearson leaves ECI as the winningest coach in ECI program …

Art, poetry needed for Black History Month

All Emanuel County students are invited to join the Black History Month Art and Poetry Celebration at Emanuel Arts Council. Students are invited to showcase their creativity and talent in a special …

Commissioners begin new year

In spite of snow, ice and obstructive weather, the Emanuel County Commissioners sailed through a full docket of agenda items at their first meeting of 2025 which was moved to Tuesday evening, January …
Video - Durden Banking Company

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
William "Bill" Dixon, 90
Durden-Hudson Funeral Directors announces the death of Mr. William “Bill” Allen Dixon, age 90, of Swainsboro on Monday, January 27,2025 at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in …
Shirley Ann Brown, 70
Shirley Ann Brown, age 70, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 27, 2025, at her home with her devoted husband by her side. A Celebration of Life was held Saturday, February 1, at 11 a.m. at …
Michael Caputo, Jr., 84
Mr. Michael V. Caputo, Jr., 84, of Swainsboro, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at his residence following an extended illness. Funeral Services were held Saturday, February 1, at 2 p.m. in the …
Crime
    • SPD: 2.5.25

      Officers with the Swainsboro Police Department (SPD) reported… January 24 Officer was dispatched to W. Church St. in reference to a …

    • JAIL: 2.5.25

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

    • ECSO: 2.5.25

      According to the Emanuel County Sheriff’s Office… January 26 Deputy responded to Ivey Hall Rd. where complainant stated he parked his …

    • JAIL: 1.29.25

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

    • ECSO: 1.29.25

      According to the Emanuel County Sheriff’s Office… January 17 Deputy was asked to follow-up on a theft that took place the week prior. …

    • SPD: 1.29.25

      Officers with the Swainsboro Police Department (SPD) reported… January 17 Officers were dispatched to elaine Dr. in reference e to guns …

Education
Valdosta State University announces Fall 2024 Dean's List
More than 2,000 distinguished and accomplished students were named to Valdosta State University's Fall 2024 Dean's List. Dean's List honors are reserved for the highest achieving students at VSU. To …
Skunk Brigade members present Revolutionary War Program
Members of the Skunk Brigade, Ted Walker of South Carolina and Lee Herron of Georgia, Sons of the American Revolution, traveled to Augusta to present their program to 40 mem-bers of the Westminster …
TCE celebrates recognition from the Georgia Department of Education
The Georgia Department of Education recently announced its Distinguished and Reward Schools list for the 2023-2024 school year. Emanuel County Schools is proud to share that Twin City Elementary …
SOCIAL
Social

Swainsboro Rotary holds meeting

The Swainsboro Rotary club met at the Rustic Grill Monday, January 27, at 12 p.m. President Zack Proctor called the meeting, and the club recited the 4-way test, invocation and the pledge. New …

Gilmer discusses Summertown Food Pantry at Exchange meeting

On Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at the regular meeting of the Swainsboro Exchange Club mem-ber Billy Chapman had Elizabeth Gilmer as the speaker. She spoke on the operation of the Summertown Food …

Elder speaks to the Veterans

The Veterans at the Library held their weekly meeting at the Franklin Memorial Library Mon-day morning, February 3, at 9 a.m. With Chair Johnny Tapley presiding, they had 45 in at-tendance. The UDC …

Floyd installs Officers at Mill Creek

The Mill Creek Chapter, Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution held its monthly meeting January 28, at the Old Timey Restaurant at 6 p.m. With President Randy Jones pre-siding, they had 12 …
Features

D.O.T. wants your comments

The Georgia Department of Transportation is asking for comments from the public concern-ing the proposal of a “traffic roundabout” at the intersection of Kite Road and the Highway 1 Bypass. The …

Wounded Warriors 2024 Banquet raises $85,533

Thank you so much for your support of our Wounded Warriors Retreat Banquet held November 21, 2024, at Beaver Creek Plantation. Without support from good hearted folks like you, we could not even …

It's time to to show off your little ones! Don't forget to enter them in the POLP!!!

Retirement after 20 years

J Wimberly, right, of Twin City retired from Metter Ford December 31, 2024, after 20 years of service. He was named Employee of the Year for 2024, an award voted on by employees of Metter Ford.
Faith

Holy Zion Church of Metter to hold 47th Church Anniversary

Holy Zion Church of Metter will have their 47th Church Anniversary January 16, 17 and 19, at 7:30 p.m. nightly. Thursday night, January 16, guest speaker will be Bishop Larry MacMiller with Bible …

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 …
Opinion

President Trump: America is already great. Make it good again

Dear Mr. President: I am writing a letter you will never see or know of its existence. So, why the effort? It is be-cause I think it needs to be said. You won this election, no question about …

Marbles, switches and pay dirt

Growing up in the 30's, 40's and 50's, most all Americans were struggling to have food and a roof over their heads. They were the salt of the earth. Our current Vice President does not hesitate to …

A revival of competition

Everybody wants to win. Like it or not, that is a simple truth of the human condition. You think I’m wrong? You want to argue that fact? Thank you, you have just proven my point. People are, by …
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