Applicants sought for state student advisory council
Georgia State School Superintendent Richard Woods seeks students in grades 10-12 for his 2026-2027 Student Advisory Council. Students serving on the council will meet with the Superintendent on state classroom policies and other education-related issues. Members also serve as the Superintendent’s ambassadors to their home schools. Superintendent Woods stated, “The Student Advisory Council allows me…
Read MoreGEC, Jane Fraser file TRO to stop Glynn County from constructing roundabout
By Pamela Permar-Shierling Glynn Environmental Coalition (GEC) and Jane Fraser filed a temporary restraining order that could, depending on the ruling, stop Glynn County from moving forward with the Sea Island Road / Frederica Road roundabout. The lawsuit asks that Glynn County be enjoined “from taking any action to encroach upon, develop, or otherwise alter…
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GICCA’s Depenhart and Chef Bersticker Win Awards at the 79th Annual Georgia ACTE Summer Conference
Dr. Joseph Depenhart and Chef Laura Bersticker were among 80 career and technical, and agricultural education (CTAE) educators who were honored by the Georgia Association for Career & Technical Education (GACTE) during its 79th Summer Conference which met earlier this year at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center. The conference was attended by over 1,300…
Read MoreAshantilly Center Invites Ice Cream Makers and Community to Annual Ice Cream Churn-Off
The Ashantilly Center will hold its Annual Ice Cream Churn-Off fundraiser on Sunday, September 6, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the historic Ashantilly Center, located at 15591 GA Highway 99 in Darien, GA. The Ashantilly Center is seeking ice cream makers to participate in this year’s competition. Businesses, organizations, and individuals are encouraged to…
Read MoreLiterary Guild Book Sale
The Literary Guild Fall Book Sale Supporting St. Simons Island Library will be held in the Casino Atrium – 530 Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island. There will be an enormous selection of fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, and more. Thursday, October 8 – 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM (Member Preview; non-members can join at the door for…
Read MoreCigarette Litter Prevention “Coasts” into Coastal Georgia for Annual Outreach Event
In the continued promotion of cigarette litter prevention, the GEORGIA’S COAST IS NOT AN ASHTRAY “drink coaster outreach effort” coasts into area pubs and restaurants this August. Using GEORGIA’S COAST IS NOT AN ASHTRAY branded drink coasters, participating local establishments in Georgia’s six coastal counties reach a targeted population with educational information discouraging the littering…
Read MoreGlynn County Airport Commission Receives Statewide Recognition for Aviation Promotion
The Glynn County Airport Commission has been recognized by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Aviation Programs Division for its outstanding efforts in promoting aviation and engaging the community through innovative educational programs, public outreach, and special events. The award was presented during the Third Annual Georgia Aviation Programs Forum in Thomaston, Georgia, where airport…
Read MoreYMCA closing
The recent news of the impending closing of the YMCA of Coastal Georgia is a devastating loss to our community. This is the only aquatic center with indoor 25 yard and 50-meter outdoor pools with 80 miles of Brunswick. How can a community so close to the ocean allow its closure? This affects the safety…
Read MoreKeep an open mind about data centers
Don’t be so quick to blanketly condemn ALL Data Centers being built in Glynn County! To do so is very short sighted and comes from a lack of knowledge about the huge strides in energy efficiencies that are being achieved and the economic benefits that communities can receive! Are citizens aware that Data Center’s utility…
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