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The Veterans at the Library held their weekly meeting at The Cakery on the Square Monday, May 13, at 9:15 a.m. With Chair John Tapley presiding, they had 43 in attendance. Breakfast was served by the … more
National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. In honor of helping stand with us to build hopeful … more
Yesterday, Governor Brian P. Kemp signed Senate Bill 189 to strengthen election integrity in the state. The measure, sponsored by Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics Sen. Max Burns … more
In Swainsboro, there’s a new billboard in town on the corner of Main Street and Tiger Trail. It’s hard to miss. Uncle Birdie stands holding a trash bag beside the message, “Please stop … more

At its May meeting, the Governor David Emanuel – Adam Brinson DAR Chapter held a luncheon at the Edenfield House Inn to install new officers for the 2024-2026 term. Outgoing Regent Martha Cobb … more
On Tuesday, May 7, 2024, club member Jimmy May had Jennifer Harrison, director of the Emanuel County Health Department, as the speaker at the meeting of the Swainsboro Exchange Club. She gave an … more
Family Connection, with the help of eight local businesses, will be sponsoring their Summer Scavenger Hunt for Books again this year beginning June 3. See Family Connection and Franklin Memorial … more
The Kiwanis Club of Swainsboro held its weekly meeting Tuesday night, May 7, at the Rustic Grille at 7 p.m. With President Cheryl Goodman presiding, they had 18 in attendance including three guests, … more
Queensborough National Bank & Trust Company is pleased to announce the promotion of Mike English to the position of Coastal Region President and Senior Lending Officer. With 28 years of extensive … more

Next Tuesday, May 21, will be another chance to see your voice and your vote count in the exercise of representative government. General Primary elections will be held to select Democrat and … more
Nine 4-H’ers from Emanuel County tested their poultry knowledge on April 16, 2024, at the Area 4-H Poultry Judging Competition held in Lyons. All contestants judged two classes of live birds for … more
The Swainsboro Healthcare Providers have been relocated to Emanuel Medical Center’s other primary care offices. We have staff at Swainsboro Healthcare that will assist you in being seen by the … more
Automation, new equipment, and a focus on a culture of safety contribute to this latest accomplishment and come at a time of incredible growth for the company. Crider Foods, a leader in the food … more
Nurses Week is a great time to recognize Emanuel Medical Center DAISY award winner, Caleb Burton, RN. The DAISY Award® is a special honor given to extraordinary nurses for the compassionate … more

The Swainsboro Healthcare Providers have been relocated to Emanuel Medical Center’s other primary care offices. We have staff at Swainsboro Healthcare that will assist you in being seen by the … more
The Forest-Blade was recently made aware that the website www.thecrossroads.news, which was previously operated by The Crossroads Chronicle newspaper before their closure, is active again and taking … more
This Sunday, May 12, we joyfully celebrate Mother’s Day, but we also know that every day should be an occasion to thank the women who raised us, encouraged us and loved us. As any mother can tell … more

Gifts Galore Monogramming & More sponsored their 2nd annual t-shirt design contest inviting and encouraging all school age children in Emanuel County to join in CREATING A TEE. Children were asked to … more
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