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Board OKs rezoning of 1,891 acres

Scott J. Bryan
Friday, November 18, 2022
As the Nov. 8 meeting of the St. Marys Planning Commission began, it was already standing room only, with attendees spilling out into the lobby.  And commission member Keegan Federal knew why most of them were there.
An election runoff is scheduled for Dec. 6.

An election runoff is scheduled for Dec. 6.

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Election board rejects plea for Sunday voting

Scott J. Bryan
Friday, November 18, 2022
The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration rejected a call for Sunday advance voting in Woodbine during its meeting Monday. Georgia and Camden County are conducting a Dec. 6 general election runoff. Incumbent Democrat U.S.
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.

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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.

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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.

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County appoints attorney to serve as interim county admin

Scott J. Bryan
Friday, November 11, 2022
The Camden County Board of Commissioners turned to a familiar face to serve as the county’s interim administrator. John Myers, the county attorney, was appointed as the interim county administrator following Steve Howard’s resignation.
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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.