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Wilkes County candidates qualify for July 15 Ga. General Primary Election

05/08/2008

A dozen Wilkes County candidates have qualified for the General Primary election in July, Supervisor of Elections Judge Jim Burton said, during the qualifying period that began Monday, April 28, and closed Friday, May 2.

I Do! I Do! opens at theater tonight

05/08/2008

"Together, forever" sing Agnes and Michael (Gail and Tom Duggan) as they sing their wedding vows in I Do! I Do! The play at The Bolton Lunceford Playhouse runs May 8, 9, 10 at 8:00 p.m. and May 11 at 3:00 p.m. For reservations call 706-678-09582.

Spring Cruise-In returns to The Square

05/08/2008

Crowds of admirers will again swarm around beautiful machines at Saturday's Spring Cruise-In on The Square. The Cruise-In is open to antiques, hot rods, muscle cars and collectibles, and there's a $7 registration fee. Admission is free to the public, and there will be food, prizes, and music from Tommy Landrum's Cruzin' to the Oldies. Memory Lane Cruisers uses the profitsfrom the Cruise-Ins to donate to various causes in the county.

DDA sets Open House Tuesday, May 20 at Chamber

05/08/2008

In an effort to document the opinions of downtown shoppers, business owners, visitors, and Washington Wilkes residents, Washington's Downtown Development Agency is holding an Open House May 20. The drop-in Open House, set at the Washington-Wilkes Chamber of Commerce officeon Tuesday, May 20, from 4-6 p.m.

2008 Wilkes Co. Relay for Life successful, months of fund-raising surpass all goals

By KIP BURKE news editor — 05/08/2008

The fifth annual Wilkes County Relay for Life wrapped up months of fund-raising, preparations, and community work with an all-night effort Friday that has become the biggest charity event in the county.

Inaugural Classic South Horse Fair set for Saturday, May 17, at Callaway Plantation

05/08/2008

With an eye toward the growing equine industry in the area, Wilkes County's first Annual Classic South Horse Fair will be held at Callaway Plantation on Saturday May 17.

Home ownership program returns Saturday, May 24

05/08/2008

The next "Realizing the American Dream" Workshop will be held Saturday, May 24, from 1-5 p.m. at the Pope Center.

Andrew Jackson to run for District 3 Board of Education

05/08/2008

Andrew Jackson, former teacher and principal in the Wilkes County school system, has announced his intention to qualify as a candidate for the District 3 seat on the Wilkes County Board of Education. Jackson is a native of Wilkes County and served the community for the past 34 years until his recent retirement in June of 2007.

Never too young to help

05/08/2008

Students and teachers at Washington-Wilkes Primary School cheer at Friday afternoon's presentation to Relay for Life of $2,353 raised by the school's students, teachers, and staff. Over the past weeks, they have used a penny jug contest, pet picture contest, and even gave up their ice cream to earn a "Relay Scoop" for their classroom.

The Miracle of Shrimp and Taters

05/08/2008

The turnout for the 2008 Relay for Life Survivors's Dinner Thursday night was overwhelming, but somehow Joe Barnett and his helpers struggled to stretch his signature Low Country Boil recipe to fillsome 50 more folks than had RSVPed. "Somebody was praying," he said, "I think everybody got fed.

Wilsbary and Friends put on a party

05/08/2008

Shoppers enjoyed the selection of books, plants and goodies offered by the Friends of the Mary Willis Library Friday at the annual Wilsbary Mayfest on the lawn of the library.

Commissioner Donna Hardy runs for re-election in Wilkes District

05/08/2008

Incumbent District 2 Commissioner Donna B. Hardy has announced her candidacy for re-election to a seat on the Wilkes County Commission. "I would again like be your Commissioner for District Two," she said. "Originally, I intended to only serve two terms, but I now feel that if my constituents would like me to continue, I would like to serve for another term.

Will Long announces candidacy for Wilkes Probate Judge office

05/08/2008

Will Long has announced his candidacy for Wilkes County Probate Judge. Donald Wilson Long Jr., who was born and raised in Wilkes County, will qualify for the nonpartisan officein June. "I will continue to provide Wilkes County with the excellent and honest service that it has enjoyed for the last 20 years," he said.

"I've never won anything before!"

