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Willy Wonka, played by Timothée Chalamet , sets out on a journey to sell his chocolate to the world and establish the Wonka brand. COURETESY OF WANRT BROS. PICTURES

Willy Wonka, played by Timothée Chalamet , sets out on a journey to sell his chocolate to the world and establish the Wonka brand. COURETESY OF WANRT BROS. PICTURES

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Movie Review: Wonka

Katie Flicker
Thursday, December 28, 2023
This past weekend was about whimsical feelings and cheer, which is why my family and I went to see Wonka. Wonka is a movie showing the origins of the Wonka candy and factory that we all know.
Just one of several houses on Christmas Cove decorated with lights. BAILEY MCCULLY/Staff

Just one of several houses on Christmas Cove decorated with lights. BAILEY MCCULLY/Staff

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Santa cruises for Christmas on Sinclair

Bailey McCully
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
On a chilly night on Dec. 18, Santa set out with a group of Lake Sinclair enthusiasts to see the enchanting Christmas Cove. From singing Christmas songs to playing “I Spy” with the attendees in Christmas Cove, the journey was full of laughter, music, and holiday cheer.
Alongside Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Eatonton American Legion Auxiliary Unit 583 participated in the Georgia War Veterans Home Joy Shop, including (l-r) Secretary Alma Stokes, member Dorothy Griffen, historian Vernel Warren, President Helen Nelson and member Valerie Hurt. CONTRIBUTED

Alongside Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Eatonton American Legion Auxiliary Unit 583 participated in the Georgia War Veterans Home Joy Shop, including (l-r) Secretary Alma Stokes, member Dorothy Griffen, historian Vernel Warren, President Helen Nelson and member Valerie Hurt. CONTRIBUTED

Eatonton Legion demonstrates Christmas spirit

News Staff
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Members of American Legion Post 583 in Eatonton traveled to Milledgeville Nov. 30 to attend the Georgia War Veterans Home (GWVH) Joy Shop, considered one of the most important events of the year for American Legion Legionnaires, Sons of the Legion, and the Legion Auxiliary.
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Barnhart discusses new book at GWM event

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Noted sportswriter and college football TV personality Tony Barnhart presented his new book, The 19 of Greene: Football, Friendship, and Change in the Fall of 1970 to a packed house on Dec. 5 as the final “Meet the Author” guest of the year for the Georgia Writers Museum (GWM).
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Diamonds in the Sky provides comfort and hope

Emme Clause
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Though typically filled with joy and cheer, for those who have lost someone special in their lives the holiday season may cause feelings of grief to grow even stronger. Loss is an experience familiar to everyone in some way, and support is usually not just appreciated – but necessary.
GWM features home-state writers for Christmas

GWM features home-state writers for Christmas

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GWM features home-state writers for Christmas

News Staff
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Santa came down the chimney at Georgia Writers Museum (GWM) in Eatonton and left a stack of new items to sell for holiday gifts. Among these special treasures are several old and new books since Santa knows people love giving books for Christmas. Fayette County doctor Ferrol Sams Jr.
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