Make-A-Wish training volunteers

The Make-A-Wish Foundation will offer volunteer training from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 2 at The Coastal Bank Operations Building at 605 Highway 80 W, Pooler.

Manna House open Christmas Eve

Manna House will be open from 9 a.m. to noon on Monday, Christmas Eve, to give away emergency Christmas baskets for those less fortunate.

Santa brings joy to area through YMCA

Santa brought his workshop to the Liberty County Armed Services Family YMCA recently to the delight and joy of the children and parents who stopped by for a visit.

Toys for Tots brightens holidays

About 30 volunteers distributed toys to more than 2,300 Liberty County children Dec. 15 for Toys for Tots. Parents received bagfuls of unwrapped toys for their children. People were also able to have their presents wrapped free of charge. Area residents donated the toys and the distribution took place at Michael's Deli in Hinesville.

Christmas arrives early at St. James

Twas' the week before Christmas and all through St. James, the children all gathered to get their presents and games.

Realty company gives back to community

Holtzman Companies spent the past three weeks collecting items for Manna House and Coastal Manor Nursing Home. Items such as blankets, socks, shower powder, and crossword puzzle books were collected to take to the nursing home on Dec. 13 when Holtzman employees, agents and family members visited to sing carols. Non-perishable items and $501 were collected for Manna House. With Manna House able to purchase food from America's Second Harvest at 18 to 30 cents ...

Some holiday closings

Fort Stewart and the Liberty County commissioners have announced holiday closing schedules starting Dec. 24.

Season decorations open to everyone

For the past seven years, Nancy and Lee Siperly having been decorating their home on Rye Patch Road and showcasing the Christmas spirit.

Scouts donate to Manna House

Boy Scout Troop Pack 566 collected non-perishable items for Manna House. This was a community project that involved scouts from Tiger Cubs to Webelos. The boys started collecting items about two weeks ago, and a total of $400-500 worth of donations were collected. Troop Pack 566's scoutmaster is Walter Gilbert, cubmaster is Bryan Gilbert and the assistant cubmaster is Tiffany Walsh. Troop Pack 566 meets at 6 p.m. Tuesdays on Wright Army Airfield. Call Walsh ...

A Grinch stole a Christmas tree

'Tis the season to be jolly and to show a lot of love by giving – by bringing joy to someone else. Not everyone, however, has a desire to show love and kindness during this special season.

Mail holiday packages with care

December is the busiest time of year for mailing and the U.S. Postal Service is helping to make holiday shipping a little bit easier.

Driver's license offices set holiday hours

The Department of Driver Services reminds customers that licensing centers will be closed during the holiday season on the following days:

Lights dance with the music in display

Gene and Crystal Long have gone all out this year for Christmas by decorating their home in Davenport Acres in Long County.

Jesus, Santa visit Hinesville

Representations of Jesus, Santa Claus and a substantial portion of Liberty County's population attended the annual Santa in the Park and Hinesville Christmas Tree Lighting in downtown Hinesville. Here is a video of the lighting ceremony. This link will take you to a photo gallery of the activities.

Real estate agent seeks to brighten holidays

Agents, staff and family members of Holtzman Companies will bring gifts and sing carols at the Coastal Manor Nursing Home at 7 p.m. Dec. 13. Cash donations will be needed by Monday to purchase gifts for the patients. Donations may be taken to any of the Holtzman locations: Coldwell Banker Holtzman Realtors, Holtzman Insurance and Holtzman Real Estate Services, and All American Storage & U-Haul.

'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.

Saxophonist releases second album

Hinesville saxophonist Bernard Rose will commemorate the release of his second studio album next month, but he also hopes his music will help him pay it forward.

Fundraiser for animal clinic

Wolf Animal Hospital of Jesup and the Liberty County Fire Services Station 15 recently provided an animal clinic for area residents.

Resident asked to 'pray without ceasing'

The National Day of Prayer was observed locally Thursday morning on the front steps of the Historic Liberty County Courthouse.

Goldenheirs discuss Old Glory

The American flag was the topic of discussion during the Goldenheirs' March meeting.

Airman finishes AF basic training

Airman Basic D'Marius Moye has graduated from basic training in San Antonio, Texas.

Photo contest solicits shots

ATLANTA - The Historic Preservation Division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is holding its fourth annual online photo contest to coincide with Preservation Month in May. This year's theme is "The Civil War in Georgia."

Allenhurst plants tree for Earth Day

Earth Day recently was recognized in Allenhurst as Boy Scouts from Troop 500 planted 10 dogwoods donated by Keep Liberty Beautiful Director Sara Swida at town hall.

Club Stewart brunch for Mother's Day

History center marks opening

Five generations of Ellis "Pete" Gordon's family gathered Saturday at the National Guard Armory to commemorate their patriarch's contribution to the Liberty Independent Troop's rich history.

Barnards celebrate golden anniversary

Bernard and Sheila Barnard celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary May 4. The couple married in Nahunta First Baptist Church in 1963, and they have two children: Bernie Barnard Jr. and his wife Kim, who live in Pooler, and Bruce Barnard and his wife Angie, who live in Vidalia. The Barnards have five grandchildren and one great-grandson.