News

A National Guard reunion will be held Saturday, April 21, at 10:00 a.m. until noon, at Sarah’s In the City in Baxley. [Full Story »] 

Foster Brigman and Annie Lou Hewitt Brigman’s family and friends will be having a family reunion Saturday, April 21 at the Tenth Street Church of God in Alma (of which several relatives are from Appling County). [Full Story »] 

As reported several weeks ago, members of the Graham City Council voted to remove Mayor Lonnie Crosby from office during a recent meeting. Crosby then filed an injunction in Appling Superior Court against the council and the following is a copy of the judgement by Superior Court Judge Stephen G. Scarlett that was submitted to the newspaper: [Full Story »] 

By Jamie Gardner

“It is clear to the members of the Special Review Team that the continuing accreditation of the schools in Appling County is highly regarded and a source of pride among the community. However, continuing accreditation is in serious jeopardy. The actions of Board members are in direct conflict with their own policies and AdvancED Accreditation Standards, resulting in a loss of respect for the Board by the stakeholders of the school district. Evidence reveals that the current Board has not demonstrated its ability to provide consistent, positive, and effective leadership in moving the system forward.” - a portion of the initial Southern Association of Colleges and School (SACS) AdvancED’s Special Review Team’s findings after a review of the system was performed in June of 2010 that resulted in Probation Status [Full Story »] 

Baxley Tree Fest, Inc. will be selling green bows for the 22nd Annual Baxley Tree Fest. [Full Story »] 

The Easter Bunny is making a special appearance in Baxley! Everyone is invited to hop on down to Water Works Park located at 93 Tippins St. in Baxley on Saturday, April 7 at 10:00 a.m. for a chance to see the Easter Bunny in action. [Full Story »] 

Appling County High School wowed its students and the entire community with their “Over the Top” Prom this past weekend. On Saturday, March 31, Juniors, Seniors, and their dates enjoyed an evening at the greatest show on earth. [Full Story »] 

The Graham City Council would like to cordially invite the public to attend an Easter Egg Hunt for children that will be held on Saturday, April 7. [Full Story »] 

Judge E. M. Wilkes III has released the Criminal Petit Jury list for April 9 at 9:30 a.m. and the names are as follows: Shane Carter, Brenda Youmans, Travis G. Bell, Betty L. Griner, David C. Orvin, Jerry Tomberlin, Loranda J. Heller, Rita F. Carter-Ray, Haley P. Black, Jackie T. Norris, David W. Upchurch, Jeff Deen, Michael D. Norris, Claudia E. Malagon, Kenneth Ogden, Stacey B. Williams, Elmira Bass, Waylon E. Slaughter, Andrew Wagner, Donald M. Gilbert, Michael R. Hutto, Lana A. Carter, Cindy A. Williams, Michael Mayers, Lacey R. Smoak, Mary L. Drayton, Wendy M. Hipps, Sandra F. Drew, Evans C. Everett, Belinda J. Sellers, Billy D. Metts, Beverly J. Claxton, Roxie G. Litton, William L. Holton, Daniel F. Smith, Sharon L. Moody, Jeremy H. Altman, Pamela Beach, Elwaner E. Parker, Adam D. Causey, Jr., Uvonne A. Tillman, Willie C. Roger, Elizabeth Hood, Connie A. Roberson, Debra Edwards, Alberta D. Ryals, David E. Burke, Joffre L. Morris, Melanie A. Claxton, Guadalupe E. Jaramillo, Brenda L. Branch, Donna G. Odum, Kathern Cash, Darrell Sellers and George C. O'Quinn. [Full Story »] 

Friday Events:

April 13 Official Baxley Tree Fest T-Shirt Day, purchase your official Baxley Tree Fest T-Shirt for $10 each. [Full Story »] 

If you were a senior at Appling County High School and you graduated in 1980, 1981 or 1982, we are planning a “combined” class reunion. The date is set for April 14, 2012 at Sarah’s In the City on Highway 341 W. in Baxley. [Full Story »] 

AMIkids Baxley Wilderness will be hosting a dinner plate sale April 13 between 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. [Full Story »]