Legislation to strip librarians of their criminal immunity from a law that makes it illegal to give “harmful” books and other content to minors is moving quickly through the Georgia General Assembly, ...

Although the concern exists all year round, with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, romance scams are extremely prevalent at this time of year. This is a great time to stay aware and also check ...

The Lady Spartans ended their winning streak with a tough loss against the Robert Toombs Crusader on Thursday. Senior Leila Eastmead led all scores with 15 points, connecting on two three-pointers and ...

Brandon Garrett, Director of Elections and Registration for Burke County, said this week that The Burke County Board of Elections wants citizens to know that 2026 is gearing up to be a busy election ...

There is a different kind of silence that comes with a winter funeral. From the seat of a hearse, snow has a way of softening the world, covering sharp edges, and reminding us how small we really are.

We are now well into the 2026 Legislative Session, and the work under the Gold Dome is moving quickly. Even with winter weather trying to slow things down, the Senate stayed on track and focused on ...

This past weekend was the opening qualifier for the state sectionals for both the Bears and Lady Bears wrestling teams. The girls were set to wrestle on Saturday at Locust Grove, but that was ...

Fifteen years ago, I wrote a column that I came to regret as soon as it was published. Whenever I hear someone say proudly that he has no regrets in life, a string of regrets run through my heart and ...

Almost a year ago I woke up in a hospital room in Lubbock, Texas. I had been in an induced coma for over two weeks after suffering a massive stroke. It took me a few days to get my mind right, but I ...

Friday, Feb. 6 Camp Lawton Tour — 1 - 2 p.m. Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led hike to Camp Lawton's 161 year old earthen fort. Along the way we will discover more about this Civil ...

Martha Elizabeth “Liz” Avret passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Born March 24, 1945, she was a 1963 graduate of Hephzibah High School. She retired from Bellsouth ...

The Bears’ basketball season is coming down to the wire. When this is published, they will only have one game remaining before their region tournament. All-in-all, the Bears have had a respectable ...