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Dr. Oliver returned to his hometown of Eatonton to o_er his talent to the community that helped him achieve his dream of becoming a dentist. BAILEY BALLARD/Staff

Dr. Oliver returned to his hometown of Eatonton to o_er his talent to the community that helped him achieve his dream of becoming a dentist. BAILEY BALLARD/Staff

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Most Valuable Smiles opens in downtown Eatonton

Bailey Ballard
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Most Valuable Smiles recently opened in downtown Eatonton (122 W. Marion St.), where dentist Dr. Willie Oliver achieved his goal of returning to his hometown in order to benefit the community that raised him.
CRNA Dan A. Barlett receives the 36th Alice Magaw Outstanding Clinical Anesthesia Practitioner Award. CONTRIBUTED

CRNA Dan A. Barlett receives the 36th Alice Magaw Outstanding Clinical Anesthesia Practitioner Award. CONTRIBUTED

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St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital nurse anesthetist receives national honor

News Staff
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology recently presented Dan A. Bartlett, a certified registered nurse anesthetist, at St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital, with the 36th Alice Magaw Outstanding Clinical Anesthesia Practitioner Award.
From the Lake Oconee Elks Lodge class of 2022 (left to right): Gabrielle Gruszynski, Idill Ertuk, Frank Rowan (scholarship chairman), Bhumi Sukha, Kyle Beasley and Ally Blythe. CONTRIBUTED

From the Lake Oconee Elks Lodge class of 2022 (left to right): Gabrielle Gruszynski, Idill Ertuk, Frank Rowan (scholarship chairman), Bhumi Sukha, Kyle Beasley and Ally Blythe. CONTRIBUTED

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Lake Oconee Elks announce Most Valuable Student scholarships

News Staff
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
School may have just started, but it is already time for high school seniors to apply for college scholarships, and Lake Oconee Elks Lodge No. 2849 has announced the Elks National Foundation has kicked off its 2023 Most Valuable Student (MVS) scholarship contest.
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BUSINESS UPDATE

News Staff
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Lake Oconee boasts a thriving, active community. From world renowned golf courses to its miles of stunning waterfronts, there’s an abundance of opportunities to enjoy the best of central Georgia. But joint aches and pains can keep some from fully loving the lake life.
James K. Pressley Pressley Outdoors

James K. Pressley Pressley Outdoors

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Dove hunts in flip-flops

News Staff
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
“The South smells of red cedar and red dirt… She tastes of Gulf shrimp and coarse-ground grits. She sounds like shotshells at a Saturday dove shoot and is seen through live oak boughs draped with Spanish moss. The South moves slowly enough to be known.
Lance McCurley Reporter

Lance McCurley Reporter

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Let’s talk about Stetson Bennett

News Staff
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett is living the dream. I envy him because he accomplished something that hadn’t occurred in a long time, which was helping bring a national title back to Athens. It was a magical season. I grew up with the same dream, but obviously, I am here writing about him.
New look Junior Tour golf visits Lake Country

New look Junior Tour golf visits Lake Country

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New look Junior Tour golf visits Lake Country

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
The Middle Georgia division of the Junior Tour powered by Under Armour, a golf league for players of all skill levels aged 6-18, will feature two Lake Country stops this fall: Nov. 6, at The Club at Lake Sinclair, near Milledgeville, and Dec. 4, at Great Waters Golf Club at Reynolds Lake Oconee.
A SENSATIONALLY SIMPLE SIDE DISH When you’re looking for a delicious and nutritious side dish to complement any meal, look no further than this Fingerling Potato Salad. Made with nutrientrich Wisconsin Potatoes and topped with a lemon dressing, this simple potato side packs plenty of flavor. Find more potato recipes at eatwisconsinpotatoes.com.

A SENSATIONALLY SIMPLE SIDE DISH When you’re looking for a delicious and nutritious side dish to complement any meal, look no further than this Fingerling Potato Salad. Made with nutrientrich Wisconsin Potatoes and topped with a lemon dressing, this simple potato side packs plenty of flavor. Find more potato recipes at eatwisconsinpotatoes.com.

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A SENSATIONALLY SIMPLE SIDE DISH

News Staff
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
1/3 cup chopped fresh dill salt, to taste 2 cups baby arugula In large pot of boiling, salted water, cook potatoes until just tender when pierced with fork, about 15 minutes. Drain and cool slightly. Slice one lemon into 1/8-inch-thick rounds.
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