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Greene County residents Dana and Dr. Pablo Santamaria (center, with scissors and bow) opened InMotion Wellness initially based on Pablo’s exposure to the benefits of targeted, assisted stretching after undergoing an operation to correct a painful back condition. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Greene County residents Dana and Dr. Pablo Santamaria (center, with scissors and bow) opened InMotion Wellness initially based on Pablo’s exposure to the benefits of targeted, assisted stretching after undergoing an operation to correct a painful back condition. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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InMotion Wellness Studio stretches for success

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Just a few weeks after opening its doors in Lake Country, InMotion Wellness Studio is already seeing strong demand for its assisted stretching therapy and recovery services.InMotion Wellness is owned by Greene County residents Dana and Dr.
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The Dairy Festival returns next month

News Staff
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
The Dairy Festival returns to Eatonton on June 6, with its first official event beginning at 7:30 a.m. with a 5K Race and Fun Run sponsored by the Eatonton Service League.By 9 a.m., dozens of arts, crafts, and food vendors, plus children’s activities, will be open around the Courthouse square.
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Summer camp fun for young artists at The Plaza

News Staff
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Families looking for enriching summer activities for children and teens will find a wide range of creative opportunities this summer at The Plaza Arts Center in downtown Eatonton.First up is Camp Broadway, held June 1-5 in partnership with The Arts Barn.
Lynne Cullen

Lynne Cullen

GWM to welcome back bestselling author Cullen

News Staff
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Lynne Cullen’s When We Were Brilliant masterfully captures the profound friendship between film superstar Marilyn Monroe and documentary photographer Eve Arnold.This biographical novel offers a tribute to female ambition, raw authenticity and the shared pursuit of lasting historical impact.
Bagpipers and drummers play outside as attendees arrive to First Presbyterian Church in Greensboro for Scottish Heritage Day. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Bagpipers and drummers play outside as attendees arrive to First Presbyterian Church in Greensboro for Scottish Heritage Day. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

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Greensboro’s First Presbyterian hosts Scottish Heritage Day

Leigh Lofgren
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Scottish Heritage Day at Greensboro’s First Presbyterian Church (GFPC) was well attended on Sunday by parishioners and special guests, including Greene County Sheriff Donnie Harrison.
The Jazz Legacy Project opens with “Bourbon Street Parade.” LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

The Jazz Legacy Project opens with “Bourbon Street Parade.” LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

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Jazz Legacy Project presents music of Louis Armstrong

Leigh Lofgren
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
The Jazz Legacy Project (JLP) returned to Greensboro’s historic Festival Hall on May 14, with a tribute concert celebrating the music and life of jazz legend Louis Armstrong.
Last year’s OPAS Memorial Day Weekend Concert at The Farm at Oconee attracted a sold-out crowd, making tickets a hot commodity in Lake Country. CONTRIBUTED

Last year’s OPAS Memorial Day Weekend Concert at The Farm at Oconee attracted a sold-out crowd, making tickets a hot commodity in Lake Country. CONTRIBUTED

OPAS Memorial Day concert kicks off summer

News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
The Oconee Performing Arts Society (OPAS) will kick off summer in unforgettable Lake Country style with its annual OPAS Memorial Day Weekend Concert at The Farm at Oconee (1140 Oconee Heights Lane, Greensboro). Scheduled for Saturday, May 23, music begins at 8 p.m.
Guests at the inaugural Hats, Horses & Helping Hands Derby fundraiser to benefit Neighbors Helping Neighbors arrived in their Derby best, sporting colorful hats and seersucker suits while sipping traditional mint juleps at Putnam County’s Lake Oconee Equestrian Center. CONTRIBUTED

Guests at the inaugural Hats, Horses & Helping Hands Derby fundraiser to benefit Neighbors Helping Neighbors arrived in their Derby best, sporting colorful hats and seersucker suits while sipping traditional mint juleps at Putnam County’s Lake Oconee Equestrian Center. CONTRIBUTED

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NHN Derby-themed fundraiser raises record support

News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
More than 200 guests congregated on May 2 for the inaugural Hats, Horses & Helping Hands Derby fundraiser to benefit Neighbors Helping Neighbors (NHN), presented by Synovus at Lake Oconee Equestrian in Eatonton.
Mixtape has performed at historic theaters, festivals, performing arts centers, and major events nationwide. CONTRIBUTED

Mixtape has performed at historic theaters, festivals, performing arts centers, and major events nationwide. CONTRIBUTED

Moonlight on Main returns to Greensboro

News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Downtown Greensboro is kicking off the summer in a big way with its first Moonlight on Main concert of the season this Friday at 7 p.m., when Mixtape takes the stage in front of Festival Hall.
Eatonton’s Jim Marshall (right) accepted a commemorative wall clock upon retiring after more than 40 years as a board member for the Georgia Association for Volunteer Administration. CONTRIBUTED

Eatonton’s Jim Marshall (right) accepted a commemorative wall clock upon retiring after more than 40 years as a board member for the Georgia Association for Volunteer Administration. CONTRIBUTED

James P. Marshall Jr. announces retirement from GAVA Board

News Staff
Thursday, May 7, 2026
The Georgia Association for Volunteer Administration today announced the retirement of longtime board member, treasurer and founding member James P. Marshall Jr.
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