Community

Skyla Morris/Staff

Skyla Morris/Staff

Exclusive Subscriber Content

MCHS graduates take Senior Walk

Skyla Morris
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Morgan County’s Class of 2026 took a trip down memory lane and walked the halls of their former schools on May 20 before receiving their diplomas two days later.
The Memorial Day event was opened by the presentation of colors. Audience members placed hands over hearts during the presentation. T. Michael Stone/Staff

The Memorial Day event was opened by the presentation of colors. Audience members placed hands over hearts during the presentation. T. Michael Stone/Staff

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Madison hosts annual Ride for Freedom

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, May 28, 2026
The threat of rain thinned the herd of motorcycles making the trip from Loganville to Madison on Memorial Day. Still, it did not dampen the spirit of patriotism on display among those who chose to participate.
L-R: Janet Sadowsky, Mike Gravgaard, Yvette Richards, Betty Aubin (100+ Who Care DWLO), Michelee Dickens, Executive Director SANE, Norm Aubin, and Fran Gravgaard (100+ Who Care DWLO). CONTRIBUTED

L-R: Janet Sadowsky, Mike Gravgaard, Yvette Richards, Betty Aubin (100+ Who Care DWLO), Michelee Dickens, Executive Director SANE, Norm Aubin, and Fran Gravgaard (100+ Who Care DWLO). CONTRIBUTED

Del Webb donates to SANE

News Staff
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Del Webb Lake Oconee 100+ Who Care members donated $7,057 to SANE, Inc. in the organization’s second quarter.SANE, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit agency that serves 10 counties in Georgia, including Greene County.
The Farm at Oconee eventually hosted a packed house filled with patriotic concert goers last Saturday for the annual Oconee Performing Arts Society (OPAS) Memorial Day Weekend Concert. CONTRIBUTED

The Farm at Oconee eventually hosted a packed house filled with patriotic concert goers last Saturday for the annual Oconee Performing Arts Society (OPAS) Memorial Day Weekend Concert. CONTRIBUTED

Patriotic performances highlight OPAS Memorial Day concert

News Staff
Thursday, May 28, 2026
The Oconee Performing Arts Society (OPAS) Memorial Day Weekend Concert brought the community together on May 23 for an evening of country favorites, patriotic selections, student recognition, and family fun under the stars.
Bagpipers and drummers play outside as attendees arrive to First Presbyterian Church in Greensboro for Scottish Heritage Day. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Bagpipers and drummers play outside as attendees arrive to First Presbyterian Church in Greensboro for Scottish Heritage Day. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Exclusive Subscriber Content

First Presbyterian hosts Scottish Heritage Day

Leigh Lofgren
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Scottish Heritage Day at Greensboro’s First Presbyterian Church (GFPC) was well attended on Sunday by parishioners and special guests, including Greene County Sheriff Donnie Harrison.
Greene County residents Dana and Dr. Pablo Santamaria (center, with scissors and bow) opened InMotion Wellness initially based on Pablo’s exposure to the benefits of targeted, assisted stretching after undergoing an operation to correct a painful back condition. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Greene County residents Dana and Dr. Pablo Santamaria (center, with scissors and bow) opened InMotion Wellness initially based on Pablo’s exposure to the benefits of targeted, assisted stretching after undergoing an operation to correct a painful back condition. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Exclusive Subscriber Content

InMotion Wellness Studio stretches for success

Ian Tocher
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Just a few weeks after opening its doors in Lake Country, InMotion Wellness Studio is already seeing strong demand for its assisted stretching therapy and recovery services.InMotion Wellness is owned by Greene County residents Dana and Dr.
The Plaza Arts Center’s summer camp offerings demonstrate how arts education can inspire creativity, encourage teamwork, and help young people grow in confidence. CONTRIBUTED

The Plaza Arts Center’s summer camp offerings demonstrate how arts education can inspire creativity, encourage teamwork, and help young people grow in confidence. CONTRIBUTED

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Summer camp fun for young artists at The Plaza

News Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Families looking for enriching summer activities for children and teens will find a wide range of creative opportunities this summer at The Plaza Arts Center in downtown Eatonton.First up is Camp Broadway, held June 1-5 in partnership with The Arts Barn.
CONTRIBUTED

CONTRIBUTED

Moonlight on Main brings community together

News Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Downtown Greensboro’s first Moonlight on Main concert of the summer brought the community together for a night full of music, dancing, shopping, and family fun in the heart of downtown Greensboro.
The Jazz Legacy Project opened its tribute to Louis Armstrong with “Bourbon Street Parade.” LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

The Jazz Legacy Project opened its tribute to Louis Armstrong with “Bourbon Street Parade.” LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Exclusive Subscriber Content

JLP presents music of Louis Armstrong

Leigh Lofgren
Thursday, May 21, 2026
The Jazz Legacy Project (JLP) returned to Greensboro’s historic Festival Hall on May 14, with a tribute concert celebrating the music and life of jazz legend Louis Armstrong.
Subscribe to