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12/14/2025

A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect for tonight into Monday morning, and includes the entire forecast area. Uninsulated pipes may freeze or burst. Do not use grills or heat sources which emit carbon monoxide inside.

12/13/2025

Extreme cold ahead! ❄️A frigid cold front will move into our area beginning Sunday through Tuesday. Gusty winds are also forecast for Sunday evening. As always, be prepared for possible power outages! Single-digit wind chills certainly aren’t something we’re accustomed to here in Southeast Georgia, so bundle up and please take extra precautions.

⚠️ Remember that your heating system will be working harder than usual. Set your thermostat to 68° or below to avoid extreme energy use.
⚠️ Prevent frozen pipes by leaving faucets on a slow drip and opening cabinet doors to expose plumbing. Insulate outdoor pipes and faucets.
⚠️ Use space heaters and alternate heat sources with care.
⚠️ Make a plan for anyone who needs special assistance, including pets.

We will be monitoring over the weekend. Stay warm and safe!

12/10/2025

The Edmund Burke Academy Spartans continued their strong start to the season with a 53-41 win against the Thomas Jefferson Jaguars. This victory improves the Spartans’ record to an impressive 5-0.

The Edmund Burke Academy Spartans continued their strong start to the season with a 53-41 win against the Thomas Jefferson Jaguars. This victory improves the Spartans’ record to an impressive 5-0. Freshman Bella Williams led the Spartans in scoring with 19 points making 9 of 12 free throws, and al...

12/10/2025

The Burke County Bears and Lady Bears wrestling teams had two matches last week, traveling to Evans on Wednesday and Rutland on Friday. Unfortunately, they lost all the dual matches.

The Burke County Bears and Lady Bears wrestling teams had two matches last week, traveling to Evans on Wednesday and Rutland on Friday. Unfortunately, they lost all the dual matches. On Wednesday, they lost to North Augusta, Evans, and Harlem, and on Friday, they lost to Rutland and ACE Charter. “...

12/10/2025

The Bears basketball team has started their season 2-0 after a successful win against East Jackson last Saturday. The Bears’ game plan was firing on all cylinders as they won by an overall score of 86-47.

The Bears basketball team has started their season 2-0 after a successful win against East Jackson last Saturday. The Bears' game plan was firing on all cylinders as they won by an overall score of 86-47. The best word to summarize this year’s team is “chemistry.” With athletes like La’Quint...

12/10/2025

For the third season in a row, the Bears have had an esports team reach at least the Elite Eight in the playoffs. In years past, they had teams make Final Four and championship appearances. Unfortunately, this season didn’t experience that much success, but three teams qualified for the playoffs, and one team made it to the Elite Eight.

For the third season in a row, the Bears have had an esports team reach at least the Elite Eight in the playoffs. In years past, they had teams make Final Four and championship appearances. Unfortunately, this season didn’t experience that much success, but three teams qualified for the playoffs, ...

12/10/2025

For the second year in a row, the Burke County Bears met Carver-Columbus in the playoffs. Last year, it was in the state championship, and this year it was in the final four. Unfortunately for the Bears, this year ended in the same result, a Burke County 14-33 loss.

For the second year in a row, the Burke County Bears met Carver-Columbus in the playoffs. Last year, it was in the state championship, and this year it was in the final four. Unfortunately for the Bears, this year ended in the same result, a Burke County 14-33 loss. Scoring started off slowly, but C...

12/10/2025

Last year, my good friend Jeff Palmer sent me a photograph of a tomb stone that he uncovered in his front yard in Barrett Plantation. I was already aware of an African-American cemetery on Jeff’s property with some grave markers for persons born before the Civil War, a significant find. The marker photographed, however, was much older. I instantly recognized the name barely visible on the stone – John Davies (1761 To 1817).

Last year, my good friend Jeff Palmer sent me a photograph of a tomb stone that he uncovered in his front yard in Barrett Plantation. I was already aware of an African- American cemetery on Jeff’s property with some grave markers for persons born before the Civil War, a signifi- cant find. The mar...

12/10/2025

The Burke County Chamber of Commerce welcomed community leaders, elected officials, and business owners last Thursday morning for its Annual Legislative Breakfast—an event designed to strengthen the connection between state policymakers and the local business community.

The Burke County Chamber of Commerce welcomed community leaders, elected offi- cials, and business owners last Thursday morning for its Annual Legislative Breakfast—an event designed to strengthen the connection between state policymakers and the local business community. Held at The Ice Plant, th...

12/10/2025

The Waynesboro First Methodist Church is hosting its second annual drive-thru live nativity on Saturday, December 13.

The Waynesboro First Methodist Church is hosting its second annual drive-thru live nativity on Saturday, December 13. The live nativity will feature living actors along with “professional” live animals sourced from Lizalynn’s Petting Zoo in Thomson, Georgia. There will be several sheep, severa...

12/10/2025

The Annual Downtown Development Authority Christmas Parade was rained out on Saturday, December 6th, but has been rescheduled for Saturday, December 13th, at 1PM.

The Annual Downtown Development Authority Christmas Parade was rained out on Saturday, December 6th, but has been rescheduled for Saturday, December 13th, at 1PM. The DDA has sponsored the parade since 2012. It was at the annual Boss Hog Cook-Off that a chance encounter between Downtown Development....

12/10/2025

Augusta Judicial Circuit Superior Court Judge Jesse Stone swore in the newly-elected mayor of Keysville James Neely along with re-elected councilmembers Harold Kight and Maggie Terrell Monday, December 8, at Keysville City Hall.

Augusta Judicial Circuit Superior Court Judge Jesse Stone swore in the newly-elected mayor of Keysville James Neely along with re-elected councilmembers Harold Kight and Maggie Terrell Monday, December 8, at Keysville City Hall. (l to r) Vice Councilwoman Sharon Neely, Councilwoman Maggie Terrell, M...