05/08/2008

Edith Beckum (right) of Lincolnton was thrilled to findout she was the winner of a raffle for a Stephen Sawyer signed print presented by Margie Burke. The raffle was a fund-raiser for the Washington Church of God Relay for Life team, and Mrs. Beckum bought a ticket while shopping at Miss Fancy Plants in Washington. "I've never won anything before in my life," she said.

LEGAL NOTICES

05/08/2008

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE A public auction will be held at B&H Mini-Storage, 105 Andrew Drive, Washington, Georgia, at 2:15 p.m.

Don't Forget

05/08/2008

The Wa shing t on-Wi lke s Communit yBloo sponsored by Wills Memorial Hospital Auxiliary in conjunction with Shepeard Community Blood Center will be held Thursday, May 15, 2-7 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church.

Wilkes County candidates qualify for July 15 Ga. General Primary Election

05/08/2008

I Do! I Do! opens at theater tonight

05/08/2008

Spring Cruise-In returns to The Square

05/08/2008

DDA sets Open House Tuesday, May 20 at Chamber

05/08/2008

2008 Wilkes Co. Relay for Life successful, months of fund-raising surpass all goals

By KIP BURKE news editor — 05/08/2008

Inaugural Classic South Horse Fair set for Saturday, May 17, at Callaway Plantation

05/08/2008

With an eye toward the growing equine industry in the area, Wilkes County's first Annual Classic South Horse Fair will be held at Callaway Plantation on Saturday May 17.

Home ownership program returns Saturday, May 24

05/08/2008

The next "Realizing the American Dream" Workshop will be held Saturday, May 24, from 1-5 p.m. at the Pope Center.

Andrew Jackson to run for District 3 Board of Education

05/08/2008

Never too young to help

05/08/2008

The Miracle of Shrimp and Taters

05/08/2008

Wilsbary and Friends put on a party

05/08/2008

Shoppers enjoyed the selection of books, plants and goodies offered by the Friends of the Mary Willis Library Friday at the annual Wilsbary Mayfest on the lawn of the library.

Commissioner Donna Hardy runs for re-election in Wilkes District

05/08/2008

Will Long announces candidacy for Wilkes Probate Judge office

05/08/2008

"I've never won anything before!"

05/08/2008

2008 Relay for Life exceeds much more than monetary goals

05/08/2008

TO THE EDITOR: As event coordinator and a cancer survivor, I am overwhelmed at the enormous support that the people of Washington-Wilkes demonstrated for our 2008 Relay For Life.

Club learns about butterflies

05/08/2008

Karen Stubbs, president of the Iris Garden Club of Washington (right), was the guest speaker for the Washington Kiwanis Club on Tuesday, May 6. Stubbs presented a program on butterflies in which she used a very colorful PowerPoint presentation of pictures. She explained the butterfly's habitat and showed several examples of butterflies native to Georgia - pictures she had taken herself. She explained and showed examples of the four stages of a butterfly's life cycle - egg, caterpillar, chrysalis, and adult. Stubbs told members that while the insect is beautiful, it is also beneficialin that it serves as a pollinator. Herb Stackhouse was the program host for the day.

W-WPS students hit a home run

05/08/2008

Two hundred fifty-fivestudents at Washington-Wilkes Primary School completed a "home run reading challenge" to earn a ticket to an Augusta GreenJackets baseball game. Students were challenged to read a book a day for four consecutive weeks, with each week representing a base on the baseball diamond. Each week students who met the goal were rewarded with a prize.

White Rock Baptist to hold annual revival May 19-21 at 7 p.m.

05/08/2008

White Rock Baptist Church in Lincolnton will have its annual spring revival meetings beginning Monday, May 19, and continuing through Wednesday, May 21. Services will begin at 7 p.m. Each night will feature a different minister.

Ga. State Patrol investigates traffic accidents in April

05/08/2008

State Troopers from the Washington Post of the Georgia State Patrol investigated 11 traffic crashes during the month of April in Wilkes County. Sergeant First Class Andrews said the traffic crashes resulted in 13 injuries. There were no fatalities.

W-W Animal Shelter gets donation from Georgia gun-dog rescue group

05/08/2008

The Washington-Wilkes Animal Shelter has received a distinct honor and sizeable monetary contribution from an organization which it has supported for nearly 10 years. . Gloria Wheatley, Washington- Wilkes Animal Shelter Director and Manager, received a letter including the contribution from Kate J. Kiley, president of the Field of Dreams Gun Dog Rescue in Conyers.

