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(L-R) Kevin Whitley, Josey Cameron, Georgia-Pacific plant manager Wesley Stone, Mayor Fred Perriman, Assistant Fire Chief Daniel Pennington, Tracy Brewer, and Georgia-Pacific assistant plant manager Scott Lamar at the check presentation for the Madison Fire Department. CONTRIBUTED

(L-R) Kevin Whitley, Josey Cameron, Georgia-Pacific plant manager Wesley Stone, Mayor Fred Perriman, Assistant Fire Chief Daniel Pennington, Tracy Brewer, and Georgia-Pacific assistant plant manager Scott Lamar at the check presentation for the Madison Fire Department. CONTRIBUTED

Georgia-Pacific donates to local firefighters

News Staff
Thursday, November 21, 2024
On Oct. 29, Georgia—Pacific (GP) Madison Plywood hosted a catered dinner for about 50 firefighters at Morgan County Fire Rescue.During the event, GP announced donations of $5,000 to MCFR and $5,000 to the Madison Fire Department.Following dinner, the mill’s safety team provided its annual...
(L-R) Gala committee member Chuck Shaheen, gala chair and foundation board member Riezl Baker, Landmark Development and Construction owners Brandon and Emily Burgess, and gala committee member Christa Hyatt pose for a photo at St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital. CONTRIBUTED

(L-R) Gala committee member Chuck Shaheen, gala chair and foundation board member Riezl Baker, Landmark Development and Construction owners Brandon and Emily Burgess, and gala committee member Christa Hyatt pose for a photo at St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital. CONTRIBUTED

Landmark supports Heart & Soul Gala as major sponsor

News Staff
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Landmark Construction and Development,with offices locatedin Lake Oconee and Macon,continues its commitment to the community by stepping up as a major sponsor for the highly anticipated 2025 Heart & Soul Gala.The Gala, a premier black-tie fundraiser that benefits St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital,...
Lake Oconee Academy parents, students, and teachers pooled their resources to deliver much-needed supplies to nearby communities affected by Hurricane Helene. CONTRIBUTED

Lake Oconee Academy parents, students, and teachers pooled their resources to deliver much-needed supplies to nearby communities affected by Hurricane Helene. CONTRIBUTED

LOA supports neighboring areas in hurricane relief

News Staff
Thursday, November 21, 2024
In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene on Sept. 26, the Lake Oconee Academy (LOA) community swiftly united to support nearby communities in need.Within hours, teachers, students, and LOA families reached out to Dr. Brad Bowling, LOA executive director, eager to find ways to...
The Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District honored Choate Family Farms as the 2024 Greene County Conservationist of the Year. The farm is home to approximately 550 head of sheep at two farm locations in Greene County. CONTRIBUTED

The Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District honored Choate Family Farms as the 2024 Greene County Conservationist of the Year. The farm is home to approximately 550 head of sheep at two farm locations in Greene County. CONTRIBUTED

Choate Family Farm named 2024 Conservationist of the Year

News Staff
Thursday, November 21, 2024
The Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District recently held its 63rd Annual Conservationist of the Year Banquet at Rock Eagle. Each year, over 150 farmers and partners in conservation gather to recognize and celebrate significant local efforts in the field.
Inventory on display at the expanded TJ Bishop’s Men’s Shop in downtown Madison. Photos by HANNAH BARRON/Staff

Inventory on display at the expanded TJ Bishop’s Men’s Shop in downtown Madison. Photos by HANNAH BARRON/Staff

TJ Bishop’s expands storefront

Hannah Barron
Thursday, November 14, 2024
TJ Bishop’s in downtown Madison has become a target destination for everything a man needs to complete his wardrobe—from jeans and belts to sports jackets.Before the shop opened in 2020, there was no place in Madison where men could find quality outfits.“This area needed a men’s shop,” owner...
A variety of artwork hangs on the wall at Festival Hall in Greensboro and will remain on display for the next nine months. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

A variety of artwork hangs on the wall at Festival Hall in Greensboro and will remain on display for the next nine months. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Festival Hall hosting artists’ reception

Leigh Lofgren
Thursday, November 14, 2024
Festival Hall in Greensboro will host an artists’ reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Nov. 20. The reception will feature artworks that will adorn the walls of Festival Hall for the next nine months.
Hank. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Hank. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Pets with Santa 2024

Leigh Lofgren
Thursday, November 7, 2024
The annual Pets with Santa 2024 was a fun event once again with lots of furry friends getting together with Santa for Christmas.This great event was held once again at The Grove in Harbor Club and was open to the public.
L-R: Dr. Art Torsiglieri, chairman of the Hospital Foundation Board; Elizabeth Davis, gala committee member; Tim Green, gala committee member; Angela Haun, Georgia Power area manager; Riezl Baker, gala chair and member of the Foundation Board of Directors; Lisa Tubbs, gala committee member, and Christa Hyatt, gala committee member. CONTRIBUTED

L-R: Dr. Art Torsiglieri, chairman of the Hospital Foundation Board; Elizabeth Davis, gala committee member; Tim Green, gala committee member; Angela Haun, Georgia Power area manager; Riezl Baker, gala chair and member of the Foundation Board of Directors; Lisa Tubbs, gala committee member, and Christa Hyatt, gala committee member. CONTRIBUTED

Georgia Power donates to St. Mary’s as top gala sponsor

News Staff
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Georgia Power has committed to serving as the title sponsor of Lake Oconee’s Heart and Soul Gala, the premier fundraising event benefiting St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital.
Circle of Love Executive Director Kimberly Bennett speaks at the conference. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Circle of Love Executive Director Kimberly Bennett speaks at the conference. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Lake Oconee Church hosts Women’s Wellness Conference

Leigh Lofgren
Thursday, November 7, 2024
The Women’s Wellness Conference 2024 was held on Oct. 25 at Lake Oconee Church in front of a large audience.The conference was presented by IV Wellness Solutions, highlighting two non-profit organizations in Eatonton, Cheerful Heart Ministry and The Artisans Village.
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