Entries from July 2014
Population growth and America’s future
People, people, people everywhere! What are all the people doing, where are they going, where are they living?
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Francis Wayne Burke
Francis Wayne Burke, 64, of Vidalia, died Sunday, July 13, 2014, at his home after a brief illness. He was born in Bulloch County on March 31, 1950, to Francis Holmes Burke and Lonita Myrtis Shuman Burke. He moved to Vidalia in 1962, and was a 1968 graduate of Vidalia High School. While in high school, he began his funeral service career with Murchison Funeral Home, and went on to graduate from Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service in Atlanta. He was licensed by the State of Georgia as a funeral director and embalmer. He was employed with Deloach Funeral Home in Waynesboro, and also served as the Burke County Coroner for several years. Later, he worked with Elliott Funeral Home in Augusta, and most recently retired from Swain Funeral Home in Baxley.
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Mary B. Hutcheson
Mary B. Hutcheson, 74, of Baxley, died Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah.
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Renesa Latonji Lawton Reynolds
Renesa Latonji Lawton Reynolds, daughter of James Green and Leverdia Green, was born June 7,1976 in Appling County. Renesa departed this life and transitioned into eternal rest on July 15, 2014.
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Herbert Rooney Tillman
Herbert Rooney Tillman, of Surrency, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 13, 2014 at home surrounded by his wife and children.
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Appling County School District is Proud of eSPLOST IV’s Athletic Facility Project
Superintendent Dr. Scarlett M. Copeland is extremely proud to present the progress on the Athletic Facilities upgrade at Appling County High School. This is part of the eSPLOST IV projects approved by the board and the citizens in Appling County earlier. Enthusiasm is in the air as construction and renovations reach completion. The expected completion date is approximately August 1, 2014. The facility will be open and ready for the first football game in Appling County which meets the original plans for completion.
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Lake Mayers closed until further notice
On Monday, July 14, the Appling County Board of Commissioners were notified of an algae concern on Lake Mayers. A water sample was sent to Dr. Gary Burtle, Aquatic Specialist with the University of Georgia, by Shane Curry, Extension Agent with the local Cooperative Extension Office. The water sample tested positive for Microcystis aeruginosa and Lyngbya.
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Air Evac Lifeteam visits the Boys and Girls Club
Members of the Boys and Girls Club received a treat Wednesday, July 16. It came in the form of a helicopter piloted by the Air Evac Lifeteam. The Air Evac Lifeteam landed and let the kids take a seat in the helicopter for a closer look. They also explained their purpose in transporting patients, what they did in emergencies and answered any questions the kids had.
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Kingston defeated by newcomer
Voters went to the polls to decide a few runoffs Tuesday, July 22, during the State of Georgia Primary Runoff Election. In Appling County a total of 1,290 votes were cast out of 10,613 registered voters in the county (12.15 percent).
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Subject becomes combative, pulls out Taser leads, resulting in being Tased again
Police Chief James Godfrey reported that on July 13 at approx. 3:09 a.m., while on patrol Baxley Police Officers observed a black in color, Chevrolet truck traveling at a high rate of speed. The officers attempted to stop the vehicle for the violation, when the driver sped off, making several turns in attempts to lose the officers, and then pulled behind a residence on Warrick Lane, where the driver left the truck, and attempted to flee from the officers on foot. Officers upon catching up to the driver, attempted to detain him. The driver refused and became combative with the officers, resulting in one of the officers deploying his taser. The driver yanked the taser leads out and then became more physically aggressive and combative with the officers, to the point that officers had to use their taser again to bring him into compliance.
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Deloach reports multiple thefts
Sheriff Benny Deloach would like to report the following activity of the Appling County Sheriff’s Office.
July 10, a complainant came to the Appling Co. Sheriff’s Office to report a theft. The complainant stated his renter left his rental home taking approximately $1,900.00 worth of household items. The complainant was advised of legal action he could take. [Full Story »]
July 10, a complainant came to the Appling Co. Sheriff’s Office to report a theft. The complainant stated his renter left his rental home taking approximately $1,900.00 worth of household items. The complainant was advised of legal action he could take. [Full Story »]
Ap. School System Open House schedule released
Superintendent of Appling County Schools, Dr. Scarlett Miles Copeland, would like to take this opportunity to welcome each of you back to the 2014-2015 school year! She states, “This is a new year that will be filled with exciting events for the students, staff, parents, and our community as we partner together in education”! Our theme will continue to be “Soaring to New Heights” as we continue to educate students to their highest potential!
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Again, welcome back to a wonderful New Year filled with opportunities for learning and growing! [Full Story »]
gpn20 DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAX SALE
Under and by virtue of certain tax fi fa's issued by the City Clerk, as tax collector for the City of Baxley, Appling County, Georgia, in favor of the State of Georgia and City of Baxley, against the following named persons and the property as described next to their respective name(s). There will be sold for cash or certified funds at public outcry, before the city hall door in Baxley, Appling County, Georgia, between the legal hours of sale, on the first Tuesday in August, 2014, the same being August 5, 2014, and continuing on Wednesday, August 6, 2014, if necessary between the legal hours of sale, 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. The below listed and described properties, or as much thereof as will satisfy the municipal tax execution on the respective individual and property, will be sold. The property (ies) hereinafter described have been levied on as the property of the persons whose names immediately precede the property description. Each of the respective parcels of property are located in Appling County, City of Baxley, State of Georgia. The years for which said fi fa’s are issued and levied are stated opposite the name of the owner in each case. Each defendant and tenant in possession, if applicable, has been notified of levy time and place of sale. Purchaser shall pay for title, all transfer cost, all taxes, advertising cost and recording fees.
