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Shana Boston

Q&A: Shana Boston talks about self-care

Thursday, April 3, 2025

National Self-Care Day is April 5. According to Shana Boston, self-care is an important ritual that should be implemented in everyone’s daily routine. In the US, over $2,000 is spent annually on selfcare, including massages, facial treatments, and pedicures.

Allied Arts hosts two art contests to be exhibited

Bailey McCully

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Milledgeville Baldwin County Allied Arts is prepping for its annual Oconee Artists Exhibit and Big Click: Beyond the Lens Exhibit. Both exhibits will feature works turned in by artists in the Middle Georgia Community in hopes of winning each contest.

Ayesha Patel

BHS celebrates Honor students

News Staff

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Baldwin County School District formally recognized the academic accomplishments of the Class of 2025 by hosting an Honors Breakfast.Dozens of highachieving students were celebrated for their dedication and academic success, including 2025 Salutatorian Jessica Biyogmam and Valedictorian Ayesha Patel.

Vietnam War Veterans Day

Lt. Gen. William B. Caldwell, Iv

Thursday, April 3, 2025

In the GMC yearbook from 1957, James Emory Jones, or “Jimmy” as he was known by his classmates, has a strong jawline, and a sharp, determined gaze. His mouth looks stoic, but his eyes seem to be smiling so much that it almost creates the illusion that the corners of his lips are slightly upturned.

The Georgia Military College Preparatory School literary team shows off the state championship trophy and celebrates their victory with coaches Mark Weaver and Jenny Morris. COURTESY OF GMC

GMC Prep wins state literary competition

News Staff

Thursday, March 27, 2025

Georgia Military College Prep School won the State Literary Competition, securing the championship title for the 10th consecutive year. This impressive milestone demonstrates the hard work and dedication by the literary team, coached by Mark Weaver and Jenny Morris.

Liam Beauchamp stands with his chosen educator, Major Stephanie Roberts, that left a profound impact on his educational journey. COURTESY OF GMC

Beauchamp recognized as top academic achiever

News Staff

Thursday, March 27, 2025

Georgia Military College Preparatory School’s (GMC Prep) Liam Beauchamp received the 2025 BLAZE Award for Baldwin County, recognizing the highest ACT score among all other high school seniors in the area.

The Supper Club provides complete hosting guide

News Staff

Thursday, March 27, 2025

Unwrapping my copy of The Supper Club and spying the cover, I found a magnificent palette of colors that immediately recalled the classic, bold styles of Dorothy Draper, as well as recollections of vintage Lilly Pulitzer.

CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

News Staff

Thursday, March 27, 2025

BALDWINFRIDAY, MARCH 28What: Music at the Mill When: New City Church at the Mill, 224 E. Walton St., Milledgeville Where: 7-10 p.m.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church assists local mothers

Skyla Morris

Thursday, March 27, 2025

Sacred Heart Catholic Church’s Walking With Moms in Need (WWMIN) is a local ministry that provides essential resources for new mothers.The volunteer-based operation began in the spring of last year and is run by several parish members.The ministry meets on Tuesdays from 1-3 p.m.

Preschool teacher Katy Warren reads to her students as part of her effort to foster a lifelong love of reading. SAMANTHA BIRMINGHAM/Contributed

Katy Warren: Q&A with a bookworm

Samantha Birmingham

Thursday, March 27, 2025

Every year, International Children’s Book Day is recognized on April 2. According to the International Board on Books for Young People, Children’s Book Day was founded in 1967 to inspire reading and highlight the importance of children’s literature.

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