Glynn County Police Department Announces 2026 Citizens Academy
The Glynn County Police Department invites members of the community to get a closer look at the people, programs, and challenges that make up modern law enforcement through the Glynn County Police Department Citizens Academy. The six-week Citizens Academy will be held every Monday from October 5 through November 9, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at GCPD Police…
Read MoreRegister now for the next Women in Boating class
There are still openings in the next “Women in Boating” class hosted by America’s Boating Club Golden Isles and scheduled for Saturday, September 12 from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Cost is $115 for non members; $75 for members. For more details, see the article in the Islander’s community section. For information call 860-908-5148 or…
Read More“Women in Boating” classes: Building confidence at the helm
The goal of the “Women in Boating” class, presented by America’s Boating Club Golden Isles, is to give women the knowledge, hands-on experience and confidence to become capable boat operators and that includes the intimidating feat of docking a boat by herself. The next “Women in Boating” class is scheduled for Saturday, September 12 from…
Read MoreGeorgia Ports generates $181 billion in economic impact annually, supports 605,000 jobs
SAVANNAH, Ga., Sept. 1, 2026 – Georgia’s ports support 605,616 full- and part-time jobs at Peach State businesses, yielding $44 billion in annual income, according to the latest study from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business. “This report confirms what we’ve seen for years: our Ports are exceptional drivers of job creation and…
Read MorePiano Men: Generations to perform at Ritz
Elton John and Billy Joel Tribute, Piano Men: Generations will perform live at The Historic Ritz, Theatre, on Friday, September 18 at 7:30 p.m. Single tickets for this performance are available for $40 adults; student/child tickets are $20. Piano Men: Generations is a high-octane, emotionally charged musical journey led by father-son duo, Terry and Nick…
Read MoreDistrict 2 Town Hall Update
Glynn County has revised its meeting notice from an update on the proposed German Village ‘road improvements’ to include “Glynn County’s ongoing strategic goals and major capital projects on St. Simons Island and throughout the County.” Date and time remain Wed., Sept. 9 from 6 – 8 p.m. in Room 108 of the Casino. There…
Read MoreIn Memoriam – Jack Ettinger Hartman
Jack Ettinger Hartman, 83, of Saint Simons Island passed away on August 23, 2026, surrounded by his family. Jack was born to Jennye and Benedict Hartman in Wadesboro, North Carolina, and was raised in Brunswick, Georgia, where he swam in the rivers, played ball at Howard Coffin Park and lifeguarded on Jekyll Island. Jack attended…
Read MoreDistrict 2 Town Hall Sept. 9
Glynn County District 2 Commissioner Bob Duncan will hold a Town Hall on Wednesday, Sept. 9 in Room 108 of the Casino on St. Simons Island. The meeting is from 6 to 8 p.m. Residents will be provided with an update on the German Village “Road Improvement Project.”
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What Your Lab Results Aren’t Telling You
By Centered on Wellness | St. Simons Island Many patients know the feeling: a doctor’s visit ends with a stack of lab results, all stamped “normal,” and yet something still feels off. Fatigue lingers. Focus slips. The only answer offered is that this is simply part of getting older. According to Dr. Diane Bowen of…
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