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Election office finishes recount in Woodbine

Camden County election workers wrapped up a hand recount of the county’s ballots from the Nov. 3 general election well in advance of the state deadline this week.  The manual recount, known as a risk-limiting audit, started in Woodbine on the morning of Friday, Nov.

Foundation celebrates 20 years of investment

For the St. Marys United Methodist Church, a gift of $62 million could have been a blessing or a curse. But, the late Warren Bailey had faith. The foundation created in the church’s name 20 years ago has become known far and wide today as an example of good stewardship.

Kingsland hosts 38th annual Catfish Festival

The 38th annual Kingsland Catfish Festival on Saturday, Nov. 21, will include performances by artists and bands, a pancake breakfast, entertainment and a catfish cook-off competition in downtown Kingsland around U.S. 17.

GBI seeks DNA evidence in 1985 murder case

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation exhumed the body of Harold Swain Wednesday morning in Camden County as agents continue to re-examine the 1985 murder of Swain and his wife Thelma.

Man faces federal indictment in death at jail

An inmate in the Camden County jail has been indicted on a federal charge in the death of a fellow inmate in the jail in May. A federal grand jury indicted Joshua Swing, 35, of Woodbine for distribution of a controlled substance resulting in a death, according to a press release from the U.S.

Lodmell named Camden Center director

After serving as the interim, Joseph Lodmell has officially become the new director of the College of Coastal Georgia, Camden Center. Lodmell stepped up as interim in August 2019, succeeding Bill Garlen as the campus’ leader.

Repairs underway as T&G's internet servers shut down

As if a global pandemic and polarized political campaigns weren't enough, the Tribune & Georgian's internet system failed in the wee hours of last Friday morning, Nov. 6. The Tribune & Georgian relies on parent company Community Newspapers Inc.'s (CNI) servers located in Athens.

Camden schools release COVID report

In the second month of reporting, Camden County Schools’ COVID-19 numbers for students and employees who are quarantined or positive have decreased and remained steady throughout October.

KPD investigation homicide

Kingsland police are investigating a homicide this week after a man was shot to death early Tuesday morning. No arrests have been made. Officers responded to a call about gunshots around 12:20 a.m. and found Ernest Zachary Ruffell, 34, in his house on Forest Ridge Drive in Kingsland.

Georgia DNR votes to establish WMA in Camden

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources voted this week to purchase the remaining Cabin Bluff property in Camden County to establish a wildlife management area.