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The regular meeting of the Mayor and City Council of Swainsboro was held on May 5, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Swainsboro City Hall. Following an invocation by Rev. Brad McKenzie and the Pledge of Allegiance, …
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5/7/25
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Swainsboro High School FFA members made a strong impression at the recent 97th Annual Georgia FFA Convention in Macon. The multi-day event gathered thousands of FFA students from across the state to …
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5/7/25
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Each year during Emanuel County’s annual Pine Tree Festival, six parade entries are named winners in the float contest. For the 78th annual Pine Tree Festival, the winners in the non-profit …
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5/7/25
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Governor Brian P. Kemp announced April 17 that the City of Swainsboro received $2,500,000 in OneGeorgia funds for water, sewer, drainage, and road infrastructure improvements for development in the …
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4/30/25
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Citizens Bank of Swainsboro has once again demonstrated its commitment to the local community by contributing $250,000 to Emanuel Medical Center (EMC) through the Georgia HEART Program. As a …
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4/30/25
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The 78th Annual Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber Expo kicks off this weekend with the Rhythm and Pines Music Festival on Friday night, May 2, followed by the main event on Saturday, May 3, in …
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4/30/25
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It was a packed house at the new Emanuel County government center Monday afternoon as nearly 200 people turned out to mark its official opening. The crowd included everyone from the Emanuel County …
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By HALEI LAMB
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4/23/25
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On Wednesday, April 16, 2025, in Emanuel County Superior Court with Judge Robert S. (Bobby) Reeves presiding, John Gibbons was sentenced to life without parole in the fatal shooting of Darius Tashon …
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4/23/25
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The Downtown Development Authority is thrilled to announce that this year's Pine Tree Festival will include a BBQ Cook-off featuring surprise judge Michael Mixon. Following in the footsteps of his …
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4/23/25
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The Sunshine House Children’s Advocacy Center Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Haylee Free as Executive Director effective July 1. Free is replacing Carol Donaldson who …
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4/16/25
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With a small crowd in attendance, the special called meeting of Mayor and City Council took place Monday, April 14, 2025, at City Hall. Following an invocation brought by Bro. Shannon Boula of …
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4/16/25
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Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 78th Annual Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber Expo! This year's festivities promise to be more thrilling and vibrant than ever! The event kicks …
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By BRITTANY WILLIAMS, DIRECTOR OF EVENTS AND TOURISM
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4/16/25
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Emanuel County is opening the doors to a new era of public service with the debut of a new administrative space.
The Emanuel County Board of Commissioners will host a ribbon cutting ceremony on …
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4/15/25
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Every year, the Georgia Department of Education honors students who have carried exemplary course loads during their four years of high school, performed excellently in all courses, successfully …
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4/9/25
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Get ready for an unforgettable experience as the extreme aerial daredevils, the Nerveless Nocks, take center stage at the 78th Annual Pine Tree Festival! On Saturday, May 3rd, prepare to be thrilled …
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4/9/25
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The following occurred during the Emanuel County Superior Court January 2025 term:
Anthony Bender, repeat offender, negotiated a guilty-alford plea on one count aggravated assault (reduced) …
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4/9/25
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A special election was held Tuesday, March 18 to fill the vacant seats of the Mayor and two City Council seats. Sandra Bailes won the mayoral race with 109 votes, defeating Wynola Smith, who received …
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3/26/25
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An election last Tuesday brought a close to a year-long absence of representation for District 5 in the City of Swainsboro. Roddrigus M. Foster, Sr. received a total of 100 votes for the council …
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3/26/25
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Barbara Stevens, 76, resident of Emanuel Medical Center Nursing Home, has cherished a life-long dream of visiting Disney World. From the moment she first saw the enchanting commercials on TV and …
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by WISH OF A LIFETIME FROM AARP
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3/19/25
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