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A pane featuring a sheet of coupons for Georgia’s share of bonds sold to investors during the Confederate war effort. RUFUS ADAIR/Staff

A pane featuring a sheet of coupons for Georgia’s share of bonds sold to investors during the Confederate war effort. RUFUS ADAIR/Staff

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Confederate bonds at the Old School History Museum

Rufus Adair
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
At first glance, it looks all over the world like a large pane of funky old postage stamps. Today the pane, roughly 18 inches square, lies on a display case in the “history room” of the Old School History Museum (OSHM) in Eatonton’s Plaza Arts Center on Madison Avenue.
The Thillen Education Foundation raised $60,300 on Giving Tuesday. CONTRIBUTED

The Thillen Education Foundation raised $60,300 on Giving Tuesday. CONTRIBUTED

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TEF reaches Giving Tuesday fundraising goal

Staff Reports
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
The objective for the Thillen Education Foundation (TEF) on Giving Tuesday (Nov. 29), was to replenish $120,000 in financial assistance awarded to the first graduated class of students in the career coaching program at Greene County High School (GCHS).
Ask the Eatonton Gardenerd

Ask the Eatonton Gardenerd

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Ask the Eatonton Gardenerd

News Staff
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
“My figs (brown turkey and celeste) acted unusually this year, ripening at odd times compared to previous years … and growing mostly at the tips of the branches …” - Jim Thorne, Eatonton The last time we studied the ”primocane” fruiting habit of the amber and brown group A figs versus the...
Loran Smith, Columnist

Loran Smith, Columnist

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SMITH: New York City is back

Loran Smith
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Dating back to the mid-’70s, I was fortunate to visit this electric city at least once a year. I have never had a bad experience in New York. Until COVID, the National Football Foundation held its annual induction dinner at the Waldorf Astoria.
Taylor Surman/File Photo

Taylor Surman/File Photo

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SURMAN: Gift a piece of art this holiday season

Taylor Surman
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
The holidays are a time of giving: giving gifts, giving time, and giving a smile. Whether you’re looking for a gift for under the tree or a gift for your child’s favorite teacher, consider the arts for this giving season. A unique piece of art is priceless.
Kids make “Thankful feathers” under the guidance of instructor Nancy Marshall. As they color the feathers, they also write down things that make them feel thankful.

Kids make “Thankful feathers” under the guidance of instructor Nancy Marshall. As they color the feathers, they also write down things that make them feel thankful.

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After-school program at The Plaza offers artistic outlet

Photos & Story By Lena Hensley
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Children attending the After-School Art Program at the community center behind The Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton made Thanksgiving- and Christmas-themed crafts during November classes. This free program for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade is offered throughout the school year.
Mouthwatering Recipes to Beef Up the Holiday Menu

Mouthwatering Recipes to Beef Up the Holiday Menu

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Mouthwatering Recipes to Beef Up the Holiday Menu

News Staff
Wednesday, November 23, 2022
StteiidauJKenu FAMILY FEATURES At this year’s holiday gatherings, you can put together a showstopping menu from the beginning of the party to the final bite with mouthwatering recipes that bring guests back for more.
PCES hosts parent-student Thanksgiving lunches

PCES hosts parent-student Thanksgiving lunches

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PCES hosts parent-student Thanksgiving lunches

Photos & Story By Lena Hensley
Wednesday, November 23, 2022
Putnam County Elementary School (PCES) hosted Thanksgiving lunches for its students and their parents Nov. 15-17, with about 600 parents attending over the three-day event. Each day, one grade, third through fifth, had the cafeteria at its disposal.
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