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Skipper completes marathons in 7 continents
Appling native Nathan Skipper loved running and playing recreational football and basketball. Born to parents George and Joyce Skipper, Nathan graduated from Georgia Southern University and moved to Atlanta. He now resides in Ellenwood with his wife, Wilma, and two sons, Dezmond and Joshua. In 1996, Nathan began to experience pain in his right knee…
Read MoreBehind the Seams
In early 2024, the Appling County Quilt club began hosting classes at the Appling County Public Library. Just one year later, the group has outgrown the library in terms of both membership and physical space to spread materials. Over twenty members now meet at Mt. Vernon Church for a monthly four-hour workshop. The class receives…
Read MorePinwheels for Prevention
Since 1983, April has been designated Child Abuse Prevention Month in the United States. The United States federal Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act defines child abuse and neglect as “any recent act or failure to act on the part of a parent or caretaker which results in death, serious physical or emotional harm, sexual…
Read MoreGHSA forces Appling High to forfeit 2024 football games
Last week, after all appeal attempts were completed, the Appling County High School (ACHS) was forced to forfeit all 2024 Pirate football games and placed on “Severe Warning Status” for next season by the Georgia High School Association due to player recruitment and for playing an ineligible player. In a letter dated March 28 to…
Read MoreAmazing Appling Athletes
After weeks of practice and hard work, the Amazing Appling Athletes will be hitting the field for the first time on April 22. The Bulldogs and the Pirates will meet on the T-ball fields at the Rec Department each Tuesday at 5:30 until May 27. The Amazing Appling Athletes is a special needs league all…
Read MoreChamber of Commerce hosts Great Gatsby Gala
The Appling County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Gala on the evening of Thursday, April 17, at the Barn at Melan Farms. The theme for the evening was The Great Gatsby, and attendees wore 1920s-style outfits to match the decor. Chamber President Bryan Shipes opened the program by thanking sponsors for their continued investment…
Read MoreNew mural in Downtown Baxley
The Downtown Development Authority of Baxley (DDA) held a regular meeting on Thursday, April 10 at City Hall. The minutes and financial reports from the previous meeting were reviewed and approved. The first order of business was that the mural project was underway, and Lee Mobley had begun painting that morning. The painting of 1950s…
Read MoreNational Crime Victims’ Rights Week
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week is observed annually in April to promote victims rights and services. National Crime Victims’ Rights Week was observed this year on April 6-12, 2025. The U.S. Attorney’s Office (USAO) and other local agencies are commemorating this important awareness week by highlighting those who have been impacted or lost their lives…
Read MoreSpecial Olympics 2025
There was a large turnout at the Special Olympics on Friday, April 11, at Appling County High School. The event was made possible by countless teachers, staff, and parents with over 50 community sponsors. Participants lined up with excitement as the National Anthem was performed by the Appling County High School chorus. Special Olympics is…
Read MoreCity of Baxley hosts annual Easter Egg Hunt
The City of Baxley hosted its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, April 11 at the Waterworks Park. A crowd of kids ages 12 and under had a great time searching for 2,000 Easter eggs, taking pictures with the Easter Bunny, and enjoying refreshments of lemonade and cookies. Each of the twelve Prize Eggs contained…
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