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White receives degree at Piedmont University Spring Commencement

On Friday, May 8, in two ceremonies, Piedmont University conferred undergraduate degrees to 202 students, including 79 first-generation students, and 105 graduate students, including masters, EdS, …

Wiley wins The Great Pinecone Hunt

Each year, in celebration of Swainsboro’s Pine Tree Festival, The Forest-Blade features The Great Pinecone Hunt for a chance for one lucky winner to win $100 after locating the 20 hidden pinecones …

Vautier named to the Dean's List at Bob Jones University

Eloise Vautier, a Sophomore Child Development major from Adrian, was among approximately 600 Bob Jones University students named to the spring 2026 Dean's List. The Dean's List recognizes students …

University of Georgia celebrates Class of 2026

The University of Georgia will welcome its newest alumni on May 7 and 8. A total of 9,477 students - 6,537 spring undergraduates and 1,055 expected summer undergraduates along with 1,885 graduate …

Tanya Lane seeking reelection to Emanuel County Board of Education, District 4

Tanya Lane, a member of the Emanuel County Board of Education, representing District 4 is seeking reelection. A 1991 graduate of Georgia Southern University, she has served on the board for eight …

Ribbon Cutting held for Sweet Georgia Air

The Emanuel County community gathered last Friday, May 8, to celebrate the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of Sweet Georgia Heating & Air, located in Twin City. Owners Logan and Alex Fuller welcomed …

Retired Educators to hold May meeting

The Emanuel Retired Educators Association will meet Wednesday, May 20, at 12 p.m. at the Sudie Fulford Center on the East Georgia Campus of Georgia Southern University. New officers will be inducted …

District 3 Commissioner Recognized for Academic Achievement in Lifelong Learning Academy

Emanuel County District 3 Commissioner John Moore now holds a distinguished achievement in leadership and public service, having completed the requirements to become a certified county commissioner …

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Brown signs with Brewton Parker

Senior Tra’myra Brown has signed a letter of intent to play soccer for Brewton-Parker Christian University in Mount Vernon. As a three-year starter for the Tigers and a strong defensive player, she …
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Obituaries
Doris Thelma Dees Clemens, 101
Doris Thelma Dees Clemens, at the long and lovely age of 101, passed away on April 30, 2026, at The Emanuel Nursing Home after a brief stay. She will be cremated, and along with her husband's ashes, …
Peter Kirk Sutherland, 64
Peter Kirk Sutherland, age 64, of Swainsboro, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at his residence. Funeral services were held Friday, May 8, at 1 p.m. at Dellwood Baptist Church with Reverend Joe …
Gerald Anthony Scott, 85
Gerald Anthony Scott, age 85, of Twin City, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026, at East Georgia Regional Medical Center. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 6, at 2 p.m. at the Chapel of Chapman …
Betty Jean Coleman, 77
Tomlinson Funeral Home & Crematory announces the death of Betty Jean Coleman, age 77, of Swainsboro, on Friday, May 8, 2026, at her residence. Memorial services were held Monday, May 11, at 2 p.m. in …
Sylvia Corbitt Hooks, 82
Kennedy Funeral Homes announces the death of Sylvia Corbitt Hooks, age 82, of Swainsboro, on Monday, May 4, 2026, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah Funeral Service will be Thursday, May 7, at 11 …

