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Long tax commissioner retires
LUDOWICI - In 1980 Ronald Reagan was elected president, Kramer vs. Kramer won the Best Picture Oscar, the Georgia Bulldogs went 12-0, winning the NCAA football championship, and Lillian Simmons was elected tax commissioner of Long County.
Unsung black history icon may be honored
Ask someone about Susie King Taylor and you usually get a blank stare. "She is an unsung hero, a nationally known unsung hero," Donald Lovette of Love-It Productions said. Her life-story is a tale of bravery, creativity, as well as black and national history, according to Lovette, that first began here in Liberty County. Born a slave on Aug. 16, 1848, at the Grest Farm on the Isle of Wight to Raymond and Hagar ...
Wild game feed draws 400
LUDOWIC - The third annual Wild Game Dinner last Saturday brought in about 400 people. "This is the first time I've been here," Betty Deason said. "I won't eat alligator. I won't eat possum. And I won't eat any snake. But I did eat a lot of the other stuff and it all was good, and the dinner has been wonderful." The dinner was at the First Baptist Church of Ludowici and organized by the ...
Artists capture beauty of live oaks
The Georgia coast is home to some of the country's oldest and largest live oak trees. Through the years, their snarled arms and immense size have stirred muse-like inspiration in a host of Southern painters, writers and nature lovers. On Friday night, a group of area photographers who worked diligently to capture the majestic tree's beauty showcased their oak-inspired art before a crowd at Melon Bluff Nature and Heritage Center in Sunbury.
Boy Scouts to honor Donald Peller
On March 6, the Liberty District of the Coastal Empire Council, Boy Scouts of America, will recognize long-time Scout volunteer Donald Peller at its annual Good Scout Breakfast.
County marks Arbor Day
Liberty County Commission Chairman John D. McIver signed an Abor Day proclamation declaring Friday, Feb. 20, Arbor Day in Liberty County. Morning Glory Garden Club members Judy Shippey, Lanell Crapse and Peggy Fraser were present for the signing.
Local crowned Mr. Rattlesnake Roundup
On Feb. 14, Clayton Mobley, 6, son of Beau and Tiffany Smith of Hinesville, was crowned Little Mr. Rattlesnake Roundup 2009 during the Little Miss and Mr. Rattlesnake Roundup Pageant sponsored by the Evans County Wildlife Club in Claxton.
Goldenheirs get tax tips
John Stetzer, president of the Goldenheirs Club, welcomed everyone to the monthly meeting on Feb. 3, at First Baptist Church in Hinesville and introduced special guest Spier Flanders from H&R Block.
Club plants tree on Arbor Day
Judy Shippey, president of the Morning Glory Garden Club, and other club members planted a yoshino cherry tree in honor of the late Faye Chandler, also a longtime club member. The tree was planted at Main Street Park on Friday, which Hinesville recognized as Arbor Day. Judy Mobley gave a dedication speech, commending Chandler for her dedication to the garden club and the city of Hinesville.
Deployed couple's moms meet at welcome home
Fay Yee stood in the stands at Fort Stewart's Cottrell Field, her eyes red and puffy from crying.
Area romantic events plentiful
Long County residents had plenty of options for celebrating Valentine's Day last weekend. On Feb. 12, Long County High School had its 2009 Miss Sweetheart and Junior Miss Sweetheart Pageants, where some lovely ladies showed off their Valentine's dresses. Kelly Long took home the Miss Sweetheart Crown. First, second, third and fourth runners-up were Kellie Harper, Brittany Chapman, Sarah Gonzalez and Liz Schwab, respectively. The Junior Miss Division crown went to Ashley Murphy. First, second, ...
Gaitten wins Diamond Legs crown
LUDOWICI - "The freaks come out at night, the freaks come out at night." The old '80s tune fit the bill to a tee on Feb. 7 with the sixth annual 2009 "Miss" Diamond Legs Pageant.
Cupid's arrows hit couples at Castle
Love was in the air Friday night as 40 couples celebrated Valentine's day like royalty at Ludowici's Celebration Castle.
EMA director speaks to Lions Club
Mike Hodges, director of Liberty-Hinesville Emergency Management Agency, recently spoke to the Liberty Coastal Lions Club on the upcoming hurricane season. He emphasized preparation in advance.
Love keeps couple together 65 years
It has been 65 years, and Willmon "Bill" Frasier and Hattie Hendry Frasier of Gumbranch are still enjoying each other.
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Girl leads family's escape from Civil War
There were many wealthy plantations in Liberty County in 1860. Rice was the main crop, and the plantations were mainly along the coastal regions. Many plantation owners joined the army for the Civil War, and that left the master's wife in charge of managing the plantations.
Ludowici crowns a new queen
The 2013 Miss Ludowici Pageant was held May 4 at Long County High School.
Hinesville 'tree expert' shares landscaping tips
For the 24th year, Hinesville has earned the national designation of Tree City USA, according to a news release from the Arbor Day Foundation.
Miss Georgia South applications sought
Applications are being accepted for the 2014 Miss Georgia South Pageant on July 13 in Adel.
Nuts deliver vitamins, healthy stuff and taste good
When told the Americans were hopelessly surrounded at Bastogne, Belgium, and ordered to surrender on Dec. 22, 1944, the 101st Airborne Division's acting commanding general, Brig. Gen. Anthony McAuliffe responded iconically to the German commander by saying, "Nuts!"
'Barefoot in the Park' May 17-19
The Liberty Theatre Company will perform Neil Simon's "Barefoot in the Park" at 7 nightly May 17-18 and at 2 p.m. May 19 at the Dorchester Village Civic Center. Doors open a half-hour before showtime.
'Iron Man 3' gets blockerbuster season off right
"Iron Man 3" currently is the No. 1 film in the world. You had to be a superhero this past week just to find a showing that wasn't sold out.
Horoscopes for week of May 8-14
April 20 to May 20: Just when you thought you had everything planned to the smallest detail, you get some news that could unsettle things. But a timely explanation helps put it all back on track.
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