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Christie Dawn McConnell
Christie Dawn McConnell, 45, passed away on December 7, 2023 in Albany, GA. She was born July 17, 1978 to David Eugene Stephenson and the ...
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Cecil Janet Duff
Cecil Janet Duff, age 97, passed away Monday, November 20, 2023 in Plains, Ga. A visitation was held Saturday, November 25, 2023 at Hancock Funeral ...
by Chris Lewis, Friday, December 1, 2023 1:00 pm
Local news
“A Victorian Christmas” comes to the Windsor Hotel on December 1st
In conjunction with December First Friday events, the Sumter Players will bring an original performance, A Victorian Christmas, to the beautiful Windsor Hotel. Sumter Players ...
by Chris Lewis, Thursday, November 30, 2023 8:36 am
Jimmy Carter
Rosalynn Carter: A Lady of Grace and Courage
By Joshua Windus The day after Rosalynn Carter’s death started out overcast, though the quick break in the clouds did little to remove the somber ...
by Chris Lewis, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 11:13 am
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Sheriff Eric Byrant Offers Condolences After Rosalynn Carter’s Death
“First and foremost, our condolences to the entire Carter Family. Since my administration we have worked closely with the Carter staff and the Carter Center, ...
by Chris Lewis, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 11:02 am
Jimmy Carter
Remembering Rosalynn Carter: A Champion of Mental Health and Caregiving
By Ken Gustafson AMERICUS – Rosalynn Carter was involved in many things as the first lady during her husband’s administration and long after that, but ...
by Chris Lewis, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 11:00 am
Jimmy Carter
Rosalynn Carter: A First Lady on the Move
By D. Jason Berggren, Professor of Political Science at Georgia Southwestern State University, His wife, Bonnie K. Levine-Berggren, assisted with the proofreading. Rosalynn Carter, ...
by Chris Lewis, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 10:58 am
Jimmy Carter
Schedule of Observances for Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter
ATLANTA (Nov. 19, 2023) — Ceremonies celebrating the life of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, who passed away today at age 96, will take place ...
by Chris Lewis, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 10:48 am
Jimmy Carter
Remembering Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter
By Leila Case I met Rosalynn Carter shortly after moving here when she was recognized by Sumter Players, the local community theatre, for her service ...
by Chris Lewis, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 10:04 am
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Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter Passes Away at Age 96
ATLANTA (Nov. 19, 2023) — Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, a passionate champion of mental health, caregiving, and women’s rights, passed away Sunday, Nov. 19, ...
by Chris Lewis, Sunday, November 19, 2023 3:48 pm
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Joan Holland Anderson
Joan Holland Anderson, wife of the late W. Tinley Anderson, Jr., was born on December 17, 1934. She died on November 9, 2023.She is survived ...
by Chris Lewis, Friday, November 17, 2023 3:38 pm
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Ms. Catherine Mae Hubbard
Ms. Catherine Mae Hubbard, age 96, passed away on November 16, 2023 at Magnolia Manner Nursing Center in Americus, GA. Graveside service will be held ...
by Chris Lewis, Friday, November 17, 2023 2:56 pm
Local News
Sumter County Board of Education retreat
The Sumter County Board of Education will hold a retreat on Monday, October 30, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. The retreat will be held in the ...
by Chris Lewis, Thursday, October 26, 2023 3:50 pm
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Ms. Patricia Anne Hines
Ms. Patricia Anne Hines age 90, of Leslie, passed away Friday, October 20, 2023 at the Sumter Retirement Village in Plains. Graveside services will be ...
by Chris Lewis, Thursday, October 26, 2023 8:12 am
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Mrs. Eva Violet (Vi) Pilcher Roach
Mrs. Eva Violet (Vi) Pilcher Roach age 74, of Americus, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at Emory University Hospital. Funeral services will be held ...
by Chris Lewis, Friday, October 20, 2023 12:45 pm
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Ms. Sue Statham
Ms. Sue Statham, age 80, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023 at her home in Americus. Funeral services were held at 10:00 AM on ...
by Chris Lewis, Wednesday, October 11, 2023 3:13 pm
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Teresa Linn Downs Brazil
Teresa Linn Downs Brazil, age 71 of Shady Dale, passed away at her home Friday, September 15, 2023. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September ...
by Chris Lewis, Wednesday, September 20, 2023 1:08 pm
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Mrs. Dorothy Thornton
Mrs. Dorothy Thornton, age 73 of Powder Springs passed on September 7, 2023. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 11:00 AM in the ...
by Chris Lewis, Thursday, September 14, 2023 10:00 am
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Dennis Lynn Perry
Dennis Lynn Perry, age 93, of Americus, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023 at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center. Visitation was held at Hancock Funeral Home ...
by Chris Lewis, Thursday, September 7, 2023 3:32 pm
Local News
Sumter County Board of Education to hold meeting, August 28, 2023
The Sumter County Board of Education will hold a called meeting on Monday, August 28, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the boardroom of the Sumter ...
by Chris Lewis, Friday, August 25, 2023 3:25 pm
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Fred Lamar Paul
Fred Lamar Paul, 87, of Rome, GA, entered eternal rest on Friday, August 4, 2023. “Lamar” was born to the late Joseph Robert Paul and Virgie ...
by Chris Lewis, Wednesday, August 16, 2023 2:48 pm
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GARY LAMAR “SPARKY” REEVES
“Every Day Is Special”…the motto of this Big Time, Amazing Man, who touched countless lives throughout his fully lived 74 years, 4 months and ...
by Chris Lewis, Friday, August 4, 2023 9:27 am
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Connie Rue Wheaton
Connie Rue Wheaton, 93, passed away on July 27, 2023 in Americus, GA. She was born May 4, 1930 to the late Arthur Bradley and ...
by Chris Lewis, Friday, July 28, 2023 9:49 am
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Ann Way Bass
Ann Way Bass peacefully rejoined her husband and daughter in heaven on July 19, 2023 while surrounded by family. A loving wife, mother, and grandmother, ...
by Chris Lewis, Thursday, July 27, 2023 8:45 am
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Mrs. Patsy Ruth Short Medlock
Mrs. Patsy Ruth Short Medlock, age 85, passed away on June 11, 2023 at her beloved home in Plains, Georgia. Funeral services were held ...
by Chris Lewis, Tuesday, June 27, 2023 4:26 pm
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Mrs. Frances Delores Chappell
Mrs. Frances Delores Chappell, age 84, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023 at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center. Born January 10, 1939 in Center ...
by Chris Lewis, Tuesday, June 27, 2023 4:23 pm
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Sybil H. Crawford
We are sad to announce the passing of our Mother, , at the age of 97, on June 22, 2023. She was surrounded by ...
by Chris Lewis, Tuesday, June 27, 2023 4:20 pm
Jimmy Carter
A political “turning point”: Jimmy Carter and his 1962 GA. State Senate run
by D. Jason Berggren Note: D. Jason Berggren is an associate professor of political science at Georgia Southwestern State University. As part of the Americus ...
