From the May 12, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Hi-Flyer Wins 1st Place Title
Swainsboro Hi-Flyer, Swainsboro High School’s newspaper won first-place honors from the Georgia Scholastic …
From the May 10, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Everybody Loves a Parade-Even Those in it!
Andy Hendrix, son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Hendrix of Swainsboro, was obviously pleased to be riding …
From the May 10, 1962 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Champion ‘Twirler’ Will Perform Here on Friday
Miss Barbra Emminger, former “Miss Majorette of America” and …
From the May 3, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
SHS Students Visit Tech
Five Swainsboro High School students were guests of Georgia School of Technology in Atlanta. They were Jeff Buckley, …
From the May 3, 1962 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Politics Draw Huge Crowd Here
Pines and politics got mixed up a little here at the 17th annual Pine Tree Festival Wednesday but the mixture was …
From the May 1, 2002 edition of The Forest-Blade:
800 Meters
Kejuan Phillips places first in the 800-meter race.
Tigers Golf Team Advance to State
The Swainsboro High School Golf …
From the April 28, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Dedicating
Terry Brown and Lisa Moxley, ECI editor, honors ECI Coach Isiah Andrews and ECI Coach Arthur Hudson by dedicating the 1981-1982 …
From the April 26, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Airport Extension is Planned
Extensive improvements, expansion and acquisition of additional land is being planned for Emanuel county …
From the April 25, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Sherman’s Trail Yard Sale Coming Through Emanuel County
Now is the time to make plans to join Georgians from Atlanta to Savannah as …
From the April 24, 2002 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Cleaning up!
Supporting the upcoming Emanuel County Cleanup April 27 are, Latrail Reese, Stillmore Mayor Roxie Wilkins, Don Boan, Shelba …
From the April 22, 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Being Campaign
Mrs. Susan Cross, cancer crusade chairman, and Mrs. Anne Hostilo, Emanuel County Cancer Society board member, stuff campaign …
From the April 21, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
GOAL Winner
Miss Martha Smith, !982 GOAL winner at Swainsboro Tech, and her instructor Gloria Lindsey admire Miss Smith’s award. She …
From the April 19, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Foskey to Try for Area Title
Sam Foskey, Emanuel County’s spelling champion, will compete Thursday for First District honors. The …
From the April 19, 1962 edition of The Forest-Blade:
New Gin Slated at Twin City
A new gin will be built at Twin City and will be in operation this fall, announced Buck Brown, president, …
From the April 18, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
PTF to Feature ‘Magic with a Twist’
Magic with a Twist’s Mike Gilland and his trusty sidekick, LolliPop the Clown, are …
From the April 17, 2002 edition of The Forest-Blade:
From Crider
Stillmore Fire Department has received a donation of $16,307.72 from Crider Poultry to purchase equipment for its fire truck. …
From the April 15, 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Announces Candidacy
Representative Jack Kingston of Savannah, second from right, formally announced Monday his candidacy for the U.S. First …
From the April 14 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
All Smiles
All Smiles receiving a special treat, these two unidentified children hold onto Ronald McDonald as he “clowns around“ …
From the April 12 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Foskey Wins Spelling Bee
Sam Foskey, seventh grade student at Adrian, captured the Emanuel County spelling bee here Tuesday. He defeated …
From the April 12, 1962 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Miss Edenfield Selected for Role in Spring Play
Miss Patsy Edenfield, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Edenfield of Swainsboro, has been …
From the April 11 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Strobridge is OurTown Hero
The April 2 meeting of the Swainsboro City Council began with the customary awarding of our town hero award to …
From the April 10 2002 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Opry Magic
Emanuel Arts Center’s annual Emanu’Ole Opry Drew a large crowd Saturday, April 6, making much of the performance …
From the April 8 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
SHS Takes State Literary Title
