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A Kingsland Police Department officer collided head-on with a U-Haul Truck on Dec. 21.

A Kingsland Police Department officer collided head-on with a U-Haul Truck on Dec. 21.

Kingsland police officer involved in crash

Sam Rowland
Thursday, January 5, 2023
A Kingsland Police Department officer was involved in a head-on collision with a U-Haul truck in December, and the law enforcement official is believed to be at fault. Kingsland police officer Brandon Thornton crashed a patrol car at 6:36 p.m. Dec.
The season’s fifth mother-calf pair (27-year-old “Smoke” and her baby) make their way toward Florida.

The season’s fifth mother-calf pair (27-year-old “Smoke” and her baby) make their way toward Florida.

New year, new whales: Right whale calf tally up to 9

News Staff
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Holly Dorman News-Leader Over the holiday, four new North Atlantic Right Whale mothers and calves were spotted, bringing the grand total for the 2023 calving season up to nine.
Kingsland Fire Rescue part-time firefighter Jeremy LaTraverse is featured in the American Lung Association’s 2023 Fight For Air Climb Firefighter Calendar for his efforts to raise money for the ALA.

Kingsland Fire Rescue part-time firefighter Jeremy LaTraverse is featured in the American Lung Association’s 2023 Fight For Air Climb Firefighter Calendar for his efforts to raise money for the ALA.

Climbing for a cause

Sam Rowland
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
Jeremy LaTraverse, a part-time firefighter for Kingsland Fire Rescue, was featured Dec. 5 in the American Lung Association’s (ALA) 2023 Fight For Air Climb Firefighter Calendar.
St. Marys City Hall

St. Marys City Hall

St. Marys City Council overrides mayor’s veto

Sam Rowland
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
St. Marys City Council pushed the 1,800-acre-plus Raydient Exit 1 project forward past Mayor John Morrissey’s veto at Tuesday’s special meeting, with a few changes to the project’s deadlines to allow more time for planning.
Maria Miranda Alas

Maria Miranda Alas

Woman found guilty of killing her own child

Scott J. Bryan
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
A Kingsland woman was found guilty of killing her child, according to a news release from the Brunswick Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. Maria Miranda Alas, 29, of Kingsland, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter and aggravated battery in a jury trial, Dec.
Great Books for Kids

Great Books for Kids

Great Books event

News Staff
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
Great Books for Kids, in its partnership with Woodbine Public Library, held its Christmas Story Time on Dec. 20. Seventy children, parents and grandparents were delighted when Santa arrived in time to hear the story.
St. Marys’ Stephen Robbins has written a book, “The Healer’s Miraculous Discovery,” a blend of historical fiction and science fiction.

St. Marys’ Stephen Robbins has written a book, “The Healer’s Miraculous Discovery,” a blend of historical fiction and science fiction.

St. Marys man pens historical/science fiction book

Andy Diffenderfer
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
For Stephen Robbins, the route to becoming an author began with a lack of sleep. The semi-retired St. Marys resident said he would tell himself stories to fall asleep.
OREMC Foundation Trustee Sonya Walker presents a grant to Shawnie Sahadeo, 4-H Agent, and Shawn Clark, 4-H Educator, at Camden County 4-H to support Project Achievement.

OREMC Foundation Trustee Sonya Walker presents a grant to Shawnie Sahadeo, 4-H Agent, and Shawn Clark, 4-H Educator, at Camden County 4-H to support Project Achievement.

OREMC Foundation awards grants

News Staff
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
The Okefenoke REMC Foundation wrapped up its final granting period of 2022 by making spirits bright with grant awards for 10 organizations totaling $37,400.
St. Marys City Hall

St. Marys City Hall

St. Marys mayor vetos city agreement with Raydient

Sam Rowland
Thursday, December 22, 2022
On Monday night, St. Marys City Council approved measures that propel a large, 1,800-acre development toward its future. The next day, the city’s mayor rejected that vote with a veto. On Wednesday afternoon, Council will decide whether the mayor’s veto will stand.