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Christopher Reid of Lincolnton was named Valedictorian of the Lincoln County High School Class of 2007 and was so honored as he delivered his address at graduation exercises Friday evening, May 18, at Buddy Bufford Field in Lincolnton. More ...
James E. Sherrer of Washington- Wilkes has been recognized for his many years of volunteer work for senior adults. At the annual CSRA Area Agency on Aging recognition luncheon, Sherrer was honored as the 2007 volunteer of the year for the 14- county area. The luncheon was held at the Julian Smith... More ...
Florine and T.J. Norman would like to thank each of you for sharing this special day with them and for all the lovely gifts given. Today marks the beginning of the rest of their lives. Florine also thanks her son , Mark Cobb, for giving her away at the ceremony. More ...
Dylan Jon Hopkins Jon Benson and Jackie Hopkins of Chicago, Ill., announce the birth of their son, Dylan, on Tuesday, May 15, at Northwestern Hospital in Chicago. Dylan weighed 7 lbs. 13 ozs. and was 20 ½ inches long. Maternal grandparents are John and Judy Schutty of Newton, Iowa. More ...
Johnathon Morgan Shedd, son of Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Shedd of Rayle, celebrated his second birthday on April 29 with a party at his home. His birthday was May 3. Morgan was honored with a Thomas the Train theme party. His train cake, made by his mother and grandmother, Mrs. W. C. Bentley, was a rep... More ...
Anna Mae Laymon graduated from the Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences at the 17th Annual Commencement Saturday, May 19, at Tivoli Theatre in Chattanooga, Tenn. Anna is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Laymon and the granddaughter of Mrs. E. E. Pasco and the late Mr. Pasco of Washington... More ... Personal Mention Eleanor and Steve Blackmon have returned from Roxboro, N. C., where they attended the funeral services for her 95-year-old aunt, Miss Edna Wilkerson. ..Mary Jordan of Atlanta enjoyed an overnight visit with Joanne and Gene Pollock while on her way for a visit with her children in Statesboro. .. More ...
Mr. and Mrs. Greg Armour of Rayle announce the engagement of their daughter, Samantha, to William Harrison Callaway, son of William David Callaway of Rayle and the late Joy Blackmon Callaway. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert (Buck) Echols of Rayle, the late Ronald Keith... More ... Samantha Leigh Poss to marry Joshua Graham Parker June 30 Kenneth Poss and Mrs. Cecile Poss of Rayle announce the engagement of their daughter, Samantha Leigh, to Joshua Graham Parker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Parker of Rayle. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mrs. Newton Poss and the late Mr. Poss and the late Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Vaughn of Rayle. More ... Lauren Denard, David Bridges entertained at cookout May 19 Engaged couple Lauren Denard and David Bridges were entertained at a Luau Lawn and Garden Cookout Saturday evening, May 19, in Washington at the home of Mr. and Mrs. IV Grimaud. Joining the Grimauds in hosting the event were Mr. and Mrs. Mike Hardy, Mr. and Mrs. Don Bridges and Mr. and Mrs. Rob St... More ...
Jessica Lynn Gay, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Gay of Lawrenceville, was a year old on April 24. She was honored with a Care Bears party complete with balloons and Care Bear plush toys at her home on Sunday, April 29. Jessica also had her own "First Birthday" cake topped with a Care Bear candl... More ...
Lawrence Jack Gay, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Gay of Lawrenceville, was two years old on March 16 and celebrated the following day with a Thomas the Train party at his home. His Thomas the Train party theme was complete with balloons. More ...
Louisa Fluker Hickman of Thomson was guest speaker at the meeting of the Kettle Creek Chapter, NSDAR, Monday, May 21, at the Washington Woman's Club. Mrs. Hickman, introduced by her cousin, Ginny Broome, spoke on how to preserve material we inherit in a program entitled "Being a Packaratamuch and... More ... Adams presents bluebirds program to W-W Garden Club Celeste Adams presented a program on bluebirds at the meeting of the Washington-Wilkes Garden Club as they gathered Thursday, May 10, at the North Wilkes Library in Tignall. Mrs. Adams gave an informative and interesting presentation on how to attract bluebirds, the type of houses and their place... More ... Washington Personal Mention .. Rick Newsome and daughter, Jenna, of Springfield, Va., visited from Tuesday until Saturday with their mother and grandmother, Mrs. Marion Newsome. ..Dottie Norman visited Friday in Grayson with Ed and Hayden Norman, Kaitlin and Kindler. More ...
