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Greene County hosts Pro Rodeo this weekend

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
This ain’t Greene County’s first rodeo.In fact, it’s the 27th annual Greene County Pro Rodeo, set for April 24–25 at the Greene County Agricultural Center, located at 1180 C. Weldon Smith Dr. in Greensboro, near the driver’s license office.
The Plaza Alliance for the Performing Arts (PAPA) presented “Play On!” a literal comedy of errors that still has one more weekend’s worth of laughs to deliver. GORDON COLUMBINE

The Plaza Alliance for the Performing Arts (PAPA) presented “Play On!” a literal comedy of errors that still has one more weekend’s worth of laughs to deliver. GORDON COLUMBINE

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PAPA presents ‘Play On!’ at The Plaza

Gordon Columbine
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Last Thursday, audiences at The Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton were treated to a lively and thoroughly entertaining production of “Play On!” by Rick Abbot, presented by the Plaza Alliance for the Performing Arts (PAPA).
OPAS will continue its Unplugged series this year on May 1, when it welcomes the Augusta Symphony to the First Methodist Church in Greensboro for “Let’s Groove Tonight: Motown & The Philly Sound.” PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED

OPAS will continue its Unplugged series this year on May 1, when it welcomes the Augusta Symphony to the First Methodist Church in Greensboro for “Let’s Groove Tonight: Motown & The Philly Sound.” PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED

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OPAS: UNPLUGGED

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
OPAS delivers afternoon of chamber music, arts educationThis past Sunday at 3 p.m., the Oconee Performing Arts Society (OPAS) presented a captivating installment of its OPAS Unplugged series, offering audiences an intimate and artistically rich chamber music experience.
Seven MCHS Chorus students took home the 2026 GHSA AA Literary state championship title for the Men’s Quartet and Women’s Trio Categories. Both groups performed their musical pieces for the board.

Seven MCHS Chorus students took home the 2026 GHSA AA Literary state championship title for the Men’s Quartet and Women’s Trio Categories. Both groups performed their musical pieces for the board.

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MCHS students recognized in various categories at March BOE meeting

Story And Photos By Skyla Morris
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Morgan County’s Board of Education recognized several high school students during the Apr. 13 meeting for athletic and academic achievements.
Thillen Education Foundation featured on national podcast

Thillen Education Foundation featured on national podcast

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Thillen Education Foundation featured on national podcast

From Poverty To Purpose
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Dave Thillen, founder of the Thillen Education Foundation, was recently interviewed by Jim Masters, host of the “Close Up Radio” podcast, highlighting a program that is reshaping outcomes for high school students in Greene County.
When children outgrow you

When children outgrow you

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When children outgrow you

Ronda Rich
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Through the years, I’ve watched as friends stepped back and allowed their children to grow into adults. There has been very little meddling and, without exception, the children have turned into fine people.

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Madison Main Street to host Madison Fest next Saturday

News Staff
Thursday, April 16, 2026
The City of Madison has announced the return of Madison Fest April 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Madison Town Park. This annual event invites residents and visitors alike to experience a vibrant celebration of spring, showcasing the very best of local art, music, and community traditions.
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Egg-citing day in Harbor Club

Leigh Lofgren
Thursday, April 9, 2026
The annual Harbor Club Easter Egg Hunt returned in full force last Saturday, with hundreds of children, their families, and friends participating in the fun.
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