Lisa Franklin of Washington (left) was the recipient of $500 last week from Blake Thompson of TJ and Friends Foundation - TJandFriendsFoundation. com.
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Applications will be received on November 13 and 14 for anyone interested in participating in the Low Income Energy Assistance program in Wilkes County. The program is to assist in paying utility bills. More...
On Wednesday, October 29, FCCLA members delivered Halloween trickor treat bags to local A-STAR sites and gave children safety tips to keep in mind while trick or treating. More...
Teachers partnering with UGA; 'Career Explorations Day' planned
Math and science teachers have been taking part in the Math-Science Partnership with the University of Georgia (UGA) to build their content knowledge. The middle school has participated in this federal grant program since last year. Dr. More...
Genevieve Coe of Washington joined 45 other CSRA students for the Augusta State University Conservatory Honors String Jamboree Saturday, October 18, at the Maxwell Theater for the Performing Arts. More...
On Friday, December 19, the Wilkes County Community Partnership (WCCP) will host "Career Explorations Day: Fields of Opportunity" for grades 6-9 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Washington-Wilkes Middle/ High School Gymnasium. More...
Mark your calendars to spend a leisurely fun few hours each day of the weekend November 14-16 on "The Art Ramble" and discover a whole new world. Every stop offers different art forms and you can watch artists demonstrate their unique crafts. More...
This cute black and white cat is a sweet cat that needs a loving home. She is spayed and vaccinated. The price now is only $10.00 for the Washington-Wilkes Animal Shelter's house cats. More...
Tignall Baptist Church is looking forward to homecoming Sunday, November 16. The church will be celebrating its 110th year anniversary. Everyone is invited to attend, including former members, relatives of members, and friends. More...
After a long two years, writer is back at home and grateful for prayers
By PRISCILLA MAXWELL Please call 706-678-7657
I would like to start off with a big Thank You for your prayers and loving concern not only for myself (Priscilla) but also for Morrison, and all the encouragement and offering to help the children out. More...
By SAMILLE SHERRER Please call 706-678-7363
There has been so much sickness around. People have colds and flu and sinus problems. So far we haven't been sick and we are thankful. More...
By SHERRY W. NEWSOME Please call 706-678-2898
Last Wednesday, G.B. and I took a trip to the mountains of North Georgia and North Carolina. The scenery was beautiful -- about the prettiest I can remember seeing. It was a good trip and a fun day. We got home about 10:30 p.m. and I was tired. More...
Christmas at Callaway Plantation will be held this year on Friday, December 12, from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. The Plantation is located five miles west of Washington on Highway 78 across from the Washington-Wilkes Airport. More...
Jeff Paul of the Rayle Electric Membership Corporation was the guest speaker at the regular meeting of the Washington Kiwanis Club on Tuesday, November 11. More...
Local Washington artists Laura Connely Sleighter, Katherine Stolz Barber, and Johnny Mills feature in the new exhibit and sale of art at Art Gallery La Place on the Square. More...
National Native American Heritage Month will be celebrated at the Mary Willis Library on Friday, November 28, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and Saturday, November 29, from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. More...
The Wills Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will sponsor its second annual "Christmas Tree of Love" by receiving donations in memory of and in honor of loved ones to light the evergreen tree on the courthouse lawn. More...
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