Addison Carter Owen, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Owen III, was one year old on May 1. On his birthday Addison was treated to a pizza dinner with his parents, brother, Lawson, and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Mathews, at his home. His cake was decorated with colorful balloons and a "1' candle o... More ...
The Xi Delta Tau Chapter, Beta Sigma Phi, met in the home of Crystal Wheatley on Monday evening, April 30. Jennifer Jackson presided and the business meeting included making plans for fundraising and local service projects. More ...
The "Town Mice" and the "Country Mice" along with a lone cat, portrayed by Alli Bennett, and a narrator, Jonathon Davidson, were showcased in "An Aesop Adventure - A Children's Musical" on May 10 at Briarwood Academy. More ...
The Washington High School Class of 1952 held its 55th year reunion at the Fitzpatrick Hotel May 19. The class has established a fund which awards a scholarship to a deserving senior at Washington- Wilkes Comprehensive High School. More ...
Joanna Katherine Delany earned a Juris Doctorate from the University of South Carolina School of Law on May 11. The commencement ceremony was held in Columbia, S.C., outdoors at the Horseshoe on the University campus. Attending the ceremony and celebrating with Joanna were Mr. and Mrs. Jack Delan... More ...
Lindley Hall is the Wilkes County recipient of the Lincoln-Wilkes Retired Educators Association (LWREA) honorarium. She submitted an essay on the topic, "The Importance of Furthering My Education." She is the daughter of Boyce and Pam Hall of Rayle and will be attending Georgia College and State ... More ...
Seven Wilkes County students were honored during the Briarwood Academy Upper Elementary School Honors Day program held Thursday, May 17, the final day of school. More ... Debargia Cofer receives degree at Ft. Valley State Debargia DeAngelo Cofer of Washington received his Bachelor of Social Work degree during the Fort Valley State University Commencement Exercises held May 5. The program was held in the Health and Physical Education Complex on the campus in Fort Valley. More ... Sheena R. Hull earns MBA from Piedmont College Sheena Renee Hull of Philomath was among 382 students receiving degrees from Piedmont College during the May Commencement held at the college in Demorest. Sheena earned a Master of Business Administration in managerial leadership. More ...
Jeffery Daniell Hansford graduated from Westminster Christian Academy in Watkinsville on Friday, May 25. He is the son of Tim and Ann Hansford of Watkinsville, formerly of Washington. A National Honor Society and Beta Club member, Jeff was an honor roll student and a member of the Optimist Club. More ... Krystal D. Bunch on President's List at ABAC Krystal D. Bunch was named to the 2007 spring term President's List at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC) in Tifton. ABAC President David Bridges said that each student on the list attained an "A" in every subject, resulting in a perfect 4.0 grade point average. The students had to carry... More ... David Hardy receives Doctor of Medicine from MCG on May 11 David Hardy of Washington- Wilkes received his Doctor of Medicine from the Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine during commencement ceremonies May 11 at the James Brown Arena in Augusta. He has completed all National Board of Medical Examiners requirements. More ... Lunch and Learn members enjoy excursion to Lin's Wok Nine members of the Rayle Lunch and Learn Club met Wednesday at the City Hall. After a short business meeting and devotional with prayer by Fran Thaxton, they carpooled to Washington where they enjoyed eating at Lin's Wok. After the blessing by Fran Thaxton everyone enjoyed a wonderful meal and c... More ... Garrett has started a new tradition by hosting barbecue Welsey Garrett of Grayson and Tignall hosted a catered barbecue at the Garrett farm in Tignall Saturday, May 19. Bo Rhodes catered the event. Wesley seems to have started a tradition of some sort as he hosted a similar event a few years ago. More ... Wilkes Health Care residents enjoy visits with family, friends Linda Garrett and Shirley Crocker visited Mrs. Sara E. Walton. ..Mrs. Clara Morague's visitors were Helen Fuller, Bertha Fuller, Vec Booker, Lara Willis, Markino Murray, Lawrence Murray, Tanika Davenport, and Betty Parks. .. More ... University names students on President's, Dean's lists The University of Georgia has announced the names of undergraduate students who were named Presidential Scholars or achieved the Dean's List for the spring semester. The Presidential Scholar designation recognizes undergraduates who have scored a perfect 4.0 grade point average during the semest... More ... |
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