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Duty doesn’t wait, and neither do Emanuel County’s firefighters.
Nearly as soon as this year’s annual Fire & Rescue Banquet began, tones dropped.
On a night meant to give them pause and …
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By HALEI LAMB, COUNTY CLERK
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5/6/26
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Throughout the years, Swainsboro has seen its fair share of heroes who make it their mission to give back to others. For Lieutenant Colby Martin, firefighting isn’t just a job. It’s a way to give …
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5/6/26
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The library will close early at 4 p.m. today, May 6, for a staff meeting. Patrons are encouraged to plan their visits accordingly. On Thursday, May 7, at 6 p.m., the library will host two separate …
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by KAYLA WILLIAMS
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5/6/26
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Mother’s Day is a cherished tradition—a time to honor the women who have nurtured, guided, and shaped our lives. This year, on Sunday, May 10, we celebrate the mothers who mean so much to …
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by Wanda Thompson Scarboro
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5/6/26
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Dianne Lawson was recently honored for five years of dedicated service on the Community Service Board of Middle Georgia Citizens Advisory Council. The recognition took place on April 21, 2026, during …
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5/6/26
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The following occurred during the Emanuel County Superior Court January 2026 term:
Galen Sterling negotiated a guilty plea on one count theft by receiving stolen property. He was fined $50 with 10 …
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5/6/26
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The April 2026 Term of the Emanuel County grand jury convened Monday, April 20, 2026, with The Honorable Judge Tommy J. Smith presiding. The Grand Jurors elected Tiffany Lamar to serve as foreperson, …
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5/6/26
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The Emanuel County Veteran’s Center held their annual singing showcase fundraiser on Saturday, April 25, featuring The Showcase Band along with Rhonda & the Relics, Nunez Gospel Group, the Bell …
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by RICHARD CLAXTON
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5/6/26
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On April 28, the GBI arrested and charged Jordan Austin Young, age 25, of Swainsboro, with Involuntary Manslaughter in connection with the death of Kimberly King, age 46, of Reidsville, Georgia. On …
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5/6/26
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Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) Cadet Colby Fordham received the Sons of the American Revolution Bronze Medal JROTC award at the annual Jenkins County High School JROTC battalion award …
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5/6/26
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The work Kristin Hall is doing in Emanuel County as Clerk of Superior Court is setting the standard across Georgia for her profession. What started as a district recognition last year has evolved …
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by HALEI LAMB, COUNTY CLERK
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5/6/26
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On the morning of May 2, 2026, runners came to Swainsboro for the 25th running of the Knotty Pine 5K Race as part of the Pine Tree Festival. The 5K was sponsored by the Swainsboro Kiwanis Club, who …
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by TIM GOODMAN
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5/6/26
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Georgia’s extreme drought is worsening and the risk of wildfires is rising, especially in southern region of the state. As a result, Georgia’s State Forester issued a ban on outdoor burning for …
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4/29/26
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The Kiwanis Club of Swainsboro held its weekly meeting Tuesday night, April 21, at the Scout Hut on Pine Street at 6:30 p.m. With President Dianna Wedincamp presiding, they had 24 in attendance, …
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4/29/26
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Hospitals have long been places of healing and hope. For Bobby and Vera Brightwell, Emanuel Medical Center became something even more. It became the place where they found love when they least …
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4/29/26
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“My name is Karol Key. I have been married to Brian Key for almost 29 years. We have two daughters, Evans Smith (Hunter) and Etta Phillips (Kytle), and one grandson, Bowen Smith, who is 8 months …
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4/29/26
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Shonray Brooks, Emanuel County native and former teacher at Swainsboro Middle School announced her candidacy for District 5 School Board in Emanuel County. Ms. Brooks is a graduate of Emanuel County …
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4/29/26
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Emanuel County voters will head to the polls on May 19 for the General Primary and Nonpartisan Election. Polling locations will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Early voting began on April 27 and …
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4/29/26
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Happening today, April 29, at 3:30 p.m., the library will host Kid’s History Club, led by Regional Genealogy and Local History Coordinator Kaitlyn Capper. The program is recommended for children …
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by KAYLA WILLIAMS
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4/29/26
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Georgia Southern University Police Department (UPD) has earned the Georgia Law Enforcement Certification from the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police, a significant achievement that provides a …
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4/29/26
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