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Local Author, Nataya Wright, to hold book-signing Saturday, June 10

Swainsboro native, Nataya Cowart Wright, is an author, licensed professional counselor and life coach, a serial entrepreneur, and the founder of the non-profit organization, SheRose, Inc. …

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Two sentenced in Superior Court

The following occurred during the Emanuel County Superior Court April 2023 term: Walter Figueroa, negotiated a guilty plea on one count felony fleeing and eluding. He was fined $5,000 with five …

Swainsboro Police Department to host summer Scavenger Hunt

The Swainsboro Police Department will host its annual summer Scavenger Hunt for the community during the entire month of June. Each year, SPD hosts a "find a rock" Scavenger Hunt program for children …

McLeod-Moring Camp #1386 Sons of Confederate Veterans Recognize Members

At its monthly meeting held on May 18, 2023 held at the New China Restaurant, Commander Daryl Hill presented several awards to members.  Nick Kraus was recognized for outstanding service as the …

Swainsboro Middle School End of the Year Honor Roll and Star Honor Roll

6th Grade EOY Honor Roll SanQuan Jabari Benjamin, Karlie Elayne Bettencourtt, Levi Parker Bishop, RayAnna Danae Burnette, Jamir Lamar Carter, Gregory Owen Cheeks, Adalia Millyon Cloud, Brennan …

Swainsboro Middle School 4th 9 weeks Honor Roll and Star Honor Roll

6th Grade Honor Roll Mylie Rae Beneteau, SanQuan Jabari Benjamin, Karlie Elayne Bettencourtt, Levi Parker Bishop, Haley Sh'riyah Brooks, RayAnna Danae Burnette, Gregory Owen Cheeks, Adalia Millyon …

SAR members participate in the annual Livestock Parade

On Saturday, April 1, 2023, members of the Georgia Society Chapters Brier Creek, Wiregrass and Little River traveled to Sylvania for the Annual Livestock Parade. Commander Steve Burke walked beside …


Revolutionary War grave marking held

On Saturday, March 25, 2023, a Revolutionary War Patriot Grave Marking was held at the Magnolia Cemetery in Augusta. Dedication of the Markers to the Speaker of the House, William Glascock, and his …

Ogeechee Riverkeeper contributes to scientific paper 

The Journal article was edited for young readers and their educators.  Damon Mullis, executive director and riverkeeper at Ogeechee Riverkeeper (ORK) and Checo Colon-Gaud, Ph.D., professor & …

Calling all “Bicentennial Historians”

In December of 1822, the City of Swainsboro was formally created by a resolution and an act of the Legislature of the State of Georgia. In our upcoming July 4, edition as a service to our readers, …

Elliott speaks to Brier Creek

The Brier Creek Chapter, Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution held its monthly meeting, Thursday night April 6, 2023, at Walls Diner in Sylvania at 7:00 p.m. With President Wayne Howard …

ECHS sponsoring adoptions through June

Emanuel County Humane Society is sponsoring adoptions at the Betty Gambrell Animal Shelter now through the end of June. Please go by at 343 Market Street and pick out your new best friend! The …
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Obituaries
Steve Peebles, 69
Mr. Steve Peebles, 69, of Adrian, passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at Fairview Park Hospital in Dublin following an extended illness. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 27, at 11 a.m., in …
Nedra Ann Hooks Mason, 82
Mrs. Nedra Ann Hooks Mason, 82, of Beech Island, SC, passed away Monday, May 22, 2023, at Piedmont Hospital in Augusta following an extended illness. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 25, at …
Martha Lee Way, 72
Mrs. Martha Lee Way, 72, of Swainsboro, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Emanuel County Nursing Home in Swainsboro following an extended illness. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 27, …
Crime
    • SPD 5.31.2023

      Officers with the Swainsboro Police Department (SPD) reported… May 19 Officer met with complainant at SPD who advised an enclosed …

    • Jail 5.31.2023

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

    • ECSO 5.31.2023

      According to the Emanuel County Sheriff’s Office… May 20 Victim stated his chihuahua dog is missing and he watched his cameras and saw …

    • Thank you to all our officers

      In honor of Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day, The Forest-Blade, along with other sponsors, provided Krispy Kreme donuts and milk to …

    • SPD: 5.24.23

      Officers with the Swainsboro Police Department (SPD) reported… May 11 Officer was dispatched to Enmarket and met with complainant who …

    • JAIL: 5.24.23

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

Education
Twin City Lions Club presents scholarships
The Twin City Lions is pleased to present two scholarships to ECI seniors Sarah Catherine Kraus and Karly Oliff. Congratulations ladies, and congratulations to all of the graduates in the Class of …
Swainsboro Primary School May Character Kids
At Swainsboro Primary School, the character trait for May is “Self-Control”. One student from each class was selected for displaying self-control each day. These students get special recognition …
Spring Commencement held at East Georgia State College
East Georgia State College (EGSC) held its Spring Commencement Ceremony Friday, May 12, 2023, at 6 p.m. The ceremony was held in the gymnasium on the EGSC Swainsboro campus. At the beginning of …
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Faith
Hebron Primitive Baptist Church in Garfield will hold their 219th annual meeting Thursday and Friday, May 25 and 26, at 7 p.m. with Elder Dan Bryant speaking; Saturday, May 27, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, …
The Oglesby family reunion is set for Sunday, June 4, at 12 p.m. at Magnolia Springs State Park in Millen. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. For questions or concerns, call Gennie at 678.677.5803 or …
Pastor Amos Handsom, Jr. announces that God's Holy Tabernacle will be hosting a revival, May 26-27, 2023, at 398 Parrish Pond Road, Twin City, at 7:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be Evangelist Ronnie …
Features
Emanuel County Commission officials have received notification that the County will receive state grant awards of more than 6 million dollars for three upcoming projects. County Administrator Guy …
David Emanuel Academy held their graduation ceremony Wednesday, May 17 at 6 p.m. Headmaster Haylee Free opened the program with the announcement of the first ever SOAR Teacher of the Year, Melissa …
The regular meeting of the Emanuel County Board of Commissioners convened on Tuesday, May 15, 2023. Chairman Hugh Foskey called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. in the Commissioner’s Board Room of …
Opinion
A few years ago, I was asked to introduce Sonny Perdue at a fundraiser in Emanuel County. He was running for Governor as a Republican against then-Governor Roy Barnes, a long-time, dyed in the …
by DWIGHT WATT Answer: Emails that are sent that have lots of visible email addresses are valuable on the dark web and to phishers and spammers. Emails get forwarded to different people and the …
I arrived on campus at the University of Georgia in 1968, 3 years after Coach Dooley got there. It was a big deal to a 17-year-old from Swainsboro, Georgia. After my parents deposited me and all my …
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