A pair of Sylvester residents were convicted in federal court last Tuesday on charges that they participated in a bribery and fraud scheme at MCLB Albany and essentially stole millions of dollars from the U.S. Government. According to a release issued by the U.S. Department of Justice on January 22, 2014, Christopher Whitman, then co-owner…
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Two members of Unity Baptist Church, Destiny Allen and Ryan Hickox, have the opportunity to go to Botswana, Africa on a mission trip this summer. They will be there for a month from May 27th to June 26th tending to the Lord’s work. In fundraising for their trip, they are having a yard sale on…
BREMERTON, Wash. (March 5, 2015) Culinary Specialist Seaman Rachel Tolbert, from Sylvester, Ga., prepares bratwursts in USS John C. Stennis’ forward galley. Stennis (CVN 74) is currently undergoing an operational training period in preparation for future deployments. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Andre T. Richard/ Released)
Perry, GA (February 24, 2015) – AgGeorgia Farm Credit is pleased to announce the hiring of Tanner Megahee as a Loan Officer in the Sylvester Branch. A native of Colquitt County, Georgia, Mr. Megahee is a graduate of Troy State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management. Being raised on a family farm which…
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The Worth County Forestry Unit visited the Worth Co. High School for their 8th Annual College/Career Fair on Friday February 27th 2015. Along with other local and surrounding vendors, they were able to share with the senior and junior classes some career paths that are offered in the area. Students were able to get some…
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The GHSA Literary competition was held in which schools compete for points in various events including speaking, essay, music, dramatic arts. WCHS had two winners: Garrett Hayes – Boys Solo 3rd Place Reid Duckworth – Boys Essay 2nd Place. Pictured: (Boys, L-R): Garrett Hayes, Boys Solo; Reid Duckworth, Boys Essay;…
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Pictured: Dr. Bill Truby, Dr. Ronny Green, Amy Chafin, Dr. Rudo Tsemunhu, and Dr. Kathy Nobles Amy Chafin, Curriculum Director for the Worth County School District, recently presented at the 26th annual National Youth at Risk Conference in Savannah, Georgia. Chafin was chosen as one of nearly 100 participants in this year’s poster presentation session….
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In honor of Food Check Out Week Worth County Farm Bureau raffled off a Valentine gift basket. This year’s winner is Diane Singletary of Poulan, Ga. The money raised will be donated to The Ronald McDonald House, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the needs of children by providing temporary housing and support systems to…
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Worth County Elementary School Principal Mr. Steven Rouse presents check and supplies collected by students, staff members and surrounding businesses to Best Friends Humane Society in Worth County! DID we say Worth County Schools Rock!
MOULTRIE, GA. Moultrie Technical College (MTC) was named to the 2014 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. This designation is the highest honor a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning, and civic engagement. “Moultrie Tech is proud to have a long history of community service and believes…
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