Rotary GSE team spends weekend here

05/08/2008

Members of the Rotary International Group Study Exchange (GSE) team from District 7030, which includes the Caribbean Islants, were hosted by the Washington Rotary Club as they travelled through the state last weekend. The team was treated to dinner provided by Ed and Roberta George on Friday night and to dinner at the Fitzpatrick Hotel on Saturday. They stayed with local Rotary President Paula Stevens for the weekend. Team members shown with Stevens and Washington Rotarian Michael Horgan (back) above are (front, l-r) Gloria Yzer Wong Fa San of Surinam, Curllin Alexis of Grenada, Vanessa Weck of Guadaloupe, Amit Mirhai of Trinidad, (back) Renner Yearwood of Barbados, and team leader Nigel Aqui of Trinidad.

Primary School students' pennies, ice cream donated for 2008 Relay

05/08/2008

Students at Washington Wilkes Primary School have been busy raising money for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life! One fund-raising opportunity was a 'Fillthe Penny-Jug' contest. Students brought pennies from home to filla two-liter bottle in their classrooms. Mrs. Ginny Barnett's class won the penny contest brining in five2-liter bottles filled with pennies!

Graduation students get tour of hospital; end of year events set

05/08/2008

During this past week, April 28-May 2, middle school students tried out for the middle school football/basketball cheerleading squad and the high school football/competition cheerleading squad. Over the past week, they practiced jumps, cheers, chants, agility, a dance, and tumbling.

Woman's Club now taking applications for scholarship

05/08/2008

The Washington Woman's Club Beltone at Master service hearing hearing is accepting applications for the Nettles-Dillard Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually and is aimed primarily for adults who want to upgrade their skills and education.

Combine summer fun and learning

05/08/2008

As our school year comes to a close, students and parents alike will be looking for enriching activities to filltheir summer schedules. The Mary Willis Library will begin the Vacation Reading Club on Saturday, May 24. Children will receive information about this valuable program at their schools. The kickoff begins at 10:00 with a Magic Show at the library.

4-H'ers recognized for achievement at annual banquet held at W-WCHS

05/08/2008

A number of achieving members got special recognition at the 31st Annual Wilkes County 4-H Awards Banquet held in the cafeteria of Washington-Wilkes Comprehensive High School.

W-WMS selects students of the month

05/08/2008

Washington-Wilkes Middle School Students of the Month are (front row, l-r) Trevon Lamar, Cecelia Eligio, (back) Traneisha Jones, Paige Partlow, Brett Lunceford, and (not pictured) Tiara Bolton. Two students are chosen from each grade level for this honor. Students selected must have a positive attitude, a strong desire to learn, excellent behavior, and a willingness to help others. They each received a certificate,goody bag, and a free meal certificatefrom McDonald's.

USAF Tech Sgt Tommy B. Tallent deploys for tour of duty in Iraq

05/08/2008

Air Force Tech. Sgt. Tommy B. Tallent has deployed to an Southwest Asia to support the missions of Operations Enduring Freedom and/ or Iraqi Freedom. Operation Enduring Freedom is the officialname given to antiterrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners. Reserve component members from all branches of the U.S.

M&M Office Products recognizes Sherrer Shelnutt for 20-plus years

05/08/2008

M&M OfficeProducts has recognized Sherrer Shelnutt for 20+ years of service to the business. Wayne Madden, M&M owner, presented her a complimentary family cruise which they will take in July. Sherrer is the daughter of Jean and Terry Bridges of Washington-Wilkes and grew up in Wilkes County She attended Athens Christian School.

Startting at Mrs. Johnnie Booker earns degree from Tidewater Tech at 69

05/08/2008

Johnnie Booker of Washington has been awarded the Associate of Occupational Science Degree in Medical Assisting with a concentration in Management from Tidewater Tech. Mrs. Booker has eight children. She lives on New Scull Shoals Road in Washington and is the widow of Alfonzia Booker. She is 69 years old.

Farm Safety Camp set Thurs.,May 29 at local ag center

05/08/2008

The annual Farm Safety Camp sponsored by the Wilkes-Lincoln Farm Safety Committee will be held Thursday, May 29, at the McGill- Woodruff Ag Center in Washington beginning at 8:30 a.m. and ending at 3 p.m. The camp is open to children ages 6-11 at a cost of $5.00 per child.