Swainsboro High School captured first place at the State Class AA Literary meet at Mercer University, Macon, …
From the April 7, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Trio Wins State Honors Again
The Swainsboro high school girl’s trio under the direction of Charles Doster, has been named number one in …
From the April 6, 1972 edition of the Forest-Blade:
Discuss Space Program
Three Swainsboro High School students discuss the proposed shuttle program of the National Aeronautics and Space …
From the April 5, 1962 edition of the Forest-Blade:
Students Present Rotary Program
Swainsboro High School’s entries in the musical portion of the District Literary Meet presented …
April 4 2012
Happy Easter
Two-year-old Khloe Moore is all ready for the annual hunt for Easter eggs! The daughter of Jonah Ware of Swainsboro and Ron Moore of Midvile, she’s ready to …
From the March 31, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Daniels is Police Chief
A new chief of police for the city of Swainsboro was appointed last night by city officials. Lt. Kenneth Daniels, …
From the March 29, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
U.S. 80 Project Bid is Rejected
The State Highway Department has rejected all bids on the proposed resurfacing of 19.2 miles of
U.S. …
From the March 28, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
ASPA Red Devils Perform for BOE
At the regular workshop meeting, the Emanuel County Board of Education was not only treated to refreshments …
From the March 27, 2002 edition of the Forest-Blade:
Strickland wins at Savannah Dragway
2001 Junior Dragster Champion, Justin Strickland won his second race of the season on Saturday night at …
March 25, 1992
Not Easter Eggs
Although Easter is approaching, the white dots on this patio are not Easter eggs. Shortly after a severe weather forecast was issued around 3 p.m. last Thursday …
From the March 24, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Taking a Tray
As part of FBLA week activities, Julie Curry and Janette McDaniel prepare to carry trays of food to patients of the Ogeechee …
From the March 22, 1962 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Title-Holding SHS Soil Team
Swainsboro High School’s soil-judging team composed of Future Farmers of America recently took first place …
From the March 21, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
It’s Turkey Time!
Turkey season opens this Saturday, March 24, and the Georgia Department of natural resources, wildlife resources …
From the March 20, 2002 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Tigers Improve Record
The Swainsboro High School Tiger Baseball team has improved their season record to 3-2 with two wins last week. In the …
From the March 18, 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Going up!
The Pavilion for the new Boneyard Plaza is now under construction. Swainsboro Mayor Jim Buckley says he hopes the project will be …
From the March 17, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Lucky Charms
‘Tis luck of the Irish to be clad in green and to be in the midst of four-leaf clover on the day of good ‘ole St. …
From the March 15, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Peanuts, Senator?
Senator David H. Gambrell recently greeted Georgia’s reigning Peanut Princess, Miss Paulette
Brown, who was …
From the March 14, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
PTF to Feature ‘Swamp People’
The 67th annual Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber EXPO focuses on old fashioned hometown …
From the March 11, 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Backpacking
Derek Lewis, James Smith, Beau Jones, Adam Gay, Wes Fields, Drew Thompson, Kris Meeks, Ivy Cadle, Chris Bragg, Franklin Ogburn, …
From the March 8, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
At State Capital
Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Bailey and son, John Allen, visit the House Speaker George L. Smith in the Capitol. John Allen served as a …
From the March 7, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Judge Palmer Receives College’s Outstanding Service Award
Kathy Stephens Palmer Chief Superior Court Judge for the Middle Judicial …
From the March 7, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
FARMERS MARKET TO OPEN APRIL 2012
The 2012 Downtown Swainsboro Farmers Market season will begin on April 20. The Farmers Market has become …
From the March 4, 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
TEACHER SWAP
Laura Stone, second from left, appears to be having a more difficult time adjusting to a change of teachers than her twin …
