Charlton County Represented at the State Capitol
The Charlton County Okefenokee Chamber of Commerce proudly attended the 2026 Okefenokee Day at the Capitol and Georgia Chamber Rural Day at the Capitol to champion rural Georgia and promote the economic impact of the Okefenokee region. Attendees engaged with members of the Georgia General Assembly’s Rural Caucus and heard insights from state…
Read MoreBrandon Woolard Signs with Muskingum University – By Glenn Hughes
Charlton County senior football player Brandon Woolard signed a letter of intent to play college football at Muskingum University in New Concord, Ohio. Muskingum is a NCAA Division III school that competes in the Ohio Athletic Conference. Woolard was a key figure in the Indians making it to the second round of the…
Read MoreNathaniel Redmon, Sr. (3/05/2026)
Nathaniel Redmon, Sr. passed away on Thursday, March 05, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was born on January 17, 1947 to the late, George and Lillian Thomas-Redmon in Traders Hill, Ga. (Charlton County). Nathaniel was affectionately known as “Pop Pop” by his grandson and “Wood Hog” by his…
Read MoreFlorence Neely (3/07/2026)
Florence Neely, 87, of Folkston, Ga. passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 07, 2026 at Southeast Georgia Healthcare System in Camden County following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026 @ 2:00 pm at Mt. New Home Missionary Baptist Church, 416 Dixie Lake Rd. , Folkston, Ga. 31537 Remains…
Read MoreCharlton Retired Educators Association (CREA) Proudly Recognizes Students
Students from Charlton County High School were selected for the Character Award. The students were chosen for showing generosity, honesty, kindness, respectfulness and self-control. Pictured left to right, Tommy Harris (Principal), Brooke Chism (12th), Ty Harris (11th), Juliette McCrea (10th), Andrianna Cutillo (9th), and Merry Harris (CREA member) Thank you to Dairy Queen for…
Read MoreKaren Wainwright Thigpen (2/27/2026)
Mrs. Karen Wainwright Thigpen, 67, passed away Friday, February 27, 2026, at the Warner Center for Caring in Fernandina Beach, FL. Karen Wainwright Thigpen was born February 13, 1959, to Mary Frances and Kenneth Wainwright of Folkston Georgia. A lifelong resident of Charlton County. Karen was a 1977 graduate of Charlton County High School and…
Read MoreJohnnie Mae Singleton (2/22/2026)
Johnnie Mae Singleton, 91, a native of Folkston, Ga. passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at her residence following a brief illness. She was born on October 28, 1934 to the late, Johnnie C. Singleton and Leola Duckson-Singleton in Charlton County. Ga. She was educated in what was then the school for the…
Read MoreWildfire Explodes to 650 Acres, Threatens Dozens of Homes – By Leslie Kulwik
At approximately 3pm on Sunday February 22, the Georgia Forestry Commission responded to the Charlton Highway 301 Fire in our county. Upon arrival, the fire was estimated at 100 acres. As of Monday morning, it was estimated at 100% contained and 650 acres were affected. This wildfire, that was caused by downed powerlines,…
Read MoreTaylor and Thomas Sign to Continue Their Sports Careers – By Glenn Hughes
Senior Maiden softball player signed her letter of intent last week to play college softball at Brewton-Parker College in Mount Vernon. Taylor was a key member of the Maiden softball team playing whatever position she was needed from pitcher, catcher or anywhere in the infield. Brewton-Parker is a member of the Southern States Athletic …
Read MoreTemporary Burn Ban Issued in Charlton County
The Charlton County Board of Commissioners has officially adopted a temporary burn ban for all unincorporated areas of the county, effective February 22, 2026. Due to dry weather conditions, drought, and increased fire risk, all forms of outdoor open burning are prohibited at this time. This includes but NOT limited to: • Yard debris •…
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