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This is a column I wish I didn’t have to write. It is about my friend, Johnny Isakson. You have seen, read and heard a lot about Georgia’s senior senator who passed away on Dec.19th after a long …
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Dick Yarbrough
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Franklin Memorial Library treated the Teenage Advisory Board (TAB) to a Christmas party in celebration of all that was accomplished this year. The TAB team started back up this summer, and they …
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The Emanuel County Board of Education met Tuesday, December 14, at 5:30 p.m. at the Swainsboro Elementary School cafeteria for their regularly scheduled monthly meeting. Chairman Mason Henry called …
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by WHITLEY CLIFTON
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12/29/21
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When times get tough, Emanuel County has a notorious reputation for watching out for their own. A local family is need of that same support. As of Monday, December 20, just five days before …
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On Friday evening, December 24, Swainsboro firefighters and their families along with officers from the Swainsboro Police Department continued the Santa’s Ride through Swainsboro. Started on …
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by BILL CAHILL
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12/29/21
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Swainsboro High School’s (SHS) Band of Gold held its last Christmas concert with the Class of 22, and the event ended with a bang. With soloists Savannah Reynolds on alto saxophone and Forrest …
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by RUSSELL GATES
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12/29/21
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Now that we have celebrated the natural birth of Jesus Christ, let's walk in the love which He gave to us. The gift of Jesus was a love gift. For John 3:16 KJV tells us, “For God so loved the world …
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by BISHOP BERTHA JONES
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12/29/21
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During the month of December, The Forest-Blade launched its annual Elf on the Shelf Christmas contest where one lucky winner wins $300 Christmas cash!
Contest participants were to visit …
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Just this month, Fox Theater Institute announced the issuance of a second grant for improvements made to the Karrh Community Arts Center, also known as the Dixie Theatre. In FYI 2017-2018, this …
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Pictured are Hunter and his son Grayson Hooks getting ready to celebrate the new year. Grayson is four years old and goes to school at “Miss Laci’s”. He is also the son of Tonya Hooks. The …
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Photo by Wanda Thompson Scarboro
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The following occurred during the Emanuel County Superior Court October 2021 term:
Michael Shane Allen was found guilty by jury on one count aggravated assault and two counts terroristic threats. …
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As we come to the end of another year, we reflect on what has been and anticipate what is to come. With each new year, we welcome new beginnings. In fact, the month of January is named after Janus, …
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By GAIL WILLIAMSON
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12/29/21
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A project led by RadioJones, which operates local radio stations WXRS, WJAT, The Rocket, and Magic 98 has taken new life this Christmas, thanks to the support of local organizations such as the …
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While hosting your New Year's Eve bash this January, make sure to add Crock Pot Black Eyed Pea Queso Dip to your delectable menu. This spicy dish has black eyed peas, diced tomatoes and green chilies …
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Back in the 1940’s, there were many dance frolicks, home-made wine, and liquor. When the party got too rowdy, many old-fashioned fist fights broke out.
The big events usually took place at old …
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Ronnie Johnson
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12/29/21
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The Kiwanis Club of Swainsboro held its weekly meeting Tuesday night, December 21, at 7 p.m. at The Rustic Grille. With President Dianna Wedincamp presiding, there were 32 in attendance, including 10 …
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Locals participating in Franklin Memorial Library’s regular community outreach events have been crafting away this holiday season.
Instructed by Terkeitha Moye, an adult class was held last …
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