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Members of Girl Scout Troop 60516 were joined by a young man from Boy Scout Pack 34 at the VFW event last weekend in Eatonton. CONTRIBUTED

Members of Girl Scout Troop 60516 were joined by a young man from Boy Scout Pack 34 at the VFW event last weekend in Eatonton. CONTRIBUTED

Eatonton VFW recognizes community support

News Staff
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
VFW Post 6686 in Eatonton hosted a heartfelt community event on April 11 to recognize those who faithfully support local veterans through service, generosity, and everyday acts of patriotism.
The Artisans Village Guild (AVG) will host its 10th annual Eatonton One Day Paint Out on April 18, throughout downtown Eatonton. CONTRIBUTED

The Artisans Village Guild (AVG) will host its 10th annual Eatonton One Day Paint Out on April 18, throughout downtown Eatonton. CONTRIBUTED

‘Plein air’ paint out Saturday in Eatonton

News Staff
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
The Artisans Village Guild (AVG) will host its 10th annual Eatonton One Day Paint Out on April 18, throughout downtown Eatonton.
Eatonton Mayor John Reid (grey shirt) and his wife, Janie, joined Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce President Robbie King (center) in welcoming business owner Jennifer Nguyen (with scissors) to a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Sassy Nails, a full-service hand-and-foot spa now open at 117 S. Jefferson Ave. in downtown Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Eatonton Mayor John Reid (grey shirt) and his wife, Janie, joined Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce President Robbie King (center) in welcoming business owner Jennifer Nguyen (with scissors) to a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Sassy Nails, a full-service hand-and-foot spa now open at 117 S. Jefferson Ave. in downtown Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Sassy Nails brings professional polish to downtown Eatonton

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
A new family-owned nail salon has brought a fresh sense of style and ambition to downtown Eatonton, as Sassy Nails officially opened its doors last Wednesday. It marked the latest expansion for entrepreneur Jennifer Nguyen, 38, and her family's growing nail care and foot spa business.
L-R: Putnam County Habitat for Humanity Marketing and Development Manager Katherine Mahlberg, Habitat ReStore Manager Vicki Cottrell, and Executive Director Murali Thirumal are looking forward to Songwriters Night, April 18 at Briarpatch Farm in Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/Staff

L-R: Putnam County Habitat for Humanity Marketing and Development Manager Katherine Mahlberg, Habitat ReStore Manager Vicki Cottrell, and Executive Director Murali Thirumal are looking forward to Songwriters Night, April 18 at Briarpatch Farm in Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Habitat hopes to hit right note with Songwriters Night

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
With guitars, good food, and a mission to build more homes, Putnam County Habitat for Humanity (PCHFH) is gearing up for one of its most anticipated fundraisers ever: a Songwriters Night designed to bring the community together while supporting affordable housing.
Adriana Velez (center with scissors) was joined by a large throng of business colleagues and well wishers last Thursday as she officially cut the ribbon to her new Ansley R.E.Christie’s Int’l. business center in a joint ceremony co-hosted by Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce President Robbie King and Greene County Chamber of Commerce President Mika Mills (both, far right). IAN TOCHER/Staff

Adriana Velez (center with scissors) was joined by a large throng of business colleagues and well wishers last Thursday as she officially cut the ribbon to her new Ansley R.E.Christie’s Int’l. business center in a joint ceremony co-hosted by Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce President Robbie King and Greene County Chamber of Commerce President Mika Mills (both, far right). IAN TOCHER/Staff

Lake Country gets new Ansley-Christie's Int'l. business center

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Adriana Velez is fostering a growing luxury real estate presence in Lake Country by establishing a local business center under the Ansley Real Estate - Christie’s International banners, signaling both personal momentum and broader market demand.
Broadstreet Infamous founder and CEO Lorenze Tremonti (back left) is joined by cofounders Peter Allen (Chairman, back right), Mark Matuszek (President, bottom right), and Leonard Rollman (Executive VP, bottom left). CONTRIBUTED

Broadstreet Infamous founder and CEO Lorenze Tremonti (back left) is joined by cofounders Peter Allen (Chairman, back right), Mark Matuszek (President, bottom right), and Leonard Rollman (Executive VP, bottom left). CONTRIBUTED

Greensboro’s Broadstreet Infamous finds success statewide

Skyla Morris
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
After just four years of operation, Greensboro-based craft whiskey company Broadstreet Infamous has gained statewide popularity. Most recently, the Lake Country business stepped onto a bigger stage as the official craft whiskey of Gas South Arena in Duluth.
The Kinchafoonee Cowboys will bring a unique mix of country classics, Southern rock, and personal compositions to Eatonton May 2, when they take to The Plaza’s outdoor stage. CONTRIBUTED

The Kinchafoonee Cowboys will bring a unique mix of country classics, Southern rock, and personal compositions to Eatonton May 2, when they take to The Plaza’s outdoor stage. CONTRIBUTED

The Plaza presents Kinchafoonee Cowboys

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Lake Country is gearing up for a night of high-energy country music as the Kinchafoonee Cowboys will perform outdoors at The Plaza Arts Center on May 2 in Eatonton.
L-R: Habitat for Humanity of Putnam Executive Director Murali Thirumal, Tri-County EMC Communication Specialist Anna Smith, HFHP Marketing & Development Manager Katherine Mahlberg, and HFHP Board Chair Linda Moore at a check presentation last Thursday. CONTRIBUTED

L-R: Habitat for Humanity of Putnam Executive Director Murali Thirumal, Tri-County EMC Communication Specialist Anna Smith, HFHP Marketing & Development Manager Katherine Mahlberg, and HFHP Board Chair Linda Moore at a check presentation last Thursday. CONTRIBUTED

HFHP receives $10K grant from Tri-County EMC

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Habitat for Humanity of Putnam (HFHP) was awarded a $10,000 Operation Roundup grant from Tri-County EMC last month to support the construction of HFHP home No. 29.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the dynamic show begins at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $35 and $15 for students. CONTRIBUTED

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the dynamic show begins at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $35 and $15 for students. CONTRIBUTED

BOOM! Trio ft. Lahavi coming to cultural center

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
The Madison-Morgan Cultural Center presents BOOM! Trio ft. Lahavi on Saturday, April 4, at the Center’s historic auditorium. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the dynamic show begins at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $35 and $15 for students.
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