Weekly Cartoon
Liberality of love
Love has become a word we use so freely it has lost its true meaning; we “love” our morning coffee, a new pair of shoes, or a catchy song on the radio. This casual and widespread application of a term once reserved for profound human connection has rendered it almost meaningless. When we express the…
Read MoreRandall Robert Thomas
Randall Robert Thomas, 84, of Baxley passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at Community Hospice in Vidalia. Mr. Thomas was born November 1, 1940 in Appling County to the late William Frank Thomas and the late Ruby Pearl Davis Thomas. He was a member of the Baxley Christian Fellowship and was a self-employed mason. Mr.…
Read MoreSin no more
When the religious zealots brought the woman caught in adultery to Jesus, they said, “Teacher, this woman was caught in the act of adultery. In the Law, Moses commanded us to stone such women. Now what do you say?” They were using this question as a trap, in order to have a basis for accusing…
Read MoreModern day martyr
As you all know, Charlie Kirk was killed Wednesday, September 10, at a Utah college event. Charlie was a conservative Christian, co-founder of Turning Point USA, and an ally of President Donald Trump. He stood for everything good that our country was founded on, truth, morality, and Biblical Christian values. His strong beliefs and standing…
Read MoreHarry Wilson Moody
Mr. Harry Wilson Moody, 74, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at his residence after an extended illness. Mr. Harry was a native and lifelong resident of Appling County, a retired truck driver for DOT Foods, and an avid Cattleman. He was a member of Spring Branch Church and a loving brother, father, grandfather,…
Read MoreJenean Crosby Twiggs
Jenean Crosby Twiggs, 90, of Baxley passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, September 13, 2025. A lifelong resident of Appling County, Jenean was a proud graduate of Baxley High School and dedicated her life to education, family, and community. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carlos Fentris Crosby and Beatrice…
Read MoreVincent “Edward” Boatright
Mr. Vincent “Edward” Boatright, 72, passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Oxley Park Health and Rehabilitation in Lyons, after an extended illness. He was born in Alma, and had lived in Baxley, for the past 25 years. Mr. Edward was employed as a cleaner at Milliken before his retirement. He was a member…
Read MoreBobby Overstreet
Bobby Overstreet, 68 of Hazlehurst, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at his residence. Mr. Overstreet was born November 23, 1956, in Appling County to the late Evans Overstreet, Sr. and the late Cleo Jewell Yawn Overstreet. He was a retired contractor with Local 256. Bobby enjoyed hunting and watching old TV shows, especially the…
Read MoreLEGAL NOTICES FOR 09-10-2025
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF APPLING COUNTY STATE OF GEORGIA IN RE: Estate of JACQUELYN B. MCKINNON, deceased All creditors of the estate of Jacquelyn B. Mckinnon, deceased, late of Appling County, Georgia, are hereby notified to render their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to estate are required to…
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