Carter's Grove sets homecoming Sunday, May 18

05/08/2008

Carter's Grove Baptist Church will have its annual homecoming on Sunday, May 18. Services will begin with Sunday School at 10 a.m., followed by the worship service at 11 a.m. Rev. Brian George, the pastor, will bring the message and there will be special music.

Hooton speaks to Frances Wheelis Women on Mission

05/08/2008

Becky Hooton was guest speaker at the meeting of the Frances Wheelis Women on Mission of the First Baptist Church in the conference room Monday evening, May 5. Kay Nelms welcomed members and guests. Guest Kathy Tate opened in prayer after which Mrs. Hooton gave a most interesting slide presentation as she related a mission trip taken by her, Mrs.

4-H'ers excel at poultry judging

05/08/2008

Eleven Wilkes County 4-H'ers took their knowledge of poultry to a higher level when they competed at the Area Poultry Judging Contest in April. "These youth did very well and I am so proud of them for trying an activity that has not been offered through 4-H in Wilkes county in a long time," says 4-H Agent Audra Chapman.

Crew to serve as assoc. vice president at Fort Valley State

05/08/2008

Dr. Dwayne Crew has been selected to serve as associate vice president for Fort Valley State University Vice President for Business and Finance Arthur J. Henderson. Crew presently serves FVSU as director of the Office of Human Resources and an instructor in the Department of Business Administration and Economics.

England becomes the new 'hometown' for student with rare study opportunity

By DELANEY RUSSELL — 05/08/2008

During the past three months while my classmates were at school, I got the opportunity of a lifetime. I accepted a chance to travel to England to study for three months. Naturally I accepted, but I had some fears. I would be living in a country where I knew no one, literally no one, for three thousand miles. Driving was impossible, so how would I get around?

Tignall News

By CAROLYN GAMMON Please call 706-285-2736 — 05/08/2008

George Washington once said, "The greatest teacher I ever had was my mother." Then there is an old Hebrew proverb, "God could not be everywhere, so he invented mothers." Most of the time one doesn't have to say a word, because Mother can read your minds!

RAYLE NEWS

By Bonnie Boatwright Call 274-3264 — 05/08/2008

Several people from our community attended dinner at the Third Shiloh Building in Washington Thursday evening honoring cancer survivors and their caregivers. Peggy Echols, Jason Echols, J.W.

Tyrone News

By PRISCILLA MAXWELL Please call 706-678-7657 — 05/08/2008

Sunday, May 4, was an exciting day at Phillips Mill Baptist Church. The call to worship was a favorite to many -- "Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow." This was followed by "Pomp and Circumstance" and the entrance of the graduating seniors who are Whit Chafin and Caleb Saggus. There was baptism for Hannah Moore.

Lundberg News

By SAMILLE SHERRER Please call 706-678-7363 — 05/08/2008

The National Day of Prayer event on The Square in Washington Thursday was a great and well-organized program. Rev. Gale Seibert gave the welcome and opening prayer and Rev. Andy Perryman sang "America the Beautiful" and led in singing "Amazing Grace" and "God Bless America." Divesia Lee, a high school student, gave a good talk on prayer.

Members, guests celebrate 225 years at Sardis Baptist homecoming Sunday

05/08/2008

Sardis Baptist Church enjoyed homecoming Sunday. Rev. Jim Newsome welcomed everyone and asked the visitors to stand and introduce themselves. Many had come back home for the wonderful celebration of 225 years for Sardis. Jo Randall of Washington was pianist as Pam Hall led the congregational singing.

Harper's Personal Care residents enjoy visiting with family, friends

05/08/2008

Doris Rhodes and Linda Denard visited Mrs. Lois Flynt. ƒMrs. Nell Walls went to see her husband, George Walls, at Lake Crossing with her daughters, Melissa and Becki. ƒCheryl and Sandra Massey visited Mrs. Louise Bagwell. ƒPatsy Winn and Ruth Horrez visited Mrs. Genelle Gill. ƒBobby Blakey visited Mrs. Lois Flynt.

Museum Committee seeks descriptions of buildings, structures

05/08/2008

The North Wilkes Museum Committee is in need of descriptions of buildings and structures that are no longer standing in the North Wilkes area for the North Wilkes Preservation Project. If you can describe in detail the size, color, stories of places, and locations where they were, please contact us.

