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New Camden County superintendent of schools to earn $190K

Scott J. Bryan
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Camden County Schools’ new superintendent agreed to a three-year term, according to contract details released to the Tribune & Georgian. Tracolya Green signed the three-year deal June 20 after the Camden County Board of Education unanimously approved her as the next superintendent.
A federal agency is proposing lowering Atlantic coastal speed limits for a smaller class of vessels as it aims to reduce the chances of endangered whales being sliced by boat propellers. (Photo provided by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)

A federal agency is proposing lowering Atlantic coastal speed limits for a smaller class of vessels as it aims to reduce the chances of endangered whales being sliced by boat propellers. (Photo provided by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)

Carter swims against environmental tide opposing right whale protection proposal

News Staff
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Stanley Dunlap Georgia Recorder   Commercial and recreational boating and shipping interests are rallying behind a Georgia congressmen’s campaign against a federal agency’s plans to clamp down on how fast thousands of sea vessels can travel along an Atlantic coast that is home to where...

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3 top-ranking administrators retire from Camden schools

Scott J. Bryan
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Camden County Schools is experiencing a significant shakeup after its top three administrators submitted plans to retire. In May, Superintendent John Tucker’s retirement from Camden County Schools was quietly included in the agenda packet under “personnel” during a school board meeting.
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St. Marys City Council delays vote on Dollar General

Scott J. Bryan
Thursday, June 22, 2023
After a 93-minute, closed-door meeting for “potential litigation,” St. Marys City Council voted unanimously Monday night to postpone a decision about a proposed Dollar General at the entrance of Shadowlawn Estates.
Clifton Herbert Mitchell, Kingsland Councilwoman Kristy Chance and Peggy Kennedy dance to the music.

Clifton Herbert Mitchell, Kingsland Councilwoman Kristy Chance and Peggy Kennedy dance to the music.

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Inspirational messages fill Juneteenth celebration

Andy Diffenderfer
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Messages of inspiration filled a Juneteenth celebration last Saturday in Woodbine, and those attending also felt the historical impact of the holiday through fellowship and music.
Camden County Schools Superintendent John Tucker, left, leads Camden County High School faculty onto the field during the 2021 graduation ceremony at Chris Gilman Stadium.

Camden County Schools Superintendent John Tucker, left, leads Camden County High School faculty onto the field during the 2021 graduation ceremony at Chris Gilman Stadium.

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THE NEXT JOURNEY

Scott J. Bryan
Thursday, June 15, 2023
John Tucker talked about his venture into education during Camden County High School’s graduation in May. Growing up on a farm in South Alabama, he dreamed of a different life. Poised behind the unpleasant end of a cow, he dreamed of a better life. No need to get into details. You get the picture.
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City of St. Marys to buy three police vehicles

Scott J. Bryan
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Despite early consternation from one St. Marys City Council member, Council unanimously approved the purchase of three Chevrolet Tahoes for the St. Marys Police Department. The cost of the three vehicles is $149,223.