The Moose Lodge 1930 is revving up for a day of fun, family, and fundraising at this year’s highly anticipated Poker Run Spring Fling set for Saturday, June 21, beginning at 10 a.m. This ...

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, the stepdads, the adaptive dads, the granddads and anyone who fits into the role of dad. Ashley Murphy of Statesboro gets to experience Father’s Day for the first ...

Keldrik Cochran and Kayleigh McVey, both of Swainsboro, made the Spring 2025 Academic Achievement List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 885 students recognized for scholastic ...

After 1963, life changed for so many people. The aftermath of the assassination took its toll on the country, and it was a scary time for Americans. It was a season of change in civil rights, culture, ...

One of Emanuel County’s own is once again stepping up in a big way to support local healthcare. Pro Parts Place, a Swainsboro-based lawn and agricultural equipment business, has recently contributed ...

Mr. Jesse Johnson, 66, of Twin City, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Ogeechee Hospice in Statesboro. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 14, at 10 a.m. at Emanuel County Institute ...

Durden Hudson Funeral Directors announces the death of Mrs. Celia Viann Anderson Hendley, 86, of Swainsboro, who passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Community Hospice in Vidalia. Graveside service ...

On Tuesday, June 3 at approximately 4:30 pm, the Swainsboro Police Department received a request from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation for assistance in the apprehension of a murder suspect. A ...

Sandra Lee Dorsey, age 80, of Swainsboro, passed away Thursday evening, June 5, 2025, at Community Hospice of Vidalia. Funeral services were conducted Monday, June 9, at 3 p.m. at the First Baptist ...

Durden Banking Company has a decades long history, with their original office in Twin City, GA. But over time, they built the business with a branch in Swainsboro, Millen and the addition of Metter … ...

Dear Editor, As one journalist to another, “Scotty Womack, your Forest-Blade articles are heartfelt and simply wonderful! They are a special gift from God and your devoted fans and supporters … ...

Dawn Warren Braddy, age 65, entered her heavenly home peacefully surrounded by those who loved her most on Monday, June 9, 2025. Funeral services will be Wednesday, June 11, at 10 a.m. in the chapel ...