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BCSD hires new district social worker

BCSD hires new district social worker

BCSD hires new district social worker

This school year, Baldwin County School District welcomed Pat Wolf as its new district social worker.With over 30 years of experience supporting K–12 students, Wolf brings both compassion and a wealth of knowledge to her new role.
AARP donates school supplies to BCSD

AARP donates school supplies to BCSD

AARP donates school supplies to BCSD

The Baldwin County AARP Chapter 5387, led by President Barbara Vann and Vice President Annie Ruth Brown, donated a substantial amount of school supplies to the Baldwin County School District, helping students and families prepare for the new school year.
‘Beautiful Bronco’ represents love for family, community

‘Beautiful Bronco’ represents love for family, community

‘Beautiful Bronco’ represents love for family, community

Old Capital Car Club member Bruce Baggarly is preparing to show off his prized possession and family heirloom in the car show Oct. 18 at the Deep Roots festival.“I was encouraged by my granddaughter, Harmony Brynteson, and the club to share this story with our local news,” said Baggarly.
Director of Student Care and Outreach Amy Whatley, Assistant Vice President for Student Health and Wellbeing Emily Jarvis, and Facilities Project Manager Chris Bell stock food during the Campus Corner Open House. COURTESY OF GCSU

Director of Student Care and Outreach Amy Whatley, Assistant Vice President for Student Health and Wellbeing Emily Jarvis, and Facilities Project Manager Chris Bell stock food during the Campus Corner Open House. COURTESY OF GCSU

GCSU renovates Campus Corner in Magnolia Center

Georgia College & State University debuted the newly renovated Campus Corner Aug. 6 in its Magnolia Center.
Among the new Georgia Tech freshmen students are, back row (l-r) Liam Beauchamp (Georgia Military College), Carter Scott (Lakeside High School), and Nicholas Woodson (Jones County High School), and front row (l-r) Cameron Palmer (Morgan County High Scool), Maria Marquez (Lake Oconee Academy), Riya Makan (Lakeside High School, Evans), Jewell Morrison, and MacKenzie Degner (Putnam County High School). CONTRIBUTED

Among the new Georgia Tech freshmen students are, back row (l-r) Liam Beauchamp (Georgia Military College), Carter Scott (Lakeside High School), and Nicholas Woodson (Jones County High School), and front row (l-r) Cameron Palmer (Morgan County High Scool), Maria Marquez (Lake Oconee Academy), Riya Makan (Lakeside High School, Evans), Jewell Morrison, and MacKenzie Degner (Putnam County High School). CONTRIBUTED

Georgia Tech welcomes Lake Country students

Georgia Tech remains a popular destination for ambitious students, and this year’s incoming class is no exception. These Lake Country students have demonstrated exceptional academic prowess, with many boasting impressive GPAs and high scores on standardized tests.

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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.