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Emanuel Medical Center is proud to announce it has once again been recognized by Georgia Trend magazine as one of Georgia’s Top Small Hospitals, continuing its record of excellence in care and …
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1/21/26
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A Toombs County man has been jailed on felony arson charges. Forty-nine-year-old Phillip Jones of Vidalia was arrested by Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) law enforcement officers and the Emanuel …
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1/21/26
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Don't forget to show off your loved ones!
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1/16/26
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On Thursday, January 8, while guys under Court Order were doing community service picking up trash on the side of the road, they noticed a fire dangerously close to a residence and immediately jumped …
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1/14/26
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“My name is Erica Johnson, and I am originally from Augusta, Georgia, where I was born to Charles and Ellen Goode, both of whom served as soldiers. I am a proud graduate of Georgia Southern …
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1/14/26
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Jerry Lawson is the latest Emanuel County leader to take home a professional award, earning a GRPA District 1 honor at the 2025 end-of-year banquet in Sylvania.
Surrounded by his family and …
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by HALEI LAMB, COUNTY CLERK
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1/14/26
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When Emanuel County called Mitchell Hudson’s number, he answered and stepped up. The former athlete and longtime coach now holds the playbook and is calling the shots as Emanuel County's new …
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by HALEI LAMB, COUNTY CLERK
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1/14/26
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Saturday, I had a unique experience to assist with the gathering of wreaths from the “Wreaths Across America” program. The uniqueness wasn’t in volunteering, even though it was truly …
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by BILL ROGERS, JR
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1/14/26
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Wounded Warrior Retreat, Inc., wrapped up outdoor activities for wounded warriors with a family deer hunt at Hart of Dixie Outdoors on Tuesday and Wednesday, December 26 and 27, 2025, and then kicked …
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1/14/26
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At the regular meeting of the Swainsboro City Council on Monday, January 5, newly elected mayor Lillie Ann Brown was sworn in by Probate/Magistrate Judge Chase Sherrod. Mayor Brown is the first …
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1/7/26
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With a packed house, Swainsboro City Council held their first meeting of the year Monday, January 5 at 6 p.m. Mayor Lillie Ann Brown and Council members Tjuana Culbreth, Roddrigus Foster, Lafonda …
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1/7/26
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Matt W. Donaldson, the Vice Chair of Appeals for Georgia’s State Board of Education, has been elected to a new role on the National Association of State Boards of Education (NASBE)’s board of …
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12/31/25
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Downtown Swainsboro has a colorful new addition! The Downtown Development Authority, in partnership with the City of Swainsboro, has recently completed a vibrant new mural, transforming a once-blank …
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by MELISSA KIRBY
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12/31/25
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Before her illness, Jan Hooks lived with a rhythm most people only dream about. Rising early and retiring late, Jan, 60, of Swainsboro, ran a thriving farm. She grew vegetables for a local market, …
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12/31/25
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Luke Scarboro and his loyal friend Buddy are getting ready to welcome the New Year. Luke, age 5, is a student at Swainsboro Pre K. Buddy, a gentle stray Bulldog, wandered into the Scarboro family’s …
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12/31/25
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East Georgia State College and Georgia Southern University will merge effective January 1, 2026. EGSC and its campuses will be known as the Georgia Southern University – East Georgia campuses, led …
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12/31/25
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For most people, the White House at Christmas time is seen through photographs and TV specials. Eyes fill with wonder as we view the twinkling lights, the tallest trees, and America's history wrapped …
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12/24/25
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Thursday morning, children will wake their parents with excitement that can only be experienced on Christmas Day. We must also remember the reason for the season… the birth of Jesus Christ. Many …
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12/24/25
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On Wednesday, Christmas Eve, Waffle King will spread holiday cheer with a special evening event from 6 to 8 p.m. The restaurant will be serving green spaghetti and offering free hot chocolate to …
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12/24/25
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The Veterans at The Library held the 4th Annual Wreaths Across America event at the Swainsboro City Cemetery. With the help of the citizens of Emanuel County, over 2,600 wreaths were placed on …
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12/24/25
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