By U.S. Congressman Jack Kingston
This week, a nonpartisan government watchdog issued a report warning of the serious consequences if the nation plunges over the “fiscal cliff.”
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Letters - Topics from August, 2012
Tri-County Fair/Lions Club to sponsor 2nd Annual Rodeo
Dear Editor,
The Tri-County Fair Board along with the Baxley Lions Club is sponsoring its 2nd annual rodeo on October 12 and 13 of 2012. We take this opportunity to invite everyone out to the fairgrounds to join in the festivities. Also, if anyone would like to be a vendor (especially in the arts and crafts area), please contact John Redman (367-0826) or any other Lions Club member to receive additional information. Thank you for your consideration and we hope to see you at the rodeo.
Sincerely,
John C. Redman
The Tri-County Fair Board along with the Baxley Lions Club is sponsoring its 2nd annual rodeo on October 12 and 13 of 2012. We take this opportunity to invite everyone out to the fairgrounds to join in the festivities. Also, if anyone would like to be a vendor (especially in the arts and crafts area), please contact John Redman (367-0826) or any other Lions Club member to receive additional information. Thank you for your consideration and we hope to see you at the rodeo.
Sincerely,
John C. Redman
An entourage more royal than the Queen’s
(Bob Wiggins submitted the following to The News-Banner for publication. The article was writtend By Dale McFeatters for Scripps Howard News Service and was published in March 2009.)
The heads of government in London for the G-20 summit are discussing serious and weighty issues, which in time will be duly reported on, but right now the British press is entranced by the sheer size of President Obama’s traveling entourage. And no wonder. [Full Story »]
The heads of government in London for the G-20 summit are discussing serious and weighty issues, which in time will be duly reported on, but right now the British press is entranced by the sheer size of President Obama’s traveling entourage. And no wonder. [Full Story »]
Appling County Schools has a Successful Start
By Superintendent Scarlett Copeland
On August 7 students in grades Prekindergarten through twelve began their first day of school. Prior to this an Open House for parents and students was conducted on August 6. Assistant Superintendent Dr. Sandy Dominy and I visited all six schools in the district during this time and it was exciting to see a large turnout. Participation among parents and grandparents was extremely high and this speaks volumes of the interest in education in Appling County. Each principal and their staff are commended for their exceptional planning. Custodians and Maintenance and Operations personnel are to be recognized for preparing great our buildings and grounds to create a safe, clean learning environment. [Full Story »]
On August 7 students in grades Prekindergarten through twelve began their first day of school. Prior to this an Open House for parents and students was conducted on August 6. Assistant Superintendent Dr. Sandy Dominy and I visited all six schools in the district during this time and it was exciting to see a large turnout. Participation among parents and grandparents was extremely high and this speaks volumes of the interest in education in Appling County. Each principal and their staff are commended for their exceptional planning. Custodians and Maintenance and Operations personnel are to be recognized for preparing great our buildings and grounds to create a safe, clean learning environment. [Full Story »]
Commissioner offers opinion on T-SPLOST
By Keith Golden, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Transportation
On behalf of the Georgia Department of Transportation and the State Transportation Board, I want to congratulate the voters of the Heart of Georgia Altamaha Regional District. Your vote to approve the Transportation Referendum, or T-SPLOST as it is known, was a courageous and visionary investment. [Full Story »]
On behalf of the Georgia Department of Transportation and the State Transportation Board, I want to congratulate the voters of the Heart of Georgia Altamaha Regional District. Your vote to approve the Transportation Referendum, or T-SPLOST as it is known, was a courageous and visionary investment. [Full Story »]
Flat tire in Baxley
Dear Editor,
While passing through the lovely town of Baxley on Thursday, the 16th around noon, I had a flat tire outside of town on 341. The Operations Manager from Brunswick Okefenokee EMS was with me and we could not get the spare tire to release from under the vehicle. We called several dealers around the area to see if they could offer any advice for our dilemma. [Full Story »]
While passing through the lovely town of Baxley on Thursday, the 16th around noon, I had a flat tire outside of town on 341. The Operations Manager from Brunswick Okefenokee EMS was with me and we could not get the spare tire to release from under the vehicle. We called several dealers around the area to see if they could offer any advice for our dilemma. [Full Story »]
“Time is running out!”
Dear Editor,
On August the 11, about 1:40 in the morning I was just sitting on the couch in my living room. I experienced the presence of the Lord, like I never experienced before in my entire life. [Full Story »]
On August the 11, about 1:40 in the morning I was just sitting on the couch in my living room. I experienced the presence of the Lord, like I never experienced before in my entire life. [Full Story »]
Appling Christian Academy is off to a great start this school year
By Principal Jerome Granade
ACA is off to a great start with an increase in enrollment over last year. With a gain of forty-nine new students, the school is bubbling with excitement and enthusiasm for a positive school year. The gain in first time enrolled students is the largest one year gain in recent memory. [Full Story »]
ACA is off to a great start with an increase in enrollment over last year. With a gain of forty-nine new students, the school is bubbling with excitement and enthusiasm for a positive school year. The gain in first time enrolled students is the largest one year gain in recent memory. [Full Story »]
State Bar sends congratulations
Dear Editor,
On behalf of the State Bar of Georgia, I am writing to congratulate Kevin Gough on his appointment by public defender for the Brunswick Judicial Circuit, which includes Appling, Camden, Glynn, Jeff Davis and Wayne counties.
Georgia’s public defenders fulfill a critical responsibility in our state’s criminal justice system. A graduate of the University of Georgia Law School, Mr. Gough brings 25 years of experience in the legal profession, including service as an assistant district attorney, to the position. [Full Story »]
On behalf of the State Bar of Georgia, I am writing to congratulate Kevin Gough on his appointment by public defender for the Brunswick Judicial Circuit, which includes Appling, Camden, Glynn, Jeff Davis and Wayne counties.
Georgia’s public defenders fulfill a critical responsibility in our state’s criminal justice system. A graduate of the University of Georgia Law School, Mr. Gough brings 25 years of experience in the legal profession, including service as an assistant district attorney, to the position. [Full Story »]
High school principal welcomes students back
Dear Parents and Students,
What an exciting school year 2011-2012 was for the Appling County High School Pirates. Our baseball team won the state championship, our football team made it to the final four, the track team had a state winner in the hurdles, and our literary team won region for the first time. I am looking forward to the great things that our students will accomplish in the 21012 – 2013 school year. [Full Story »]
What an exciting school year 2011-2012 was for the Appling County High School Pirates. Our baseball team won the state championship, our football team made it to the final four, the track team had a state winner in the hurdles, and our literary team won region for the first time. I am looking forward to the great things that our students will accomplish in the 21012 – 2013 school year. [Full Story »]
Animal Rights
(In reference to last weeks article by Gary Toole, ‘Minister’)
“How can you say, the Hollywood animal activists that promote not eating meat are the chiefs of sinners?” You may as well say that people that choose to be childless are sinners too, because the word also says, “go forth, be fruitful and multiply.” [Full Story »]
“How can you say, the Hollywood animal activists that promote not eating meat are the chiefs of sinners?” You may as well say that people that choose to be childless are sinners too, because the word also says, “go forth, be fruitful and multiply.” [Full Story »]
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