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In 2013, Southern States Cooperative and John Deere Financial established a scholarship fund available to rising college sophomores pursuing a two year, associate’s degree with a focus in agriculture. Applications for the 2015 academic year are now being accepted through February 13, 2015.   Up to five scholarships, in the amount of $2,000 each, are…

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Did you know….. The Chamber Annual Dinner is open to the public! You do not have to be a member to attend. Great Food! – Provided to you by our Chamber Members Carroll’s Sausage and Kristen Garland – Worth County School’s Nutrition Program. Great Entertainment! – Karla Heath Sands and Local Talent Anne Harrell and…

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Following a recent meeting of the Worth County Board of Commissioners in which claims were made that public works employees were not putting in a full day’s work or collecting barricades after flooding incidents, The Sylvester Local News paid a visit to Public Works last week to see what work the department was actually producing….

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Following the meeting just two days prior, on January 22, the Worth County Board of Commissioners held another called meeting to discuss county personnel. All commissioners were present. After approving the agenda, the board immediately went into executive session. After nearly three hours of discussion in the closed meeting, the board returned to vote on…

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The Sylvester-Worth County Education Committee met Monday January 13, 2015 at 2:00 PM at the Chamber.  The committee discussed and set the upcoming years agenda.  The Chair of this years committee is our School Superintendent Kay Smith Mathews.  Our Directors and Ambassadors that have committed to the Education Committee are Tony Bell, Jean Brooks, Gina…

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On January 20, the Worth County Board of Commissioners met for a workshop at the courthouse. The first item on the agenda to be discussed was SPLOST 6. The city clerk of Warwick, Judy Martin, came to get clarification on whether the city or county is responsible for paving roads. According to Commissioner Bettye Bozeman,…

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Editor’s note: The following article is a summary of the November, December, and January meetings of the Worth County Board of Education.   On Thursday November 13, 2014 the Board of Education met to discuss a number of items. After the agenda was approved, Mrs. LaShawanna Leonard spoke to the Board in regards to her…

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There is still time to submit your photo for our 2015 Kids Issue. “We love our kids” This is a wonderful collection of photos featuring Worth County’s greatest asset – our kids!

On February 13, Moultrie’s Heritage Church will host a magical night for some very special teens. Five years ago, Sylvester resident Nettie Hatcher started “Breathe” at Heritage. The program offers a special needs ministry for children with disabilities, and offers parents the opportunity to relax and enjoy church’s service and message. Nettie says that raising…

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Date to Report: Monday, January 26, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. JURY SERVICE A VITAL FUNCTION OF DEMOCRACY Jury service is one of the highest duties of citizenship. It will give you an opportunity to learn about Worth County’s system of justice. While it may require some adjustment of your normal schedule and routine to serve…

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