Area News
Farewell, Mayor Varnadore!
The November election signals the start of a new era in the City of Baxley. The current Mayor, Tim Varnadore, was born and raised in Baxley, working for Bell South / AT&T for 35 and a half years. He was a part-time fireman for the city of Baxley from 1986 until 1997. According to Varnadore,…
Read MorePFGC September Garden of the Month
The Pine Forest Garden Club’s Garden of the Month for September is the home of Donald and Lorene Hunter, located at 1039 Hunter Rd. NW in Baxley. The Garden of the Month committee goes out looking for beautifully maintained gardens from March to December. In October, the club chooses a business displaying fall decorations. The…
Read MoreDAR ceremony held at Courthouse Memorial
The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) held a ceremony on Saturday, September 6, at the Appling County Courthouse memorial to commemorate the 238th anniversary of the drafting of the US Constitution. The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was founded in 1890 to promote Historic Preservation, Education, and Patriotism across the United States.…
Read MoreWilliams is the 2025 Grand Marshall for ACHS Homecoming
David Williams is a professional performer, entertainer, and emcee. He has traveled to 48 states, Canada, England, Ireland and performed in Carnegie Hall. He’s been quoted, “to mesmerize audiences with a magical touch at the piano and his mystical voice.” Williams continues to serve First Baptist Church as Minister of Music, owns and operates a…
Read MoreLocal musicians nominated to Georgia Music Hall of Fame
On September 4, Appling County icon Stagger Lee announced his nomination to the Georgia Music Hall of Fame. Lee intends for the official act to also include his brother Dale, and his sister Diana, under the stage name, Diana Lee and the Lee Brothers. Known for his remarkable contributions to the local music scene and…
Read MoreElgin Dixon named Interim Superintendent of ACSS
Following an executive session, the Appling County Board of Education voted in a split decision between two candidates for interim superintendent due to the retirement of Dr. Janet Goodman, effective September 30. Both candidates were present for the closed session. Board members Mark Green and Nicole Perkins voted in favor of the motion to hire…
Read MoreBOE showcases Ag efforts across district
At the August 24 Board of Education meeting, the school system hosted a special Ag recognition. ACHS Ag Teacher and FFA Advisor Kelsey Marchant was present to showcase the Ag programs from each school. The three main components of Georgia Ag Education are referred to as a three-circle model, comprised of Classroom instruction, Supervised Agricultural…
Read MoreA wonderful Family Gathering
The 70th anniversary of the Jack and Mariah Summerall family reunion took place from Thursday, August 21, to Sunday, August 24, in Baxley. The descendants of the family of Jack and Mariah Summerall have been gathering together annually to celebrate our bond and heritage since 1956. Hundreds of family members from the west to the…
Read MoreDeloach pleads guilty
According to Sheriff Mark Melton, on August 4, Laken Michelle Deloach entered a guilty plea in front of the Honorable Judge Stephen D. Kelley in the Appling County Superior Court. As a result of Deloach’s plea to one count of Homicide by Vehicle, First Degree, three counts of Serious Injury by Vehicle, Speeding, Failure to…
Read MoreWilborn in custody after shooting
On Thursday, August 7, at 11:20 a.m. the Appling County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to shots fired at Northside Park. Investigation revealed 35-year-old, Sammie Adams was shot by Montavious LaJames Wilborn, 23 years of age from Baxley. Wilborn fled the scene after the shooting and was arrested later that afternoon by members of the Appling…
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