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Georgia State Senator-elect from District 24, Bill Jackson, was the guest speaker at the regular meeting of the Washington Kiwanis Club on Tuesday, November 13. Jackson, who takes his senatorial seat in January 2008, presented a very stirring presentation regarding the value in liberty of American a... More ... Handel's 'Messiah' set for Nov. 25 at 1st Baptist Church Washington The Washington Chorale, directed by Shirley Gunter and made up of 42 Wilkes County singers, is rehearsing for the presentation of Handel's oratorio, Messiah, to be presented on Sunday evening, November 25, at 8 p.m. at the First Baptist Church. More ... Callaway Plantation sets Christmas event for Fri., December 7 Christmas At Callaway Plantation will be held Friday, December 7, from 4 to 8 p.m. All the rooms in the Brick House, Log Cabin, Country Store, Dally Cabin, Gilmer House and the Weaving and Ironing House will be featuring period decorations and will be open for visitors. More ... Kiwanis Christmas wreath sale begins downtown Tuesday at 2 Following a tradition established eight years ago, the Kiwanis Club of Washington is again selling decorated Christmas wreaths to benefit the youth of Washington-Wilkes. The wreaths of Frazer firwere prepared in Cashiers, N.C. More ... Episcopal bazaar to be held Dec. 1 beginning at 10:30 The Episcopal Church of the Mediator will once again be the scene for the Bazaar and Christmas luncheon produced by the Women of the Church (and some of the men.) The event will be held on Saturday, December 1, with the Bazaar opening at 10:30 a.m. and lunch service beginning at 11:30. More ... GSP investigates 9 traffic crashes here in October State Troopers from the Washington Post of the Georgia State Patrol investigated nine traffic crashes during the month of October in Wilkes County. Sergeant First Class Derrick Durden said troopers from Post 17 also issued 114 traffic citations in the county during the month. More ...
In a tremendous show of love and support, the students and staff at WWCHS have planned and are carrying out many activities in support of Chris Charping. Chris was recently diagnosed with leukemia and is hospitalized at MCG for treatment. More ...
Krystal Bunch of Tignall will compete for the title of Ms. ABAC (Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College) at the 39th annual contest on November 20 at the college. Krystal is an agricultural transfer major from Tignall and is sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa. More ... Walker and Wright recognized at ACS for achievement Two students from Wilkes County have been recognized at Athens Christian School for their academic achievement during the first quarter of the 2007-2008 school year. Taylor Walker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Walker of Rayle, a fifth grade students, has been named to the headmaster's list for maki... More ...
Troy Colvard, a student at Washington Wilkes Comprehensive High School, has been named a Commended Student in the 2008 National Merit Scholarship Program. Announcement was made by W-WCHS Principal Steve Echols. More ... THE ACADEMIC CORNER New Year, New Way ... New Results The motto for this school year at Washington Wilkes Middle School is "Standards-based Learning: A New Year, A New Way…with New Results." In order to maintain a high standard of academic excellence, WWMS has administered the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS) this week. The test was administer... More ...
The Washington Church of God will sponsor a Life Line Screening on Thursday, November 29, at the church. Pre-registration is required. Call 1-800-3324-1851. Four tests will be given in less than an hour. . More ...
By KIP BURKE news editor With the season of Thanksgiving and Christmas coming, neighbors who wish to help their neighbors have plenty of opportunities in Wilkes County this year. Children are always first in the heart at Christmas time, and local annual programs are providing gifts for hundreds of children - here and ar... More ... Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner set for Thurs., Nov. 29, at Pope Center The Washington-Wilkes Chamber of Commerce is holding its Annual Awards Dinner November 29 to honor the Wilkes County citizens, businesses, and volunteers that made a difference in 2007. The annual dinner will be held at The Pope Center Thursday evening, November 29 from 6:30-9 p.m. The Chamber r... More ...
Gene and Linda Stevens receive a check from Jerry Hackney Sr. for $3,741 raised during a barbeque chicken dinner held to help the family last weekend. Linda is undergoing treatment for lung cancer. "Some good people made donations, and Terry's IGA, BiLo and Big Chick donated food, and we appreciate ... More ... Washington's water use ordinance bans outdoor use with exceptions The new Washington city ordinance restricting water use completely bans all outdoor water use by home owners and tenants. That means no watering lawns by hand or by irrigation, and no washing of personal vehicles. The new law does not apply to the irrigation of personal food gardens, the re-use ... More ...
Wilkes County principals, assistant principals, and Teachers of the Year pitched in Monday night working at Washington McDonalds and raised more than $500 for the Ronald McDonald House in Augusta. "This is wonderful," said Ronald McDonald House Director Betts Murdison. "Thank you to the educators an... More ...
This beautiful Setter-mix dog is affectionate, even-tempered, and would be a good companion or family dog. She is spayed and vaccinated. If you need to change your dog or cat's diet, do it gradually over a week's time. Mix some of the old food with the new food. Abrupt changes can cause indigest... More ...
A Washington man survived a short flight and a hard landing in his Cadillac last week after losing control of his car on the Greensboro Highway just south of Washington. Georgia State Patrol Trooper William Starling cited Perry Moore for speeding after the car he was driving left the road and hit a ... More ... Annual Washington Optimist Club auction, BBQ to be held Thursday evening at VFW Post 5899 The annual Optimist Club Friend of Youth Auction and Barbecue will be held today, Thursday, November 15, at the VFW Post 5899 home on Andrew Drive in Washington. Frank Bentley will be preparing his always-delicious barbecued pork, Brunswick stew, and all the trimmings. Plates will be available fo... More ...