Broad River canoe float to view rare water lily set May 17 at Broad River WMA campground

05/08/2008

The Broad River Watershed Association will host a canoe float on Saturday, May 17, to view the rare shoal lily along the lower section of the Broad River between Highway 17 and Highway 79 at the mouth of Clark's Hill Lake. Participants will meet at the Broad River WMA campground on Highway 79 at 9:30 a.m. May 17.

It's Derby Day in Washington

05/08/2008

Tiger trumpeter Evan Harrison sounds the Call to the Post for a crowd of elegantly dressed ladies at Saturday's Kentucky Derby Day Party at the Washington Jockey Club. The ladies displayed their chapeaux in the hat contest, and Rita Horton's was judged Most Elegant and Karen Carter's hat Most Creative. The party followed the Classic South Equine Association's Derby Day Horse Parade.

Fourth grade historians learn about Kettle Creek and the war

05/08/2008

The Falling Creek Elementary School's fourth grade from Elberton attended several historical sites for their study of Georgia History and the Kettle Creek battlefield was included.

Weather fans can collect rainfall data for NOAA

05/08/2008

The Community Collaborative Rain, Hail, and Snow Network, better known as CoCoRaHS, is looking for volunteers to help collect rainfall data across Georgia.

Students get tour of hospital

05/08/2008

On Friday, May 3, 2008, fifteen Washington-Wilkes Middle School Students, accompanied by W-WMS Graduation Coach Amethyst Wynn, visited Wills Memorial Hospital. Jane Echols, WMH Director of Nursing, welcomed the students and gave them a tour throughout the hospital.

Washington Lions Club to collect for White Cane Day

05/08/2008

The annual "White Cane Day" fundraising program of the Washington Lions Club will be an event of Saturday, May 10, at three locations in the city. Collection stations will be manned by Lions members and volunteers at Ingles, Bi-Lo, and IGA food stores from about 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.

Hospital Auxiliary holds volunteer luncheon

05/08/2008

Attending the fourth annual Wills Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Volunteer Recognition Luncheon last week were (front, l-r) Charlene Zima, Dottie Norman, Jean Payne, Rosemary Hopkins, Jeannette Dozier, and Pat Niemann, Director of Volunteer Services; (second row) Laura Houpt, Amy Johnston, Margaret Norris, Ashley Barnett; (third row) Paula Butts, Bernie Pope, Sue Justus,

Top students selected at W-WCHS

05/08/2008

Students of the Month at Washington-Wilkes Comprehensive High School are (front row, l-r) Tyler Stasyshyn, Physical Education; Susan Penvose, Social Studies; Kristin Lukich, English; Shakelia Mahoney, Healthcare Science; Justin Guin, Math Tech Prep; Yakira Banks, Business and Computer Science; (back row) Jackson Hardy, Science; Hayley Colvard, Band; Yareli Lopez,

Heritage Health Care residents enjoy visits with family, friends

05/08/2008

Guests of Mrs. Gertrude Tyler were Marjorie Tyler, Wilma Bunch, Grace Ferguson, Austin and Donnie Echols, Bella Mora, Zella Bennett, and Doug Tyler. ƒTJ Norman and Florine Norman visited Henry Butler. ƒ Jonathan Sutton visited Willie Huff. ƒVisiting Mrs. Anita Martin were Ben Danner, Doug Tyler, Gloria Hardy, Sam and Janice Scott, and Rev. Stephen Rayner.

Pet of the week

05/08/2008

This male wirehaired Fox Terrier needs a home with a fenced yard. He's very active and very affectionate. He is neutered and vaccinated. It's important to keep collars with ID tags or write phone number on the collar with a permanent marker on your pet at all times.

Brady Farm named in Ga. stewardship award recognition

05/08/2008

The Brady Farm owned by Hartsel and David Brady on the Pecan Grove Road in Wilkes County has received the Georgia Forestry Commission's Forest Stewardship Award and obtained Forest Steward recognition. The 173-acre farm has been managed under Georgia's Forest Stewardship Program since 2005.

K.D. Stokes

05/08/2008

Funeral services for K.D. Stokes, 91, of Washington were held Saturday, May 3, 2008, at Heard's Chapel Baptist Church in Wilkes County with Rev. Henry T. Butler officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. He died April 25 in Wills Memorial Hospital, Washington.

