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Finding troves of treasure here, there, everywhere
Treasures are not necessarily buried, or things found in antique shops, flea markets or city dumps. Treasures can be relationships with others, acquaintances or friendships - like the expression, "Just having your friendship is a treasure."
AASU professor speaks about the Battle of Savannah
Nearly 30 people filled the narrow rows of wooden benches at the Richmond Hill Museum Thursday evening to hear historian Christopher Hendricks speak about the 1779 Battle of Savannah during the Revolutionary War and its effect on local history.
Area UW earns high charity rating
United Way of the Coastal Empire has earned Charity Navigator's highest level four-star rating for sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability for the fourth consecutive year, according to a press release.
Scouts earn honors
Albert Martin and Isaac Marriott of ECC Pack 141 received scouting's highest award March 1. Both completed all the necessary requirements for the Arrow of Light Award. After receiving their awards, they crossed over into Boy Scouts and were received by Frank Patterson, scoutmaster of Troop 295, along with other scouts from Troop 295. Lonnie Dombrowsky, cubmaster Pack 141, led the ceremony along with the cub scout members.
Fifth-grade artist shows real skill
Like most 11-year-old girls, Kayla McCormick likes to draw. What's not so typical, however, is the level of skill she's developed at such a young age.
Chili cookoff spices up Pembroke day
Aromas of spices, peppers, onions and more could be smelled on the sidewalks of downtown Pembroke Saturday when dozens of people gathered at the Senior Citizens Center for the city's fourth annual Chili-Cook Off.
Valentine's concert at Magnolia Manor
Hanna Suddath and Friends, a group of area musicians and vocalists, treated the residents of Magnolia Manor and their guests to the 3rd annual "Love is in the Air" concert Feb. 10 in honor of Valentine's Day. Manor residents enjoyed performances of "The Nearness of You," "Let Me Call You Sweetheart," "The King of Love" and more. The entire group also performed "Amazing Grace" at the end of the concert. All the songs performed had something to do ...
Get to know Richmond Hill
The Women's Business Alliance of Richmond Hill encourages residents to shop locally and spend their dollars with area merchants. To accomplish this, the group is hosting its second annual Hometown Expo, Get to know Richmond Hill, Friday and Saturday Feb. 24 and 25 at the Richmond Hill City Center.
Southern Baptists may add to name
NASHVILLE - Southern Baptists first considered changing their name in 1903. Leaders have seriously proposed it at least 13 times since then.
Viva Las Vegas
The Rotary Club of Richmond Hill got "all shook up" Saturday at its Viva Las Vegas-themed fundraiser at the Richmond Hill City Center.
Proust Questionnaire: August Kroken
August Kroken, Potter 1. What do you feel is your greatest achievement? Having a happy marriage. That carries over to our three daughters. 2. What, to you, is perfect happiness? Sleeping in and then spending the day on an adventure that is new to all of us. 3. What one material possession would you save in the event of a fire (assuming your family was safe)? The trunk my great-grandparents used when they migrated to ...
Dogged detectives
Under the pseudonym Spencer Quinn, bestselling author Peter Abrahams pens the Chet and Bernie mystery series - a unique breed of crime fiction that explores the bond between a man and his best friend.
Pigging out
Food stylist and culinary producer Libbie Summers has turned her love of all things pork into a quirky cookbook with creative recipes and engaging dialogue.
Rotary plans Vegas-themed fundraiser
The Rotary Club of Richmond Hill's annual fundraiser dinner is set for Feb. 11 at the Richmond Hill City Center in J.F. Gregory Park.
Chief looks back at career, department history
Vernon Rushing has been fighting fires in Bryan County for more than 40 years. He joined the Richmond Hill Fire Department as a volunteer in 1968, just a few months after graduating from Richmond Hill High School. Now, he's chief of the department. "I always wanted to be a firefighter and a public servant," said Rushing, who also served in the Georgia National Guard for 33 years. "When I was in high school, I saw ...
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Special olympians train at rec center
By Kim Wade
Proust questionnaire: Tabatha Lovitt
Tabatha Lovitt, a homemaker, student and mother to a Special Olympics participant, faces the questions this week:
The next 7 days
May 16: Free Nutrition and Fitness Class – Get healthy with the Goodwill Job Connection at 9701 Ford Ave. with their free nutrition and fitness class from 11 a.m. to noon. Learn about basic nutrition, healthy recipes, fitness, stress management and goal setting. For more information, please call 912-373-8432 or visit http://goodwillsavannah.org/.
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."
The next 7 days
April 18: Business After Hours – Jump 'N Jacks Family Fun Center will host the April Business After Hours at 5:30 p.m. at its location in Richmond Hill. Join members of the Richmond Hill-Bryan County Chamber of Commerce for light refreshments and networking. Call 756-3444 for more information.
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