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Pressley with a spotted bass on Lake Lanier.

Pressley with a spotted bass on Lake Lanier.

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OUTDOORS: A fluke

James K. Pressley
Thursday, October 27, 2022
A few weeks ago, my buddy, Kevin Underwood, told me to come on up to Lanier and let’s go fishing. That’s a suggestion that never falls on deaf ears with me. So, the day after the hurricane cleared the Carolinas I was there. We left out mid-morning and fished through ‘til late afternoon.
Taylor Eubanks comes in for a play at second.

Taylor Eubanks comes in for a play at second.

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SOFTBALL: Tears shed at state by Putnam’s Lady Eagles

Arella Cash
Thursday, October 27, 2022
October 18th was a monumental day for Putnam County High School’s softball seniors. The Lady Eagles were at the State Class 2A-G tournament at the Academy for Classical Education (ACE) in Macon, the first round of 2022 state playoffs.
Georgia tight end Brock Bowers (19) tiptoes down the sideline during 2021 game against Florida. MACKENZIE MILES/UGA Athletics

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers (19) tiptoes down the sideline during 2021 game against Florida. MACKENZIE MILES/UGA Athletics

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Bulldogs turn focus to Florida

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 27, 2022
No. 1 Georgia had a bye last week ahead of its upcoming matchup with Florida. “It’s another exciting matchup with these guys in Jacksonville. I have a lot of respect for [head coach] Billy [Napier]. I’ve known him for a long time.
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World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party

Brendan
Thursday, October 27, 2022
As a former (National Championship) student at the University of Georgia, I would be remiss if I did not talk about the Bulldogs’ rivalry against the Florida Gators. First off, it’s by far the best rivalry game Georgia plays every year.
Jennifer Vaughan of Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International (center) is surrounded by the entire playing field for the Georgia Senior PGA at Reynolds Lake. CONTRIBUTED

Jennifer Vaughan of Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International (center) is surrounded by the entire playing field for the Georgia Senior PGA at Reynolds Lake. CONTRIBUTED

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GOLF: Skinner, Pavoni prevail in Georgia PGA Senior tour

News Staff
Thursday, October 27, 2022
The Georgia PGA Senior Division’s Tour Championship, sponsored by Jennifer Vaughan with Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International, took place Oct. 10-11, at Reynolds Lake in Greensboro. The two-day tournament was played on the Oconee Course and Great Waters.
Riley Gill

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Putnam Cheer on display at Spirit Spectacular

Story And Photos By Arella Cash
Thursday, October 27, 2022
It was a day full of pep and spirit Oct. 8, as PCHS hosted the War Eagle Spirit Spectacular, followed by an emotional Senior Night for the girls as part of the event. Cheerleaders circled the mat and applauded their seniors in honor of their accomplishments.
Daniel played at Fort Valley State University for four years after graduating from Putnam County High School in 2006. CONTRIBUTED

Daniel played at Fort Valley State University for four years after graduating from Putnam County High School in 2006. CONTRIBUTED

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Daniel fitting in at Gordon State

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 27, 2022
Courtney Daniel’s life has been centered around the game of football. The former Putnam County star and 2006 graduate has loved the game since he was a child in Eatonton.
The Incredible Shrinking Man

The Incredible Shrinking Man

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The Incredible Shrinking Man

T. Michael Stone
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
And I felt my body dwindling, melting, becoming nothing. My fears melted away. And in their place came acceptance. – From “The Incredible Shrinking Man,” screenplay by Richard Matheson and Richard Alan Simmons On Sept. 23, I told you I was 2.
Jalon Kilgore (23) glides into the end zone past a Glenn Hills defender in Putnam County’s 48-6 win on Thursday, Oct. 6. ARELLA CASH/Staff

Jalon Kilgore (23) glides into the end zone past a Glenn Hills defender in Putnam County’s 48-6 win on Thursday, Oct. 6. ARELLA CASH/Staff

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FOOTBALL: War Eagles prep for big region game with Thomson

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
No. 9 Putnam County will have its toughest test of the season to date on Friday against No. 6 Thomson. The War Eagles (6-1) and Bulldogs (6-1) are currently tied for first place in Region 4-AA standings.
Georgia o ense overpowers Vanderbilt

Georgia o ense overpowers Vanderbilt

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Georgia offense overpowers Vanderbilt

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
No. 1 Georgia had no problem moving the ball against Vanderbilt on Saturday.The Bulldogs compiled a seasonhigh 579 yards of total offense— including 295 yards in the first half alone—enroute to a 55-0 victory over the Commodores. Georgia scored on four of their five drives in the first half.
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