Mrs. Sallie Chatman Celebrates 107 Years – By Kelvin Henderson
Mrs. Sallie Chatman, the oldest living resident of Charlton County, celebrated her 107th birthday on June24, marking an extraordinary milestone that few people ever reach. Born in 1919, Chatman has lived through more than a century of history, witnessing dramatic changes in her community, the nation, and the world. Her longevity has made her a…
Read MoreEleanor Joyce Fitzgerald Whigam (7/2/2026)
Eleanor Joyce Fitzgerald Whigam, 93, of Folkston, Georgia passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026. Born on November 2, 1932, in Wilcox County, Georgia, Joyce was the daughter of the late Perry Drew and Lila Keen Fitzgerald of Abbeville, Georgia. Joyce lived a vibrant life, known for her immense love of her Lord, family, and…
Read MoreOne Year Later: A Thank You to Charlton County
This week marks one year since we became the owners of the Charlton County Herald. Looking back, it is hard to believe how quickly the time has passed and how much we have learned along the way. When we first took ownership of the newspaper, we knew it would be a challenge. What we…
Read MoreRed Cross Issues Advice to Stay Safe During Extreme Heat
Heat can be dangerous for anyone. Stay hydrated, stay cool and stay connected. Experts are warning that dangerously high temperatures are headed to Georgia this weekend. The American Red Cross of Georgia urges everyone to take three critical actions to stay safe: 1. Stay hydrated by drinking a cup of water every 20 minutes, even…
Read MoreThomas Raymond Mizell, Sr. (6/3/2026)
Mizell – Thomas Raymond Mizell, Sr., age 87, of St. George, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital in Macclenny, FL. Raymond was born in Folkston, GA on October13, 1938, to the late Lonnie A. Mizell and Aggie Nettles Mizell. He was raised in Folkston and was a dedicated…
Read MoreConstruction Progresses on New Okefenokee Visitor Center – By Kelvin Henderson
Construction continues on a new visitor center at the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge as work advances on a facility that will eventually replace the refuge’s current visitor center. Refuge Manager Michael Lusk said the project is expected to be completed by the end of the year. Once the new building is finished and operational, the…
Read MoreDomestic Shooting on Country Club Road Leaves One Dead and One in Critical Condition – Leslie Kulwik
Investigators were on the scene of a shooting that occurred June 5 around 4:30 am. on Country Club Road. A white male (Dell Bennett – age 56) broke into a camper trailer belonging to his girlfriend (Sabrina Lankford age 45) and shot her. She called the Sheriff’s office and managed to get out of the…
Read MoreCharlton County Burn Ban Lifted – By Leslie Kulwik
The Charlton County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously at their meeting on Thursday June 4, to lift the temporary burn ban that was adopted on February 22. Many residents were happy about the decision but some wondered if the burn ban was cut too short. Less that 48 hours after the ban was lifted,…
Read MoreLorys Lee Henderson-Moody (6/1/2025)
Ms. Lorys Lee Henderson-Moody was born on January 01, 1938 to the late, Willie J. Henderson and Lucille Murray in Woodbine, Ga. (Silco, Ga.) and was reared by Clyde and Gussie Murray along side of her step mother, Odessa Henderson. Ms. Lorys was educated in the public school system of Ralph J. Bunche High School…
Read MoreDavid Allen Glisson (5/28/2026)
David Allen Glisson, 85, of Folkston, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 16, 1940, in Lecanto, Florida, to Warnell and Pernie Glisson. He was a member of the Folkston United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Henri Teresa…
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