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Dear Editor,
The Seedling Garden Club has just ended a very successful year. I want to thank you and your staff for the excellent coverage you have given us. Through The Forest-Blade, the …
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5/20/26
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Skunk Brigade, Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution, traveled to Wrens to present their Travelin’ Trunk Revolutionary War program to the John Franklin Wren Chapter #3581, NSDAR, on …
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by DESS SMITH III
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5/20/26
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The Summertown Food Pantry, located on Summertown Church Street, will hold its next distribution on Saturday, May 23, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The pantry will be open to local families and …
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5/19/26
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Despite persistent rain last Thursday, May 7, downtown Swainsboro radiated excitement and community spirit as Eleve Wellness Studio celebrated its soft opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The gentle …
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by BRITTANY WILLIAMS
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5/13/26
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The Exchange Club of Swainsboro held its regular meeting on May 5, featuring an informative presentation on local public safety advancements.
Guest speaker Courtney Terwilliger, Public Safety …
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5/13/26
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The Swainsboro Rotary club met Monday, May 4, at the Rustic Grill with the meeting being called to order by President Lynn Brinson. The club discussed the Pine Tree Festival and the beauty pageant …
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by PATTI HENDLEY
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5/13/26
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As the temperatures rise, remember the library is the perfect place to cool off and relax. Whether you’re looking for a classic read or something new, our staff is always happy to help you find the …
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by KAYLA WILLIAMS
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5/13/26
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Gifts Galore Monogramming & More hosted their Largest Pinecone Contest during Hometown festival week! They encouraged participants to take in the most unique, the tiniest, the largest, as well as the …
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5/13/26
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Gifts Galore Monogramming & More sponsored our 4th annual t-shirt design contest inviting and encouraging all school age children in Emanuel County to join in CREATING A TEE. Children were asked to …
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by SHAYE DAVIS
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5/13/26
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The Brier Creek Chapter held its monthly meeting Thursday night, May 6, 2026at Walls Diner in Sylvania at 6:30 p.m. With President Lee Herron presiding, we had 17 in attendance, including five …
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by DESS SMITH III
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5/13/26
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The Veterans at the Library held their weekly meeting at the Franklin Memorial Library Monday morning, May 11, at 9 a.m. With Chair Johnny Tapley presiding, there were 39 in attendance. Shari Watt …
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by DESS SMITH
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5/13/26
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Brier Creek Chapter, Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution, Screven County, presented their 13th U.S. Flag Certificate on Monday, May 6, to the Upper School and High School, Westminster …
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5/13/26
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Each year, in celebration of Swainsboro’s Pine Tree Festival, The Forest-Blade features The Great Pinecone Hunt for a chance for one lucky winner to win $100 after locating the 20 hidden pinecones …
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5/13/26
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The Veterans at the Library held their 3rd Annual Veterans Cup Golf Tournament on Saturday, May 16. The event started at 8 a.m. by the firing of the Wiregrass Chapter, Georgia Society Sons of the …
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by DESS SMITH III
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5/13/26
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Each year during Emanuel County’s annual Pine Tree Festival, six parade entries are named winners in the float contest. For the 79th Annual Pine Tree Festival, Dellwood Baptist Church (non-profit) …
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5/6/26
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The Exchange Club of Swainsboro convened its regular meeting on April 28, featuring a formal program centered on advancements in cardiac care.
Club member Dr. James Ray introduced the guest …
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5/6/26
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The library will close early at 4 p.m. today, May 6, for a staff meeting. Patrons are encouraged to plan their visits accordingly. On Thursday, May 7, at 6 p.m., the library will host two separate …
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by KAYLA WILLIAMS
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5/6/26
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Mother’s Day is a cherished tradition—a time to honor the women who have nurtured, guided, and shaped our lives. This year, on Sunday, May 10, we celebrate the mothers who mean so much to …
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by Wanda Thompson Scarboro
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5/6/26
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The Veterans at the Library held their weekly meeting at the Franklin Memorial Library Monday morning, May 4, at 9 a.m. With Chair Johnny Tapley presiding, we had 35 in attendance. Joyce, Mary Ann …
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by DESS SMITH III
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5/6/26
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The Brier Creek Artillery consisting of two six-pounder Field cannons, one eight-pounder Field Cannon and two six-pounder Naval Cannon traveled with the East Fall Line Region Skunk Brigade Georgia …
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by DESS SMITH III
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5/6/26
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