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Kings Bay sailor dies from COVID complications

A Kings Bay sailor died last week from COVID-19 complications after being admitted to Shands in Jacksonville, according to a press release from the U.S. Navy. He is the third sailor Navy-wide and one of 21 military members service-wide who have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.

Building may grow even more in 2021

Building is going strong in Kingsland and St. Marys with hundreds of permits issued last year and several builds already permitted this year.

Thiokol disaster marks 50 years

Former Camden County physician Dr. Carl Drury, with his dog Herschel at his feet, recalled the day of the Thiokol explosion at Harrietts Bluff 50 years ago as a rare and emotional day — one he doesn't like to think about.

Woodbine: We need local testing

The decision to discontinue free COVID-19 testing in Camden County created a hardship for the City of Woodbine recently and city officials say they plan to initiate talks with the state.

Police arrest man after chase, crash

A St. Marys man who tossed a toddler at police to get away was eventually arrested after a car chase, crash and a search on foot with the bloodhound team on Saturday.

Health district resumes vaccine appointments

The Coastal Health District has begun scheduling COVID-19 vaccine appointments again, though who can receive the vaccine and supplies remain limited.

World War II vet turns 100

Sande Ryysylainen hoped to live to be 79 years old. Born in 1921, she turned 79 the second day of the new millennium. It seemed like a good goal, then she over shot it by 21 years to turn 100 this month.

Remembering the Thiokol explosion 50 years later

The community will gather on Wednesday, Feb. 3 to remember the men and women who were lost 50 years ago when the Thiokol munitions plant in rural Camden exploded, causing the worst industrial disaster the area has ever seen.

St Marys council names appointments

St. Marys City Council gained a new council member and handled a slate of annual business at its first meeting of the new year last week. Lisa James, who won her seat in the Jan. 5 runoff, took the oath of office for council Post 6 during the virtual meeting.

Kingsland welcomes Mardi Gras, awards bids

As Kingsland welcomes the Mardi Gras Festival this year, Mayor Grayson Day encouraged attendees to wear a mask, maintain social distancing and follow the CDC’s recommendations as case numbers continue to climb.