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Passing in a no-passing zone leads to 2-vehicle crash on Elberton Highway

Passing in a no-passing zone leads to 2-vehicle crash on Elberton Highway (FISHING CREEK, GA)  – A crash around 8am this morning on Elberton Highway (GA79) at Fishing Creek demolished two vehicles but only resulted in minor injuries to the occupants, according to Lincoln County Sheriff’s Department accident investigator Sgt. Gene Amos. According to law…

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Lincoln Commission meeting rescheduled for SEP 21

Public Notice The regular September monthly meeting of the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners has been rescheduled from September 14, 2023, to Thursday, September 21, 2023, @ 6:00pm in the courtroom in the courthouse. Notice given Friday, September 8, 2023.

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New Hope MBC celebrates Pastoral Anniversary THIS Sunday, Sep 10

Correction: this week’s paper incorrectly listed the following event as August 10.  The following is correct: New Hope MBC celebrates pastoral anniversary New Hope MBC will celebrate the 18th Pastoral Anniversary honoring Pastor Michael A. and First Lady Lynda Butler. You are invited to join our church family on September 10 at 1pm to help…

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West Dam Recreation Area/Bartram Trail closed due to water line leak

The U.S Army Corps of Engineers, at the J. Strom Thurmond Lake has closed access to West Dam Recreation Area and the Bartram Trail at West Dam effective immediately, Aug. 25th, 2023, due to a main water line leak. https://www.sas.usace.army.mil/About/Divisions-and-Offices/Operations-Division/J-Strom-Thurmond-Dam-and-Lake/Plan-a-Visit/Hunting/>

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Friday Night Football Updates

As of 948pm: Lincoln County fell at home to an unstoppable Bryan County running game, 27-16. McCormick lost their away game to regional powerhouse Abbeville 40-3. More when available.

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Outdoor columnist Albert Moody passes

Funeral Service, Saturday, August 5, Parksville Baptist Church 11:00am Outdoor columnist Albert Moody passes (CLARKS HILL, SC) – Outdoor columnist and legendary fisherman Albert Moody, 63, passed away early this morning at his Clarks Hill home after an extended illness and hospice care. Mr. Moody has co-written “Fishing this Week” with long-time Augusta Chronicle outdoor…

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