Clyde Jerrell Sales

05/08/2008

Graveside services for Clyde Jerrell Sales, 82, of Crawfordville were held Saturday, May 3, 2008, at the Raytown Methodist Church Cemetery with full military honors. He died Thursday, May 1, at the Tignall Assisted Living Home in Tignall. Rev. Wade Palmer officiated at the service.

Anna Schroeder Brown

05/08/2008

Funeral services for Anna Schroeder Brown, 75, of Ware- McLendon Road, Tignall, were held Tuesday, April 29, 2008, at the Tignall Baptist Church with Rev. Dale Fincher officiating. Interment was in the Tignall Baptist Church Cemetery. She died Saturday, April 26, at her home.

'Red River Valley' in Chinese

05/08/2008

B onnie Allison and Renee Brown are home from an 11-day trip to Shanghai, China. Bonnie and husband Gene lived in Shanghai for several years and Bonnie says she would walk through the local park where she would see people involved in various activities.

Just a Thought

By GARY TOOLE — 05/08/2008

What are we going to do with the kids? That's the question being raised all over the country with seemingly no real answer. Several television shows had devoted their entire program to try to analyze and solve the problems of teenage violence and the senseless killings that have gone on in America's schools -- kids killing kids.

Book Review

By GERALDINE BROOKS — 05/08/2008

Reviewed by PEGGY BARNETT In 1996, a rare book expert is summoned to Sarajevo by the United Nations to analyze and repair an invaluable book. The expert is Australian Hanna Heath, and the book is a centuries-old illuminated Haggadah. The Haggadah is the text that accompanies the Jewish Passover Seder.

Vox Pop

05/08/2008

Mother's Day is next Sunday. What makes your mother special? How do you plan to honor her on Mother's Day?

Political Cartoon

05/08/2008

Rebekah Montgomery guest of honor at baby shower Apr. 24

05/08/2008

Rebekah Montgomery of Lincolnton was guest of honor at a baby shower on Thursday, April 24, given by the Washington-Wilkes Elementary School Sunshine Club at the elementary school. Mrs. Montgomery, a faculty member at WWES, was presented a corsage of white daisies tied with pink ribbon to complement her navy and white polka dotted ensemble.

Amanda Danielle Wolfe to wed Joshua Noel Miller on Sept. 20

05/08/2008

Mr. and Mrs. John Clary Young of Crawfordville announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Danielle Wolfe of Washington, to Joshua Noel Miller, also of Washington, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Hamrick of Washington and the late Wayne Edward Miller of Lincolnton.

Lauren Nicole Wylie to marry John Willie Gartrell III May 31

05/08/2008

Mr. and Mrs. John Henry Wylie Jr. of Washington announce the engagement of their daughter, Lauren Nicole, to John Willie Gartrell III, son of Mrs. John Willie Gartrell Jr. and the late Mr. Gartrell, also of Washington. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Crew of Athens and Chicago, Ill., and Mrs.

Gresham-Saggus WOM members gather on May 1

05/08/2008

Helen Miller presented the program at the meeting of the Rhetta Gresham-Terry Bennett Saggus Women on Mission Thursday, May 1, in the Jesse Mercer Chapel of the First Baptist Church. "A Great Woman" was the title of the program taken from "Mosaic.

Laura Baldwin guest of honor at miscellaneous shower Apr. 26

05/08/2008

Laura Baldwin of Augusta was honored at a miscellaneous bridal shower on Saturday, April 26, at the Timbermen Farmhouse in Warrenton given by Dr. Julie Hicks and daughter, Perry Hicks, of Thomson. Miss Baldwin, bride-elect of Wesley Seabolt of Augusta, was lovely in a silk charmeuse black and white tunnel neck dress.

Angie Paul honored at bridal luncheon held at Nelms home

05/08/2008

Hummingbird Hill, home of Richard and Kay Nelms in Logan Woods, was the scene of a bridal luncheon honoring Angie Shedd Paul of Lexington on Saturday, May 3. Co-hostesses with Mrs. Nelms were Debbie Lindsey, Dean Mansfield and Sheila Callaway.

Angie Paul entertained at bridal shower on April 26

05/08/2008

Angie Paul of Lexington, brideelect of Chad Williams, also of Lexington, was entertained at a drop-in bridal shower Saturday, April 26, at the home of Gail Stewart on Walker Road in Rayle. Joining Mrs. Stewart in entertaining were nieces of the bride-elect, Hannah Wright of Rayle and Alyssa Stewart of Augusta.

