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W-W Kindergarten registration to be held March 5-9, 8-3 Registration for the Washington- Wilkes Kindergarten (five-yearolds) for the 2007-2008 school year will be held during the week of March 5-9, daily from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Any Wilkes County child who will be five years old on or before September 1, 2007, is eligible to attend kindergarten. More ... Seniors to get free legal help March 6 at Senior Center Members of the staff of the Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP) will be in Wilkes County to meet with senior citizens wanting free legal help, on a first-come, firstserved basis. Senior citizens 60 years of age or older who have a civil (non-criminal) legal issue may be able to receive help. A G... More ... Norman participates in Army-sponsored All-American Bowl 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. Army-sponsored event brought in the best football talent from across the nation in an East versus West... More ...
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. More ...
Ann Kenny (left), public health liaison with the Office of Planning and Epidemiology in Augusta, spoke to the Washington Rotary Club at its regular meeting on Thursday, February 17, and told members many interesting facts about the flu season and the recent outbreak of flu in the area. More ... Kiwanis Art and Talent Show set for March 16 at W-W high school 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 ...
Private Second Class Demitruius Deonta Acree visited with the reading and language arts class of Erin Frost and Pam Hall on Thursday, February 15, to express his thanks for the Christmas cards the students made and mailed to him while he was in Iraq. He spoke of his experiences with the Army in Ira... 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. The baseball tryouts where held, students participated in the Optimist Club speech contest, two students attended District Band in Augusta, and art contest winners were announced. More ...
Digging to America By ANNE TYLER This is Anne Tyler's seven teenth novel. Like most of the others, it is set in Baltimore, where Tyler lives. She won the Pulitzer Prize in 1988 for Breathing Lessons, and is widely read and praised. Digging to America tells the story of two families who adopt Korean babies at the same time. 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. The tours will be held on Saturday, March 31, with the Day Tour hours being 10... More ... THE ACADEMIC CORNER Music is Marvelous! Students at WWPS have a 'song in their heart' and are willing to share it with others! WWPS Music program, led by Mrs. Ann Tiller, is an integral part of learning for all students in grades K-3rd. Students sing songs, play instruments, and learn how to use their voices to share feelings. Students e... More ... Recorder music set at Presbyterian church for Sunday, March 18 The Athens Recorder Ensemble will present a concert at the Washington Presbyterian Church on Sunday afternoon, March 18, at 4 p.m. The program, entitled "Recorder Music Through the Ages," will contain selections from the Renaissance, Baroque, Modern, Folk, and Jazz traditions. The hour-long progra... More ... Too sick for school? Nurse tells parents when to keep home Patty Stewart, nurse at the Washington Wilkes Primary School, has provided information for parents and others about sending children to school during this time when there are so many illnesses prevalent in the area. "Children with fever over 100 degrees should stay home until there is no fever for... 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. The General Assembly welcomed four members of Georgia's Congressional delegation this week. Senators Saxby Chambliss and Johnny Isakso... More ... Fourth annual Washington-Wilkes Relay for Life in planning stages now, volunteers still needed By CATHY LANNAE Relay for Life (RFL) volunteers, cancer survivors (a term for anyone who has ever been diagnosed with cancer), team captains, and community leaders are in planning mode to make the Fourth Annual American Cancer Society Relay For Life for Washington-Wilkes a reality. The kick off meeting held in Jan... More ...
Joe Barnett of Washington was the guest speaker at the regular meeting of the Kiwanis Club on Tuesday, February 27. He presented a most interesting and entertaining talk about his recent appearance on the Martha Stewart show which featured his famous "Shrimp and Grits" dish which had previously won... More ...
John Pope and Hayley Colvard were honored at the meeting of the Wilkes County Board of Education on Tuesday, February 20, for having earned a spot in the Tenth District Honor Band held in Augusta last weekend. Superintendent Joyce Williams presented each of them with a framed certificate from the b... More ...
