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One of the most dangerous yet unresolved challenges facing U.S. Presidents for the last forty-six years has been what to do about the growing threat of the extremist Islamic state of Iran ,and in …
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by Charles Schwabe
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6/25/25
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I know you expect me to be front and center of major news developments and to give you an exclusive account found nowhere else but on these pages. Alas, sometimes, despite my best efforts, I find …
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by Dick Yarbrough
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6/25/25
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The latter part of the 1960's, we made our move back to Swainsboro, our hometown. The boys were in elementary school, grades two and four and our baby girl was a cute little toddler who captured the …
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by La'Rose Tapley
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6/25/25
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The late Jasper Dorsey, my boss and mentor at Southern Bell, taught me a lot about the business world, but he also taught me a lot about life. One of the things he emphasized to me was that we have …
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DICK YARBROUGH
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6/18/25
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We Georgians have reason to take pride in our heritage and the values we represent. Georgia has 159 counties, second highest next to Texas. Throughout our state you will find men and women of any …
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SHIRLEY TWISS
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6/18/25
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The most prevalent feature of our national discourse these days seems to be “controversy”. Controversy can sponsor discussion and create new pathways that move people closer together, or it can …
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CHARLES SCHWABE
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6/18/25
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After 1963, life changed for so many people. The aftermath of the assassination took its toll on the country, and it was a scary time for Americans. It was a season of change in civil rights, …
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by LA'ROSE TAPLEY
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6/11/25
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You can tell that it’s Summertime. You don’t need a calendar, a temperature gauge, or a slightly hyperactive, bright-eyed weather girl on channel eleven to break the news to you. Officially, it …
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by CHARLES SCHWABE
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6/11/25
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June 15th is Father’s Day. I thought I would get a head start on the topic since I happen to be a father, had a great father of my own, sired one who, in turn, sired one, and not to be outdone, a …
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by DICK YARBROUGH
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6/11/25
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The United States of America: a nation of one people, one mind. That might be true when it comes to the big stuff. If you’re talking about dealing with national emergencies, defending against …
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CHARLES SCHWABE
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6/4/25
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Each school year was special, but I always remember the excitement of being in the Senior class of 1953. It was a distinction to be a senior at SHS. Aside from our classes, we had a busy year …
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SHIRLEY TWISS
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5/28/25
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I get a lot of mail. Some of it is my fault. Strong opinions begat strong reaction. Humor-impaired wingnuts on both ends of the political spectrum are convinced I am on the end opposite their …
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DICK YARBROUGH
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5/28/25
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This past weekend we observed Memorial Day. It is a solemn day of remembrance when we honor those of the military service who gave their all for the sake of this country. Memorial Day has also grown …
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CHARLES SCHWABE
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5/28/25
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Back in the “olden” days when life was simpler, there was just one event that was far and away the crowning accolade of adolescence and the literal rite of passage into adulthood. It was the …
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CHARLES SCHWABE
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5/21/25
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Any housewife who lived during the 50’s or 60’s remembers Tupperware. It was all the rage! It was almost like a rite of passage for young marrieds to have a Tupperware party which was hosted in …
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LA'ROSE TAPLEY
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5/21/25
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Until his death, my father wrote a column for The Forest-Blade where he shared memories of special times, events, and folks. I wondered if readers enjoyed his memories. The answer is “Yes”. Now …
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SHIRLEY TWISS
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5/21/25
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Have you looked at the calendar lately? I don’t want to start a panic, but Sunday is right around the corner, and that “corner” could be more trouble than turn 4 at Daytona if you’re not …
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CHARLES SCHWABE
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5/7/25
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Remember when the word was sweet, innocent, pure and loving. It took several weeks for bad news from up north to reach us in the deep south. By the time it reached us, the news was no longer …
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By RONNIE JOHNSON
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4/30/25
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I am not a happy camper at the moment, and I am sorely afraid you are going to be disappointed in me. There is no question that I have enormous influence in the industry and can make or break …
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DICK YARBROUGH
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4/30/25
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With apologies to the great novelist, Charles Dickens, and also to my wonderful high school literature teachers, I just couldn’t help but paraphrase a little bit here to introduce this discussion …
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CHARLES SCHWABE
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4/30/25
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