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The Brier Creek Chapter held its monthly meeting Thursday night, June 4, at 6:30 p.m. at Walls Diner in Sylvania. With President Lee Herron presiding, we had 21 in attendance, including five guests. …
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by DESS SMITH III
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6/17/26
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The Emanuel Retired Educators Association (EREA) welcomed new retirees at the Emanuel County Schools End-of-the-Year Program. Linda Holder was presented a special gift in recognition of being the …
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6/17/26
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Franklin Memorial Library would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the many sponsors who help make our programs and services possible. The library is incredibly grateful for the outpouring of …
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by KAYLA WILLIAMS
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6/17/26
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The Kiwanis Club of Swainsboro held its weekly meeting Tuesday night, May 26, at 6:30 p.m. at the Franklin Memorial Library. With President Dianna Wedincamp presiding, we had 14 in attendance, …
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by DESS SMITH III
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6/17/26
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A project has been completed at Longview Farm and Home Museum! The Highway 56 Drive-In Theater sign is now lit up with new neon, a long-awaited sight. NZ Signs measured, ordered, and installed the …
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by MISSY ELDER
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6/17/26
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Mercer University conferred bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees to more than 2,200 students at four commencements held in May in Macon and Atlanta.
Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a …
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6/17/26
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A number of local students participated in Georgia College & State University's spring 2026 commencement ceremonies May 13-14, 2026, in Milledgeville.
• April Woods of Swainsboro, a specialist …
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6/17/26
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Dear Editor,
Is Emanuel County EMS Being Given the Support It Needs? How safe do you feel at night knowing that emergency services are there when you need them?
Emanuel County is fortunate to …
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6/17/26
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The Brier Creek Artillery, also known as the "Skunk Brigade", of the Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution plus members of the SAR & DAR from around Georgia and South Carolina, attended the …
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by DESS SMITH III
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6/17/26
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The Veterans at the Library held their weekly meeting at the Franklin Memorial Library Monday morning, June 15, at 9 a.m. With Chair Johnny Tapley presiding, we had 36 in attendance. Beta Sigma Phi …
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by DESS SMTIH III
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6/17/26
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More than 2,100 students were named to Valdosta State University's Spring 2026 Dean's List.
To qualify for Dean's List at VSU, students must achieve a semester grade point average of 3.50 or …
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6/17/26
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Swainsboro St. Philip Center of Hope will be open for food distribution on Thursday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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6/15/26
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The Emanuel County Board of Education met on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. at the Central Office with the following members in attendance: John Allen Bailey, Del Brown, Jeanette Harden and …
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6/15/26
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Two lost dogs from Hawhammock Church Road. Both friendly, both spayed/neutered, both are vaccinated for rabies and distemper. Neither likes cars, though.
Male is black and grey-faced …
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6/15/26
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For the second consecutive year, Swainsboro High School golfer Colten Lewis has etched his name into Georgia high school golf history.
Lewis successfully defended his title at the GHSA Class A …
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by ROOSEVELT YOUNG
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6/10/26
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The Seedling Garden Club proudly announces that the June 2026 Yard of the Month is the home of Bonnie and Sidney Lanier located on Nassau Street in Swainsboro. Sidney and Bonnie enjoy their yard, …
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6/10/26
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Wrenlee Ray Jones, daughter of Jared Jones and Jessica Craig, turned two on Friday, June 5. She celebrated her birthday in Myrtle Beach, SC, visiting the Ripley’s Aquarium and the beach. Enjoying …
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6/10/26
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In writing this article throughout the past few weeks, it has meant so much hearing feedback from others. Whether it is a phone call, or a quick chat in Walmart, being recognized for my work has made …
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by LANNA DOUGLAS
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6/10/26
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RING! RING! RING!
“Hello. Dick Yarbrough speaking. How may I direct your call?”
“Dick, it’s me. Artie.”
“I’m sorry. Artie who?”
“Artie Fishel, you hare-brained humanoid. …
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6/10/26
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This past Saturday at the Saratoga New York Racecourse, Golden Tempo amazed horse racing fans by winning the Belmont Stakes which is the “third leg” of the coveted Triple Crown prize of horse …
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6/10/26
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