ATLANTA — The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) presented Georgia Power with the association’s “Emergency Recovery Award” for its power restoration efforts after 14 tornadoes hit Georgia in March 2019.

Have you ever experienced excruciating pain in the bottom of the foot or heel?  Does your first step out of bed in the morning feel like you stepped on a knife? Sharp pain in the heel or stabbing pain in the bottom of the foot can be debilitating. Plantar fasciitis (fashee-EYE-tiss) is the m…

So, you’re thinking of buying a home??  Well you made a good decision.   This is a great time. Economy booming, and Interest Rates are low.   

Respected Reader, have you ever been hurt by someone? Of course you have. Are you still mad at that person? Forgiven? Many hurts from people are normal over the course of life. How you react to those infractions determines much about your mental health, and physical health as well. 

The public is invited to “Sunday At The Museum” hosted by the Old School History Museum on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020 beginning at 2 PM at The Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton.  Featured speaker will be Dr. Stephen Davis, author of numerous Civil War books.  Dr. Davis, return guest lecturer, will pre…

GREENSBORO, Ga. – Personal life coach, public speaker, and author

Berry’s Fall Tournament Trail on Lake Oconee and Lake Sinclair will conclude today, Nov. 16 on Lake Sinclair but Berry’s Tournament Trail is getting ready for their regular tournament season that begins in early December 2019 and runs till the middle of May, 2020. The beginning of 2020 is st…

Every year as the Thanksgiving season approaches, I remain thankful for my childhood memories of Thanksgiving as a young boy growing up in rural south Alabama. Thanksgiving was an important family time and it created many lasting memories for me. Unfortunately for many folks today, it has be…

Lake Sinclair’s 14,750 acres and Lake Oconee’s 19,050 acres are owned and operated by Georgia Power. Both lakes offer good fishing throughout the year and the late fall and early winter seasons can be exceptional times to be on the water. The transition from the hot humid days of summer to t…

Bone broth dates back to the Stone Age, when it was cooked in turtle shells over the fire to promote healing. Now, this ancient food is experiencing a 21st century resurgence, thanks to its many health benefits – including protecting joints, promoting gut health, supporting the immune system…

Have you heard of the book “The Five Love Languages” by Gary Chapman? The book has become a classic over the years. It has sold more than 11 million copies to date. 

When bucks start acting weird, it is a good chance that the rutting season is in full swing. According to some local hunters, the fall rutting season has been somewhat delayed or jumbled up due to the unseasonably warm weather that has occurred for a long time in this area. Weather might pla…

When writing about the favorite about food source for largemouth bass I generally only discuss shad. Shad provide a major source of food for largemouth bass but when it comes to the preferred foods, a crayfish is also at the top of the largemouth diet.

MACON, Ga. – The 27th Annual Reindeer Run & Santa Stroll – benefiting Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital, Navicent Health – will take place on Saturday, December 7.

The Marine Corps Birthday is not a public holiday and this year, it fell on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019.

GREENSBORO, Ga.  – Hosted by The Lake Oconee Area Builders Association (LOABA)

Merry Christmas!  Believe it or not, it’s just around the corner.  The Greene County Christmas Stocking Fund (GCCSF) campaign has begun, and needs your support.    

Over the past several years, Coldwell Banker Lake Oconee Realty/Lake Country has collected over 8 tons of food!  This year they would like to set a record!  Monetary donations will be accepted as well as non-perishable food items such as rice, pasta, and canned vegetables and fruits. Monetar…

They might make an annual appearance on your Thanksgiving table in the form of sweet casseroles and pies, but sweet potatoes are also a surprisingly nutritious vegetable that can be incorporated into your diet year-round. 

ST. MARYS, Ga.—Anything can happen on the Santa Express in St. Marys.  Santa Claus could perform magic. Frosty the Snowman could come alive. And it could even snow in South Georgia. 

The term Baby Boomer refers to a noticeable increase in the birth rate.  76 million Americans were born between 1946 and 1964.   In 2004, the Baby Boomer held 80% of the UK’s wealth and bought 80% of all high-end cars, 80% of cruises, and 50% of skin care products.  

The field of Psychology is the scientific study of people – how they think, feel, and behave. This analysis leads to various classifications and categories. Examples are optimist/pessimist, controller/pleaser, extrovert/introvert, etc… . 

Fall is finally in the air! While the changing leaves add visual beauty to our surroundings, the comforting and soothing scents of the season are cropping up all around us. It’s time for pumpkin spice and everything nice!

When I find interesting articles, I always like to share them with my readers.   I hope you enjoy the information as much as I did.   

GREENSBORO, Ga. —  The Gift Gallery at St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital will hold a Christmas Open House from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. the week of Nov. 4-8 at the gift shop, located on the first floor of the hospital at 5401 Lake Oconee Parkway. All are welcome.

Last week’s column discussed some lures that are good for catching largemouth bass in the fall. If you are interested in having a successful fall season using any of those lures or other lures you may choose, success depends on the location of the baitfish. Regardless of the lake species you…

In today’s parlance, you will hear many people say I am spiritual, but not religious. Others will say spirituality is inherent in their religious faith. I would like to add some clarity regarding these two perspectives. Your spiritual and/or religious beliefs say a lot about you. They help d…

When Hudson Taylor went to China, he made the voyage on a sailing vessel. 

1.Ever wonder why land is called real estate? Well, the term “estate” literally refers to the land and buildings upon the land, but “real” is derived from the Latin word for what?

An afternoon slump, whether it is literal (posture) or figurative (energy), can affect us all from time to time. Many people find that, around 3 p.m., their eyelids begin getting heavy and their posture starts to slump. When this happens, it’s tempting to reach for the caffeine or begin scro…

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Lake Oconee Dentistry will be hosting Stars, Stripes and Smiles, a free day of dentistry for active and retired military, as well as law enforcement, firefighters, DNR and EMS personnel on Saturday, Nov. 9.

ATHENS, Ga. – St. Mary's Health Care System will host a free educational conference for Emergency Medical Services personnel on Wednesday, Nov. 13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Mary's Hospital, 1230 Baxter St., Athens.