Jessica Leigh Coxwell and Herchell Lee Evans united in marriage on April 5 at First Baptist

05/08/2008

Jessica Leigh Coxwell and Herchell Lee Evans of Dacula were united in marriage in an impressive double-ring ceremony Saturday, April 5, at six o'clock in the evening at the First Baptist Church in Washington. Rev. Albert W. Huyck Jr. of Tignall officiated.

Washington Personal Mention

05/08/2008

Boots and Shirley Gunter joined Bill, Allison, Emmeline and Isabelle Hale on Sunday for Children's Sunday at the Athens First Baptist Church. Isabelle is a member of the Joyful Singers Choir which sang several numbers in the service. In the afternoon, the group enjoyed "Artscape" at Athens Academy in which both Emmeline and Isabelle had exhibits.

Joseph B. Baldwin named to NWU's winter dean's list

05/08/2008

Joseph B. Baldwin of Washington Wilkes has been named to the dean's list for the winter quarter in both the School of Music and the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. Students named to the dean's list have attained a grade point average of at least 3.75/4.0.

Tigers to face top-ranked Wesleyan Friday

05/08/2008

The way the state baseball playoff brackets are paired, it didn't matter what the Washington-Wilkes Tigers did in last week's Region 8-AA seeding games, they were going to have to play a Top 10 team in the first round no matter what. But as it happened, W-W lost both of its game last Friday to end up the No. 4 seed facing the Region 6-AA No.

Basketball alumni game slated May 31 to put Tigers on Tigers

05/08/2008

It has been two years but it's time to be reminded again. What to these names bring to mind? Tyrekus "A.J." Bowman, Franchot Brown, Lazarus Chennault, Jamaal Binns, Andrew Jackson, and Denorio Quinn.

Come Worship with us

05/08/2008

Baha'i Faith 116 S Elijah Clark Dr Washington, GA 30673 (706)678-4341 Beaverdam Baptist Church 857 Beaverdam Rd.

'Red River Valley' in Chinese

05/08/2008

Just a Thought

By GARY TOOLE — 05/08/2008

Book Review

By GERALDINE BROOKS — 05/08/2008

Vox Pop

05/08/2008

Mother's Day is next Sunday. What makes your mother special? How do you plan to honor her on Mother's Day?

Political Cartoon

05/08/2008

2008 Relay for Life exceeds much more than monetary goals

05/08/2008

TO THE EDITOR: As event coordinator and a cancer survivor, I am overwhelmed at the enormous support that the people of Washington-Wilkes demonstrated for our 2008 Relay For Life.

Tigers to face top-ranked Wesleyan Friday

05/08/2008

Basketball alumni game slated May 31 to put Tigers on Tigers

05/08/2008

It has been two years but it's time to be reminded again. What to these names bring to mind? Tyrekus "A.J." Bowman, Franchot Brown, Lazarus Chennault, Jamaal Binns, Andrew Jackson, and Denorio Quinn.

K.D. Stokes

05/08/2008

Clyde Jerrell Sales

05/08/2008

Anna Schroeder Brown

05/08/2008

Come Worship with us

05/08/2008

Baha'i Faith 116 S Elijah Clark Dr Washington, GA 30673 (706)678-4341 Beaverdam Baptist Church 857 Beaverdam Rd.

Rebekah Montgomery guest of honor at baby shower Apr. 24

05/08/2008

Amanda Danielle Wolfe to wed Joshua Noel Miller on Sept. 20

05/08/2008

Lauren Nicole Wylie to marry John Willie Gartrell III May 31

05/08/2008

Gresham-Saggus WOM members gather on May 1

05/08/2008

Laura Baldwin guest of honor at miscellaneous shower Apr. 26

05/08/2008

Angie Paul honored at bridal luncheon held at Nelms home

05/08/2008

Angie Paul entertained at bridal shower on April 26

05/08/2008

Jessica Leigh Coxwell and Herchell Lee Evans united in marriage on April 5 at First Baptist

05/08/2008

Washington Personal Mention

05/08/2008

Joseph B. Baldwin named to NWU's winter dean's list

05/08/2008

Don't Forget

05/08/2008