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Located at 113 S. Jefferson Ave., Goldie & Co. Boutique/Embroidery is the latest addition to Eatonton’s increasingly active downtown retail community. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Located at 113 S. Jefferson Ave., Goldie & Co. Boutique/Embroidery is the latest addition to Eatonton’s increasingly active downtown retail community. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Fashion dream comes true in Eatonton

Gordon Columbine
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Twenty-year-old Colby Fournier followed her dream and recently held a grand opening for Goldie & Co., her new women’s fashion store in downtown Eatonton.
All wearing black to reflect the ink they prefer to use, members of the Putnam County Charter School System finance department (l-r) Tammy Kilgore, Nichole Crawford, Suzie Davis, Randy Pate, Judy Jones, and Coretta Harris attended Monday’s school board meeting, where they were recognized and thanked for their diligence and dedication. IAN TOCHER/Staff

All wearing black to reflect the ink they prefer to use, members of the Putnam County Charter School System finance department (l-r) Tammy Kilgore, Nichole Crawford, Suzie Davis, Randy Pate, Judy Jones, and Coretta Harris attended Monday’s school board meeting, where they were recognized and thanked for their diligence and dedication. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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PCCSS finance department recognized for excellence

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
A few months back, the finance department of the Putnam County Charter School System (PCCSS) received an award for its work from the Association of School Business Officials International.
Lisa Green speaks to the group about possible signs of a heart attack. CONTRIBUTED

Lisa Green speaks to the group about possible signs of a heart attack. CONTRIBUTED

‘Heart & Art’ at PGH raises heart-health awareness

News Staff
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Putnam General Hospital, with support from The Artisans Village Guild of Eatonton, hosted the 8th annual Heart & Art event on Feb. 23, in support of the American Heart Association's “Go Red for Women” campaign. Aimed at promoting heart disease prevention and stroke awareness in women, Dr.
Gatewood High School’s STAR Student Saige Nobis (left center) stands with her parents and chosen teacher Robin Allen-Peters (left). CONTRIBUTED

Gatewood High School’s STAR Student Saige Nobis (left center) stands with her parents and chosen teacher Robin Allen-Peters (left). CONTRIBUTED

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Kiwanis recognize STAR students and teachers

News Staff
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
The Kiwanis Club of Eatonton recently announced that Kai Trott of Putnam County High School and Gatewood High School’s Saige Nobis have been recognized as STAR students. Additionally, Kai was named the countywide winner for having the highest SAT score in Putnam County.
L-R back row: Suzanne Vest, Robin Cassidy, and Diane Shinneman and in the front row (l-r): Sandy Young, Kathy Wardlaw, and Valerie Padgett. CONTRIBUTED

L-R back row: Suzanne Vest, Robin Cassidy, and Diane Shinneman and in the front row (l-r): Sandy Young, Kathy Wardlaw, and Valerie Padgett. CONTRIBUTED

PAPA reveals ‘Steel Magnolias’ cast

News Staff
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
The Plaza Alliance for the Performing Arts (PAPA) has announced its cast for its upcoming production of the play Steel Magnolias, in April at the Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton.
Chairperson Linda Elkins said the kids’ Fun Run is always one of her favorite moments of the annual Ferst Readers’ Seuss on the Loose event at Putnam County Primary School. CONTRIBUTED

Chairperson Linda Elkins said the kids’ Fun Run is always one of her favorite moments of the annual Ferst Readers’ Seuss on the Loose event at Putnam County Primary School. CONTRIBUTED

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Seuss was loose in Eatonton for 10th time

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Dozens of families and nearly a hundred kids enjoyed Ferst Readers’ 10th annual Seuss on the Loose event Saturday morning at Putnam County Primary School.
GWM hosting women-only writers’ workshop

GWM hosting women-only writers’ workshop

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GWM hosting women-only writers’ workshop

News Staff
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Ever watched a dog unleashed? She’s unfettered and unencumbered; free to follow her nose from one beckoning scent to another, running in a jagged line, constantly turning to what’s most interesting. Now, imagine writing with that same spirit of abandon.
The Jazz Legacy Series at Greensboro’s Festival Hall, hosted by drummer and bandleader Justin Varnes, presents stories about and interpretations of music by some of the biggest stars of American jazz. CONTRIBUTED

The Jazz Legacy Series at Greensboro’s Festival Hall, hosted by drummer and bandleader Justin Varnes, presents stories about and interpretations of music by some of the biggest stars of American jazz. CONTRIBUTED

Purchase complete Jazz Legacy Series tickets now

News Staff
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Festival Hall in Greensboro is offering discounted rates for the three remaining shows of its Jazz Legacy Series this year, available as a package online at festivalhallga.com only until March 22.
A Place for Solitude by Tom Gonzalez CONTRIBUTED

A Place for Solitude by Tom Gonzalez CONTRIBUTED

Cuban illustrator exhibits at MAGallery in Madison

News Staff
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
MAGallery in Madison has brought back award-winning illustrator Thomas Gonzalez for a vibrant show that celebrates springtime in the South, meaning hummingbirds, flowers, gardens, greenery, water, and lots of color.
Good friends, good cigars, and good times were all part of the experience at the inaugural Leadership Putnam Charity Golf Tournament. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Good friends, good cigars, and good times were all part of the experience at the inaugural Leadership Putnam Charity Golf Tournament. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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LP golf tourney benefits Putnam County

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
No doubt a cliché, but a good time was had by all.
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