September 14, 2006 RSS feed / News

Winterville to salute veterans' service on Veterans Day

In observance of Veterans Day on November 11, there will be an appreciation day held in Winterville, using as a theme, "Thanks for Our Freedom." More...

Primary care physicians are core of medical care

As a preface to beginning a series of articles in next week's More...

Women can help in men's battle against deadly prostate cancer

For many years, it has been known as "a man's disease." But it doesn't have to be that way. The American Cancer Society wants to enlist women in the battle against the second deadliest cancer striking American men: prostate cancer. More...

Club meetings held after break; W-WMS Corner cookie dough sale begins soon

After a long Labor Day weekend, school is back in session. The 4-H Club met this week with Marcie Simpson, The 4-H County Extension agent. More...

'Steel Magnolias' sets performance dates, times; will salute Washington Little Theater's 35 years

"Steel Magnolias," the Washington Little Theater's season opener, differs in its performance times from the theater's usual lineup. More...

Time to sign up for 4-H birthday calendar

birthday calendar time again," announced Wilkes County Extension Agent Marcie Simpson. "The community calendar needs your birthday or anniversary listed so everyone can share in the celebration." More...

Pre-K kids see 'Princess and Pea'

The children of First United Methodist Pre-K enjoyed a day at the Washington-Wilkes Little Theater last Wednesday. More...

Natural blanket keeps plants alive over winter

In a few weeks, gold, red and yellow leaves will flame on tree branches across the state. And then they will drop. Instead of spending your fall dragging leaves to the curb, consider using them as a blanket for your plants. More...

Pet of the week

Mysti is a beautiful semi-longhaired orange cat. He is a very loving, gentle cat and is vaccinated and neutered. He's ready for a home. More...

UGA forestry study reveals that southern pine forests can provide reliable solutions for energy independence

A study by scientists at the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources has confirmed that new methods can successfully harvest significant amounts of forest biomass for energy production from southern pine forests without More...

CAREGIVERS' JOBS CAN BE EASIER

Technology can help elderly stay home safer, longer

Dear Savvy Senior, I recently heard about some new More...

RAYLE NEWS

The popular singing group "Forgiven" of Indiana will give a concert at Sardis Baptist Church Sunday evening, October 1, at 7 p.m. More...

Lunch and Learn club meets for meal, business

The Rayle Lunch and Learn met at Rayle City Hall August 23. More...

Aonia News

It's September and I love the weather. It's much better to me with cool nights and cooler days. Soon the leaves will be turning to gorgeous colors of yellow, brown, and red. More...

Joe Swann dies in Brunswick at age 91

Joseph Allen "Joe" Swann, 91, of Brunswick died Friday, August 25, 2006, at Hospice of the Goldn Isles. His birthday was Wednesday, August 1. More...

Volunteers needed for festival, North Wilkes committee says

The North Wilkes Steering Committee met Thursday, September 7, at the Tignall Lunchroom. Those attending were Pat Grimaud, Jessie Shoemaker, Margie Bunch, Susannah Carter, Margaret Fortson, Gloria Ware, Eudora Huyck, Nobie More...

Homecoming set at Mallorysville Baptist Sun., September 24

Mallorysville Baptist Church will have homecoming Sunday, September 24. More...

Volunteer drivers needed now for Wilkes Road to Recovery

Summer Garrison from the American Cancer Society and Debbie Anderson, Wilkes County Road to Recovery Coordinator, are asking citizens to meet at the Wills Memorial Hospital Library Friday, September 15, at 1:30 p.m. More...

Smyrna United Methodist set revival services starting Sun.

Smyrna United Methodist Church will have annual revival services beginning Sunday, September 17, and continuing through Wednesday, September 20. More...

Offer financial advice to members

Curt Klein (left) and Mike Reiner (right) of Capital Investment Advisors, in Atlanta, outlined stock market trends and investment strategies for members of the Washington Rotary Club during their regular meeting on Thursday, September 7. More...

Rotary Club inducts new member

Jane Bundy (center) was inducted as the newest member of the Washington Rotary Club on Thursday, September 7. She was installed by Club President Tammy Bryngelson. Joey Fievet (left) was the sponsoring member. More...

Hero Cookie Day: sweet salute for emergency service workers

The Little River family of churches which includes Bethel UMC, Mount Zion UMC, and Smyrna UMC, again said "thank you" to different community organizations for all that they do day in and day out with their third annual Hero Cookie Day. More...

THE ACADEMIC CORNER

Pre-K program leads the way in school readiness

The Pre-K Program at Washington Wilkes Elementary School serves 100 four-year-old children. The Pre-K is in its third year on the elementary school campus, having previously been housed at Washington-Wilkes Primary School. More...

Celebrity Waiters Dinner Oct. 10 stars Elizabeth Long & Friends

The Celebrity Waiters Dinner sponsored by the Wills Memorial Hospital Auxiliary to benefit Wills Memorial Hospital will be held on Tuesday, October 10, at 7:00 p.m., at the Washington-Wilkes Comprehensive High School Cafeteria. More...

Gamma Tau Chapter holds opening meeting

The opening meeting of Gamma Tau Chapter, an international organization of women educators, was held in Washington on Saturday, September 9, beginning with a delicious brunch. More...

Hamburger University grad speaks

Janie Cravens (center) spoke to the Washington Rotary Club and told members about her experiences at McDonalds' Hamburger University which she attended recently. More...

Don't ignore bullying at school; do something to stop it

If your child is being bullied, you can do some things to help stop it. More...

Mr. Rousey presents a treasure

Alvin Rousey of Tignall (l) presented Washington pharmacist Joey Fievet with a very special old 4-ounce glass prescription bottle that may date back as far as 1922. On the bottle is the inscription "J.B. More...

State mascot seeks new name; calls on kids' creativity for help

With the unveiling of Georgia's comprehensive litter prevention and abatement campaign, "Litter. It Costs You," there's a new bird in town. More...

Lundberg News

Happy birthday wishes to our sweet friend, Mrs. Juanita Bradford, on Thursday, September 14. Hope you have many more. Mr. and Mrs. James Sherrer attended the graveside services of Mark Harper at Sardis Baptist Church Cemetery Wednesday morning. More...

Tyrone News

The month of September is a special time for Georgia Baptist State Missions offering and season of prayer. Out 2006 theme is "Sow, Reap, Rejoice . . . Together. (John More...

Tignall News

At this time, let's revisit the National Park Service (NPS) Cumberland Island matter. First, emotions came back of that day. Yes, it was hot. It was a long day. There were gnats. More...

Barbeque benefit set for Jim Bolden at Kum Bak Cafe

The Kum Bak Café will be sponsoring a benefit barbecue on Saturday, September 16, for Jim Bolden who has cancer. More...

Old Tignall photos needed for display at 'Rather Be' fest

The North Wilkes Steering Committee is asking for all of you readers to look through all your old photographs of Tignall or people who lived here long ago. More...

Rhodes descendants descend on Wilkes Co.; 650 come for fly-in, barbeque, music, and fun

On Sunday, September 10, descendants of John Morgan Rhodes and Lois (Wright) Rhodes gathered at the old homeplace of John Wright (son of John and Lois) and Ula Lee (Walker) Rhodes for a fly-in/barbecue family reunion. More...