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Donnie Parker, a 2002 graduate of Worth County High School believes what dear Abby says. No, not the syndicated advice columnist but his wife Abby. Parker, an avid golfer from his youth and collegiate competitor at Darton and Troy, will be competing in the ReMax World Champion Long Drive Competition. The event will be held…
Ruth’s Cottage and Patticake House, a child advocacy agency held its Annual Sporting Clays Fundraiser at Ocilla’s Green Lakes Hunting Club this past Saturday. The tournament was held on some of the most scenic and beautiful land I’ve ever witnessed in South Georgia. Over 120 shooters were present for the event that raised nearly $14,000…
Control. Control is a word used to describe our temper, attitude or general demeanor. To Courtney Hamilton its her approach to pitching. Hamilton was in complete control yesterday as the Lady Rams used a seven run, second inning to defeat the Valdosta Lady Wildcats. Hamilton struck out 10, scattering four hits and giving up only…
With the beginning of September comes that time of year when grownups act like little children on Christmas morning in pursuit of that elusive gray ghost.am speaking of the upcoming dove season which begins Sat., Sept. 7th at noon. Here are some tips to get ready for and have a great season. Phillip Lumpkin of…
Sylvester Native, and current Baltimore Raven linebacker Meshak Williams has graciously agreed to take time from his busy week to share with Worth County how training camp is going. Speaking to Meshak by phone, he shared that being in training camp with the defending Superbowl champs has been an eye opener. He appreciates the fact…
For those saltwater anglers that enjoy the thrill of going after those challenging red snapper, here’s some interesting and exciting info. Anglers will be able to fish the Federal Waters of the south Atlantic from midnight August 23 until midnight August 25. Fisherman can harvest one snapper per day regardless of size. The reason for…
The Worth County Rams baseball program held their annual post-season awards banquet last Monday evening at Unity Baptist Church. Before the varsity players were introduced, Coach Smith recounted a trying season that began with rain, missed practiced, rescheduled games, and an early 1-6 record. But, the Rams battled back to finish the season with an…
Former Worth County softball standouts Haley and Heather Ellis recently participated in the NCAA Division II Women’s College World Series held in Salem, Va. Only eight teams make it to WCWS and the twin sisters helped Armstrong Atlantic State University to a number three national ranking. Along the way they eliminated last year’s national…
The Extreme Whippets recently won the USFA Class B State Championship in Carrollton, Ga. They beat out 36 other teams in the three-day tournament. Pictured front row: Mikayla Eubanks, Macy Strength, Sydney McLain, Mary Grace Roberts, Addison Renfroe, and Brianna Duren Middle row: Caroline Newton, Taylor Layfield, Mackenzie Lacey, Amanda Kelly, Kierston Back, and Ally…
Candace Cook, a Sylvester native, recently signed a cheerleading scholarship with Mercer University. Born to Joey and Rewa Cook on October 16, 1994, Candace has been involved with the sport of cheerleading since the 6th grade. Competition cheerleading has taken Candace to Region and State competitions two years in a row during her high school…