Entries from September 2014

Please stop for school buses

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Friday, September 26. 2014
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They are big, yellow and stop frequently in the morning and afternoon hours of each weekday during the school year. School buses provide transportation for over 4,000 thousand students in Appling County to and from school on a daily basis. Regrettably, not all drivers obey the law when a bus is stopped to pick up children. [Full Story »] 

A seasonal thing

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Thursday, September 25. 2014
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My youngest grandson Will and his faithful dog Dixie had quite an encounter with a nest of yellow jackets yesterday at his home in Sandy Springs. Dixie was nosing along the ground, exploring an area where they commonly play, when she managed to incense the vicious insects. They swarmed from their disturbed nest and attacked the dog and Will. Julie, Will’s mama, managed to rescue him and head him toward the house and safety. Nobody had to tell Dixie to run. She beat them back to safety, but was quite concerned about her young master, who was howling as they tore his clothes off and checked him for damage. He sustained 15 or so stings, but a hefty dose of Benadryl soon took care of him. Dixie has a swollen nose, but is no worse for the experience. [Full Story »] 

Ms. Newsome and Mr. Hilliard to wed Oct. 11

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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Mr. and Mrs. Randy Newsome of Baxley are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Miranda Marie, to Benjamin Griffin Hilliard, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hilliard, Jr. of Glennville. [Full Story »] 

Ms. Crosby and Mr. Hickox to wed in October 4 ceremony

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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Tarry Crosby of Baxley and Mary and James Turner of Alma announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Ashley Lynn Crosby of Alma, to Thomas Mathew Hickox of Waycross, son of W. T. and Sherri Hickox of Waycross. [Full Story »] 

Ms. Ryles to marry Mr. Long Oct. 11

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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Johnny and Rhonda Ryles of Hazlehurst are proud to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Jaiden Danielle, to Jordan Long, son of John and Judy Long of Ludowici. [Full Story »] 

Thinning out the alternatives for Jekyll Island deer

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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I have one of the most interesting jobs in the world. One day I am advising world leaders on the nuances of international monetary policy. The next day I am consoling a distraught reader who thinks I need to “look within myself spiritually.” The last time I looked within myself, I saw my navel. It was full of lint. Never again. [Full Story »] 

‘We are hearing little about pervasiveness of corruption and incompetence’

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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WASHINGTON (Sept. 19, 2014) – Angered by a recent IG report on the Department of Veterans Affairs and the testimony of senior VA officials, American Legion National Commander Michael D. Helm  sent a pointed letter to President Obama reminding him that he promised to institute “a critical culture of accountability” within the troubled health care system. Helm said that the change in culture has still not been achieved. [Full Story »] 

Lisa Washam Hazlett

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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Miles-Nobles Funeral Home announces the death of Lisa Washam Hazlett, 52, who passed away Thursday, September 18, 2014 at Meadows Regional Medical Center. She was a native of Appling County and had lived in Jacksonville, FL for the past 30 years. She was a Logistics Coordinator at Yusen Logistics. [Full Story »] 

Lillie Bell Nail Peacock

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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Lillie Bell Nail Peacock, 99, of Fernandina Beach, Florida, died Wednesday, September 17, 2014. Peacock was born October 23, 1914 in Baxley to the late Abner Mitchell Nail and the late Lula Carter Nail. She was the owner and operator of Pete’s Nursery in Jacksonville, Florida. Peacock was a loving mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Monroe Peacock, Sr. [Full Story »] 

J.C. Scarborough

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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J.C. Scarborough, 91, died September 16, 2014 in the Pavilion. Scarborough was born January 19, 1923 in Appling County to the late David McCoy Scarborough and the late Annie Mercer Scarborough. He was a member of Asbury United Methodist Church. Scarborough retired from AKZO Chemical Utility. He was preceded in death by a son, Stanley Scarborough. [Full Story »] 

Shelton Ray Sellers

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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Miles-Nobles Funeral Home announces the death of Shelton Ray Sellers, 68, who passed away Thursday, September 18, 2014 the Medical Center of Central Georgia in Macon. He was a native and lifelong resident of Appling County and a retired Maintenance Supervisor at Propex with 43 years of service. He enjoyed farming, going to his granddaughters softball games and spending time with family. [Full Story »] 

Betty Voncil Spell

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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Miles-Nobles Funeral Home announces the death of Betty Voncil Spell, 70, who passed away Friday, September 12, 2014 at her residence under the care of Hospice of Golden Isles. She was a lifelong resident of Appling County; a homemaker, secretary of Spell’s Construction, and a member of Altamaha Church of God. Mrs. Spell was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. [Full Story »] 

Lily Bullard Webb

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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Mrs. Lily Bullard Webb, 90, of Baxley, died Thursday, September 18, 2014, in the Pavilion. Webb was born May 12, 1924 in Hawkinsville, to the late Remus Ben Bullard and the late Ida Louise McKinney Bullard. She was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church and was a graduate of Coastal College. [Full Story »] 

Pirates blast Beach High, now 3-1

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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By Matt Gardner

The Appling County Pirates (3-1 overall, 1-1 Region 1-AAA) hosted Beach High (2-3, 1-2) and were able to get the win, 31-6. The Pirates will next travel to Toombs County (2-1, 2-0) who are coming off a bye week and a 20-12 victory over Beach on September 11. The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. [Full Story »] 

Eagles soar past Kings Way 54-14

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Wednesday, September 24. 2014
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The Appling Christian Academy Eagles (5-1 overall) defeated Kings Way (0-3) 54-14 on the road on September 19. The Eagles will have an open week this Friday, September 26 and will then host Peoples Baptist on October 3 beginning at 7:30 p.m.
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