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Sixth Annual Baxley Lions Club Rodeo held

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Thursday, October 27. 2016

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By Bryan Shipes

The Baxley Lions Club hosted its annual rodeo on Friday, October 21 and Saturday, October 22 at the Tri-County Fairgrounds in Baxley.

Events for the two nights included Bareback Bronco Riding, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Cowgirls’ Breakaway Roping, Calf Scramble for ages seven and under, Calf Scramble for ages eight to twelve, Calf Roping, Women’s Barrel Racing and Bull Riding. [Full Story »]

Pirates fall to Herons, to host Pierce for senior night

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Wednesday, October 26. 2016

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By Matt Gardner

The Appling County Pirates (4-3 overall, 1-2 Region 2-AAA) traveled to face the Brantley County Herons (5-2, 2-1) on October 21 falling 45-59. The Pirates are scheduled to host the Pierce County Bears (6-2, 3-0) on Friday, October 28 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Prior to the game Appling County Lady Pirate and Pirate seniors are to be honored. [Full Story »]

Rams to host Waycross for Championship

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Wednesday, October 26. 2016

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The Appling County Middle School Ram football team will host Waycross in the championship game on Wednesday, October 26 beginning at 5:00 p.m. at Jimmy Swain Stadium. The Rams made it to the championship game by defeating Pierce County 34-8 on October 19. Pictured above are Ram defenders tackling a Pierce County player.

Austin Dixon wins 18th Annual Big Buck Contest

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Wednesday, October 26. 2016

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By Bryan Shipes

The Wheaton Break Big Buck Contest entered into its 18th year on the opening (firearm) day of deer season for the 2016 year. [Full Story »]

Legislative reception held

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Wednesday, October 19. 2016

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On Tuesday, October 11 the Baxley-Appling County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Legislative Reception. [Full Story »]

Pirates play two, go 1-1

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Wednesday, October 19. 2016

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By Matt Gardner

The Appling County Pirates (4-2 overall, 1-1 Region 2-AAA) played two region contests over the past week due to Hurricane Matthew. The Pirates first traveled to Long County (1-3-2, 0-2) on Tuesday, October 11 winning 59-29. The Pirates second contest came at home against Liberty County (6-1, 2-0) on Saturday, October 15 with the Pirates losing 26-7. [Full Story »]

HURRICANE MATTHEW

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Wednesday, October 12. 2016

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Hurricane Matthew caused considerable havoc on the Golden Isles and parts of southeast Georgia last week and continues to cause trouble for some people who have not been able to return home in severly impacted areas along the coast. [Full Story »]

Paint the Town Pink

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Wednesday, October 12. 2016

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By Helen Burkett Prencke

On Tuesday, October 4, Appling HealthCare System hosted the sixth annual Paint the Town Pink event in the Pavilion’s dining hall. Approximately one hundred people participated in the Roaring Twenties themed bingo night. [Full Story »]

Cookout in the Park held

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Wednesday, October 12. 2016

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On Tuesday, October 4 the Baxley-Appling County Chamber of Commerce sponsored a free family event at the City Water Works Park in Downtown Baxley. The evening was full of music, entertainment, food and fun for people of all ages. Station No. 7 along with other local musicians displayed their musical talent at the pavilion that over looks the splash pad. The cookout, blowup slides and bounce houses were set up at on the site of the soon-to-be completed farmer’s market on the neighboring block.

Jim Ammons honored for 29 years of service

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Wednesday, October 5. 2016

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By Steve Simmons

At the September 27 meeting of the Baxley City Council a motion was made approving a resolution to James “Jim” S. Ammons for 29 years of service to the City of Baxley’s Fire Department. The motion was unanimous as City Manager Jeff Baxley, Mayor Steve Rigdon and councilmembers made comments congratulating Jim and thanking him for his efforts and explained that through him the community was made safer. Trampis Carter was made the new fire chief effective September 14 and Stephen Wolfson has moved up to assistant fire chief. [Full Story »]