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Tex McIver smiles when prompted, even though his eyes are still teary from a 2017 interview with The Eatonton Messenger, as he leans against the fence on his Pea Ridge Road ranch in Putnam County. McIver’s attorneys plan to seek bond after his conviction was overturned last week. LYNN HOBBS/File Photo

Tex McIver smiles when prompted, even though his eyes are still teary from a 2017 interview with The Eatonton Messenger, as he leans against the fence on his Pea Ridge Road ranch in Putnam County. McIver’s attorneys plan to seek bond after his conviction was overturned last week. LYNN HOBBS/File Photo

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Supreme Court overturns McIver’s conviction

Lynn Hobbs
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
A light has appeared at the end of the tunnel for Claude “Tex” McIver, who was convicted in April 2018 in the shooting death of his wife, Diane, and sentenced to life in prison. Last week, the Supreme Court of Georgia overturned the murder conviction.
County and state officials gather at the site of Putnam’s new fire/EMS station and coroner’s office. CONTRIBUTED

County and state officials gather at the site of Putnam’s new fire/EMS station and coroner’s office. CONTRIBUTED

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Ground broken on new Putnam County fire station

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
After many years of planning, ceremonial shovels finally broke the ground July 5, to signify construction of a new, state-of-the-art fire station, emergency medical services (EMS), and coroners complex for Putnam County. “This project is actually a decade in the making.
Mixed-use development planned near busy intersection

Mixed-use development planned near busy intersection

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Mixed-use development planned near busy intersection

Mark Engel
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
A new residential, mixed-use development is in the works for 137 acres of land in Greene County near the intersection of Linger Longer Road and Lake Oconee Parkway.

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PUTNAM PETE

News Staff
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Dogs Budweiser and Hot Dog both still under the house. Fireworks started on Friday night and ran through Monday night. Sounded like World War Three. George says it must be a Southern thing and thinks fireworks should be one night from dark to 11 p.m. Zeke did his own with an AR-15.
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Fire chief urges safety with celebratory fireworks

Lynn Hobbs
Friday, July 1, 2022
Fire officials always encourage and promote fire safety measures in the fall and winter when people are finding ways to stay warm; but July is another time they stress safety matters, particularly in regard to fireworks.

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Family Meals that Make Busy Weeknights a Breeze

Family Features
Thursday, June 30, 2022
After a long day in the classroom or at the office, it’s tough to top bringing the family together with a home-cooked meal. When evenings are busy with homework and activities, however, there might be little time left for complicated dishes.
Roasted Chicken and Zucchini Tostadas

Roasted Chicken and Zucchini Tostadas

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Roasted Chicken and Zucchini Tostadas

News Staff
Thursday, June 30, 2022
Recipe courtesy of Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN, Culinary Dietitian, on behalf of Milk Means More Total time: 25 minutes Servings: 4 12 street taco-size corn tortillas nonstick cooking spray 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or 5%) 3 teaspoons lime juice, divided 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 1/2...
Pasta with Yogurt Sauce Photo courtesy of Jenny Struik of “Jenny with the Good Eats”

Pasta with Yogurt Sauce Photo courtesy of Jenny Struik of “Jenny with the Good Eats”

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Pasta with Yogurt Sauce

News Staff
Thursday, June 30, 2022
Recipe courtesy of Enas Malik, RDN, on behalf of Milk Means More Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 4 Salted water 8 ounces angel hair pasta 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided 1 small white onion, minced 8 ounces ground beef or lamb 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground...
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