MAP AND PARCEL: H002 005
CURRENT RECORD HOLDER: MOSLEY MICHAEL P
DEFENDANT IN FI-FA: SAME
AMOUNT DUE: $489.83
TAX YEARS DUE: 2012-2013
DEED BOOK: 471/558
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: ALL THAT TRACT OF LAND BEING IN THE CITY OF BAXLEY, APPLING COUNTY, GEORGIA, BEING LOT 2, BLOCK B, KNOWN AS 191 FIRST STREET, DESIGNATED AS MAP AND PARCEL H002-005, OF SUNSET PARK SUBDIVISION, AS SHOWN IN PLAT BOOK 4, PAGE 250, OR AS FURTHER DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 471, PAGE 558.
MAP AND PARCEL: 0049 046 F
CURRENT RECORD HOLDER: WILCOX ANGELA
DEFENDANT IN FI-FA: SAME
AMOUNT DUE: $339.51
TAX YEARS DUE: 2012-2013
DEED BOOK: 390/627
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: ALL THAT TRACT OF LAND BEING IN LAND LOT 334, 2ND DISTRICT, IN THE CITY OF BAXLEY, APPLING COUNTY, GEORGIA, AND CONSISTING OF 0.82 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, BEING KNOWN AS 180 JAMES STREET, DESIGNATED AS MAP AND PARCEL 0049-046F, AS SHOWN IN DEED BOOK 373, PAGE 373, OR AS FURTHER DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK FURTHER DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 390, PAGE 627.
* Deed Book: Refers to Deed Records located in the Appling County Courthouse, Clerk of Superior Court's Office where property is more fully described.
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MAP AND PARCEL: H002 005
CURRENT RECORD HOLDER: MOSLEY MICHAEL P
DEFENDANT IN FI-FA: SAME
AMOUNT DUE: $489.83
TAX YEARS DUE: 2012-2013
DEED BOOK: 471/558
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: ALL THAT TRACT OF LAND BEING IN THE CITY OF BAXLEY, APPLING COUNTY, GEORGIA, BEING LOT 2, BLOCK B, KNOWN AS 191 FIRST STREET, DESIGNATED AS MAP AND PARCEL H002-005, OF SUNSET PARK SUBDIVISION, AS SHOWN IN PLAT BOOK 4, PAGE 250, OR AS FURTHER DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 471, PAGE 558.
MAP AND PARCEL: 0049 046 F
CURRENT RECORD HOLDER: WILCOX ANGELA
DEFENDANT IN FI-FA: SAME
AMOUNT DUE: $339.51
TAX YEARS DUE: 2012-2013
DEED BOOK: 390/627
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: ALL THAT TRACT OF LAND BEING IN LAND LOT 334, 2ND DISTRICT, IN THE CITY OF BAXLEY, APPLING COUNTY, GEORGIA, AND CONSISTING OF 0.82 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, BEING KNOWN AS 180 JAMES STREET, DESIGNATED AS MAP AND PARCEL 0049-046F, AS SHOWN IN DEED BOOK 373, PAGE 373, OR AS FURTHER DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK FURTHER DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 390, PAGE 627.
* Deed Book: Refers to Deed Records located in the Appling County Courthouse, Clerk of Superior Court's Office where property is more fully described.
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gpn07 NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF APPLING
All creditors of the estate of GARY GEORGE COLLINS, deceased, late of Appling County, Georgia, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment to the estate.
This 30th day of June, 2014.
Emma Jean Collins
Executrix of the Last Will and Testament of
Gary George Collins, deceased
c/o STEPHEN E. TILLMAN
ATTORNEY AT LAW
4 SOUTH LEE STREET
BAXLEY, GA 31515
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This 30th day of June, 2014.
Emma Jean Collins
Executrix of the Last Will and Testament of
Gary George Collins, deceased
c/o STEPHEN E. TILLMAN
ATTORNEY AT LAW
4 SOUTH LEE STREET
BAXLEY, GA 31515
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gpn07 NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF APPLING
All creditors of the estate of FRANKIE ELLIS REYNOLDS, deceased, late of Appling County, Georgia, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment to the estate.
This 8th day of July, 2014.
James A. Reynolds,
Executor of the Last Will and Testament of Frankie Ellis Reynolds, deceased
c/o STEPHEN E. TILLMAN
ATTORNEY AT LAW
4 South Lee Street
Baxley, GA 31515
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This 8th day of July, 2014.
James A. Reynolds,
Executor of the Last Will and Testament of Frankie Ellis Reynolds, deceased
c/o STEPHEN E. TILLMAN
ATTORNEY AT LAW
4 South Lee Street
Baxley, GA 31515
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