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Just one of several houses on Christmas Cove decorated with lights. BAILEY MCCULLY/Staff

Just one of several houses on Christmas Cove decorated with lights. BAILEY MCCULLY/Staff

Santa cruises for Christmas on Sinclair

Bailey McCully
Thursday, December 21, 2023
On a chilly night on Dec. 18, Santa set out with a group of Lake Sinclair enthusiasts to see the enchanting Christmas Cove. From singing Christmas songs to playing “I Spy” with the attendees in Christmas Cove, the journey was full of laughter, music, and holiday cheer.
The first place painting “Coke Is It!” by Bailey Davidson.

The first place painting “Coke Is It!” by Bailey Davidson.

Allied Arts hosts photography exhibit ‘The Big Click’

Bailey McCully
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Allied Arts launched “The Big Click” photography exhibit on Dec. 3, running until Dec. 28 at the Marlor House in Milledgeville. Allied Arts began hosting an annual photography exhibit in 2006 as a “signature event,” according to Program Coordinator Kristin Allen.
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Elks participate in Wreaths Across America

News Staff
Thursday, December 21, 2023
The Lake Oconee Elks Lodge 2849 participated in Wreaths Across America on Dec. 16 at three locations: Greensboro City Cemetery, the Lake Oconee Elks Lodge Veterans Wall, and the Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Milledgeville.
Wall of Books offers old and new book selections year-round. CONTRIBUTED

Wall of Books offers old and new book selections year-round. CONTRIBUTED

Wall of Books offers old and new book selections year-round

Bailey McCully
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Walls of Books in Milledgeville offers a selection of new and used books for readers of any age. Opening in July 2020, Wall of Books established itself as an affordable bookstore with a vast selection of books and genres.
Andalusia Institute employee Nevaeh Jones tabled at the artisans market to teach attendees about creative writing opportunities through a local grant program. She was one of several vendors present to add an educational component to the event.

Andalusia Institute employee Nevaeh Jones tabled at the artisans market to teach attendees about creative writing opportunities through a local grant program. She was one of several vendors present to add an educational component to the event.

GCSU and LEC partner to host Jingle Jam

Bailey McCully
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Georgia College & State University (GCSU) partnered with the Life Enrichment Center (LEC) to host the inaugural Jingle Jam on Dec. 9 at the LEC’s Urban Arts Village.
Elena Cruz (right) and another student rummage through piles of dead leaves in the woods at the Lake Laurel Biological Station in Milledgeville. CONTRIBUTED

Elena Cruz (right) and another student rummage through piles of dead leaves in the woods at the Lake Laurel Biological Station in Milledgeville. CONTRIBUTED

GCSU students research millipedes to write children’s books

News Staff
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Just in time for the United Nations World Soil Day, Dec. 5, GCSU students are researching millipedes—important for forest decomposition— and making children’s books about healthy soil and the unseen underworld beneath our feet. Students in Dr.
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GCSU and LEC to host inaugural Jingle Jam

News Staff
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
The Life Enrichment Center (LEC) and Georgia College & State University’s Nonprofit Management class are thrilled to announce their partnership for Milledgeville’s inaugural Jingle Jam on Dec. 9 from noon until 5 p.m.
Dr. and Mrs. Carson, along with lower school students and faculty, pose in the gymnasium with their new books. CONTRIBUTED

Dr. and Mrs. Carson, along with lower school students and faculty, pose in the gymnasium with their new books. CONTRIBUTED

Former HUD secretary Dr. Ben Carson visits JMA

Bailey McCully
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Dr. Ben Carson visited John Milledge Academy (JMA) Nov. 6 to read his book Why America Matters to the Lower School.
The sly Demon of Death Papa Ge (center) is the main antagonist of the musical and convinces Ti Moune (left) to give up her life for another. MANDY ELDER/Contributed

The sly Demon of Death Papa Ge (center) is the main antagonist of the musical and convinces Ti Moune (left) to give up her life for another. MANDY ELDER/Contributed

GMC Prep brings home One Act region championship title

Bailey McCully
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Georgia Military College Preparatory School (GMC Prep) achieved another championship win at this year’s Region 5A Division II One Act competition on Nov. 1 with its performance of Once on This Island, The Musical. One-act competition has regional and state championships.
A student speaks with a representative from the Georgia Bureau of Investigations about potential future jobs. CONTRIBUTED

A student speaks with a representative from the Georgia Bureau of Investigations about potential future jobs. CONTRIBUTED

GMC hosts inaugural College and Career Day

News Staff
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Georgia Military College (GMC) hosted its first-ever College and Career Day on Nov. 2 with more than 375 high school students from 15 different high schools in Georgia responding.
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