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$36,000 REWARD for info leading to Sara’s location – Click for more info
The search for Sara Ebersole, a young mother who vanished on March 3, 2023, continues to gain momentum as community members and private donors amplify efforts to bring her home. This week, an anonymous donor has again increased the reward to $36,000, offered for the tip that leads to the physical location of Sara Ebersole.…
Read MoreFour Charlton Seniors Sign for Futures in Education – By Kelvin Henderson
Four seniors at Charlton County High School took an important step toward their futures during the schoolβs Future Georgia Educators Signing Day held on Wednesday, May 6, officially committing to careers in education and pledging to serve the next generation of learners. The signing ceremony recognized seniors Stephanie Greer, Harlee Lightsey, Jessica McCaugh, and Bennett…
Read MoreSlade Oxley Signs with Union Commonwealth – By Glenn Hughes
Charlton County senior baseball player Slade Oxley signed to continue his baseball career at the collegiate level on Friday at a ceremony held at the high school. Oxley will play at Union Commonwealth University in Barboursville, Kentucky. Union is a NAIA school that plays in the Appalachian Athletic Conference. Β Β Oxley is still in action…
Read MoreCharlton FFA Sweetheart Pageant – By Kelvin Henderson
Families, friends, and community members gathered Tuesday evening, April 28, at 6:00 p.m. for the Charlton FFA Sweetheart Pageant, held at the Folkston Elementary School gymnasium in Folkston. The annual event, hosted by Charlton FFA, brought together participants from across the county for a night celebrating poise, confidence, and community spirit. The pageant featured six…
Read MoreMaidens Win Area Golf, Advance to State Tournament – By Glenn Hughes
Last Monday the Charlton County golf teams played in the Class A Division II Area I Golf Tournament in Quitman with the Maidens coming out on top against six other schools. Charlton beat runner-up Seminole County by an impressive thirteen strokes 177-190 to claim the top prize. Leading the way was the low medalist for…
Read MoreVolunteers Needed
Being a volunteer firefighter is rewarding because it offers a profound sense of purpose, tangible community im-pact, strong camaraderie with a βfire family,β extensive personal growth through challenging training, and valuable life skills in leadership, teamwork, and Emergency response, all while serving neighbors directly. Β Β Β Β It provides immediate gratification from saving lives…
Read MoreSouth Georgia Wildfires Surge Past 50,000 Acres – By Leslie Kulwik
South Georgia Wildfires Surge Past 50,000 Acres as Crews Battle Blazes in Brantley, Clinch, and Echols Counties Β The Highway 82 Fire, which ignited in Brantley County on April 20, continues to expand, now covering more than 31 square miles, officials reported Sunday. Β Firefighters across Southeast Georgia have been battling the blaze for a…
Read MoreAwards for SGES
St. George Elementary was awarded the Literacy and Math Leader awards for the second year in a row. The Literacy Leader and Math Leader honors celebrate schools that demonstrate extraordinary student progress and proficiency. Schools are recognized for achievement, growth, or both on annual end-of-grade assessments.Β A total of 406 schools met the qualifications for…
Read MoreGeorgia Bend Celebrates Grand Opening of New Fire Station By Leslie Kulwik
Community members and local officials gathered 0n April 16 for a special Board of Commissioners meeting marking the dedication and grand opening of the new Georgia Bend Fire Station. The ceremony began with a warm welcome and introduction from Interim County Administrator Becky Harden, followed by remarks from County Commissioner Alphya Benefield, who expressed appreciation…
Read MoreCharlton 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 countyβs future. During a called meeting held at 6 p.m. on March 31, The Authority…
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