From the March 3, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
A PROMISING SIGN IS GOING UP SWAINSBORO
The famous McDonald’s Golden Arches are going up at the Swainsboro McDonald’s very soon. …
From the March 1, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
VISITORS AT CAPITAL
Members of the Senior Class at DEA visit with House Speaker George L. Smith II in his office at the state capital, …
From the February 24, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
STUDYING
Swainsboro Postal Service employee, Terry Quick, assists these Swainsboro Primary School students with their …
From the February 23, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
LOCAL POPULATION HAS STOPPED GETTING YOUNGER, STUDY SHOWS
Something new has been happening in Emanuel County in the last 10 years. …
From the February 22, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
WOTM DONATES TO SWAINSBORO HIGH
The Swainsboro Women of the Moose donated regular T-shirts and golf shirts to Swainsboro High …
From the February 20, 2002 edition of The Forest-Blade:
SWAINSBORO BOYS BASKETBALL WINS REGION CHAMPIONSHIP
The Swainsboro High School Boys basketball team defeated Tattnall County High …
From the February 19, 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
MILLS TAKES TOP HONORS IN COUNTY SPELLING BEE
Brandy Mills, student at Emanuel County Institute, Twin City, took top honors in the …
From the February 16, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
CARTER AT SCHOOL
Indianapolis 500 race car driver Duane Carter discusses good driving practices with two students at Swainsboro High …
From the February 15, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
‘CAUSE I LOVE YOU’
James Henderson, 12 year old Swainsboro resident, completes a special Valentine on Mrs. C.E …
From the February 13, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
GOURD BIRDHOUSE WORKSHOP TO BE HELD
A make and take gourd birdhouse workshop, led by local gourd artist Sandy McGurn, will be held …
From the Feb. 9, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
ECI GROUP IS NOW CONDUCTING 1ST SALE OF NEW COOKBOOKS
The Emanuel County Institute FHA chapter is conducting their first sale of the new …
From the Feb. 8, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
CAPTIVATING QUILTS
A guest at the Kalmanson Art Gallery admires one of many colorful and beautiful quilts on display. An opening reception for …
From the Feb. 4, 2002 edition of The Forest-Blade:
GRIFFIN TO BE HONORED IN OAK PARK
Family and friends gather to cheer Jeanne Griffin after she completes her torch relay segment for the 2002 …
From the Feb. 3, 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
CATFIGHT?
Seems from this picture both a youngster and the dogs have been in a cat fat or simply that the child has discovered the …
From the Feb. 3, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
FOR YOU, DOCTOR
John B. Spivey joined Mrs. Margaret Keyton in presenting her book, “Poems from the Heart,” to Dr. H. Wilder Smith, …
From the Feb. 2, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
‘MISS SWAINSBORO TECH’
Connie Youmans of Lyons wears the 1972 “Miss Swainsboro Tech” crown. Miss Freida Price, 1971 …
From the Feb. 1, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
AMERICAN LEGION ELECTS NEW OFFICERS
A swearing-in ceremony was held for the new officers of the Sons of American Legion Post 103. New officers …
From the Feb. 1, 1962 edition of The Forest-Blade:
MISS MCLEOD IS NAMED TO SORORITY POST
Miss Frances McLeod, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.D. McLeod, was named chaplain of Alpha Iota chapter of …
From the Jan. 30, 2002 edition of The Forest-Blade:
EMC’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY
Emanuel Medical Center’s 50th anniversary planning committee members were Martha Anders, Pat Young, Gail …
From the Jan. 29, 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
HEAD STAFF
Officers of the medical staff at Emanuel County Hospital for 1992 were Dr. Robin L. Stevenson, secretary-treasurer, Dr. Cedric …
From the Jan. 27, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
STOKES SELECTED BY OYW
Mrs. Mary G. Stokes, formerly of Twin City, was selected as one of the “Outstanding Young Women of America for …
From the Jan. 26, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
D.A.R. NAMES ‘GOOD CITIZENS’
Selection of DAR Good Citizen Award winners were announced for Adrian High and Swainsboro High. …
From the Jan. 25, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
TRACING THE GENERATIONS…
