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A super sunset and a super moon

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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B. J. and I love to stroll on beaches under a full moon. We have been on beaches under full moons from Hawaii to Naples, Italy. It is a wonderful feeling and we love it. Perhaps the only feeling that equals being on a beautiful beach under a full moon is being on a Caribbean cruise under a full moon. [Full Story »] 

Ellis Grady “Buddy” Carter

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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Ellis Grady “Buddy” Carter, 92, of Boiling Springs, SC, entered into the presence of the glory of God on Saturday, March 26, 2011 at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. Born May 30, 1918 in Baxley, he was the son of the late David Chatman and Lula Mae Sapp Carter and the husband of the late Gladys Knox Carter. [Full Story »] 

Rufus Grant Devereaux

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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Rufus Grant Devereaux, 81, died Monday, March 21, 2011 at his residence. Mr. Devereaux was born in Appling County November 21, 1929 and had resided here most of his life. He was the son of the late Milton C. Devereaux and the late Evelyn Todd Devereaux. He was a retired lineman for Jacksonville Electric Authority and had served in the U.S. Navy. [Full Story »] 

Ledlie Cecil Edwards, Jr.

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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Ledlie Cecil Edwards, Jr., died March 21, 2011. Brother Ledlie was born on Sept. 27, 1953 to the late Ledlie Cecil Sr. and Rosa Lee Edwards of Surrency. He was the second oldest of seven children, three sisters and three brothers. [Full Story »] 

“Norma” Guest Smith

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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“Norma” Guest Smith, 72, of Brunswick and Jesup, died Monday, March 21, 2011, after an extended illness. The Glynn County native was a homemaker, caretaker, and predeceased by her first husband: Hugh Max Smith, Sr. [Full Story »] 

Board adopts resolution to axe position

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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By Jamie Gardner

The Appling County Commissioners held two called meetings last week on Tuesday, March 22 and Wednesday, March 23 in conjunction with the Appling County Recreation Authority. During the course of this two-day marathon of meetings, a number of closed-door sessions were held to discuss personnel and litigation associated with the Appling County Recreation Department. [Full Story »] 

Student arrested for carrying a concealed weapon at high school

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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The following are highlights of incidents that were handled by officers of the Baxley Police Department over the past several days. [Full Story »] 

Pirates recent action reported

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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By David Miller

Pirates Lose to Berrien County 8-4

The Appling County Pirates took the long trip to Nashville to face the high-powered offense of the Berrien County Rebels. The Rebels are lead by Aflac-All American Larry Greene. In fact there were several pro scouts in attendance to watch the star player. At game time the Rebels record was 9-1. The only loss of the year was to region 2AAAA powerhouse Wayne County 11-8 earlier in the year. The Rebels were ranked in the top five in class AA in the latest coach’s poll. [Full Story »] 

Georgia Fury 18 and under team wins the “Seal the Deal” ASA Tournament

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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The Georgia Fury 18 and under team traveled to Cordele, March 19th to compete in the Premier Sports Seal the Deal ASA Fastpitch Softball Tournament. [Full Story »] 

South Georgia Sluggers win tournament on March 19

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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South Georgia Sluggers 12 and Under Softball Team played and won the Peach State Diamond Sports Tournament Saturday, March 19. [Full Story »] 

Eagles improve to five and two

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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This past week the Appling Christian Baseball Team played two games. The first, played on Monday, was a non-region contest against Highland Christian of Valdosta. Playing at home the Eagle team looked sharp. Corey Reagin was the winning pitcher, giving up only three runs over the three innings of play. Reagin recorded six strikeouts while yielding only two walks and allowing just two hits. [Full Story »] 

2011 Miss Primateer and her court announced

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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Principal Brenda R. Harvey and the Appling County Primary School faculty and staff would like to introduce the 2011 Miss Primateer and her court. The winners are fourth runner up-Abigail Hernandez, second runner up-Melana Cauley, winner Miss Primateer-Natalee Carter, first runner up-Allie Simmons, third runner up-Olivia White. [Full Story »] 

ACMS 2011 Junior Miss contest winners

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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Contest winners were Mia Stone - Miss Photogenic, Kaley Knight - fourth runner up, Darienne Coleman- second runner up, Katelyn Kersey - 2011 Junior Miss, Brittney Perez - first runner up, Madeline Rentz - third runner up and Miss Congeniality and Ta’Dejasha Williams - Peoples’ Choice Award. [Full Story »] 

Mayor sets Tree Fest T-shirt Day at city council meeting

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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By Renee O’Quinn

Mayor Steve Rigdon proclaims Friday, April 8 as the official Baxley Tree Fest T-shirt Day at the regular city council meeting held March 22. Karen Glenn came before the city council with the request to make the official Tree Fest T-shirt Day April 8. Following the mayor’s proclamation Glenn presented t-shirts to the council members and thanked the council for their support. [Full Story »] 

2011 Baxley Idol singing competition to be held

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Wednesday, March 30. 2011
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Come one, come all to this year’s Baxley Idol singing competition. The event will be held at the Appling County Fine Arts Center on April 5 and 7 from 6:30-9:00 p.m. The competition for ages five through 14 will be held on April 5 and ages 15 and up and Group competition will be held on April 7. The group competition has been added this year in order to accommodate all of Appling County’s extraordinary duos, trios, etc. [Full Story »] 
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