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Sandy MacPherson-Ireland’s acrylic paintings combine the “fluid pour” technique with abstract concepts and scene painting. CONTRIBUTED

Sandy MacPherson-Ireland’s acrylic paintings combine the “fluid pour” technique with abstract concepts and scene painting. CONTRIBUTED

Allied Arts debuts dual exhibit for acrylic painters

The dual August exhibit at Allied Arts welcomes people to see art through Krista Kugaraj’s and Sandy MacPherson-Ireland’s point-of-views.Kugaraj’s main mediums are acrylic and watercolor. Her artwork explores using artistic creation to convey emotion and faith.
Robins Financial’s Hillary Bobbitt and Kamal McKenzie deliver educational equipment to Baldwin High School grant winners Alicia Johnson and Kristin Grebel, along with Principal Markeeta Clayton. CONTRIBUTED

Robins Financial’s Hillary Bobbitt and Kamal McKenzie deliver educational equipment to Baldwin High School grant winners Alicia Johnson and Kristin Grebel, along with Principal Markeeta Clayton. CONTRIBUTED

BCSD teachers receive grants from Robins Financial Credit Union

The Baldwin County School District celebrated five educators who were selected as recipients of this year’s Robins Financial Credit Union GRANTED award.
Theatre Collective launches to offer local performing arts

Theatre Collective launches to offer local performing arts

Theatre Collective launches to offer local performing arts

A new spotlight is shining in the heart of Georgia. On Aug.1, the Milledgeville Theatre Collective (MTC) launched as the region’s newest performing arts organization, dedicated to cultivating bold, collaborative, and inclusive theatrical experiences for performers, partners, and patrons alike.
Allie Baggett, Abi Bragg, Eden Frayne, Sarah Hawkins, Jade Stephens, Madelyn Taylor and Taylor Watford. CONTRIBUTED

Allie Baggett, Abi Bragg, Eden Frayne, Sarah Hawkins, Jade Stephens, Madelyn Taylor and Taylor Watford. CONTRIBUTED

Full-ride scholarships awarded to address state’s nursing shortage

Twenty-seven Georgia College & State University nursing and pre-nursing students, including seven incoming freshmen, have received a combined $400,000 in full 2025-26 scholarships to strengthen the state’s nursing pipeline.
Century Bank and Trust donated $25,000 to Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin through the Georgia HEART Hospital Program CONTRIBUTED

Century Bank and Trust donated $25,000 to Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin through the Georgia HEART Hospital Program CONTRIBUTED

Century Bank donates to Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin

Century Bank and Trust donated $25,000 to Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin through the Georgia HEART Hospital Program, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening local communities by supporting rural healthcare facilities across the state.
Superintendent Dr. Kristie Brooks (right) congratulates Brandi Lawrence on winning MHP’s Teacher of the Year 2025. CONTRIBUTED

Superintendent Dr. Kristie Brooks (right) congratulates Brandi Lawrence on winning MHP’s Teacher of the Year 2025. CONTRIBUTED

BCSD hosts convocation to welcome the school year

The Baldwin County School District’s convocation held special significance as the district welcomed new leadership. Dr.

Allied Arts opens Art Space for teens at Allen’s Market

Allied Arts will be hosting Art Space, three workshops for teen artists between the ages of 12-18, over the next three months.“We wanted to cater to an older demographic with more focused workshops and continue teaching beyond the summer,” said Kristin Allen, program coordinator for Allied Arts.