The Veterans at the Library held their weekly meeting at 9:15 a.m. Monday, November 20, at Franklin Memorial Library in Swainsboro. With Chair Johnny Tapley presiding, there were 33 in attendance, …
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11/29/23
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The Veterans at the Library held their weekly meeting Monday, November 27, at 9 a.m. at the Simply Southern Restaurant in Twin City. With Chair Johnny Tapley presiding, there were 40 members and …
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11/29/23
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East Georgia State College hosted a "Veterans Appreciation Day" at the college's basketball games on Wednesday night at the college at 5 p.m. About 35 veterans attended both games, which were both …
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11/29/23
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The Brier Creek Artillery and the Skunk Brigade traveled to the Fort Morris, "Come and Take It" event on Saturday, November 18, at Sunbury, GA at 10 a.m. This was the 245th Anniversary Commemoration …
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11/29/23
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The Kiwanis Club of Swainsboro held their weekly meeting Tuesday, November 21, at 7 p.m. at the Rustic Grill. With President Cheryl Goodman presiding, they had 21 in attendance including three …
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11/29/23
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The Four Rivers Chapter held its monthly meeting Thursday, November 18, at Chatters Restaurant in Lyons at 6 p.m. With Registrar Dean Mills presiding in the absence of President George King, there …
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11/29/23
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More than 120 Thanksgiving dinners were served at the A&O Center last week, thanks to Board member Phyllis Strobridge (center), Director Keith McKinney (not pictured) and a host of neighborhood …
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11/29/23
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Williams Grove Holiness Church of the Living God is excited to announce the celebration of 100 years. According to Bishop Bertha Jones, pastor, the services will convene Wednesday, November 29, …
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11/29/23
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Most Americans have a traditional Thanksgiving dinner of turkey or ham and the fixings. However, Grayson, age 6, and Roselyn, age 5, have their own ideas on Thanksgiving dinner this year. Their main …
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11/22/23
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The Franklin Memorial Library is set to host a series of community events to round off November and welcome December. Citizens are invited to participate in these activities to honor our veterans, …
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by ROSIE LOVETT
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11/22/23
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11/22/23
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The Men’s Golf Association, in partnership with the Department of Family and Children Services, are sponsoring Thanksgiving meals with Harvey’s Supermarket. The Men’s Association donates to …
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11/22/23
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Franklin Memorial Library is pleased to announce a series of events and our holiday schedule for the week of November 20. The week started with a heartwarming event honoring our local heroes. On …
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11/22/23
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Nordson has donated 20 meals to families in Emanuel County in partnership with DFCS to ensure families have a home cooked meal for Thanksgiving. Pictured are Harvey’s, Nordson Cooperation, and …
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11/22/23
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Members of the Seedling Garden club gathered on Monday, November 13, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. at The Cakery for their annual auction. This is the only fundraiser the club has. Money raised is to help with …
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by KAY PEACOCK
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11/22/23
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Calling all singers, young and old, interested in singing with the MLK Community Commemoration Choir for the Annual MLK Commemoration Services. First practice will be Monday, November 27, from 6 to 8 …
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11/22/23
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Join El Bethel Baptist Church as they walk through the life of Jesus, from the manger to the cross and all the way to the empty tomb. The event will be held Friday, December 8 and Saturday, December …
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11/22/23
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I am thankful. I am thankful that while you may see other Thanksgiving columns appear at this time of reflection, you took the time to read this one.
I am thankful the editors allow me this space …
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11/22/23
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Theoretically, the year is divided into four equal seasons: summer, fall, winter and spring. You would assume each one has its fair share of appeal and attraction, right? Not really. It’s like …
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11/22/23
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When you see a tom turkey strutting around a barnyard, you have seen the most impressive of fowls. He spreads out his tail feathers and holds his head high. He does not know that he will soon be …
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11/22/23
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