Charlton County Hospital Authority Accepts Proposal to Transform Former Hospital Site – By Paul Kulwik
After more than a decade without a local hospital, a major step toward revitalization and renewed opportunity was taken Tuesday evening as The Charlton County Hospital Authority approved a proposal that could reshape both the historic hospital site and the county’s future. During a called meeting held at 6 p.m. on March 31, The Authority…
Read MoreDenise Ann Dunn McGranahan (3/31/2026)
Denise Ann Dunn McGranahan entered into the arms of our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. She was born in Massena, New York and was raised in Norfolk, New York by her parents the late Darwin and Anna Casey Dunn. She was a 1973 graduate of Norwood-Norfolk Central High School. As an adult, she…
Read MoreJohn Franklin Gowen, SR (3/31/2026)
John Franklin Gowen, SR., 70, of Folkston, Georgia, passed away at Life Care Center of Hilliard, Florida, on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, surrounded by his family and friends. Frank was born on March 14, 1956, in Jacksonville, Florida to the late Baynard H. Gowen, Sr. and Willa Lee Smith Gowen. In addition to his parents,…
Read MoreTwo New Businesess Open: The Gibson and Centered Pilates – By Leslie Kulwik & Kelvin Henderson
The Gibson – Readers may remember the history of The Gibson Homestead featured in our March 18 edition. Now, that treasured piece of Charlton County history has officially entered a new chapter. The Gibson Homestead celebrated its grand opening on March 29 as a vacation rental property, welcoming many members of the community to…
Read MoreSports – By Glenn Hughes
Congratulations to Maidens tennis player Jerea Timmon for signing a letter of intent to continue her athletic career at Piedmont University. The Charlton County baseball team defeated Echols County and Irwin County but fell to Lanier County. The loss drops the Indians to second place in the Region 2-A standings for now. The…
Read MoreCity of Folkston Continues Downtown Improvements – By Leslie Kulwik
Over the past few months, residents and visitors may have noticed several exciting improvements taking place throughout the City of Folkston. From updates at the popular Folkston Funnel Platform – including renovated bathrooms expected to be completed later this year – to the removal of trees with overgrown roots, the city has been steadily working…
Read MoreCrime Scene Investigation on U.S. Hwy 1 – By Leslie Kulwik
A significant law enforcement presence surrounded Jimmy’s Pawn Shop on U.S. Highway 1 in Folkston on Sunday, March 29, as officers and investigators remained on the scene for much of the day. According to neighbors in the area, officers with the Folkston Police Department arrived at approximately 10:00 a.m., quickly filling the area…
Read MoreElizabeth Jean Murray (3/26/2026)
Elizabeth Jean Murray, 90, of Folkston Georgia, passed away on March 26, 2026. Born on April 12, 1935, in Folkston, Jean lived a long and beautiful life in the same community where she was raised. Jean was a woman of quiet grace and sweetness, the kind of person who made everyone around her feel welcomed…
Read MoreLucille Cobb Davis (3/24/2026)
Lucille Cobb Davis, 75, of Folkston, Ga. passed away following a lengthy illness on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on August 21, 1950 to the late, Sammy and Eunice Gibbs-Cobb in Charlton County, Ga. Lucille was educated in the public school system of Folkston, Ga. and was a…
Read MoreBrenda Lafaye Stivender Green (3/25/2026)
Brenda Lafaye Stivender Green, 59, of St. George, GA passed away March 25, 2026 in Jacksonville, FL surrounded by what she considered her greatest gift, her husband and children. She was born October 21, 1966 in Jacksonville, FL. She was employed with the Charlton County School System for the last 23 years and retired to…
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