Read the Story... Dr. Paul Broun announces candidacy for Norwood seat Paul Broun, well-known conservative leader and long-time Republican activist, announced his candidacy for Congress last week. A physician and resident of Athens, Broun is seeking to fill the unexpired term of 10th District Congressman Charlie Norwood who recently passed away following a struggle ag... More ... Historical museum hosts exhibit of Pickens, Calhoun belongings The Washington Historical Museum is having a special exhibit of the personal belongings of Andrew Pickens and John C. Calhoun, two historic figures from South Carolina, through April 30. The exhibit includes the couch on which John C. Calhoun was carried into the United States Senate for the last ... More ... Wilkes native Derrick Tutt named area manager for tech company 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. The new manager began his career in 1997 as an assembly operator and was later promoted to supervisor for the Spicer Driveshaft facility... More ...
This beautiful mixed-breed dog is one of the many dogs at the Washington Wilkes Animal Shelter that needs a loving home. She is affectionate, calm, spayed, and vaccinated. If you cannot adopt a dog, perhaps you would like to select a dog to sponsor. The dog would remain at the Shelter until, or i... More ... Breast health class set for March 21 at Wills Memorial 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. Participants may register for a chance to win a gift. 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. Blue Jackets, Gold Standards is the theme this year, and it embodies all the best about FFA members, from the most recognizable symbol of the organization, the blue corduroy jacket... More ...
By CAROLYN GAMMON Please call 706-285-2736 and NOBIE KEENER Please call 706-285-3232 It takes a lot to get a Southern woman mad - bless our hearts - but, one way is to "mess" with our flowers and bulbs we have lovingly placed in the earth with the anticipation of blooms in the spring. Also, we have all grown accustomed to - perhaps even spoiled by - our daffodil sightings along... 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. Winners in the Cubbies division were - Whitney Dawson, first; Alex Lamar, second; Chloe Fain, third; a... More ... Tignall City Council discusses sidewalks on West Wooten St. The regular monthly meeting of the Tignall City Council was called to order at 7 p.m. on February 14 by Mayor Richard Gammon. Present were Council Members Albert Huyck, Leon Aycock, and Charles Bradley; City Attorney Michael Horgan; Water Superintendent Clyde Davis; City Clerks Linda Daniel and J... More ... Aonia News By SHERRY W. NEWSOME Please call 706-678-2898 I've been facing the giants this week, but I've decided the giants aren't going to win. ..G.B. has been sick for about 10 days. Finally today (Sunday) he is feeling some better. He still has a terrible cough and can't rest too well with that. .. More ... Lundberg News 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. Larry Martin, and his wife Dianne who are missionaries in Moldova. They have been there j... More ... W-WES announces honor roll and merit list The names of students listed on the fourth and fifth grade honor roll and merit list for the fourth six weeks grading period have been released by Principal Wanda Barton at the W-W Elementary School. These students are listed below. More ... RAYLE NEWS 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. Monica Gunter was in charge of the nursery. Prayer meet... More ... Wilkes Health Care residents enjoy visits with family, friends Guests of Mrs. Sue Walton were Sherry Phillips, Shirley Crocker, and Linda Garrett. ..Lyn and Nora Wolfe visited Mrs. Dot Wolfe. ..Guests of Mrs. Virginia Ledbetter were Louise Walker, Jennifer Jackson, Mildred and Clinton Sanders, and Julia Gartrell. ..Mrs. Sara Gresham's visitors were Johnny and ... More ... Harper's Personal Care residents enjoy visiting with family, friends 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. ..Jimmy and Linda Griggs visited her mother, Mrs. Sarah Curtis. ..Singers from the Ch... More ... Tyrone News By PRISCILLA MAXWELL Please call 706-678-7657 The Week of Prayer for North American Missions will be March 4- 11 and the Easter Annie Armstrong Special Offering for Home missions will also be held. On Tuesday night, March 6, there will be an Associational Annie Armstrong Missions Banquet held with Double Branches Baptist Church in Lincoln Coun... More ... Oxendine offers tips for tornado season 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. On April 8 and 9 in 1998, tornadoes caused severe damage across the state and killed 10 Georgians. The heaviest damage was in the north metro... More ...
First United Methodist Preschool visited local dentist Dr. Bruce Holes last Friday. "We are learning how to keep our teeth clean and why it is important," said teacher Julie Lewis. "February is Children's Dental Health month and we want to thank Dr. and Mrs. Bruce Holes for making our trip fun. We ... 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. She is the youngest of two children born to Isaiah and Addie Moman Wellm... More ... |
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