Major League Umpire Marvin Hudson (right) told members of the Washington Rotary Club about his rise to the big leagues and some of the experiences he has had calling professional baseball games.
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Army Staff Sgt. Tamarcus T. Norman participated in supporting the efforts for the 2007 All-American Bowl all-star high school football game played at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. The U.S. More...
The 25th Anniversary of the Kiwanis Art and Talent Showcase will be held on March 16 at 7 p.m. in the W-WCHS auditorium. The art entry deadline is March 9 at 10 a.m. and auditions for the talent show will be held March 14 at 6 p.m. More...
Best 'Optimistic' speakers named; Pope, Colvard attend District Band
By W-WMS SEVENTH AND EIGHTH GRADERS
Washington-Wilkes Middle School has been very active in sports and community contests this month. More...
The Washington-Wilkes Spring Tour of Homes 2007 will have a different schedule this year from years past. Both the Day Tour and the Candlelight Tour will be held on Saturday. There will be no tours on Friday or Sunday. More...
The Athens Recorder Ensemble will present a concert at the Washington Presbyterian Church on Sunday afternoon, March 18, at 4 p.m. More...
Many big issues remain for Georgia Legislature
The sixth week of the 2007 Legislative Session has now drawn to a close. Only 16 days remain in this year's Session, and many important issues remain on the table. More...
Joe Barnett of Washington was the guest speaker at the regular meeting of the Kiwanis Club on Tuesday, February 27. More...
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Derrick Tutt has been named area manager for the Traction North America facility in Orangeburg, S.C. He is the son of Dorothy Tutt and grandson of Mary Ann Tutt. More...
The University Health Care System Breast Health Center will sponsor a breast health class at Wills Memorial Hospital March 21, 8:30 a.m. until 2:45 p.m. There is no registration and no charge for the class. More...
2007 FFA WEEK - FEBRUARY 26-MARCH 2
Washington-Wilkes Comprehensive High School's FFA chapter is celebrating FFA Week February 26 through March 1, 2007. More...
The second annual Awana Grand Prix was held in the Family Life Center of the Tignall Baptist Church. All-around winner in speed was Hunter Futch and all-around winner in design was Gage Dodson. More...
By SAMILLE SHERRER Please call 706-678-7363
We had a good attendance at worship service at Clifford's Grove Baptist Church Sunday. Rev. Martin preached a good message from I Corinthians 29-33. He shares with us news and weekly reports from his son, Rev. More...
By Bonnie Boatwright Call 274-3264
Sardis Baptist Church enjoyed a special message on "An Unwavering Faith" by Tommy Harwell of Warrenton Sunday morning. Courtney Gunter played the piano with Pam Hall as music director. Children's church was held in the annex by Adriane Echols. More...
Cecil Rhodes brought turnips from his garden for the residents and staff to enjoy. ..Doris Rhodes and grandson, Trey Rhodes, visited Mrs. Lois Flynt Saturday and took her for a ride. They had lunch at Doris' home. More...
While tornadoes can occur at any time of year if atmospheric conditions are right, March, April, and May are considered prime months for tornadoes to strike. More...
Bessie Wellmaker McLendon (1916- )
By REV. ED ANDERSON LCT (Ret.) U.S. Army
Despite the hardships, 'they never lost hope' Distinguished African American businesswoman and funeral home director, Bessie Wellmaker McLendon, was born March 28, 1916, in the Metasville Community of Wilkes County, Georgia. More...
