Elizabeth 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…
Read MoreSports – By Glenn Hughes
Congratulations to new Indians head football coach Brandon Byram. Byram comes to Charlton County from Taylor County and will be the 22nd head coach in Charlton County history dating back to 1947. Also, congratulations to senior Maiden basketball player Christiona Farmer for being selected to the Class A Division II All State Team. …
Read MoreCharlton County Ag Day Brings Farming, Food, and Fun Together – By Kelvin Henderson
The 5th Annual Ag Day, hosted by Charlton County 4-H, brought the community together Friday evening at the Charlton County High School Ag Barn for a lively celebration of agriculture and local tradition. Held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on March 20, 2026, the event attracted families, students, and residents from across the area,…
Read MoreFolkston Forestry Leader Honored at State Capitol
A 25-year veteran of the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) has been recognized at the state capitol for earning the agency’s highest honor. Roger Todd, a native of Folkston, Georgia, received the 2025 GFC Director’s Award for his leadership as chief ranger in Charlton County and for his quick response to a local plane crash. State…
Read MoreJonell Hickox Kelly (3/23/2026)
Jonell Hickox Kelly, 89 of Folkston, Georgia passed away March 23, 2026, at River City Rehab. She was born January 24, 1937, in Douglas, Georgia to the late Evin and Ethel Hickox. Mrs. Jonell was a member of First Baptist Church of Folkston. She loved her Saturday mornings at Glenda’s Beauty Shop, loved to fish,…
Read MoreJordan Malic Steen (3/17/2026)
Jordan Malic Steen, age 28, of St. George, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on March 17, 2026, at Orange Park Medical Center. He was born on May 9, 1997, in Wilmington, North Carolina, the only son of Amy Lucinda Wrisborn. Jordan was a committed husband, father, and fierce friend. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being the…
Read MoreTribe Splits with Brantley and Hilliard – By Glenn Hughes
The Charlton County baseball team split a pair of games last Saturday falling to Brantley County before bouncing back to defeat Hilliard. The Indians had two region games canceled earlier in the week, and the rust showed early on. In the opener against Brantley the Herons scored two runs in the top of…
Read MoreYouth and Mobility Impaired Hunters Early Start on Turkey Season
Youth and mobility-impaired hunters get an early start to turkey season on March 21-22, 2026. This special opportunity gives youth and mobility-impaired hunters a chance to harvest a gobbler on private lands before the statewide turkey season opens, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division. This early weekend hunt…
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