Even if you don’t know Mary Ann Smith, there is a good chance she knows you…or at least one of …
From the Jan. 25, 1962 edition of The Forest-Blade:
SWAINSBORO HIGH SCHOOL’S ONE-ACT PLAY MEMBERS
Members of the cast of ‘Minor Miracle’ included Billy Walden, Dorsey …
From the Jan. 23, 2002 edition of The Forest-Blade:
SMALL BUSINESS AWARD WINNER
The George’s Flower shop was a popular choice as winner of the chamber of commerce small business of the …
From the Jan. 22, 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
NO PROBLEM
Sometimes you don’t have to see the person to understand what he does for a living. Brogans, a straw hat, and a specialized …
From the Jan. 19, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
A HELPING HAND
Mike Sheppard (standing), senior 4-H Club garden contestant, assist John Allen Bailey on a demonstration in the 4-H junior …
From the Jan. 18, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
Campaigning
Everett McDaniel, Stan Lawson, and Craig Steedley participated in the political rally staged in the eleventh grade outlook class …
From the Jan. 15, 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
FILLING FIRST ORDER
Edna Purvis, SHS REAL coordinator, SHS student Julianna Mack, and Director of SECRD Billy Carmichael examine T-shirts for …
From the Jan. 13, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
STUDY ARTIFACTS
Theresa Fields, Missy Coleman and Lisa Johnson, students in the project adventure study at ECI, studied artifacts used in …
From the Jan. 12, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
2 NAMED FINALISTS
Two Emanuel County students were named semi-finalists in the 1972 Governor’s Honors Program for Georgia. They were …
From the Jan. 11, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
WELCOMING THE NEWEST BOBCAT: DR. ROBERT BOEHMER
With all the new things being added to EGC, the newest was their Interim President, Dr. Bob …
From the Jan. 11, 1962 edition of The Forest-Blade:
HALL RE-ELECTED CHIEF AT KITE
Roy Hall was re-elected Chief of Police of the City of Kite. A member of the Kite police force for 17 years in …
From the Jan. 9, 2002 edition of The Forest-Blade:
4-H MEMBERS PERFORM WITH CLOVERS & COMPANY
Asia Andrews and Chelsie Hooks of Emanuel County 4-H were selected to perform with the …
From the Jan. 8, 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
DR. GUNN RETIRED AFTER 16 YEARS AS HEAD OF EGC
Dr. Willie Gunn, president of EGS since 1976, announced his retirement. He completed his 16th …
From the Jan. 6, 1982 edition of The Forest-Blade:
TAKE OATH
City Attorney Millard Shepard administered the oath office to elected Swainsboro mayor and city councilmen. Being sworn in was …
From the Jan. 5, 1972 edition of The Forest-Blade:
EMANUEL’S ‘FIRST LADY’ OF 1972
Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Sasser Jr. of Swainsboro are the parents of their first born at the …
From the Jan. 4, 2012 edition of The Forest-Blade:
WOTM DONATE TO SENIOR CENTER
The Women of the Moose made a donation to the Emanuel County Senior Center. Pictured is Judy Powell, receiving …
From the Jan. 4, 1962 edition of The Forest-Blade:
TWO SWAINSBORO PUPILS NAMED
Two students from Swainsboro were among those named to the fall quarter dean’s list at the University of …
From the Jan. 2, 2002 edition of The Forest-Blade:
THOMPSON IS NAVAL AVIATOR LT. J.P. Michael Nonan Thompson received his “Wings of Gold” in a ceremony at the chapel at the Naval Air …
From the Jan. 1, 1992 edition of The Forest-Blade:
NO HANGOVERS HERE!
Heidi Stevens, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Stevens and Wesley Peebles, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Peebles, got ready …
From the Dec. 30, 1981 edition of The Forest-Blade:
‘I DO SWEAR…’
Betty Jean Andrews took oath of office as chief deputy clerk for Emanuel County Superior Court. …
PROPOSED FRANK HARMON PARK
A model of the proposed Frank Harmon Park gets a thorough study by these four persons, all of whom were involved in the plans in some manner. Left to right are Bill …
From the Dec. 28, 2011 edition of The Forest-Blade:
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Maddox Sherrod, the 7-month-old son of Zach and Heather Sherrod, was ready to usher in 2012 with a …
From the Dec. 23, 1981 edition of The Forest-Blade:
READY AND WAITING
“Santa really comes down through there?” Wanda Scarboro caught this little tot searching his chimney for Santa …
From the Dec. 22, 1971 edition of The Forest-Blade:
UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECT
Only a few people reported it, but an “unidentified flying object” was seen over Emanuel County. …
