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Tom Hanks and Mariana Trevino give solid performances in A Man Called Otto but can’t quite overcome the limitations of a cliché-ridden script. COLUMBIA PICTURES

Tom Hanks and Mariana Trevino give solid performances in A Man Called Otto but can’t quite overcome the limitations of a cliché-ridden script. COLUMBIA PICTURES

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The Messenger goes to the Movies

Gordon Columbine
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
The biggest challenge in sitting through A Man Called Otto is watching one of America’s most beloved public figures – the guy who took us on a whimsical journey through American history, to surviving alone on a deserted island, to a heroic landing on the Hudson River – as a miserable old coot bent...
Artist James Threalkill (right) gifts LOA CEO Dr. Ortho Tucker a mural of Tucker for the new fine arts building. CONTRIBUTED

Artist James Threalkill (right) gifts LOA CEO Dr. Ortho Tucker a mural of Tucker for the new fine arts building. CONTRIBUTED

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LOA officially opens fine arts building

Staff Reports
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Lake Oconee Academy (LOA), the Greene County Chamber of Commerce and several Greene County residents celebrated the grand opening on Jan. 12, of the Lake Oconee Academy Fine Arts building at 1021 Titan Circle in Greensboro.
Comedian Mills performing at The Plaza

Comedian Mills performing at The Plaza

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Comedian Mills performing at The Plaza

Staff Reports
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Comedian Karen Mills got her start in stand-up comedy nearly 30 years at The Punchline, a suburban comedy club north of Atlanta. Writing her own material, and telling her own jokes, she quickly advanced from opening for other comedians to standing on her own as a headliner. On Feb.
FMB representative Sheri Ezzard and PGH representative Laura Ladnier. CONTRIBUTED

FMB representative Sheri Ezzard and PGH representative Laura Ladnier. CONTRIBUTED

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PGH goes red for women’s heart health awareness

News Staff
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
The American Heart Association (AHA) has designated February as heart month, with its annual Go Red for Women campaign as its signature initiative to increase women’s heart health and awareness. Go Red for Women serves as a catalyst for heart-health-related change to improve women's lives globally.
The Doo Wop Project featured vocalists (l-r): John Michael Dias, Charl Brown, Russell Fischer, Dominic Nol_, and bass singer Alex, “from Milwaukee.”

The Doo Wop Project featured vocalists (l-r): John Michael Dias, Charl Brown, Russell Fischer, Dominic Nol_, and bass singer Alex, “from Milwaukee.”

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Doo Wop Project swings into The Plaza

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
The New York City-based Doo Wop Project played to a full house Saturday night at The Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton, treating nostalgic fans, young and old(er), to a wide array of songs from the 1940s to the present day.
Dedicated pickleball courts appear like mini tennis courts, while the rackets look like oversized ping-pong paddles. The ball itself is plastic with holes throughout, similar to what’s commonly known as a whiffle ball. Mixed doubles (shown) is a very popular team option for the socially oriented sport. CONTRIBUTED

Dedicated pickleball courts appear like mini tennis courts, while the rackets look like oversized ping-pong paddles. The ball itself is plastic with holes throughout, similar to what’s commonly known as a whiffle ball. Mixed doubles (shown) is a very popular team option for the socially oriented sport. CONTRIBUTED

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Pickleball thriving in Lake Country

Brendan Koerner
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Pickleball is one of the newest sports to take the nation by storm and finally has made its way to Lake Country. The sport is described as a mixture of tennis and badminton. It is played on a small court either indoors or outdoors.
Jude, played by Storm Reid, (left) looks at Kevin’s social media with her best friend Veena, played by Megan Suri. TEMMA HANKIN/Sony Pictures

Jude, played by Storm Reid, (left) looks at Kevin’s social media with her best friend Veena, played by Megan Suri. TEMMA HANKIN/Sony Pictures

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Movie review: Missing makes you think

Katie Flicker
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Missing is a unique mystery drama that focuses on the use of technology to retell the story of a kidnapping and estranged parent relationship.
Cannonball Adderley opens 2023 Jazz Legacy Project.

Cannonball Adderley opens 2023 Jazz Legacy Project.

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Cannonball Adderley opens 2023 Jazz Legacy Project

Staff Reports
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Festival Hall in Greensboro is presenting Cannonball Adderley, Preaching the Gospel of Jazz on Feb. 23, to open its 2023 Jazz Legacy Project. Known as the 'Country Preacher,' Adderley, a former Florida school teacher, turned into a jazz icon after he gave New York City a try.
It’s safe to say, Helton thinks Hall is special

It’s safe to say, Helton thinks Hall is special

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It’s safe to say, Helton thinks Hall is special

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
On Friday night at the Charlotte Convention Center, the NASCAR Hall of Fame honored NASCAR Vice Chairman Mike Helton, a fixture in the sport for nearly five decades, with the Landmark Award for Outstanding Contributions to NASCAR.
Warren is first photog to capture Squier-Hall

Warren is first photog to capture Squier-Hall

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Warren is first photog to capture Squier-Hall

News Staff
Thursday, January 26, 2023
On Friday night at the Charlotte Convention Center, the NASCAR Hall of Fame honored the late T. Taylor Warren, who became the first photojournalist to receive the Squier-Hall Award for NASCAR Media Excellence.
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