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On any given day in Greene County, there are approximately 30 - 36 children needing foster care but with only two approved foster homes. This creates major chaos in the lives of these children. They are being pulled from the only life they know, but where will they go? The answer is many will be sent to other areas of the state where they will be forced to start over in pieces. Fortunately, Jody Sandwick and the Board of Directors of Circle Ranch have a long-term solution to this heartbreaking problem.
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The Steffen Thomas Museum of Art invites the public to a reception on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2 - 4 p.m. for Black Heritage and the Brotherhood of Man, a new exhibition showcasing 10 contemporary African American artists from Georgia.
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Hues of Boys & Girls Club blue shinned across exposed brick while laughter, tears and heartfelt gratitude could be heard from the Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Georgia’s Doors to Great Futures donor, volunteer and Youth of the Year awards dinner.
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Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club youth recently organized another successful blood drive.
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BankSouth has committed to be a sponsor of the 2020 Heart and Soul Gala at The Ritz-Carlton, Reynolds Lake Oconee.
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Canines and their companions put their best paw forward to support the Humane Society of Morgan County last weekend as the no-kill animal shelter hosted its inaugural Paws and Purrs Winter Gala. One hundred Morgan County residents traveled to Greensboro’s pet-friendly brewery, Oconee Brewing Company, on Saturday, Jan. 25, to raise support for the local center whose mission is to save more animals’ lives by promoting adoptions of healthy, friendly companion animals obtained from overcrowded animal control facilities and owner surrenders. The event was deemed a howling success, raising over $15,000.
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FAMILY FEATURES No matter the occasion, a good host knows that great food is the key to any party. These crowd-pleasing snacks and desserts are the perfect treats to make your gathering just a little sweeter.
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I am always amazed at the number of civic and benevolent organizations here in Lake Country that work hard in providing needed assistance to local residents. And this past weekend I became exposed to Living Life Team, Inc., a small service-oriented organization with an ambitious mission “to empower people who are visually impaired to obtain an independent life by encouraging and discovering one’s self-worth through the prosperity of growth and self-determination.”
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