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Eatonton native Abby Boatfield has been recently named the new manager of the Eatonton-Putnam County Library. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Eatonton native Abby Boatfield has been recently named the new manager of the Eatonton-Putnam County Library. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Eatonton-Putnam Library welcomes new manager

Ian Tocher
Thursday, April 27, 2023
The first time Abrielle “Abby” Boatfield visited the Eatonton-Putnam County Library, she entered as a little girl through the old entrance facing Church Street. These days, a major renovation has repurposed that same entrance into the exterior glass wall of her office as the library’s new manager.
David Chancey/File Photo

David Chancey/File Photo

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Chancey: Kindness counts, so keep it going

David Chancey
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Recently, we treated ourselves to a Chickfil- Milkshake. As we approached the drive-through window, an employee came over and handed us our milkshake. As I handed him the payment, he said, “I gotcha’! It’s taken care of. Happy Easter!
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LENA HENSLEY/Staff

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GMC, PCHS JROTC cadets complete cleanup

Lena Hensley
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Georgia Military College’s 144th Corps of Cadets, along with Putnam County High School JROTC cadets, conducted Operation Pick Up Putnam on April 15, for their 2022-2023 service-learning project.
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23rd annual Greene County Pro Rodeo ready to ride

News Staff
Thursday, April 20, 2023
The Greene County Livestock Association and the Greene County Extension are proud to present the 23rd annual Greene County Pro Rodeo put on by Bubba Oubre Rodeo Company. Mosey on down to the covered Greene County Agricultural Center Arena (1180 C. Weldon Smith Rd.
Leslie Hooton will be Georgia Writers Museum’s “Meet the Author” presenter at noon on Tuesday, May 2 (doors open at 11:30 a.m.). CONTRIBUTED

Leslie Hooton will be Georgia Writers Museum’s “Meet the Author” presenter at noon on Tuesday, May 2 (doors open at 11:30 a.m.). CONTRIBUTED

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GWM interviews Leslie Hooton

News Staff
Thursday, April 20, 2023
Leslie Hooton will be Georgia Writers Museum’s “Meet the Author” presenter at noon on Tuesday, May 2 (doors open at 11:30 a.m.). Hooton will be presenting and discussing her newest book, After Everyone Else, and signing copies afterward.
Among the attendees were Class of ‘67 member and local BSA Troop 232 Scoutmaster Willie Frank Thompkins, (with hat) and former Assistant Police Chief Leila Williams and Pledge Cannon, both of the Class of ‘59 (right). CONTRIBUTED

Among the attendees were Class of ‘67 member and local BSA Troop 232 Scoutmaster Willie Frank Thompkins, (with hat) and former Assistant Police Chief Leila Williams and Pledge Cannon, both of the Class of ‘59 (right). CONTRIBUTED

Butler-Baker alumni reminisce and raise funds

Ian Tocher
Thursday, April 20, 2023
The Butler-Baker Alumni Project, Inc. (BBAP) held its annual fundraiser on March 25, in the renovated auditorium of the decommissioned Butler-Baker school that now serves as an event center.
Plant manager at NIBCO Douglas Purnell (right seated) presents Festival Hall Director Nicole Chillemi (left seated) with a $500 sponsorship check. CONTRIBUTED

Plant manager at NIBCO Douglas Purnell (right seated) presents Festival Hall Director Nicole Chillemi (left seated) with a $500 sponsorship check. CONTRIBUTED

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NIBCO donates to Festival Hall for Jazz Legacy Project

News Staff
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Douglas Purnell, plant manager at NIBCO, a manufacturer of plastic pipe fittings in Greensboro, presented Festival Hall Director Nicole Chillemi with a $500 sponsorship check on March 28, for The Jazz Legacy Project: Art Blakey, The Father of Modern Jazz.
Seussical presented by The Plaza and The Arts Barn

Seussical presented by The Plaza and The Arts Barn

Seussical presented by The Plaza and The Arts Barn

News Staff
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
For the third year, The Plaza Arts Center and The Arts Barn are collaborating on the Summer Broadway Intensive program. Previously, the two arts-based organizations put together Once Upon a Mattress and Godspell, and this summer they will present Seussical, a fun, family-oriented musical play.
Alliance Home & Sales donates $500 to Meals on Wheels. CONTRIBUTED

Alliance Home & Sales donates $500 to Meals on Wheels. CONTRIBUTED

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Alliance makes Q1 donation to Meals on Wheels

News Staff
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Alliance Home & Land Group selected Meals on Wheels through the Greene County Senior Center for its quarterly Alliance Gives Back community charity program. This event was open to the public and everyone was encouraged to bring cleaning supply donations.
Victory Train president Theresa Kemp and Lakeside Church student pastor Nick Teal lead Lakeside Youth Group in giving back to the community. CONTRIBUTED

Victory Train president Theresa Kemp and Lakeside Church student pastor Nick Teal lead Lakeside Youth Group in giving back to the community. CONTRIBUTED

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Lakeside youth help with Victory Train mission

News Staff
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
The Lakeside Church Youth Group came out in full force on March 11, to help make educational packets for The Victory Train children. “It was an amazing day for our community,” Victory Train President and founder Theresa Kemp said.
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