Sallie L. Chatman (7/20/2026)
In Loving Memory Sallie L. Chatman June 24, 1919 – July 20, 2026 “A Lady of Grace” Sallie L. Chatman, the longest-living resident of Charlton County, was born on June 24, 1919. She lived through more than a century of history, witnessing dramatic changes in her community, her nation, and the world. Sallie was the…
Read MoreBetty Mizell Woolard (7/23/2026)
Betty Mizell Woolard, 70, of Folkston, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2026. Born on June 29, 1956, in Folkston, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Marie Mizell. Betty was a faithful member of Philadelphia Free Will Baptist Church. She dearly loved her grandsons and found great joy in cooking for…
Read MoreGlenda Joyce Williams Chism (7/9/2026)
Glenda Joyce Williams Chism, 83 of Moniac, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026. Glenda was the daughter of James Henry and Annie Bell (Clark) Williams, born on February 8, 1943. Ms. Glenda was a devoted wife and dedicated mother. She was a faithfully attending member of Moniac Baptist Church since 1972, where she volunteered for…
Read MoreQuick Chick Inc. – Celebrating 52 years – By Leslie Kulwik
For more than five decades, Quick-Chic (now Quick Chick, Inc) has been more than just a place to grab a meal—it has been a Folkston tradition. This year, the beloved restaurant is celebrating 52 years in business, marking more than half a century of serving its famous fried chicken, Southern hospitality, and familiar faces to…
Read MoreBarbara Lee Snowden (7/11/2026)
Barbara Lee Snowden of Folkston passed away July 11, 2026, at the age of 64, surrounded by the love of her family. Barbara was preceded in death by her beloved first husband, David Rowe; her parents, Dean Snowden and Mary Geoghagan; and her sister, Betty Nazworth. She is survived he her sister: Hazel Harris (John);…
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Janewyll Hamrick Rodeffer (7/9/2026)
Janewyll Hamrick Rodeffer, 76, passed away on July 9, 2026. She was born on July 16, 1949, in Macon, Georgia, to the late Marvin Roscoe Hamrick and Janie Melba Lucas. She was raised in Waycross, Georgia, where she graduated from Waycross High School in 1967. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Education from…
Read MoreThe Farm Shares Expanded Vision During Special Called Commissioners Meeting By Leslie Kulwik
During a special called meeting of the Charlton County Board of Commissioners on July 7, founders of The Farm at Okefenokee, Doug Davis and Jeff Meyers, presented an updated master plan outlining the project’s future development and long-term vision for Charlton County. The purpose of the meeting was to provide county commissioners with an update…
Read MoreCourtney Williams Selected to Play in WNBA All Star Game By Glenn Hughes
Former Charlton County Maiden star basketball player Courtney Williams was recently selected to play in the upcoming WNBA All Star Game in Chicago on July 25. This marks the third time in her career she has been named an All Star. The Minnesota Lynx guard is averaging 15.8 points per game while also being the…
Read MoreFacelift in Folkston By Leslie Kulwik
On July 7, work began on a new-style roof above Shear Savvy on Main Street, giving the downtown building a fresh new look as renovations continue. Improvements like these help enhance the appearance of Main Street and contribute to the ongoing revitalization of downtown Folkston. While several buildings (see below) could still benefit from updates,…
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