Embroidery shop snips ribbon

Brian and June Gale celebrate the opening of their store, Sew Much Baggage Embroidery, by cutting a ceremonial ribbon April 24.

Governor signs bill to amp up water safety

Gov. Nathan Deal last week signed Senate Bill 136, which lowers the blood-alcohol content limit for boaters from .10 to.08 and increases penalties for those caught boating while intoxicated.

Fundraiser digs up bonus for dog park

Supporters for the Bryan County Bark Park in Richmond Hill flocked to Marker 107 in Kilkenny Thursday night for a wine and cheese fundraiser to donate money needed to begin work on the proposed 1.5-acre dog park in DeVaul Henderson Park.

Proust questionnaire: Charlie, rescue dog

Charlie, a human-walker that is looking for a long-term family, lives now at Bryan Animal Caregivers:

Cowboys draft GSU's Wilcox

Former Georgia Southern safety J.J. Wilcox waited for his phone to ring throughout Friday evening.

High school football in April

Richmond Hill High School had its Black and Gold game Friday night at Wildcats Stadium to mark the end of spring football.

Wildcats play host to Greenbrier

Bryan County High School's sixth annual Summer Shootout Basketball Camp is June 3-5 at BCHS.

Kid’s cast lines, catch fish at derby

The fish were jumping Saturday at J.F. Gregory Park - right onto the hooks of more than 100 Richmond Hill kids during the city's annual fishing derby.

Pills pile up on take-back day

Local law enforcement agencies joined a national effort Saturday to collect and dispose of expired prescription and over the counter drugs during the national drug take-back day.

Community announcements for May 1

National Day of Prayer National Day of Prayer will be recognized Thursday in both Pembroke and Richmond Hill. In Pembroke, the North Bryan Ministerial Association will gather on the Bryan County Courthouse lawn at 11:30 a.m. In Richmond Hill, locals will gather on the steps of Richmond Hill City Hall at noon. The Women in White Program will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church in Groveland. Minister Valarie Frasier of ...

The next 7 days

May 2: Richmond Hill Historical Society Lecture – The Richmond Hill Historical Society will feature Danny Brown's talk titled "The Nashville" at their monthly lecture series. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 756-3697 or visit www.richmondhillhistoricalsociety.com/calendar.html.

Tech school GPA lowered for HOPE

Gov. Nathan Deal recently signed into law legislation that will lower the grade-point average requirement for the HOPE Grant, which goes to students in the technical-college system.

Funeral set for wreck victim

A Midway man died Saturday in a motorcycle wreck near the Bryan/Chatham county line. George Wesley Thomas, 38, of Carlyene Drive on the Isle of Wight, died from injuries sustained after he lost control of his bike around 2 p.m. on Chief of Love Road, according to a release from the Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police. "I'm devastated. I'd say he was my best friend, and he's going to be greatly missed," said Joe Jackson, a neighbor. ...

Easy way turns hard

It seems to me that a lot of young people have it easy. Too many kids in high school and college are shielded from work and not taught the importance of money or earning it. It seems to me that this is a major default in the education of life.

Houston County upsets Richmond Hill

Richmond Hill High School fell 2-1 to Houston County in the opening round of the girls' Class AAAAA soccer playoffs on Tuesday at Wildcats Stadium.

God's strategy and Satan's tactics

While reading a book on business, I came across an interesting idea: A business owner should have a strategic view and not a tactical view of his or her business.

Urge to compare children is hard to resist

I'm finding it hard not to compare my child to others her age. Reese is healthy, communicative, active and right where she needs to be developmentally. At her 1-year checkup, our pediatrician was pleased with her growth and progress. He assured me she is hitting all of her milestones right on target. That news was music to my ears because, just like every parent on the planet, all I want is for my little girl to live a long, healthy, happy life.

And do you want fries with that cricket?

MOULTRIE - Most of us have seen the Chick-fil-A signs that urge us to "eat more chicken." So would you ever expect to see one that says, "eat more crickets?"

Taking on the three major decisions

In the next few weeks, many area teens will receive their diplomas, which means that they officially will be graduated.

God invites you to trust Him

I believe that God is absolutely sovereign. That means that he is in control of all things, and that nothing is outside of his authority. He is the one and only God. He knows all things. He is all-powerful.

God plans for man's salvation

When man was created and placed in the Garden of Eden, God's plan of creation was completed. Man giving in to Satan turned this scene into a wicked and ugly one.

More definitely equals less in hot weather

I love that commercial for the cellphone company in which the guy is hanging out with the children and asking them questions like, "Is it better to be slow or fast?" or "Is it better having less or more?" The kids give answers that are precious and usually spin into extreme jibber-jabber.

Diaries offer glimpse into history

Editor note: This is the second of a three-part series. It is not running three consecutive weeks but over a four-week period.

Post's outdoor pools opening

A welcome ruling on landfill

North Bryan residents who fought against Atlantic Waste's bid to open a landfill near Black Creek have reason to celebrate, now that Atlantic Judicial Circuit Judge David Cavender has ruled in favor of Bryan County.

Exchange Club seeking WWII vets

The Exchange Club of Richmond Hill is planning a World War II Remembrance Program on May 22. The guest speaker will be Paul Grassey, a B-24 pilot with the 8th Air Force; having flown 13 combat missions during the war.

Community announcements for May 20

A fundraiser to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society called "Dine Out to Knockout Cancer" will be held Tuesday in Richmond Hill. The event is hosted by Lifesavers, Team Dylan and Team Evan, who are joining forces with several local restaurants to find a cure for cancer.

Celebrating two faithful servants

Members of Fellowship of Love in Allenhurst are pausing today to express their love and appreciation for their leaders - and celebrating in a big way.

Garrison commander: Furloughs will hurt economy

Col. Kevin Gregory, U.S. Army Garrison commander for Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield, reported to the Liberty County Chamber of Commerce during its Progress Through People Luncheon on Thursday at Connection Church.

Large landowners can cut taxes

Landowners in Georgia may have a chance to cut their income taxes in half.