Marion Benjamin “Benny” Bass
Marion Benjamin “Benny” Bass, 67, of Folkston, GA passed away suddenly November 24, 2025, in St. Marys, GA. Benny was also known by his family and friends as “BB,” “Ben,” “PopPop,” and “Papa BB.” He was born March 29, 1958, to the late John Bunyan “J.B.” Bass, Sr. and Vivian Mimbs Bass in McRae, GA.…
Read MoreBetty Canaday
Betty Canaday whose given name was Mattie Elizabeth Hathcock Canaday went to rest with her Lord and Savior at her home on November 21, 2025 at the age of 95. Betty was born on April 16,1930 in Lake Wales, Florida where her family lived briefly before moving back to Georgia. Her family settled in Doerun,…
Read MoreREACH Georgia Signing Ceremony – By Paul Kulwik
On November 18, The Charlton County School District held a ceremony for the REACH Georgia Signing Program. This program is designed to provide academically promising students with the comprehensive support needed to persist through middle school and high school, gain access to college, and achieve post secondary success. REACH Scholars and their parents or guardians…
Read MoreTribe’s Season Ends With Second Round Loss To Screven – By Glenn Hughes
The Charlton County football team saw their season come to a close last Friday night in Sylvania after falling to Screven County 35-14 in the second round of the GHSA state playoffs. The Indians finished the year with a 6-6 record. The Gamecocks received the opening kickoff and promptly drove fifty-eight yards in eight…
Read MoreLt. Chancy Recognized as District 5 Police Supervisor of the Year
Coastal Pines Technical College proudly congratulates Lieutenant Jonathan Chancy on being named the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police (GACP) 2024 Police Supervisor of the Year for District 5. This prestigious honor is awarded to a full-time, sworn supervisory officer who exemplifies outstanding leadership, dedication, and service to both their department and community. The…
Read MoreCharlton County 10U Soccer Team Triumphs at Jitterbug Tournament By Kevin Henderson
In an exciting display of skill, teamwork, and perseverance, the Charlton County 10U Soccer Team captured the championship at the Jitterbug Classic Soccer Tournament in Brantley County on Saturday, November 8. Held at the Brantley County Recreation Complex, the annual Jitterbug Tournament brought together youth teams from across South Georgia, including squads from Brantley, Long,…
Read MoreSports By Glenn Hughes
The Charlton County Indians advanced to the second round of the GHSA Class A Division II playoffs after a convincing 35-7 win over Macon County in Montezuma. The Tribe will travel to Sylvania this Friday night to face Screven County. Former Indian Maurice Sims rushed for fifteen yards on three carries in Tennessee Tech’s…
Read MoreCharlton Advances To Second Round With 35-7 Win Over Macon Co. By Glenn Hughes
The Charlton County Indians cleared several hurdles Friday night in their 35-7 first round playoff win against Macon County. The Tribe advances to the second round for the first time since 2022 and ended Macon County’s seven game winning streak against the Indians. The Tribe last defeated the Bulldogs way back in 1964 for their…
Read MoreSports- By Glenn Hughes
The Charlton County Indians will open the first round of the GHSA state playoffs this Friday night at Macon County. Kickoff is set for 7:30 in Montezuma. The Charlton County basketball teams had a scrimmage last Friday night against Glynn Academy. Both teams were defeated but it gave the coaches a good idea of…
Read MoreGrand Opening at Zaxby’s – By Paul Kulwik
Cold temperatures did not discourage the line to get in for the grand opening at Zaxby’s in Folkston. Some started to come late last night. The line was so long that they opened an hour early. First 100 people got free Zaxby’s for a year. For Zaxby’s owners Taylor and Carley Hawkins this is what…
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