Dr. Lester Johnston of MedLink Washington spoke to a recent Wills Memorial Hospital Lunch and Learn on the topic of Restless Leg Syndrome. "Several of the participants have this medical problem," said Pat Niemann, "so it was very good to have updated information." Sissy Murray and her staff provided... More ...
Guillaume and Sokun Slama cut the ceremonial ribbon Friday night to officially open Down Under Seafood - Steakhouse in the Fitzpatrick Hotel. Friends, fellow Downtown merchants, and Chamber of Commerce members joined the Slamas in celebrating the opening of the restaurant. More ...
Kiwanis President Bes Moore presents $400 to David Toburen for the 2007 Community Angel Tree Project at last week's club meeting. "Angels" are available for selection from the Christmas tree display in the entry hall of the First United Methodist Church on Spring Street. Call the church for more i... More ... Photos with Santa offered on Square next Tuesday night Members of the Xi Delta Tau chapter of Beta Sigma Phi will be making pictures of children with Santa Claus during the Downtown Candlelight Shopping on Tuesday, November 20. Santa's headquarters will be the Verizon store on the northwest corner of The Square. Parents are invited to bring their chi... More ... Picking and singing set for Metasville Thanksgiving night A picking and singing Thanksgiving festival will be held at the Metasville School House on Thanksgiving night, November 22, at 7 p.m. The program will feature Elizabeth (Lizzie) Long, Little Roy Lewis, and Friends, with a variety of music, including gospel and bluegrass. More ... Airman E.D. Milton graduates from USAF basic training Air Force Airman 1st Class Elexcese D. Milton has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. More ... Hospital Auxiliary, Foundation to give away pearls in benefit Six strands of beautiful Asian pearls, including one strand with earrings, were generously donated to the Wills Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and Foundation to benefit the hospital. More ...
The Wills Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is sponsoring its first annual Christmas Tree of Love this month. "We're starting a new tradition," says Pat Niemann on behalf of the Auxiliary. More ...
On September 1, 1992, Co E, 1/122nd Infantry (TLAT) Battalion, was deactivated. Some members of that unit chose to retire, others chose to continue their military careers, but through it all, most of them kept in touch and after a brief meeting among a few they decided to have an old Echo Co (TLAT... More ... Wilkes Health Care residents enjoy visits with family, friends Visiting Allen Thurmond were Arthur Graves, Laura Houpt, Mabel Johnson, Rosalyn Adams, John Beggs, and D.W. Dunn. .Marie Smalley and Alma Amason visited Mrs. Annie Kate Norman. .Guests of Mrs. Bernice McAvoy were Gail Galbreath, Ronnie McAvoy, Joyce Blackburn, Marion Poss, Michelle Silvey, Breanna... More ... Harper's Personal Care residents enjoy visiting with family, friends Josephine Smith and Faye Bufford went on an outing. Josephine visited her sisters, Janice and Jackie. .Doris Rhodes visited Mrs. Lois Flynt. Mrs. Flynt went out to eat with her family and enjoyed a visit with them afterwards. Mrs. Flynt went sightseeing with her granddaughter, Laura Cleveland. .Sa... More ...
The First Baptist Church Pre-K enjoyed Halloween by visiting Kermit's Hair Salon, Wilkes Health Care, and Washington Manor. They enjoyed a costume parade and ended the day with a party in the fellowship hall at the church. Pictured here at Wilkes Health Care are (back row, l-r) Mary Kathryn Mack, Mi... More ...
By PRISCILLA MAXWELL Please call 706-678-7657 Phillips Mill Baptist Church was happy to have a special deacon ordination service Sunday morning, November 11, for Kenneth Byrd. Family members present included his wife Maria and their children; their parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Richard Byrd and Mrs. Mary Louise Pless of Rayle. More ...
By SAMILLE SHERRER Please call 706-678-7363 Sunday was a beautiful day. I hope everyone paused long enough to say a prayer thanking God for all the veterans who have served in the armed forces and those who are still serving our country for our freedom. .Sunday was also my oldest son, Edward Branham's birthday. I called him that night to wi... More ...
By CAROLYN GAMMON Please call 706-285-2736 It really is difficultto change gears between holidays since they speed by so fast. I was buying Halloween candy one day and the next day I heard Christmas carols and saw Christmas decorations out. What happened to Thanksgiving? And I haven't gotten over the time change yet. I saw where London is ... More ... Christopher Tate to play pro ball with Evansville Otters Christopher A. Tate, son of Cheryl and George Tate of Augusta; grandson of Henry (Mac) and Ida Andrews of Tignall, and Azalee Tate and the late Tommy Tate; great-grandson of Cora Andrews and the late Charlie Andrews, and of Hattie H. Hill and the late Reece Hill, dreamed of playing professional ba... More ...
By Bonnie Boatwright Call 274-3264 The Kesler family of Nicholson will be in concert at Pentecost Chapel Sunday, November 18, at 6 p.m. This is a popular singing group and you will not want to miss them. Turn right onto the Stevens Grove Road at Hogan's Store halfway between Rayle and Lexington, go about a mile to the church. Rev. ... More ... Dedication of shoeboxes held at Sardis Baptist Church Sun. Sardis Baptist Church continues to have many special activities and services at the church. Rev. Jim Newsome, the church's new pastor, brought an inspiring message Sunday morning on "No One Ever Cared for Me Like Jesus," from March 1:40-2:12. The beautiful singing of hymns was led by Monica Gunte... More ... |
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