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C. Orstad

Macon suspects arrested for theft, racketeering

Lynn Hobbs
Friday, June 3, 2022
Four Macon people are being held without bond in jail at the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office because they “picked the wrong town.” The four are accused of stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of items from the Eatonton Walmart using some creative means, according to authorities.

CRIME REPORTS

News Staff
Friday, June 3, 2022
MORGAN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE A Morgan County deputy was dispatched to an Atlanta Highway address May 25 in reference to a domestic dispute. Due to conflicting statements, a warrant hearing will be scheduled.
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A featured author book review: Crooked Truth

News Staff
Friday, June 3, 2022
Each month, Georgia Writers Museum submits a book review to the Eatonton Messenger. These books are written by our monthly featured authors who participate in our legacy “Meet the Author” series.
Dr. Patti Bradley, Dr. David Bradley, Dr. Shelly Pound and Dr. Andrea Feldman of Lake Oconee Dentistry. CONTRIBUTED

Dr. Patti Bradley, Dr. David Bradley, Dr. Shelly Pound and Dr. Andrea Feldman of Lake Oconee Dentistry. CONTRIBUTED

Lake Oconee Dentistry celebrates 24 years of business

News Staff
Friday, June 3, 2022
This year marks the 24th anniversary of Lake Oconee Dentistry. Owned and operated by Drs. David and Patti Bradley, the practice provides standard preventative maintenance exams and cleanings, as well as a variety of cosmetic and restorative dental enhancements.
Putnam County Superintendent Eric Arena approves of all the graduates so they may receive their diplomas.

Putnam County Superintendent Eric Arena approves of all the graduates so they may receive their diplomas.

Putnam County High School graduates receive diplomas

Photos And Story By Arella Cash
Friday, June 3, 2022
Putnam County High School honored a major academic stepping stone in students’ academic career May 27. This graduating class has been the most successful, receiving numerous scholarships as well as being the largest graduating percentage at 98.9%.
Rhonda Rich

Rhonda Rich

When twilight comes

Ronda Rich
Friday, June 3, 2022
Sometimes in the twilight of a fading day, I sit for a spell on the back porch. Occasionally, I read but often times I just watch and listen.
A Greene County class of 2022 graduate smiles as he walks across the stage after receiving his diploma. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

A Greene County class of 2022 graduate smiles as he walks across the stage after receiving his diploma. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

GCHS sends off class of 2022

Lance McCurley
Friday, June 3, 2022
Tiger Stadium was packed on Friday, May 27 for Greene County High School’s graduation ceremony. Family, friends and community members all gathered in the stands to watch the 81 graduates from GCHS walk across the stage and receive their diplomas.
Students speak to their fellow graduates to open the 2022 graduation ceremony at Morgan County High School. BRENDAN KOERNER/Staff

Students speak to their fellow graduates to open the 2022 graduation ceremony at Morgan County High School. BRENDAN KOERNER/Staff

MCHS graduates more than 200 students

Brendan Koerner
Friday, June 3, 2022
Morgan County’s senior class of 209 students finally got to turn their tassels last Friday night and officially graduate from Morgan County High School. The ceremony was held under the lights of Bill Corry Stadium and marked a special milestone for everyone involved.

Accident on Lake Oconee injures two

Lynn Hobbs
Friday, June 3, 2022
DNR authorities and Greene County EMS are working a single-vessel accident on Lake Oconee this afternoon. A Jet Ski struck a wake and the two people aboard were injured, according to Putnam County Sheriff's Lt.
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