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“Tales of the Altamaha”

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Wednesday, February 2. 2011

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The seventh annual production of one of the biggest events in the state, Tales of the Altamaha, accompanied by the noted River Rat Band, is in the works for spring 2011 at the Blue Marquee (the former Pal Theater) in Lyons, Ga. Our long-time friend Laurie Jo Upchurch, scriptwriter for the popular show is already working day and night to get ready for the event, which promises to be the best yet. Laurie Jo lives not far from the Altamaha River on the Appling County side. [Full Story »]

Dying for a good book

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Wednesday, February 2. 2011

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I haven’t read a good book in a coon’s age, and I’m having withdrawal symptoms. Notice I said “good book.” Of course I’ve been reading, but everything I’ve read lately has been a bit bland. Over the Christmas holidays, my friend Carole brought me the newest Barbara Kingsolver book, The Lacuna, and I could hardly wait to start it. [Full Story »]

SACS issues continue to plague system

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Jamie Gardner

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Wednesday, February 2. 2011

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I believe with all my heart that Appling County has one of the best school systems in the state. The great majority of administrators, teachers, paraprofessionals, cafeteria staff, bus drivers and other employees work extremely hard to make sure the children of Appling County have a brighter future. [Full Story »]

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Marianne Bowers about Community must reimburse Georgia Power $1.7 million

Tue, Jun 18, 2013 - 05:28 PM

A very powerful and valid point. I didn't vote for the Local Option Sales Tax (interesting that the letters spell [...]

anon about I have no compassion for this “poor” woman

Sun, Jun 16, 2013 - 06:50 AM

And Ms. Hewson, maybe you need to use some of your money for a basic English class. I am sure you will be able to [...]

Wayne Harris about Community must reimburse Georgia Power $1.7 million

Sat, Jun 15, 2013 - 11:53 AM

If Ga Power knew about the change in the laws back in 2001 AND knew about it again in 2005 and could not figure ho [...]

Joe Kersey about Community must reimburse Georgia Power $1.7 million

Thu, Jun 13, 2013 - 07:38 PM

I own property in Appling County and am surprised the county did not accrue for a probable second request after re [...]

Sun, Jun 09, 2013 - 03:58 AM

I live in the county and don't use Ga Power. My family nor I had anything to do with what went on. Why should I be [...]

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