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Rich: One is given, one is taken

Ronda Rich

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

A few years ago, a long and treasured friendship was lost. Not to death. Not then, at least. It was snatched away in a stealthy way that began with a car accident and a broken leg. The enemy, who stole from me a dear friend, looked remarkably innocent. A small, round, white.

GaFCP Regional Manager Adam Swymer tells the Putnam County audience about summer plans. LENA HENSLEY/Staff

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PCFCC reviews resource guide

Lena Hensley

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

The Putnam County Family Connection Collaborative (PCFCC) held its monthly meeting on May 3, at The Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton.

West Love (front, center) and the 478 Band capped off a day of great music at the “Peg Leg” Blues Festival on Eatonton’s City Center Stage.

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‘Peg Leg’ festival rocks downtown Eatonton

Story & Photos By Ian Tocher

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

The 2nd annual “Peg Leg” Howell BBQ and Blues Festival took over downtown Eatonton’s City Center Stage this past Saturday when several hundred music lovers enjoyed sets by five live acts, with a professional DJ keeping the crowd entertained during changeovers between bands.

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Rich: Missing a couple of good mothers

Ronda Rich

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

It is not without a stab of pain that I, sometimes, drive past a spot where once stood a hometown restaurant. Nothing remains of it, other than paved parking.

After Beast, played by Avry Shorter, is injured by wolves, Belle, played by Kenzie Nelson, cleans his paw.

PCMS hosts Beauty and the Beast Jr.

Shelby Huckaby

Thursday, May 4, 2023

Since early January, the students at Putnam County Middle School have been working hard to prepare for their upcoming shows of Disney's Beauty and the Beast Jr.

Katie Lopez helps her daughter Melanie Lopez to make a flower in a cup as Gerardo Lopez looks on, volunteer Madison Martin unravels a string, and volunteer Amy Moss watches the process.

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Plaza Arts Center celebrates May Day

Lena Hensley

Thursday, May 4, 2023

A sunny spring day dawned on April 22 with a splash of colors in front of The Plaza Arts Center by the reviving of nature and the people gathered to celebrate May Day.

Dan Chapman

GWM’s Meet the Author features reporter Dan Chapman

News Staff

Thursday, May 4, 2023

John Muir set out on foot in 1867 to explore the botanical wonders of the South, keeping a detailed journal of his adventures from Kentucky to Florida. One hundred and fifty years later, veteran Atlanta reporter Dan Chapman recreated Muir’s journey to see how nature has fared since Muir’s time.

“Missouri II” by Lisa Guyton. CONTRIBUTED

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Places Far and Near opens at MAGallery

News Staff

Thursday, May 4, 2023

Madison Artists Guild Gallery (MAGallery) is excited to welcome Atlanta artist Lisa Guyton to its gallery for her one-woman exhibition titled “Places Far and Near.” Guyton is a visual artist who grew up in Cleveland, Ohio and has called Atlanta home since 1995.

Dunn Neugebauer writes book full of life advice. CONTRIBUTED

MAGallery presents Neugebauer book signing

News Staff

Thursday, May 4, 2023

Madison Artists Guild Gallery (MAGallery) is hosting a book signing from 2-4 p.m. on April 29, for gallery author Dunn Neugebauer, in celebration of his just-released book, Voices in the Hall. Compiled of essays on high school life, the book is appropriate for all ages.

Summer Camps are back at The Plaza

News Staff

Thursday, May 4, 2023

Summer is all about vacations, time with friends and summer camps. Looking for a way to keep your child or grandchild entertained in a fun and creative way? The Plaza Arts Center has you covered! The Plaza is offering two summer camps this year.

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