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OSHM hosts Georgia architecture lecture

Lena Hensley
Thursday, June 1, 2023
As part of Historic Preservation Month, Eatonton’s Old School History Museum (OSHM) hosted a lecture on May 7, “Architecture in Georgia: A Diagnostic Sampler of Type and Style, 1800-1940.
The stands were full in support of the largest graduating class in Putnam County High School’s history. IAN TOCHER/Staff

The stands were full in support of the largest graduating class in Putnam County High School’s history. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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PCHS graduates largest-ever senior class

Arella Cash
Thursday, June 1, 2023
Putnam County High School (PCHS) celebrated its largest-ever senior class when 202 graduates were named in a ceremony May 26, at Al Reaves Field in Eatonton. PCHS Principal Dr. Andrew Cooper expressed immense pride when discussing the accomplishments of the graduates.
Petite Miss court (L-R): 2023 Petite Miss Queen Noelle Grace White; Second runner-up Stella Rose Austin; First runner-up Chyna Mapp; and Miss Congeniality Rylee Kate Woodruff. MARK TURNER/Contributed

Petite Miss court (L-R): 2023 Petite Miss Queen Noelle Grace White; Second runner-up Stella Rose Austin; First runner-up Chyna Mapp; and Miss Congeniality Rylee Kate Woodruff. MARK TURNER/Contributed

Dairy Festival queen is crowned

News Staff
Thursday, June 1, 2023
The Eatonton Service League (ESL) hosted its 62nd annual Dairy Festival Queen pageant on May 20, at The Plaza Arts Center, with more than 110 girls entering.
Nick Rosen on the piano and Kevin Smith on bass hit the right notes

Nick Rosen on the piano and Kevin Smith on bass hit the right notes

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The music, life and times of Art Blakey

Leigh Lofgren
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
As part of its Jazz Legacy Project, Greensboro’s Festival Hall presented The Music of Art Blakey last Thursday night before an appreciative, sold-out audience.
Following the fashion show, models, presenters and organizers gathered on stage from l-r: Ashley Culberson, Lisa Hanscom, Diana Arendt, Juleen DuBois, Josephine Giles, Rick Franks, Suzanne Ramsey, Melinda Spivey, Dr. Jay Spivey, Sarah Spivey, Charlotte Mosteller, Charlotte Engel, Tammy Beatty, Nellie Quiros and Cindy Falanga.

Following the fashion show, models, presenters and organizers gathered on stage from l-r: Ashley Culberson, Lisa Hanscom, Diana Arendt, Juleen DuBois, Josephine Giles, Rick Franks, Suzanne Ramsey, Melinda Spivey, Dr. Jay Spivey, Sarah Spivey, Charlotte Mosteller, Charlotte Engel, Tammy Beatty, Nellie Quiros and Cindy Falanga.

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First Call puts fashion first in May fundraiser

Leigh Lofgren
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
First Call Pregnancy Center (FCPC) held its 5th annual Spring Fashion Show Fundraiser on May 9, at Festival Hall in Greensboro. Doors opened early for shopping hosted by Spivey Jewelry & Fashion, followed by event hosts Dr. Rick Franks and Melinda Spivey kicking off the fun-filled event at 11 a.m.
Crime & Wine returns to Georgia Writers Museum

Crime & Wine returns to Georgia Writers Museum

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Crime & Wine returns to Georgia Writers Museum

Clay Bryant
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Back by popular demand, an evening of crime stories and wine tasting will return to Georgia Writers Museum (GWM) June 24, as longtime investigator and former police chief Clay Bryant will speak about his latest book, The Cold Case Murder of Fred Wilkerson.
Surrounded by friends, family and well-wishers, Anfrankina “Kina” Little (center) cuts the ribbon to officially open Kina’s Krazy Kreations, her new roadside restaurant alongside Hwy. 44 on Eatonton’s south side. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Surrounded by friends, family and well-wishers, Anfrankina “Kina” Little (center) cuts the ribbon to officially open Kina’s Krazy Kreations, her new roadside restaurant alongside Hwy. 44 on Eatonton’s south side. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Kina’s Krazy Kreations opens in Eatonton

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
It was a dream that became a reality on May 6 as Anfrankina Little staged a grand opening for Kina’s Krazy Kreations, a roadside chicken wings and burgers restaurant on the outside of the curve on Hwy. 44/South Oak Street, heading into the south end of downtown Eatonton.
Maggie Morgan’s mural at The Bright House in Baldwin County. The mural features a colorful backdrop for a variety of simple designs hand-selected to represent hope, restoration, transformation, and growth. COURTESY OF GCSU

Maggie Morgan’s mural at The Bright House in Baldwin County. The mural features a colorful backdrop for a variety of simple designs hand-selected to represent hope, restoration, transformation, and growth. COURTESY OF GCSU

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GCSU artist paints picture for Baldwin/Putnam nonprofits

Bailey Ballard
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Georgia College & State University graduate Maggie Morgan gave back to the Baldwin and Putnam communities through her senior CAPSTONE project.
Pictured left to right: Fran D’Antonio; Pastor Rob Raynor, Lake Point; Father Michael Silloway, Christ Our King and Savior; Daniel Lowery, Lakeside; Wayne Usry, Herald Journal; Kareem Farley, Ebenezer; Bob Bowling, United Methodist; Mike Polombo, Presbyterian; LT Crawford, Zion; John McMillian, Crossroads; Josh Lindsey, Wesley Chapel; Avis Williams, Bethlehem; Meg Jackson Clark, Presbyterian, Naftali Coronado, El Buen Pastor; AJ Bryant, Ark of God House of God; Jonathon Dawson, Lake Point.

Pictured left to right: Fran D’Antonio; Pastor Rob Raynor, Lake Point; Father Michael Silloway, Christ Our King and Savior; Daniel Lowery, Lakeside; Wayne Usry, Herald Journal; Kareem Farley, Ebenezer; Bob Bowling, United Methodist; Mike Polombo, Presbyterian; LT Crawford, Zion; John McMillian, Crossroads; Josh Lindsey, Wesley Chapel; Avis Williams, Bethlehem; Meg Jackson Clark, Presbyterian, Naftali Coronado, El Buen Pastor; AJ Bryant, Ark of God House of God; Jonathon Dawson, Lake Point.

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National Day of Prayer observed at Lake Point

News Staff
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
The National Day of Prayer was observed on May 4, at Lake Point Community Church in Eatonton. This marked the 71st anniversary for the nationwide event and represented the third time for Greene and Putnam counties to join in prayer.
GPG presents down-home songs at The Plaza

GPG presents down-home songs at The Plaza

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GPG presents down-home songs at The Plaza

Gordon Columbine
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Georgia was on everyone’s mind Saturday night in Eatonton, as the Atlanta-based Georgia Players Guild (GPG) presented “Sounds of Georgia,” packed with nearly two hours’ worth of famous songs from the 1950s to the ‘90s by famous Peach State bands and singers.
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