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Brett Walker (right), a junior at the University of Georgia majoring in Landscape Architecture, accepts the Wilkes County Cattlemen's Association scholarship from President Alan Bridges. The $500 presentation was made at the organization's March meeting. Brett is the daughter of Midge and Clay Walk... More ...
'Vegetable Man' Frank Callaway is in remission By CATHY LANNAE (This is the third in a series focusing on courageous community friends dealing with cancer.) Frank Callaway worked for years traveling throughout Georgia and the southeast tying steel on major construction sites. But for Frank, home has always been his beloved Wilkes County. After retiring s... More ...
Liz Grant, a senior at Briarwood Academy, was selected as a state finalist for Georgia's 27th Annual Homecoming Queen Tuition Scholarship Competition. As a finalist, she competed for the state title in Atlanta on March 17-18. At the competition Liz was selected as one of the state's top ten finali... More ...
Audrey Claire George Rev. and Mrs. Tony George of Scottsdale, Ariz., announce the birth of their daughter, Audrey Claire, on Wednesday, March 14, at Scottsdale Healthcare in Scottsdale, Ariz. Audrey weighed 7 lbs. 12 ozs. and was 20 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Reese Smith III of Nashville, Tenn... More ...
Ava Alexandra Simmons, daughter of Tara and Robert Simmons Jr. of Washington, celebrated her first birthday with family, neighbors and friends at a Pink Ladies C e l e b r a t i o n Sunday afternoon, March 4, at her home. Her birthday was March 6. More ...
Amy McAvoy celebrated her tenth birthday with an ice skating party at Augusta Ice Sports in Augusta Saturday, March 3. She is the daughter of Richard and Lisa McAvoy. Amy and her friends enjoyed two hours of ice skating and then gathered in the party room for pizza, drinks and birthday cake whi... More ... Ashley Branan guest of honor at bridal shower Ashley Branan, bride-elect of Brad Sheffield of Athens, was honored in Jesup with a miscellaneous shower Monday, March 19, in the social hall of the Jesup Church of God. More ... Young-at-Heart Club of FUMC enjoys fellowship The Young-at-Heart Club of First United Methodist Church enjoyed a fellowship Thursday, March 22. The group met at the church for a lunch trip to Country Kitchen in Siloam. After lunch, the group drove to Siloam to visit several churches and enjoyed a tour around Alexander H. Stephens Park in Cra... More ...
Mr. and Mrs. Greg Denard of Washington announce the engagement of their daughter, Lauren Elizabeth, to James David Bridges, son of Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Bridges of Washington and Mrs. Christopher Gunn of Augusta. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mrs. Aage Hoffman and the late Mr. Hoffman and M... More ...
Norman and Joan Kennedy Echols of Rayle were honored on the occasion of their Golden Wedding Anniversary at a 50th Wedding Anniversary and Renewal of Vows Celebration Saturday afternoon, March 10, at Sardis Baptist Church in Rayle. Hosts for the occasion were Norman and Regina Echols of Jacksonvil... More ...
Mrs. Rachel Lovern Wiley of Elberton announces the engagement of her daughter, Elizabeth Kaye, to Adam Bohler, son of Gene Bohler and the late Cindy Bohler of Tignall. The bride-elect is also the daughter of the late Joe Howard Wiley of Rutledge. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Annette Wiley and... More ... Breast health classes set for Wilkes Co. Health Department The University Health Care System Breast Health Center will sponsor a breast health class at the Wilkes County Health Department on Gordon Street once a month for the next three months. There is no registration and no charge for the classes scheduled for April 25, May 23, and June 27. The classes... More ... Augusta McDonald's manager named as one of best in nation Manager James Partridge has been named one of McDonald's Corporation's top one percent of restaurant managers across the entire U.S. system. He manages a store in Augusta for owner David Cravens, also his father-in-law. Only 133 store managers nationwide were selected for the honor. More ... Iris Garden Club members hear program on 'Cooking with Herbs' Evelyn Bennett was the featured club. speaker at the meeting of the Iris During committee reports, Dot Garden Club Tuesday, March 13, at Harris noted the nursing home committee the Parish Hall. had been pruning and treating Sandy Burton presented Mrs. More ...
This mixed-breed male, mediumsized dog is even-tempered, friendly, and likes to be walked. He is a handsome dark red color and is neutered and vaccinated. Walking your dog is terrific exercise for both of you. Vaccination against rabies is required for all dogs and cats three months of age and ye... More ... Washington Personal Mention Mr. and Mrs. Ed Norman, Kaitlyn and Kindler, of Grayson were guests of Mrs. George Norman Friday and Saturday. + Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Hopkins and Jason Hopkins of Hilton Head Island, S.C., and Blake Hopkins of Columbia, S.C., were weekend guests of Mrs. Dennis Hopkins. More ...
Trooper Del Branch (left) was the guest speaker for the Washington Rotary Club and he told of his duties and responsibilities while he was recently deployed in Iraq. He said the Iraqi people really appreciate what the troops are doing there and he indicated that he is ready to go back if called. Ji... More ...
Grier Armour (right) of Washington-Wilkes receives the Hull School of Business Management Award, presented by Dr. Dalton Brannen (left) on behalf of Augusta State University at Honors Night March 16. Grier is the son of Angie and Jack Strother and Cathy and Robert Armour of Washington. He is a seni... More ...
Breckyn Hudson (at left) performed "Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend" and took top honors at the 25th annual Washington Kiwanis Club Talent Showcase. She will now advance to represent Washington- Wilkes in the state Talent Showcase to be held later this spring. More ...
Scott Lewis, who started at over 340 pounds and had lost more than 150 pounds, told members of the Washington Rotary Club all about his history of being fat, unhealthy, and on medication. He then told of how changing his personal habits and choices led him to a slimmer figure and allowed him to dis... More ... |
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