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Monique Booker attends McDonald's world convention
      Monique Booker, of Washington, was selected by McDonald's Corporation to represent the Atlanta region restaurants at its 2008 World Wide Convention held recently in Orlando, Florida. She was one of only 13 employees selected from 932 restaurants and thousands of crew members from across the region...
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Mt. Carmel Baptist honors graduation of Thomas Booker
      Thomas Booker was honored with graduation services by the Sunday School of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church where he has faithfully attended for 18 years. Thomas graduated from Washington Wilkes Comprehens ive High School in Tiger Stadium on Friday, May 23. He is the son of Robyn and Enoch Booker Jr.
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Bound for a great experience
     Hailey Ward (left) a rising senior at W-WCHS and the incoming president of the Interact Club, was given a cash donation toward expenses for her upcoming participation in Teens Westward Bound, "a 23-day discovery of the real American West and ... oneself," during which she will experience many sites ...
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WOW awards presented at W-WMS
     Woodmen of the World awards in social studies and history for 2008 were presented by Olin Newby (left) to Washington-Wilkes Middle School students (l-r) Darius Turner sixth Grade; Aaliya Berry, sixth grade; Ryan Colvard, sixth grade; Lauren Roberts, seventh grade; Brandon Dill, eighth grade history;...
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Lauren Shoemaker graduates from University of Ala.
      Lauren Elizabeth Shoemaker graduated from the University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Business Administration; a major in finance and a concentration in real estate. Commencement exercises were held Saturday, May 10, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Lauren is currently employed by Pri...
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Celebration to honor Guins on 50th anniversary
      The children of Rev. and Mrs. Boyce Ficklen Guin Jr. will host a 50th wedding anniversary celebration in honor of their parents on Saturday, June 8, from 3-5 p.m. The celebration will be held in the fellowship hall of Danburg Baptist Church at 164 Bradford Road in Tignall.
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Receives distinction
      Sonny Johnson of Crawfordville was recently named Master Underwriter for Cotton States Insurance. The award recognizes agents who are considered Cotton States' experts in P&C underwriting and risk selection. Johnson began his career with Cotton States Insurance in 1990. He serves his clients from...
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Stacey Ware celebrates fifth birthday May 6
      Stacey Ware, son of Scott and Kathy Ware of Tignall, was five years old on May 6 and enjoyed several celebrations. On his birthd ay Stacey shared cupcakes, Cheetos, and juice drinks with his classmates. He was also treated to a special dinner with his papa and nana, Donald and Peggy Ware, at La...
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Kettle Creek Chapter DAR 2008-2010 officers installed at Woman's Club on Mon., May 19
Washington Personal Mention
      The Kettle Creek Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, met Monday, May 19, at the Washington Woman's Club for a special program and installation of officers.
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Xi Zeta Delta, Beta Sigma Phi members enjoy Founder's Day
      Members of Xi Zeta Delta Chapter, Beta Sigma Phi, enjoyed their first annual Founder's Day at Down Under on The Square in Washington April 28.
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Olivia Kate Brown
      Mr. and Mrs. Michael Brown of Thomson announce the birth of their daughter, Olivia Kate, on Wednesday, May 14, at Trinity Hospital in Augusta. Olivia weighed 6 lbs. 8 ozs. and was 19 inches long. She has a six-year-old sister, Madeline.
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Jessica Eason guest of honor at lingerie shower on May 24
      Jessica Eason, bride-elect of Brett Northenor, was entertained at a lingerie shower on Saturday morning, May 24, at the home of Gail Duggan on South Alexander Avenue. Co-hostesses with Mrs. Duggan were her daughters, Katie and Elizabeth Duggan.
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Iris Garden Club members enjoy spring luncheon at Keener home
      The Iris Garden Club met Tuesday, May 13, in the home of Nobie Keener in Tignall for the annual spring salad luncheon. Mimosas and orange juice were served to members as they arrived. Karen Subbs, president, presided and welcomed members. She thanked Mrs.
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Caleb J. Callaway celebrates birthday with family, friends
      Caleb James Callaway, son of Candy Callaway of Washington and Parker Callaway of Rayle, was three years old on Monday, May 5 On his birthday Caleb celebrated with his sister, Dawn, and mother with a cookout of hamburgers and baked beans at his home.
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Anna Gentry honored at soccer birthday party
      Anna Gentry, daughter of Katherine and John Gentry Jr. of Athens, celebrated her ninth birthday on Friday evening, May 16, at the Oconee County Recreation Department Community Complex. Her birthday was May 5. Anna was treated to a special soccer party and she and her classmates enjoyed playing so...
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Chase Jackson receives BA degree from Ga. Southern
      Charles "Chase" Timothy Jackson received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Georgia Southern University in Statesboro during graduation ceremonies at Paulson Stadium May 10. Chase graduated with a major in Justice Studies and has accepted an internship with the U.S. Marshall Services.
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Morgan Shedd honored at Mickey Mouse party May 4
      Johnathon Morgan Shedd, son of Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Shedd of Rayle, celebrated his third birthday on May 3. Morgan was honored on Sunday afternoon, May 4, at his home wi th a Mickey Mouse Club House Party carried out with balloons and festive decorations.
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Hendrix family gathers for reunion at Lindsey home
      Sixty-six members of the family of the late William Grady and Agnes Barrett Hendrix gathered for a reunion on Saturday, May 10, at the Danburg home of Mike and Patricia Lindsey. The family enjoyed a beautiful spring day in the lovely yard of the Lindsey country home.
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WMH Foundation making plans for repeat gala in Feb.
      The Wills Memorial Hospital Foundation met May 7 in the Nash Library of the hospital. Directors attending were Debbie Bennett, Herb Stackhouse, Pat Niemann, Kelly Powell, Ed Geddings, Lefreda Adair, and Bernie Pope. The main topic of discussion was the very successful "From the Heart" gala that ...
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First Baptist Pre-Kindergarten honors mothers at special Mother's Day Tea on Monday, May 5
      The children of the First Baptist Church Pre-Kindergarten honored their mothers at a special Mother's Day Tea on Monday, May 5, in the Mary Callaway Burton Fellowship Hall.
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Bettye Rhodes, Travis Armour honored at shower on May 17
      Engaged couple Bettye Rhodes and Travis Armour were honored by the Senior Choir of First Baptist Church at a fellowship Saturday evening, May 17, at the home of Patricia and Allen Burton on the Thomson Road. Mrs. Rhodes chose for the occasion a white linen ruffledblouse over a navy linen skirt an...
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Mia Robinson named STAR Student for Athens Christian
      Mia Robinson was named 2008 STAR Student for Athens Christian School in Athens. The STAR Student Award is sponsored by the Professional Association of Georgia Educators. Miss Robinson chose Dotty Gunby of Winder as her STAR Teacher.
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Wayne Hocutt a leader in sales for Time Warner's first quarter
      Wayne Hocutt has been named to the Winner's Circle of Time Warner Cable as he has been ranked second in the nation in direct sales for the first quarter of 2008. Hocutt, of Indian Trail, N.C., serves in the Carolinas region, Charlotte division.
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