LIFE Section
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Elvis tribute artist Damon Hendrix performs April 17 Do you miss Elvis? Do you long to see the King on stage performing as only he could? 
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Hice called to ‘Let Freedom Ring’ resound Dr. Jody Hice, who was among those shepherding Bethlehem First Baptist Church as it became one of the fastest-growing churches in Georgia, is now working full-time to bring the nation back to its moral high ground as he works with others to attempt to keep Christian values in the mainstream.
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With ‘spirit in motion, alumni association has its focus on the future "Today is a day that shall long be remembered in Barrow County," said Johnnie Lay Burks as the official chartering ceremony was held for the Glenwood Barrow County High School Alumni Association, the new organization of which she serves as president.
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Beautiful Baby Search finds winner in Braselton BRASELTON – When Maggie Sue Romeo, 3, learned she was going to New York City as a finalist in the "LIVE! with Regis and Kelly" Beautiful Baby Search 2010, all she wanted was apple juice and cheese puffs.
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CASA shares why he’s a child’s voice in court Piedmont CASA is a non-profit organization whose mission is to recruit, train and supervise volunteers to provide a voice for foster children in Juvenile Court. Dwight Acey of Winder, one of those Court Appointed Special Advocates, shares why he volunteers.
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Georgians will celebrate National Guard soldiers as they return from tour of duty of Afghanistan After a yearlong deployment to Afghanistan, it’s time to welcome back the Georgia National Guard’s 48th Infantry Brigade Combat Team. Its mission has been to organize, train and prepare Afghanistan’s security forces to manage their own nation’s security operations. Taking on this daunting task in the middle of a renewed Taliban insurgency has been quite a challenge. However, 10 months after the 48th Brigade’s entrance into the country, Afghanistan’s security forces have seen tangible ...
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LIVING HISTORY ack in time to see what life may have been like for those who carved a homestead in Georgia’s yesteryear? Do you think about how different life would be without the modern conveniences we now take for granted – central heat and air, indoor plumbing, computer games, cell phones and electric ovens?
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5th annual CASAblanca casino night is March 13 CASAblanca, a fundraiser for Piedmont CASA now in its fifth year, will be held Marhc 13 at 7 p.m. at the Jefferson Civic Center. |
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YMCA, BRMC wellness partners As a part of the partnership agreement between Barrow Regional Medical Center and the YMCA of Georgia’s Piedmont, a calendar of health and wellness activities is showcasing some of the special programs and offerings now available. |
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Beth Moore live via satellite on April 24 America’s most renowned and esteemed Bible teacher, Beth Moore, will be helping women throughout North America conquer fear and doubt and discover the secret to liberating confidence and security in a nationwide simulcast event. |
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Church news Arms of Grace Lutheran Angel food ministries Arms of Grace Lutheran Church is now a distribution point for Angel Food Ministries, a non-profit, non-denominational organization dedicated to providing grocery relief to communities throughout the United States. A new menu is available each month and prepaid orders are taken with pickup on a Saturday morning. For information or a menu call Robin Kasten at (678) 261-4667 or visit the church website. |
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Bethlehem Elementary wins national anti-bullying PSA contest with WCTV21 What began as a bullying incident at a Bethlehem Elementary bus stop became a point of pride for Bethlehem students and teachers when the school won a national anti-bullying public service announcement contest.
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Tri-County Amateur Radio Club marks first birthday with awards Tri-County Amateur Radio Club celebrated its first birthday at its regular monthly meeting in February.
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Low-cost rabies clinic set for April 2 Barrow County Animal Control will welcome the Atlanta Animal Alliance to present a low-cost rabies clinic with additional services on Friday April 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
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BABY JAM 2010: Fun & fundraising for March of Dimes Baby Jam 2010, the Blue Jean Ball, raised $7,000 for the March of Dimes, and brings the Barrow-Jackson March of Dimes Committee closer to its $70,000 goal for 2010.
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A little hopping music, please For several years, the Winder-Barrow Community Theatre has sought the rights to present "Harvey," the 1945 Pulitzer-Prize-winning play written by Mary Chase. This season, at long last, they have succeeded. |
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American Legion Post 53 reorganizing The John Rich Pentecost American Legion Post 53 is attempting to reorganize after being closed down late last year by the American Legion Department of Georgia, and membership development will be a priority.
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Inspiration drawn from an unlikely one as hero Out of curiosity, folks will sometimes ask who is an inspiration or hero to me. Since I rarely think in those terms, I have to stop and think about that answer. |
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Winder AARP members travel to state capitol AARP members from the Winder area went to the State Capitol last Thursday to talk to their representatives and senators, including Rep. Terry England and Sen. Ralph T. Hudgens about several items before the Legislature.
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