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U.S. Navy Capt. Chris Bohner, the commanding officer of Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base, speaks Friday during a Veterans Day ceremony at VFW Post 8385 James Jarrett Brown.

U.S. Navy Capt. Chris Bohner, the commanding officer of Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base, speaks Friday during a Veterans Day ceremony at VFW Post 8385 James Jarrett Brown.

VFW post hosts Veterans Day event

Scott J. Bryan
Friday, November 18, 2022
Remnants of Tropical Storm Nicole did not put a damper on a brief Veterans Day ceremony Friday in Kingsland. About 40 veterans gathered at VFW Post 8385 James Jarrett Brown to hear Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base’s commanding officer, Capt.

Landslides aplenty in local races

Scott J. Bryan
Friday, November 11, 2022
Landslide victories dominated Tuesday’s election in Camden County — with the exception of one St. Marys City Council race. In the St. Marys Post 2 race, Camden County Schools middle school athletic director Steven Conner and solar power salesman Chad Ingram will meet in a Dec.
Camden County Photo Contest Winners Frances Lewis, Chandler White, Ashley Rice and Ashley Armstrong pose with their photos and Camden County commissioners.

Camden County Photo Contest Winners Frances Lewis, Chandler White, Ashley Rice and Ashley Armstrong pose with their photos and Camden County commissioners.

Photo contest winners revealed

News Staff
Friday, November 11, 2022
The Camden County Board of Commissioners has announced the winners of the 2022 Showcase Camden County Photo Contest. This year, 70 entries from 24 applicants were submitted in the following categories: Landscapes, Nature/Wildlife, Sunrise/Sunset and Transportation.
Southeast Georgia Health System’s Dr. Patrick Godbey was named Pathologist of the Year by the College of American Pathologists.

Southeast Georgia Health System’s Dr. Patrick Godbey was named Pathologist of the Year by the College of American Pathologists.

Godbey named pathologist of the year

News Staff
Friday, November 11, 2022
Dr. Patrick Godbey, laboratory director and chief of the Department of Pathology at Southeast Georgia Health System, was recently named Pathologist of the Year by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), the world’s largest organization for the medical doctors who diagnose and study disease.
Camden County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Jay Thames walks his K-9, Jasper, outside the sheriff’s office.

Camden County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Jay Thames walks his K-9, Jasper, outside the sheriff’s office.

Sheriff’s office K-9s trained for diverse roles

Sam Rowland
Friday, November 11, 2022
The Camden County Sheriff’s Office’s police dogs are a common sight on television or at community events around the county. But people may wonder how they are trained. “I think every agency needs K-9 units,” said Sgt. Ryan Sullivan, a handler who also oversees the narcotics dogs’ training.
Miss Georgia Kelsey Hollis, right, sings the national anthem Tuesday with Sugarmill Elementary School student Laney Bouley.

Miss Georgia Kelsey Hollis, right, sings the national anthem Tuesday with Sugarmill Elementary School student Laney Bouley.

Georgia on her mind

Andy Diffenderfer
Thursday, November 3, 2022
For Kelsey Hollis, one of the most satisfying parts of being Miss Georgia is the chance to spread messages of inclusivity and understanding.  Crowned in June, the 22-year-old Warner Robins native visited Camden County this week.

‘Voice of the Cats,’ J.C. Outlaw, dies

Andy Diffenderfer
Thursday, November 3, 2022
J.C. Outlaw said when he graduated from Camden County High School in 1974, he wanted one day to be the voice of the Wildcats. His goal as a broadcaster realized, Outlaw called more than 400 games from 1983 to 2019 as coaches, rosters and schemes changed and evolved.
Gov. Brian Kemp speaks to a supporter prior to his breakfast rally in downtown St. Marys.

Gov. Brian Kemp speaks to a supporter prior to his breakfast rally in downtown St. Marys.

Kemp promises $1B tax cut at breakfast rally

Scott J. Bryan
Thursday, November 3, 2022
Gov. Brian Kemp visited St. Marys on Friday morning for a breakfast rally, and he promised voters $1 billion in property tax relief. The rally – held at Seagle’s Restaurant in downtown St. Marys – drew about 40 attendees, including former State Rep.