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At the heart of being Ukrainian

Dear editor: As the world begins week eight following the Russian military invasion of Ukraine, mounting reports of atrocities lave us evermore emotionally exhausted - the deliberate missile strike of April 8 on an eastern Ukraine railway station killing more than 50 and injuring an additional 100...

GDOT plans for Lake Oconee Parkway

Dear editor: GDOT says they are proceeding with their highway 44 road widening project, completely ignoring the objections of 95% of the citizens of Lake Oconee who responded to their public hearing.

CRIME REPORTS

MORGAN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE A Morgan County deputy responding to a call about two suspicious persons walking down Newborn Road found two juveniles carrying backpacks and food. The MCSO was able to determine they were runaway juveniles from Newton County.

Diamond Dogs drop two to Burke County

The Morgan County Bulldogs (17-8) dropped two of three in last week’s series against the Burke County Bears (18-4). After a dominant 10-1 win over the Bears in the first game, the Diamond Dogs couldn’t find the same success at the plate in the next two games.
James with a springtime hybrid.

James with a springtime hybrid.

The Lake Oconee spring bite

Lake Oconee right now, despite the manic behavior of the weather, is entering the best fishing we experience every year regarding the striper bite. Quite frankly, anyone with a boat of any size and with basic electronics can find fish. With a few basic setups, you can catch fish!

23rd Annual Greene County Pro Rodeo scheduled

Yeehaw! Spring has sprung and so has the time for good ‘ole rodeo fun. The 23rd Annual Greene County Pro Rodeo is just around the corner! Bring you, your family and friends to the covered Greene County Agricultural Center Arena, 1180 C.
Featured in the family documentary are Nancy Moore, Teri Stewart, Diane Boswell and Janice Coile. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Featured in the family documentary are Nancy Moore, Teri Stewart, Diane Boswell and Janice Coile. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Small Town Threads: Growing up in Greensboro in the 1960s

The premier of a locally produced documentary was shown at Festival Hall in Greensboro. Produced by an independent film production company in Savannah, “Small Town Threads” features a family reminiscing about growing up during segregation in Greensboro in the early 1960s.