Warnock wows Eatonton with campaign stop

Seating was in short supply Aug. 18, at Eatonton’s tiny and tidy Ebenezer Baptist Church, where Dr. Raphael Warnock, the junior United States senator from Georgia, addressed a receptive and enthusiastic crowd of about 140 locals. “I like it here.

Putnam woman arrested for stealing from Milledgeville Housing Authority

A Putnam County woman is facing federal charges after she was arrested last week for allegedly stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from the Milledgeville Housing Authority, according to authorities. Jennifer Kay Smith was arrested Thursday, Aug.

EPWSA dealing with big leaks, big bills

If homeowners fret over what a leaky faucet or dripping toilet might do to their water bills, larger entities sometimes have bigger problems – and bigger bills. Representatives of two such local entities spoke at last week’s meeting of the Eatonton-Putnam Water and Sewer Authority board.

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Sign of the Times

Lake Sinclair resident Greg Parker hosted Aquapalooza 2022, a free afternoon of live music, boats, beer and beautiful weather. Three bands played Aug.

CORRECTION: Board of Elections, Patten

A story in last week’s Messenger about the resignation of Putnam County Elections Supervisor Lynne Laseter incorrectly stated the chairman of the five-member board of elections, Charles Patten, also served as chairman of the county’s Republican Party.

USDA explains help available to Georgia livestock farmers

USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director Arthur Tripp recently visited with members of the South Georgia Black Cattlemen’s Association.

Welcoming Joint Regeneration of Lake Oconee to Harmony Crossing

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.

Ask the Eatonton Gardenerd

Remember this: “Whoever soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly, whoever soweth bountifully shall also reap bountifully.” 2 Corinthians 9:6 Recently, I was reading The Complete Book of Garden Magic by Roy E.

Tex McIver to be released Sept. 1, facing new trial

Two months after the Supreme Court of Georgia reversed his conviction in the shooting death of his wife, Claud “Tex” McIver will be back in Fulton County jail awaiting a new trial. McIver received notice from the Fulton County District Attorney’s office that D.A.