Area News
Mrs. Sallie Chatman, the oldest living resident of Charlton County, celebrated her 107th birthday on June24, marking an extraordinary milestone that few people ever reach. Born in 1919, Chatman has lived through more than a century of history, witnessing dramatic changes in her community, the nation, and the world. Her longevity has made her a…
This week marks one year since we became the owners of the Charlton County Herald. Looking back, it is hard to believe how quickly the time has passed and how much we have learned along the way. When we first took ownership of the newspaper, we knew it would be a challenge. What we…
Heat can be dangerous for anyone. Stay hydrated, stay cool and stay connected. Experts are warning that dangerously high temperatures are headed to Georgia this weekend. The American Red Cross of Georgia urges everyone to take three critical actions to stay safe: 1. Stay hydrated by drinking a cup of water every 20 minutes, even…
Construction continues on a new visitor center at the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge as work advances on a facility that will eventually replace the refuge’s current visitor center. Refuge Manager Michael Lusk said the project is expected to be completed by the end of the year. Once the new building is finished and operational, the…
Domestic Shooting on Country Club Road Leaves One Dead and One in Critical Condition – Leslie Kulwik
Investigators were on the scene of a shooting that occurred June 5 around 4:30 am. on Country Club Road. A white male (Dell Bennett – age 56) broke into a camper trailer belonging to his girlfriend (Sabrina Lankford age 45) and shot her. She called the Sheriff’s office and managed to get out of the…
The Charlton County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously at their meeting on Thursday June 4, to lift the temporary burn ban that was adopted on February 22. Many residents were happy about the decision but some wondered if the burn ban was cut too short. Less that 48 hours after the ban was lifted,…
Griffin Thomas, a recent Charlton County High School graduate was selected and played in the Georgia Dugout Club Senior All Star Games in Macon at Mercer University. Thomas played with the Southeast Georgia Team and played against teams from other parts of Georgia. Thomas will be attending Andrew College in the fall to begin his…
In a world that can sometimes feel a little gray, one local artist is adding bright splashes of color and joy throughout Folkston and across Charlton County. From the break room at the new Winn-Dixie to the laundromat on Oakwood Street and even the windows of the United States Postal Service office in Folkston, her…
CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2026
Through the Keep Living Initiative, Camden Connection recently supplied Narcan Kits to the Charlton County Sheriff’s Office. “Equipping first responders with overdose reversal medication is one practical way we can strengthen protective factors and support life-saving intervention efforts in our community. We are proud to partner with agencies and organizations to help increase…