Area News
Ashburn City Council agenda
The Ashburn City Council will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday in the Municipal Courthouse. The public is invited to attend. Agenda items may change before the meeting. Items so far are: • Freddie Broome/GMA, to present an award to Councilmember Andrea Pierce • Ben Walker to discuss blighted properties • Approval of the FY2025-2026 Budget…
Read MoreFree US Flag
FREE FLAG! In this week’s edition. Get the full size flag in the print version.
Read MoreExperience Magic at Victoria Evans Memorial Library
Sheriff threatens to sue County over budget
Sheriff Andy Hester said he might sue the County Commission over funding the departments he oversees if the County does not give him enough money. At the June meeting, Commission Chairman James Burgess said he was told the Sheriff will not talk to him about the budgets because the Sheriff might sue over the…
Read MoreSummer Reading Program continues at Victoria Evans Memorial Library!
The Story Ship presents: The Rainbow Thief Get ready for an exciting, interactive magic show full of sing-along songs, animated adventures, and a dazzling rainbow light display! Help us save the Rainbow Queen’s magic tea kettle and bring color back to the world. Perfect for kids and families—this show is packed with fun,…
Read MoreLibrary’s June activity calendar
A new way to get your news
by MJ Polk Read the news that is important to you anywhere, any time with a new online program launched by The Wiregrass Farmer. Get more than local. Get the regional, state and national news no one else brings you. Substack delivers the news you want, the news you care about and the news you…
Read MorePay less tax and support the high school
A new program lets you donate to Turner County High School and a get a dollar-for-dollar break on your state income taxes. The PEACH Tax Credit is approved by the state as a way to help Georgia’s schools. The website states: “Georgia’s PEACH Education Tax Credit offers an exciting opportunity for individuals and businesses to…
Read MoreSave 7.5% on workman’s comp
The Ashburn-Turner County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that membership with the Chamber now offers businesses exclusive eligibility to join the Drugs Don’t Work (DDW) program — a statewide initiative promoting safer, healthier, and more productive workplaces. Businesses must join the Chamber of Commerce to get this discount. Participation in the Drugs Don’t…
Read MoreBuy flags from American Legion
American Legion Post 98 is asking all Turner County citizens to consider purchasing their United States and State of GA flags from the Legion. Monies raised from flag sales help fund Post 98’s various veteran and community support programs. Post 98’s US 3×5 Flags cost $38.42 each and State of GA 3×5 Flags cost $35.18…
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