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The long-awaited Georgia Conservation Safari Park is making progress toward its next phase. T. MICHAEL STONE/Staff

The long-awaited Georgia Conservation Safari Park is making progress toward its next phase. T. MICHAEL STONE/Staff

Safari Park to use temporary entrance

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, April 18, 2024
The proposed Georgia Conservation Safari Park, which has wound its way through red tape and delays for the past decade, took another step toward becoming a reality recently.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

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Crime Reports (4/11/24)

News Staff
Thursday, April 11, 2024
MORGAN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICEA Morgan County deputy was dispatched to a Calloway Street address on April 3 regarding a fraud complaint. The complainant said he received an overdue notice from a bank about a credit card he said he never applied for. The case is under investigation.
Greene County Sheriff’s Deputy Leo Sierra with his new K-9 partner, Griff. CONTRIBUTED

Greene County Sheriff’s Deputy Leo Sierra with his new K-9 partner, Griff. CONTRIBUTED

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Griff the Crime Dog joins GCSO

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Oby’s successor is now on duty.The Greene County Sheriff’s Office has announced that a new K-9 deputy has joined the agency as of March 28.According to Lt.
The Old School History Museum (OSHM) Sports Wall of Fame was unveiled Sunday, featuring 11 Putnam County athletes and coaches already enshrined in a major hall of fame for their respective sports.

The Old School History Museum (OSHM) Sports Wall of Fame was unveiled Sunday, featuring 11 Putnam County athletes and coaches already enshrined in a major hall of fame for their respective sports.

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OSHM Wall of Fame exhibit features top athletes with Putnam roots

Story And Photos By Emme Clause
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Last week’s Sunday at the Museum was more grand than usual at The Plaza Arts Center. Eleven local sports greats were honored on April 7 at the unveiling of the Sports Wall of Fame. These men were recognized for excellence in their fields and most importantly have important ties to Putnam County.
Sheriff Donnie Harrison delivers the Oath of Office to new patrol deputy Quin’sha Goss. CONTRIBUTED

Sheriff Donnie Harrison delivers the Oath of Office to new patrol deputy Quin’sha Goss. CONTRIBUTED

New deputy joins sheriff’s office

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, April 11, 2024
A new deputy joined the Greene County Sheriff’s Office on March 29 with Sheriff Donnie Harrison in attendance at Quin’sha Goss’s graduation.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Georgia Writers Museum: The Next Chapter

News Staff
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Georgia Writers Museum (GWM) is excited to announce that it will be starting a major renovation to make the museum even better.GWM will be closed to visitors from Thursday, April 4, through the summer.
Two attendees view “Chromatic King” (right) that depicts a lion looking out beyond where it stands.

Two attendees view “Chromatic King” (right) that depicts a lion looking out beyond where it stands.

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Allied Arts debuts Janice Westfall exhibit

Story And Photos By Bailey Mccully
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Hailing from Eatonton, Janice Westfall debuted her exhibit at the Marlor House in Milledgeville April 5.Westfall is a self-taught artist with over a decade of experience. In her earlier days, her artwork was in black and white but has evolved into a blossoming pool of color.
Richland Pointe was designed to be easily walkable and connected with the water. CONTRIBUTED

Richland Pointe was designed to be easily walkable and connected with the water. CONTRIBUTED

Reynolds Lake Oconee builds onto Richland Pointe Community

News Staff
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Reynolds Lake Oconee continues to enjoy tremendous success with each release of lakefront, lake access, golf, and wooded homesites in its Richland Pointe community, located between Richland Pointe Village and the soon-to-debut Tom Fazio-designed golf course, Richland.
Lake Oconee Academy - Literary Meet Region Champions for the fourth year in a row. CONTRIBUTED

Lake Oconee Academy - Literary Meet Region Champions for the fourth year in a row. CONTRIBUTED

LOA named region champions, third in state at literary meet

News Staff
Thursday, April 11, 2024
High school students from Lake Oconee Academy competed on  March 8 at the Region 8A-Div.II Literary Meet and were named region champions for the fourth year in a row.
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