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GBI Arrests Kingsland Man in Sexual Exploitation of Children Investigation
Kingsland, Camden County, GA (November 3, 2026) – The GBI has arrested and charged Nathan Gwaltney, age 29, of Kingsland, GA, with one count of Sexual Exploitation of Children. Gwaltney is employed as a police officer with the Coastal Pines Technical College Police Dept. (CPTCPD). In September of 2026, the GBI’s Child Exploitation…
Read MoreWilsons Celebrate Marriage
Daniel and Vanessa were united in marriage on October 17, 2026, at Rustic Roots Event Venue in Homeland, Georgia. The ceremony took place at 5:07 p.m., a special time chosen in honor of the bride’s grandson’s racecar 07. The couple’s love story began in 2023 when Dan and Vanessa met and quickly became…
Read MoreTribe Blanks ATCO 48-0 For Fourth Straight Win – By Glenn Hughes
The Charlton County Indians did what you’re supposed to do against a lesser opponent Thursday night at Champ Bailey Field. The game was moved up due to the threat of bad weather, but the early start didn’t affect the Tribe as they cruised to a 48-0 win over the winless Atkinson County Rebels. With the…
Read MoreCCHS Crowns Homecoming Queen 2026
Homecoming Court From left to right: Last years Queen: Ashiya Harvey. 9th Grade Homecoming Representative: Tyra Hamilton. 10th Grade Homecoming Representative Alayah Kibler. 11th Grade Representative Halle Long. Mr. CCHS: Ethan Crawford. Miss Shilofohaw: Sincere Humphries. Homecoming Queen Candidates: Josie Peterson, Karleigh Crews, and Anna Bell. Homecoming Queen 2026 Omani Campbell. In front, Mini Maiden…
Read MoreThe Herald Gets a Fresh New Look! – By Leslie Kulwik
The Charlton County Herald Gets a Fresh New Look! If you have driven down Main Street recently, you may have noticed something new at the Charlton County Herald — we’ve gotten a little facelift! Our building at 3927 Main Street has a fresh coat of paint, a new awning, and a renewed sense of pride…
Read MoreJubilee Year Event
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church invites the community to a special Jubilee Year event celebrating the life and legacy of St. Francis of Assisi. On Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 6:00 PM, parishioners and guests are welcome to gather for a showing of the acclaimed documentary “Sign of Contradiction”, presented by Bill Tuthill. Deacon…
Read MoreWhistlin Dixie Celebrates 20 Years in Folkston – By Kelvin Henderson
Owned and operated by Dixie and Jim McGurn, Whistlin Dixie has been a part of Folkston since 2006. Over the past two decades, the business has become a familiar gathering place for coffee, food, unique gifts, and custom framing, while creating lasting relationships with customers throughout the community. The McGurns’ daughter, Millie, is also…
Read MoreWelcome Bennett & Baker Todd
Nick and Lauren Todd are proud to announce the arrival of their twin boys, Bennett Joseph Todd and Baker Michael Todd on Friday Sept. Bennett was born at 11:56am and Baker 12:10pm. Bennett weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces, and Baker weighed 5 pounds, 9 ounces. The boys are welcomed with lots of love by their proud parents and their…
Read MoreEllianos Coffee Comes to Folkston – By Leslie Kulwik
The wait is over, and Folkston has officially welcomed a new coffee shop to town. Ellianos Coffee Folkston opened its doors at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19, and the community wasted no time showing its excitement. More than 500 customers were served on opening day, with cars filling the drive-thru and customers eager to…
Read MorePUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUESTED
Charlton County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Nicholas Adam Gunderson. Gunderson is a 35-year-old white male who is approximately 5 feet, 9 inches tall. He was last heard from through a text message on July 23, 2026. His current whereabouts are unknown. Anyone with information concerning Gunderson’s whereabouts is asked to…
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