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Results of the General Election voting held Tuesday, November 7 are as follows:
• In the Swainsboro City Council District 5 race, a total of 192 votes were cast. John E. Parker (Incumbent) – …
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11/15/23
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Chief Magistrate Judge Dawn Braddy has announced she will retire effective December 29, 2023 due to health issues.
“As many of you know, I have been having health issues for the past two years. …
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11/8/23
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The Swainsboro Police Department is excited to announce that the department is accepting applications for their "Shop with a Cop" program for 2023. The department staff is looking forward to …
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11/8/23
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As the winter weather creeps in and the holiday season draws near, Downtown Swainsboro eagerly anticipates a visit from Santa on December 7 during our annual Christmas Parade. The community comes …
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by MELISSA KIRBY, DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
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11/8/23
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Mayor Matt Donaldson and the rest of the festival committee hope you will mark your calendars for November 4t, from 9:00-3:00, and join in for a day of fall festivities that celebrate the community's …
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11/1/23
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Millie Watkins, the 7-year-old daughter of Dustin Watkins and Megan Thompson, reminds everyone to set your clock back one hour before going to bed, Saturday night, November 4. Millie attends …
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11/1/23
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Congratulations to the October Students of the Month! They were chosen for exemplifying the character trait of respect. They enjoyed a donut breakfast with their parents/guardians on Friday, October …
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11/1/23
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The Swainsboro Police Department is excited to announce that the department is accepting applications for their "Shop with a Cop" program for 2023. The department staff is looking forward to …
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10/31/23
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It’s safe to say that we have all experienced at least one inspirational teacher who helped us understand their subject more and taught us to become a better person. The best teachers pass on this …
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by BRITTANY HALL
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10/25/23
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Franklin Memorial Library held their annual Trunk-or-Treat event Friday, October 13, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. The theme for the event was Mario Brothers and some of the staff of the library were …
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10/25/23
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The Cook of the Week is Nikki Hadden. Nikki is the wife of Kendal Hadden of Swainsboro. In their spare time, Nikki and Kendal enjoy long bike trips, mini vacations and spending time with family and …
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10/25/23
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Swainsboro Police Department welcomes Officer Cari Hall as their newest female officer. Officer Hall is the wife of Josh Hall. She received her credentials from GPSTC in Savannah, and when asked what …
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by BRITTANY HALL
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10/25/23
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The regular meeting of the Emanuel County Board of Commissioners convened Monday evening, October 16, at the John C. Coleman County Office Building. Following Chairman Hugh Foskey’s call to order, …
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10/18/23
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Sybil Johnson, Pam Johnson and Joyce Cannady of Twin City toured a week in Ireland, a beautiful country full of history, and took The Forest-Blade. It was an experience of a lifetime! Highlights of …
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10/18/23
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The Swainsboro Mayor and City Council met for a special called meeting on Tuesday, October 10, at the City Hall. Present were Mayor Bennett, Councilpersons Collins, Davis, Parker, Quarterman and …
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10/18/23
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The Emanuel County Board of Education met on Monday, October 16, 2023, at 5 p.m. at the Central Office for the new board member reception and swearing in ceremony of Mr. Brandon Jones. The monthly …
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10/18/23
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Miss Dana Durden's first grade class hatches chicks every year and this year they certainly did enjoy learning all about the life cycle of a chick and counting down the days until the eggs hatched. …
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10/18/23
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Swainsboro Middle School and Swainsboro High School Competition Cheer traveled to Bacon County Saturday, September 23, to compete at the annual Blueberry Cheer Classic. On Saturday, September 30, …
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10/11/23
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At our All School Chapel services, Mrs. Haylee gives our monthly Kindness Award. This award is possible because of a donor who feels strongly about being kind. Each month, DEA staff is encouraged to …
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10/11/23
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On Thursday, October 5, the Community of Swainsboro, along with the Chamber of Commerce, gathered together on the front steps of Swainsboro’s beloved Edenfield House to celebrate the grand …
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by BRITTANY HALL
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10/11/23
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