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Education
STEAM classes make “Worms in Dirt”
During the week of April 27-May 1, Family Connection assisted in the STEAM classes at Swainsboro Primary School with a fun cooking class to further their learning about earthworms. Tammy Allen, …
Spring Book Surprise at Twin City Elementary
During the week of May 4-7 Family Connection provided the classrooms at Twin City Elementary with a "Spring Book Surprise". This was a fun way to get students excited about reading in the classroom …
Georgia Southern University – East Georgia Campus to celebrate graduates at May 14 Commencement
The Georgia Southern University – East Georgia Campus will hold its Spring Commencement Ceremony Thursday, May 14, at 3 p.m. The ceremony will be held in the gymnasium on the campus in Swainsboro, …
EREA members attend 66th annual convention
Members from Emanuel Retired Educators Association attended the 66th Annual Convention of the Georgia Retired Educators Association-Celebrating Fellowship*Service*Support. The convention was held May …
Emanuel County students commit to careers in education on Future Educators Signing Day
Emanuel County Schools proudly recognized students and paraprofessionals during Georgia Future Educators Signing Day, celebrating their decision to pursue careers in education and invest in the …

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Crime
    • SPD: 5.13.26

      Officers with the Swainsboro Police Department (SPD) reported... April 30 Emanuel County 911 dispatched officers to Industrial Way in …

    • JAIL: 5.13.26

      The following persons have been booked in Emanuel County Jail, according to Emanuel County Sheriff Jeffrey Brewer, on warrants obtained by one …

    • ECSO: 5.13.26

      According to the Emanuel County Sheriff’s Office… May 5 Deputies received a break-in call with offender still inside the house. …

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SOCIAL
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The Brier Creek Chapter Georgia Society SAR presents 13th U.S. Flag Certificate

Brier Creek Chapter, Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution, Screven County, presented their 13th U.S. Flag Certificate on Monday, May 6, to the Upper School and High School, Westminster …

Tapley speaks to Veterans at the Library

The Veterans at the Library held their weekly meeting at the Franklin Memorial Library Monday morning, May 11, at 9 a.m. With Chair Johnny Tapley presiding, there were 39 in attendance. Shari Watt …

Lisenby speaks to Brier Creek Chapter

The Brier Creek Chapter held its monthly meeting Thursday night, May 6, 2026at Walls Diner in Sylvania at 6:30 p.m. With President Lee Herron presiding, we had 17 in attendance, including five …

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Features

Lawson recognized for five years of service

Dianne Lawson was recently honored for five years of dedicated service on the Community Service Board of Middle Georgia Citizens Advisory Council. The recognition took place on April 21, 2026, during …

Saluting one of our heroes: Colby Martin

Throughout the years, Swainsboro has seen its fair share of heroes who make it their mission to give back to others. For Lieutenant Colby Martin, firefighting isn’t just a job. It’s a way to give …

Firefighters answer call mid-ceremony at Annual Banquet

Duty doesn’t wait, and neither do Emanuel County’s firefighters. Nearly as soon as this year’s annual Fire & Rescue Banquet began, tones dropped. On a night meant to give them pause and …

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Faith

Swainsboro Free Will Baptist Church to hold Revival Services

You are invited to Revival Services Thursday, May 28, through Saturday, May 30, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 31, at 11 a.m. at the Swainsboro Free Will Baptist Church, 434 Lambs Bridge Rd, Swainsboro. …

Smith Grove to celebrate 111th anniversary

Smith Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 50 Mixon Rd, Swainsboro, will celebrate their 111th anniversary Sunday, May 17, with Sunday School beginnings at 10 a.m. and Worship Service beginning at 11 …

Johnson Grove to hold 126th Anniversary Celebration

Johnson Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Midville, will hold their 126th Anniversary Celebration May 17, with Sunday School beginning at 9:30 a.m. and Mass Meeting to begin at 10:30 a.m. Master and …

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Opinion

A forgotten place

A few weeks ago, a friend told me about a story he read pertaining to a plantation on the Jefferson/Burke County line. He said the plantation was adjacent to Old Town Plantation and another unnamed …

Surrounded by opportunity

While much of the world is absorbed in political shoot-outs and international squabbles of one kind or another, the general state of things in our nation is strong and growing. The smart players …

We don’t need a law to keep on talking Southern, y’all

I’m a little late getting around to this but there is a survey out by a group called Writing Tips Institute, a website that teaches people how to write correctly. (An aside from the editors: Please …

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