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PCHS students named to Student Advisory Council

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
State School Superintendent Richard Woods and his staff recently selected 69 Georgia students to serve on his 2023-24 Student Advisory Council (SAC). Throughout the year, these students will meet with Woods to provide feedback on the impact of state policies in the classroom.
Johnathon Barrett/File Photo

Johnathon Barrett/File Photo

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Georgia Writers Museum Interview: Johnathon Barrett

Johnathon Barrett
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Inevitably, the kitchen is the busiest room in the house during the holidays. It’s where culinary delights are concocted, and signature dishes created. Seriously, nothing says “Thanksgiving” like roasted turkey, or “Christmas” like decorated cookies.
Film director Jesse Thomas Conner will host a Q&A after the screening of his documentary Steffen Thomas: Rock & Chisel at Athen Ciné. CONTRIBUTED

Film director Jesse Thomas Conner will host a Q&A after the screening of his documentary Steffen Thomas: Rock & Chisel at Athen Ciné. CONTRIBUTED

Steffen Thomas film to show at Athens Ciné

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
The Steffen Thomas Museum of Art announced that Steffen Thomas: Rock & Chisel, a documentary on the life of noted artist Steffen Thomas, will screen at 7:45 p.m., Oct. 18 at Athens Ciné, following a 6:30 p.m. reception in the Ciné LAB.
Former Eatonton local Matt Rogers will headline the Homegrown Talent showcase. CONTRIBUTED

Former Eatonton local Matt Rogers will headline the Homegrown Talent showcase. CONTRIBUTED

Homegrown Talent showcase coming to The Plaza

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Most people know someone from where they grew up who is often hailed as a hometown “hero.” Whether it’s a politician, musician, artist or author, there are just some who stand out and go on to accomplish great things.
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Johnathan Barrett/File Photo

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GWM welcomes cookbook author

News Staff
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
With the approach of two major “eating” holidays – Thanksgiving and Christmas – opportunities abound to create and taste unique culinary delights. And who better to bring fresh ideas and tasty recipes than Johnathon Scott Barrett?
Ferst Readers’ fall fundraiser continues

Ferst Readers’ fall fundraiser continues

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Ferst Readers’ fall fundraiser continues

News Staff
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
With just a week and a half left to reach its goal of providing an age-appropriate book monthly to 500 Greene and Putnam County children, Ferst Readers of Greene and Putnam Counties is in its final push to raise $21,000 through its fall fundraiser.
Singers Rick Brantley and Emily West brought the songs of Nashville to life last Friday at Greensboro’s Festival Hall. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Singers Rick Brantley and Emily West brought the songs of Nashville to life last Friday at Greensboro’s Festival Hall. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

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OPAS opens new season with ‘Country Hits’

News Staff
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
The Oconee Performing Arts Society (OPAS) presented “Country Hits: The Songs of Nashville” Sept. 29 at Greensboro’s historic Festival Hall, marking the beginning of the organization’s 16th season.
Mark Adams, Samantha Spisak, Ashley Spisak, and Rotarian Dr. Tyler Franks pose together. CONTRIBUTED

Mark Adams, Samantha Spisak, Ashley Spisak, and Rotarian Dr. Tyler Franks pose together. CONTRIBUTED

Rotary names September students of the month

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
The Rotary Club of Greene and Putnam Counties has announced the following Students-ofthe- Month for September 2023: Samantha Spisak of Putnam County High School, Carly Cannon of Gatewood Schools, Ian Gutierrez of Greene County High School, Keerti Ahluwalia of Lake Oconee Academy, and Marisa...
GWM interview: Ann Hite

GWM interview: Ann Hite

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GWM interview: Ann Hite

Ann Hite
Thursday, September 28, 2023
There is something about ghost stories that attracts us. Though often scary, ghost stories also bring warm memories of campfire tales or reading under the covers with a flashlight.
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