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Southeast Georgia Health System recently donated $2,500 to the Camden Miracle League. From left are Camden Miracle Field board president Dillon Lacoste, Southeast Georgia Health System Camden Campus’ Dr. Janise H. Whitesell, Camden Miracle Field’s board members Nicole Ludwig and Sarah Johnsen, and Buddy Dan Fredericks and Lisse Nettles.

Southeast Georgia Health System recently donated $2,500 to the Camden Miracle League. From left are Camden Miracle Field board president Dillon Lacoste, Southeast Georgia Health System Camden Campus’ Dr. Janise H. Whitesell, Camden Miracle Field’s board members Nicole Ludwig and Sarah Johnsen, and Buddy Dan Fredericks and Lisse Nettles.

Health system celebrates with charitable donations

News Staff
Thursday, May 9, 2024
In recognition of National Doctors’ Day, Southeast Georgia Health System cranked up the volume to celebrate the more than 300 physicians at its multiple facilities in southeast Georgia. From spreading hope to saving lives, doctors rock our world every single day.
The Camden County Public Service Authority voted 5-2 to give Chris Gilman Stadium, and the baseball and softball fields off Wildcat Drive, to Camden County Schools. (Michael Lewis Aerial Photography)

The Camden County Public Service Authority voted 5-2 to give Chris Gilman Stadium, and the baseball and softball fields off Wildcat Drive, to Camden County Schools. (Michael Lewis Aerial Photography)

PSA votes to relinquish stadium, fields

Scott J. Bryan
Thursday, May 2, 2024
The ball – actually a slew of athletic facilities – is now in the Camden County Schools’ court.
Gov. Brian Kemp signs a bill dubbing white shrimp as the official state crustacean.

Gov. Brian Kemp signs a bill dubbing white shrimp as the official state crustacean.

Georgia white shrimp receives official status

Wes Wolfe
Thursday, May 2, 2024
What’s left of Georgia’s wild-caught shrimp industry is hanging on in the face of massive Asian imports, and state leaders decided to memorialize the history and legacy of the industry, along with a commitment to its continued existence, by naming the white shrimp as the official state crustacean.
Participating in the ground-breaking event for the Camden County Department of Health’s new facility are, from left, Commissioners Martin Turner and Trevor Readdick, Coastal Health District’s Dr. Bonzo Reddick, Commissioner Jim Goodman, state Rep. Steven Sainz, commission chairman Ben Casey, Board of Health’s John Haigler, Commissioner Lannie Brant, state Sen. Mike Hodges, Board of Health’s Erin McDill, B. James Construction’s Brian James and Board of Health member and St. Marys Mayor John Morrissey.

Participating in the ground-breaking event for the Camden County Department of Health’s new facility are, from left, Commissioners Martin Turner and Trevor Readdick, Coastal Health District’s Dr. Bonzo Reddick, Commissioner Jim Goodman, state Rep. Steven Sainz, commission chairman Ben Casey, Board of Health’s John Haigler, Commissioner Lannie Brant, state Sen. Mike Hodges, Board of Health’s Erin McDill, B. James Construction’s Brian James and Board of Health member and St. Marys Mayor John Morrissey.

Ground breaks on new health department building

News Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024
The Camden County Board of Commissioners recently held a ground-breaking ceremony for the new Camden County Department of Health facility.
Candidates sparred during a recent forum ahead of the May 21 Primary election.

Candidates sparred during a recent forum ahead of the May 21 Primary election.

GOP commission candidates define office in forum

Wes Wolfe
Thursday, May 2, 2024
The late 1990s comedy film “Office Space” contains an existential line of dialogue that can apply to many jobs: “What would you say you do here?
State Rep. Steven Sainz speaks last week during a bill signing led by Gov. Brian Kemp.

State Rep. Steven Sainz speaks last week during a bill signing led by Gov. Brian Kemp.

Kemp signs low-interest redevelopment loan bill

Wes Wolfe
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Gov. Brian Kemp signed into law recently a bill that even its sponsor notes is rather complex, but its supporters hope will mean entities looking to redevelop properties in smaller towns can receive a low-interest helping hand.
“Southern Fried Nuptials” is a comedy coming to St. Marys Little Theatre from May 17-26.

“Southern Fried Nuptials” is a comedy coming to St. Marys Little Theatre from May 17-26.

Southern ‘Fried’ entertainment returns to St. Marys

News Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Hold onto your hats! We are once again back at the Frye family home in New Edinburgh, Miss. This time it is for a more joyous occasion, a wedding. If you saw St. Marys Little Theatre’s production of “Southern Fried Funeral” last year, you know the Frye family does not exactly function normally!
St. Marys Garden Club members recently participated in a spring cleanup day at the St. Marys Senior Center.

St. Marys Garden Club members recently participated in a spring cleanup day at the St. Marys Senior Center.

April showers bring May flowers

News Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Isabella Kicklighter Tribune & Georgian   May is the time of year when the sun begins to warm up the outside and gardens begin to fill with blooming, colorful flowers for all to enjoy. The St.
Cast members in “Finding Nemo Jr.” include, front row, from left, Abigail Henry, Evelyn Rose McKinney, Grayson Groth, Emily Hobbs, Jewel McIlrath, Jathan Simmons, Daniel Champeau, Scarlett Rain, Tristan Birt, Molly Day, Walker Brown and Britton Wise. Second Row: Harper Conrad, Quinn Leavy, Arabelle Duncan, Alice Mareck, Warren Udy, Taylor Day, Ivy Freeman, Zoey Marshall, Willow Swanson, Talitha Meyer and Liam Garrett. Third Row: Madison Watkins, Brantley Betchel, Bree Humphries, Karionna Samson, Emma Blair,

Cast members in “Finding Nemo Jr.” include, front row, from left, Abigail Henry, Evelyn Rose McKinney, Grayson Groth, Emily Hobbs, Jewel McIlrath, Jathan Simmons, Daniel Champeau, Scarlett Rain, Tristan Birt, Molly Day, Walker Brown and Britton Wise. Second Row: Harper Conrad, Quinn Leavy, Arabelle Duncan, Alice Mareck, Warren Udy, Taylor Day, Ivy Freeman, Zoey Marshall, Willow Swanson, Talitha Meyer and Liam Garrett. Third Row: Madison Watkins, Brantley Betchel, Bree Humphries, Karionna Samson, Emma Blair,

Just keep swimming with Saltwater’s ‘Finding Nemo Jr.’

News Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Saltwater Performing Arts Junior Troupe presents Disney and Pixar’s “Finding Nemo Jr.” at St. Marys Elementary School from May 10-19. The charming 60-minute musical, designed for school-aged performers, is based on the beloved 2003 Pixar film, “Finding Nemo.