Ashleigh Sheffield, a 29-year-old mother of eight children, knows struggles. Until recently, about all she has known is hard times. She grew up in a family that she describes as dysfunctional. Things ...

Temperatures are expected to warm up slightly on Thursday, setting the stage for the festive Lighting of Metter event. The annual Christmas celebration in Metter’s downtown park will be highlighted by ...

Last week, the final Georgia Southern Eagles’ basketball game was played in the illustrious Hanner Fieldhouse on the Statesboro campus. From now on, the Eagles will play roundball in the new Jack Hill ...

I’m lazy. I had to stick my finger in an electric socket just to force myself off the couch to write this (Note to self: Move computer to couch). I like being lazy. If I wasn’t lazy, I would probably ...

On Nov. 7, 2024, the Georgia State Board of Education approved Metter High School to receive a Georgia Outdoor Learning Demonstration (GOLD) Grant in the amount of $1,614. The GOLD Grant is focused on ...

A residence on Wild Flower Circle was destroyed by fire in the early morning hours of Nov. 30. Amy Dickerson and daughter Sarah Deloach were in the home when fire alarms awakened them, alerting them ...

Last year, we admit, we were a little lax in publishing a Wish List for the community. It was one of those “we’ll get to it soon” projects that we never got to. And in retrospect, we realize that this ...

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Metter-Candler Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Brianna Dillon has resigned her position, stating that bullying and intimidation played a large role in her decision. Dillon’s resignation came ...

In recognition of the community’s commitment to quality growth and economic development, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce named Metter-Candler County as the inaugural Rural Community of the Year Award ...

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The Metter High School Athlete of the Week is sponsored by Optim Sports Medicine. Honorees are chosen for their dedication to their sport, their perseverance and for giving 110%.