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Tree removal from courthouse fuels speculation

Maureen Stratton
Thursday, August 3, 2023
A drive into downtown Greensboro used to feature three stately oaks that framed the Greene County Courthouse. It provided a canopy on hot days and complemented the historic appeal of the city.
Students joined GCSS officials, Board of Education members, teachers and parents to break ground for Greene’s County’s new elementary school. The site is on Meadow Crest Road. CONTRIBUTED

Students joined GCSS officials, Board of Education members, teachers and parents to break ground for Greene’s County’s new elementary school. The site is on Meadow Crest Road. CONTRIBUTED

Ground broken at site of new elementary school

Maureen Stratton
Thursday, August 3, 2023
A groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday marked the construction site for Greene County’s new elementary school, secured through a favorable result from last year’s ESPLOST vote.
Angela Sauter gives younger daughter Elowen a ride while older sister Hadley rides alongside on an electric scooter. LENA HENSLEY/Staff

Angela Sauter gives younger daughter Elowen a ride while older sister Hadley rides alongside on an electric scooter. LENA HENSLEY/Staff

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Eatonton businesses celebrate simultaneous grand openings

Lena Hensley
Thursday, July 27, 2023
The parking lot was full July 14, alongside Scott Road in Eatonton near Lake Oconee as two stores – The Boat Shop and Ride – joined forces in presenting the Boats, Bikes and Beer Block Party to celebrate joint grand openings.
Representatives of the Exchange Bank delivered a $25,000 donation made through the Georgia HEART program earlier this year to Putnam General Hospital CEO Alan Horton (center). CONTRIBUTED

Representatives of the Exchange Bank delivered a $25,000 donation made through the Georgia HEART program earlier this year to Putnam General Hospital CEO Alan Horton (center). CONTRIBUTED

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Have a HEART with Putnam General Hospital

Ian Tocher
Thursday, July 27, 2023
Time is running out for local businesses and individuals to donate to Putnam General Hospital (PGH) through this year’s Georgia HEART (Helping Enhance Access to Rural Treatment) program that allows taxpayers to designate where some or all of their annual state tax obligation is spent.
Festival Hall unveiled its new Steinway piano during a Piano and Art Celebration July 19. CONTRIBUTED

Festival Hall unveiled its new Steinway piano during a Piano and Art Celebration July 19. CONTRIBUTED

Festival Hall hosts Piano and Art Celebration

News Staff
Thursday, July 27, 2023
Festival Hall in Greensboro unveiled its new Steinway piano during a Piano and Art Celebration, July 19. Festival Hall’s celebration and piano recital welcomed Hall supporters and donors, while paying special honor to Isabel B.
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Morgan deputies chase down fleeing suspect

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, July 27, 2023
A man wanted on felony arrest warrants in Baldwin County led Morgan County deputies on a brief chase on July 20, but the suspect was apprehended after his BMW collided with an MCSO vehicle.
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STRs, de-annexation again dominate BOC meeting

Rufus Adair
Thursday, July 27, 2023
On Tuesday last week, the Putnam County Board of Commissioners (BOC) postponed to September the schedule for a new short-term rentals ordinance, and with little comment approved forwarding to Eatonton City Council a new batch of de-annexation requests.
Nicole Green stands among the palms and fountain in the courtyard of The Palms on Main. MAUREEN STRATTON/Staff

Nicole Green stands among the palms and fountain in the courtyard of The Palms on Main. MAUREEN STRATTON/Staff

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Greensboro’s newest event venue opens on Main Street

Maureen Stratton
Thursday, July 27, 2023
Despite many brides-to-be wanting traditional weddings in churches, the times have changed, and many are now opting to book special venues to celebrate the day. A new one, The Palms on Main, is located in the former Dream Catchers and Lake and Local store on 104 S. Main St.
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