Law Enforcement Hall of Fame member Sheryl McCollum will again lead GWM’s popular Crime & Wine presentation early in May. CONTRIBUTED

Helen Garcia-Carreras

A $25K donation by Publix Charities to Habitat for Humanity of Putnam County means new Habitat homeowners are one step closer to moving into a brand-new, Habitat-built house on the west side of downtown Eatonton. CONTRIBUTED

Stephen Montgomery with Fire Magic Premium Grills cooked brats, burgers, grilled fruit, pizza and more to show off one of the company’s grills. CONTRIBUTED

Marie Bostwick

Cheryl Mashack (left) and Cathi Rowe, relatives of artist Nellie Mae Rowe and both involved with the Judith Alexander Foundation, addressed several questions from film goers at The Plaza Arts Center. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Gatewood music and drama teacher Beth Mappes (standing, second from left) led a sizable crew and cast in presenting the classic “Wizard of Oz” to sold-out crowds last week at the Eatonton-based school. CONTRIBUTED

Live performances represent a big part of Oconee Performing Arts Society’s commitment to exposing local students to world-class entertainment experiences. CONTRIBUTED

Colin Cutler and Hot Pepper Jam, of GCSU’s Music Department, Sally Jaye, and special guest Rob Sumowski played throughout the day on the stage set up in front of Andalusia Farm’s Interpretive Center. Attendees brought tents, blankets, and chairs to enjoy the day's festivities. BAILEY MCCULLY/Staff

An oil painting by Flannery O’Connor of an unidentified woman featured in Andalusia’s gallery. CONTRIBUTED