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Emanuel County is very lucky to have such well-trained deputies! They recently responded to my house after I called 911 for a fellow that pushed himself in my home. Deputies didn’t hesitate to … more
The Franklin Memorial Library is announcing its September 6 through 9 schedule, which includes special events, a staff meeting, and changes in operating hours. On September 6, the library staff will … more
A grandparent is warm hugs and sweet memories. They remember all of your accomplishments and forget all of your mistakes. They help you establish the foundations of love that you’ll build your life … more
Georgia native, Bobby Jones, once said, “Golf is the closest game to the game we call life. You get bad breaks from good shots; you get good breaks from bad shots – but you have to play the ball … more

Shortly after 10 p.m. Saturday, September 2, the Emanuel County 911 center received a call stating that a person had been shot on Harrison Drive in Swainsboro. Upon arrival of law enforcement … more
Each year at East Georgia State College’s (EGSC) fall workshop, faculty and staff come together to meet about the upcoming academic year. During the workshop, the annual EGSC Employee Appreciation … more
Swainsboro High School FFA member Laynie Scott recently attended the statewide FFA Floral Design Career Development Event training held at Camp John Hope. The workshop is designed specifically for … more
A first appearance hearing was held for Johnnie Lee Dixon, Jr, 35, of Swainsboro, on Tuesday, September 5, at 2:44 p.m., before honorable Judge Reeves in the Emanuel County Superior Courtroom. During … more
The Emanuel County Humane Society and The Forest-Blade are partnering together to save the lives of shelter dogs at the Betty Gambrell Animal Shelter in Swainsboro. Each week The Forest-Blade will … more

The Swainsboro and Metter offices of Pineland Telephone will close at noon today. Trouble calls can still be made to 800-247-2244. However, technicians will only be dispatched when safe to do so. more
The Forest-Blade will be closing today at noon with plans to open back tomorrow morning at the usual time. more
Citizens Bank will be closing today at noon with plans to open back tomorrow morning at the usual time. more
Durden Bank in Swainsboro and Twin City will be closing today at noon with plans to open back tomorrow morning at the usual time. more

Swainsboro High School will have several former Tigers on college rosters this season. We wish them all well. We will follow their career and update the Swainsboro community throughout the season. … more
On Thursday, August 24, America Knits was awarded with their Georgia Made Certificate of Designation, certifying that their NEWLY LAUNCHED brand seeds2seams.com is “Georgia Made”. CEO Steve … more
To kick off the week, we show our gratitude to the brave men and women who have served our country by giving them breakfast and coffee. Join us for Veterans' Breakfast every Monday morning if you … more
The Emanuel County Board of Education met on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. at the Central Office with the following members in attendance: John Allen Bailey, Del Brown, Cherie Hooks, Tanya … more
The City of Adrian held their ribbon cutting for the grand opening of the new City Hall on Wednesday, August 23. Mayor Wynola Smith welcomed City Council members and community with a speech and gave … more

Emanuel County Institute FFA member Halli Kate Johnson recently attended the statewide FFA Floral Design Career Development Event training held at Camp John Hope. The workshop is designed … more
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