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National ‘Tell a Fairy Tale’ Day

Drew Hill
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Once upon a time, before movies, television, and the internet, stories were passed down from generation to generation through the magic of oral tradition. These tales, filled with courageous heroes, cunning villains, and enchanted worlds, shaped the imaginations of children and adults alike. On Feb.
An artistic representation of Lafaryette titled Lafayette’s Baptism of Fire, by E. Percy Moran, c. 1909. COURTESY OF BRITANNICA

An artistic representation of Lafaryette titled Lafayette’s Baptism of Fire, by E. Percy Moran, c. 1909. COURTESY OF BRITANNICA

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GOCHC to host “When General Lafayette Came to Georgia”

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Thursday, March 6, 2025
In March of 1825, the residents of Milledgeville paused to celebrate the birth of the nation and welcome Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier de la Lafayette, the last surviving major-general of the America Revolution.
Georgia War Veterans Home Activities Director Michelle Flood accepts clothes donated by the Lake Oconee Elks clothing drive from Lake Oconee Veterans Chairman Mike DePetrillo. CONTRIBUTED

Georgia War Veterans Home Activities Director Michelle Flood accepts clothes donated by the Lake Oconee Elks clothing drive from Lake Oconee Veterans Chairman Mike DePetrillo. CONTRIBUTED

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Lake Oconee Elks visit veterans in Milledgeville

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Thursday, March 6, 2025
Lake Oconee Elks (LOE) Lodge volunteers visited the Georgia War Veterans Home in Milledgeville Feb. 25, to treat resident veterans there to a catered lunch from Ms Stellas of Milledgeville.Nearly 40 veterans and 10 staff members enjoyed fried chicken with all the sides that go along with the meal.
A performer at one of two “living tables” provided wine and ArtiGras beads to guests at The Livery before the party moved next door to Barrel 118.

A performer at one of two “living tables” provided wine and ArtiGras beads to guests at The Livery before the party moved next door to Barrel 118.

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ArtiGras delivers N’awlins vibe to Eatonton’s Barrel 118

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Thursday, March 6, 2025
The 5th annual Arti-Gras Carnival, a Mardi Gras-themed fundraiser for the arts in Eatonton, paraded back into town Saturday night.
“Burnt Reynolds” and Kristin Wright from Strange Bedfellows put on a fire-breathing show with hula hoops, jump ropes, and batons in the Black Heritage Plaza beside Allen’s Market. Scan the QR code to see various events at Arti Gras.

“Burnt Reynolds” and Kristin Wright from Strange Bedfellows put on a fire-breathing show with hula hoops, jump ropes, and batons in the Black Heritage Plaza beside Allen’s Market. Scan the QR code to see various events at Arti Gras.

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Arti Gras:A community brought together through art, music

Shadimon Smith
Thursday, February 27, 2025
After a year of planning Allied Arts hosted Milledgeville's first Arti Gras festival Feb. 21 in Allen’s Market.Arti Gras was a free event that brought together local musicians, painters and families.
Accepting the 2025 Travelblazer Award on behalf of Georgia College (l-r): Rebekah Snider, executive director of Visit Milledgeville; Ben Young, editor in chief and publisher of Georgia Trend magazine; Angela Criscoe, executive director for the Georgia College School of Continuing and Professional Studies; and Amanda Dyson-Thornton, executive director of the Georgia Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus. CONTRIBUTED

Accepting the 2025 Travelblazer Award on behalf of Georgia College (l-r): Rebekah Snider, executive director of Visit Milledgeville; Ben Young, editor in chief and publisher of Georgia Trend magazine; Angela Criscoe, executive director for the Georgia College School of Continuing and Professional Studies; and Amanda Dyson-Thornton, executive director of the Georgia Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus. CONTRIBUTED

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Andalusia Interpretive Center named 2025 ‘travelblazer’

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Thursday, February 27, 2025
The Andalusia Interpretive Center received a 2025 “travelblazer” award from the Georgia Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus (GACVB) during its annual conference.

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CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

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Thursday, February 27, 2025
BALDWINMONDAYS & FRIDAYSWhat: GCSU offers free tax help When: 5-7 p.m. Where: Georgia College’s Atkinson Hall More info: The J. Whitney Bunting College of Business & Technology is offering free tax help.
CASA appoints new volunteers

CASA appoints new volunteers

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CASA appoints new volunteers

News Staff
Thursday, February 27, 2025
Ocmulgee Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) swore in two new volunteers Feb. 24. CASA volunteers serve as the voice for children in foster care and what is in their best interest. Pictured with Ocmulgee Juvenile Court Judge Kelli C. Rutherford are Kim Kramer and Sharon McClung.
L-R: Col. Amy Lee, Cadet Liam Beauchamp, Major Alisha Rochon, and Maj. Rachel Turner stand together following the ceremony. COURTESY OF GMC

L-R: Col. Amy Lee, Cadet Liam Beauchamp, Major Alisha Rochon, and Maj. Rachel Turner stand together following the ceremony. COURTESY OF GMC

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Beauchamp named Milledgeville-Baldwin STAR Student

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Thursday, February 27, 2025
Georgia Military College Preparatory School celebrated with Cadet Liam Beauchamp, who was named the 2024-25 STAR Student for Milledgeville-Baldwin County during a luncheon Feb. 20 hosted by the Milledgeville-Baldwin Chamber of Commerce.
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