Waynesboro police have popped open an illegal prescription drug operation starring a suspected dealer disguised as a nurse. So far, three Augusta residents are charged with filling fake prescriptions forged on stolen prescription pads. More...
Ramen Noodles. That's the only thing Jeremy Long allegedly provided for his family on a regular basis. Not beds, warm clothes or an education - but rather a packet of flimsy noodles with a seasoning pouch. More...
A Girard man is dead following a shooting at a Screven County nightclub. Jermaine Milquell Scurry, 20, was killed early Sunday morning after gunfire broke out inside the Space Ship Lounge off Burtons Ferry Highway near Sylvania. More...
A Waynesboro Shriner who'd rather stay out of the spotlight and a local business whose owners are on a firstname basis with the majority of the community received high praises at the annual Chamber of Commerce banquet last week. More...
A major milestone has been marked in the federal approval process for additions at Plant Vogtle. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) staff issued the final safety evaluation report last week for potential Plant Vogtle expansion, indicating that the site is a safe place for two new reactors. More...
Burke County fans don't have far to go to see their home teams battle for a bid in the state tournament. The Region 3-AAA playoffs began last night at Burke County High School, where games will be played every day through Saturday. More...
Another child has been attacked by a dog. Last Tuesday afternoon, a 7- year-old was attacked by a neighbor's dog while she played in her own front yard on Layne Street, just outside of Waynesboro. After the child returned from the emergency room, a deputy tried to find the dog's owner but was unsuccessful. More...
Mr. Lewis A. Perry, 74, of Waynesboro, Ga., entered into rest Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009. He was born April 3, 1934 in Girard, Ga., to the late Fred Perry and Marion Perry. Graveside services were at 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 16, at Burke Memorial Gardens, Waynesboro, with Minister Michael Nelson officiating. More...
Wheat and other small grains are in various stages of development. In most parts of the county dry weather is negatively affecting development. This has kept disease pressure low but yields could also be lower. Some producers are applying fertilizer. However, continued dry conditions will make others question pushing for higher yields. More...
Class of '94 The Burke County Comprehensive High School Class of 1994 will hold its 15-year class reunion planning meeting Saturday, Feb. 28, from 1-3 p.m. in the meeting room at Diamond Lakes Community Center. Email jayhill76@comcast.net for more information, directions or to RSVP. More...
William Grove William Grove Baptist Church will hold an honor program for the Rev. Howard Cheatham Sunday, Feb. 22. Sunday School will begin 10:30 a.m. followed by the program at 11:30. The Rev. Charles Hyde of Black Creek Baptist Church will be guest minister. More...
October 21, 1968 - February 16, 2008 "If My people, who are called by My name, will humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land". More...
Just 10 votes made all the difference. The Burke County Board of Education approved the official calendar for the 2009-2010 school term last week, choosing a plan that appeared most popular among students, parents, teachers and other school employees. More...
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