Rich: The family’s farm

Patti has been a loyal friend of mine for 30 years. I can always count on her, and I hope she feels the same about me.We both grew up on farms about four miles apart. Patti has lived the American dream.

Yarbrough: Okefenokee named ‘World Heritage Site,' mining threat remains

Though this is somewhat old news as I write this, to those who fought the fight, it remains exceptionally good news. Our Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge has officially been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Crane: Boundaries should serve communities, not political needs

While our president sows new seeds of doubt about the nation's elections, don't overlook another equally significant shift underway: turning what has traditionally been a once-a-decade process—redistricting after each U.S.

Letter to the Editor: Proud of ‘Shrek’ at The Plaza

Dear Editor,On Sunday, July 19th, I had the pleasure of attending Shrek the Musical at The Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton, and the performance truly blew me away. For a moment, I felt as though I had been transported to New York City for a Broadway show!

Rich: When a woman needs a gun

Our dear friend Maxine has known her share of heartache. Yet she has also been blessed in countless ways. She is slight in stature, with delicate features, a warm smile, and the trademark kindness and courtesy of a Southern lady.

Tocher: Data center debate could soon reach Putnam

A new Politico poll suggests Americans are becoming increasingly skeptical of large-scale data centers, a shift that could have significant implications for largely rural communities like here in Putnam County.

Yarbrough: On God and this tiny rock

Sometimes I begin these conversations not knowing where they're going to end. This is one of those times.Today's subject involves current events, the universe, and religion. Any one of those topics is complex enough on its own, much less trying to weave them together.

Smith: No country boys no more

Todd Groce, president of the Georgia Historical Society in Savannah, recently sent along a note saying that kids today have no connection to a farm anymore.As Todd pointed out, following World War II, there was a gradual migration from farm to town.

Rich: Don’t it make you wanna go home

Not long ago, I drove home the back way after running errands in town.It had been a few months since I'd traveled those roads. I was astounded.New construction was booming, with a subdivision being carved through the angry, unyielding red clay.

Benjamin-Smith: Family, flowers, and gospel singing

Hello, Eatonton and Putnam County. I am wandering and wondering, as usual, but this time I wandered to some different places.I spent four days in Macon with two of my daughters. I don’t think I want to tell you about all the places we visited, but I definitely did not miss a meal.