Nicholas Crago (center), currently serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Kearsarge out of Norfolk,Virginia, was recently named Sailor of the Year and was presented with a plaque by Commanding OfficerCaptain James Gregorski (right).
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Hannah McTier has been declared the Wilkes County School System's spelling bee winner. Competition for the finalists was held in the Washington-Wilkes Comprehensive High School Media Center. Hope Ward was the runner-up. More...
The next community blood drive sponsored by the Wills Memorial Hospital Auxiliary with Shepeard Community Blood Center will be held on Thursday, February 21, in the fellowship hall of the First United Methodist Church, Washington. More...
LEGISLATIVE REPORT - 24th DISTRICT
By Sen. Bil Jackson Georgia District 24
We have reached the end of the third week in this year's legislative session, which is well underway with the pace rapidly increasing. More...
THE ACADEMIC CORNER
What does it mean to be a "good citizen"? Boys and girls at W-WPS know! They understand that good citizenship means showing responsibility, sharing, helping others, and being honest. More...
This beautiful chocolate Labrador Retriever is young, spayed, vaccinated, and would be an excellent pet. Call the Washington-Wilkes Animal Shelter at 706-678-CATS to adopt or for more information. Anti-freeze is highly toxic. More...
Historic New Ford Baptist Church will celebrate its annual Black History Program on Sunday, February 10, 2008, beginning at 2 p.m. The guest speaker will be Dr. Tegga Lendado, PhD., a native Ethiopian Christian minister, educator and missionary. More...
The Washington Lions Club will have a Sunday dinner at the clubhouse on Spring Street on Sunday, March 2. The menu will include roast beef, rice and gravy, green beans, salad, dessert, and other items. Cost is $6.00 per plate. More...
Margie Burke (right), an organizer for the Wilkes County Relay for Life, too materials, information, and giveaways to the Washington Rotary Club when she spoke at its regular meeting on Thursday, January 31. More...
The Friends of the Mary Willis Library annual membership meeting will be held on Thursday, February 14, at 3 p.m., in the meeting room of the library. The program will highlight literature for children. More...
Congressman Paul Broun is cosponsoring the "Economic Growth Act of 2008," legislation that is offered in response to concerns that current economic policies are not sufficiently tailored to meet the needs of America's economy. More...
Severe Weather Awareness Week in Georgia is February 3-9, and Insurance Commissioner John Oxendine is reminding homeowners of some important insurance tips to protect their property from tornadoes, flooding, and other weatherrelated hazards. More...
By Bonnie Boatwright Call 274-3264
I am still under the weather after two weeks of the fluand cold. J.W. started with it one week before I did and he still is not over it. More...
By PRISCILLA MAXWELL Please call 706-678-7657
Phillips Mill Baptist Church gave recognition and special presentations to Priscilla Maxwell and Henry McAvoy Sunday morning, February 3, during the worship service. More...
Guests of Mrs. Gertrude Tyler were Donnie Echols, Doris Willis, and Julia Gartrell. . Visitors of Henry Butler and William Avery were Sarah Avery, Jennifer Bells, Julia Gartrell, and Doris Willis. .Mrs. More...
By CAROLYN GAMMON Please call 706-285-2736
I have decided that Super Bowl Sunday is just another excuse to stuff one's face. I hope you ate lots of that healthy chocolate that all magazines are reporting is so good for you now. More...
The North Wilkes Library is celebrating Black History Month with a display of books, illustrations and articles on African-American subjects. Originally established as Negro History Week in 1926 by Carter G. More...
By KIP BURKE news editor
The Washington-Wilkes Chamber of Commerce is holding its annual Membership Drive and urgently needs everyone interested in economic development and the growth of jobs in Wilkes County to join. More...
GED tests will be given in Washington on February 20 and 21 in the fellowship hall of the First United Methodist Church. Early signup, which is mandatory, will be Wednesday, February 13, at 6 p.m. More...
Rayle firefighters and first responders, along with Washington firefighters, pull burning bedding from a home on Pineland Drive off Courtground Road in Rayle Monday night. More...
