Student art takes center stage at Kiwanis Showcase

As the Kiwanis Club Art Showcase at the John Marlor Art Center wraps up, it leaves behind more than just artwork on the walls. It leaves a reminder of how much artistic talent exists in Milledgeville.

To good health and good food

Okay, it looks like I may live to fight another day. I just got a clean bill of health from my latest checkup at the request of my insurance company.Physically, all the numbers were good.

The joy of leisure

On summer days, our swimming hole stays pretty busy. In fact, Tink has taken to keeping a calendar of who wants it when.

Boots on the ground at the Capitol

The Georgia House of Representatives returned to the Gold Dome on Monday, Feb. 2, as the General Assembly began a busy fourth week of legislative work.

A long-term family mission

As we reflect on the past year, we are grateful to live in an area where people share the wealth of love, friendship, and family together. We also appreciate each of our loyal readers of our newspapers and magazines.

Settle outlines issues with tax assessor’s office

This editorial outlines my concerns regarding the performance of the Baldwin County Tax Assessor’s Office since the appointment of Wade Williams as Chief Appraiser.I have worked in the Tax Commissioner’s Office (TCO) for 37 years, including 30 ½ years as the elected Tax Commissioner.

I called Mama

The weekend morning was close to becoming afternoon when I pulled myself out of bed and headed to the kitchen for a cup of coffee.It seemed as if the entire house came to life. Tink came bopping down the stairs from his office and the dogs eagerly joined us.

The beautiful sisters

When I was in junior high, I discovered three beautiful sisters in high school. Connie, Sharon and Vicki.Occasionally, I had a class on the high school hall and one of the beauties would float by while I, clinging to my books, stared, star struck.

What Black History Month teaches us

Black history is not only a story of struggle; it is a story of service, strength, and steady leadership in the face of uncertainty.From our churches and schools to our military units and neighborhoods, Black leaders have long understood that progress does not come from noise or shortcuts.

Letters to the Editor

Dear readers,This week, the Georgia General Assembly was not in formal session.However, important work continued as the House Appropriations Committee met to begin its review of the Governor’s proposed state budget.While there were no floor votes, this stage of the process is critical.