The Blackshear Times

09/10/2025

PIERCE COUNTY HIGH CLASS OF 2000 TO HOLD REUNION
The Pierce County High School Class of 2000 will hold its 25th reunion at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at the Okefenokee Country Club. Classmates are encouraged to turn back the clock and gathering for a night of memories, laughter and reconnection.
“It’s been 25 years since we walked across that stage. Let’s catch up with old friends, share stories, and celebrate the journey from then to now,” said a class member. “You and your plus-one will enjoy dinner and dancing with the option of a cash bar.”
The price is $50 per person due by September 18, and can be paid via Venmo -2000 ( #6018 / include maiden name). Cocktail attire please. Former faculty is also welcome.
“Don’t miss this chance to relive the good times, make new memories, and see just how far we’ve all come. We can’t wait to see you there,” said the spokesman.

09/10/2025

DAYLILY SOCIETY TO MEET SEPT. 16
The South Georgia Daylily Society will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 16 at First Baptist Church in Blackshear. This will be the first meeting of the new year. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish to share with everyone at the evening meal. Guest speaker will be Dave Richardson of Indian Camp Daylilies in Nashville. Richardson always shares lots of great information. He will be bringing some plants to sell and may be introducing a new Daylily.
All are invited to attend.

09/09/2025

New IDBA director, Cal-Maine expands, and more in this week's edition of The Times!

09/08/2025

We will host our annual can tab drive again in the spring. Start collecting your bundles now, and we will let you know when we are ready to receive your collections. Thank you for your support!

09/05/2025

09/05/2025

Today marks National Food Bank Day.
Pierce County is fortunate to have dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to keep Pierce County fed.

The Pierce County Food Pantry will be open today, Friday, September 5th, at 1 pm.

The pantry serves only Pierce County residents at 713 Hendry St. If you're new to Pierce County, send a text with your name and address to 912-288-2288 to determine your household's eligibility for our services.

09/05/2025

Today is National Cheese Pizza Day! Where do you usually order your cheese pizza from? On September 5th, National Cheese Pizza Day emphasizes, "Hold the toppings!" That's right—cheese alone is enough to celebrate this pizza holiday. Whether you make it at home or order it in, keep it cheese-only.

09/04/2025

Experience the magic of silhouette art with Clay Rice at our store! Join us for this special event and take home a one-of-a-kind keepsake. Sign up now using the link—appointments are filling up fast!

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09/04/2025

To those community members who have fought this fight, we wish to honor you at this Friday's football game. Please contact [email protected] to participate in this recognition event.

09/02/2025

Business After Hours is scheduled for 5-7p.m. Thursday, September 4 at Eagle Station in Patterson. Come to mingle and network with other local business owners. There will be door prizes and hors d’oeurves available!

09/02/2025

Rising water rates in Patterson, licensed and unlicensed raffles, and more in this week's edition of The Blackshear Times.