Woolard Highlights Indians On All Region 2-A Football Team – By Glenn Hughes
The Charlton County Indian football team just finished off a season in which they reached the second round of the GHSA State Playoffs. With success comes rewards as the Tribe was heavily represented on the All Region 2-A Football Team. Headlining the Indians was senior wide receiver/defensive back Brandon Woolard who was named the…
Read MoreJeanne Doreen Parker Phillips
Jeanne Doreen Parker Phillips, 68, of Hilliard, FL passed away December 10, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida. She was born July 4, 1957 in Jacksonville, Florida, the 4th of 5 children to the late Noel “Kit” Parker and Doreen Nelson Parker. She was a member of Little Phoebe Primitive Baptist Church. In her spare time, she…
Read MoreJoseph Zetmeir To Receive GHSA Inspiration Award – by Glenn Hughes
Charlton County senior football player Joseph Zetmeir is set to receive the prestigious GHSA Inspiration Award during the state football championships next week at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. He will receive the award at halftime of the Class AA championship game. The Inspiration Award is given by the Georgia High School Association to a student,…
Read MoreWinter Railwatch 2025 Draws Enthusiasts to Folkston – by Kelvin Henderson
Railfans and residents gathered for a memorable community Meet and Greet on Saturday, December 6, at the Folkston Train Museum and Depot, marking the official start of Winter Railwatch 2025. The event featured guest Danny Harmon, a well-known figure in the rail-watching community, who shared his enthusiasm for trains and rail history with visitors. As…
Read MoreLeona Faye Brisbane
Leona Faye Brisbane, 91, of Homeland, GA passed away Wednesday, December 03, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 10, 1934, in Homeland, GA to the late Julian Crews and Laura Lloyd Crews. She was a graduate of Charlton County High School, where she was a member of the…
Read MoreMargie Faye Johns Crews
Margie Faye Johns Crews, 87, of Winokur passed away Sunday (November 30, 2025) at her residence after an extended illness. Born in Bachlott, GA her parents were George Martin Johns and Flora Leoa Rowell Johns. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Mack Crews; 2 sisters, Catherine Middleton and Annie Ruth Johns; and…
Read More2025 Christmas on Main Street
Main Street was glowing with holiday cheer on Saturday, November 29th, as the annual Christmas on Main Street celebration welcomed crowds for an evening packed with festive fun. Running from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the event kicked off the holiday season in style, offering family-friendly activities, vibrant decorations, and plenty of Christmas magic for…
Read MoreCarlton “Spar” Thompson
Carlton “Spar” Thompson, 76, of St. George, GA passed away peacefully with his children by his side on November 23, 2025. He was born January 18, 1949 to the late Bruce Thompson, Sr. and Mary Sikes Thompson. Spar was loved by all that knew him. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Bruce…
Read MoreMarion 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,…
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