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The Leverett family’s dental legacy
With the onward march of progress, some industries have experienced little change, but most have changed drastically, especially in recent decades. Medicine and healthcare have seen leaps and bounds in changes recently, and the dental field is no exception. The Leverett family has observed these changes over the past two generations, beginning with the opening […] The post The Leverett family’s dental legacy appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Police in Georgia capture alleged gunman hours after deadly shooting
BLAKELY, Ga. — Above video: Your Monday headlines. One man is behind bars following a deadly weekend shooting in Georgia. According to the Blakely Police Department, officers responded Saturday around 7 p.m. to an open lot after a report of gunfire. One man was found suffering from multiple gunshot...
Bee buzz: From the honeycomb to the table
Regarded by many as a delicacy for centuries, honey is an animal byproduct and the results of the labors of tens of thousands of the oldest bees in a colony. A honeybee’s life begins with cleaning cells, on through building comb to store honey, guarding the hive entrance, and the most dangerous job, foraging. Only the oldest bees assume this task since they are the closest to perishing from old age: about 45 days in Summer months. Imagine if every time you went outside it was a daring adventure wrought with perils such as giant birds, lizards, frogs and spiders!
Why Deannette and Denise are proud to be farmers
ASHFORD, Ala. (WTVY) - Twin sisters in Ashford are showcasing a traditional farming lifestyle through a modern lens. For over twenty years, Deannette Boutwell and Denise Warg have been inseparable on their family’s homestead. “We’ve come into the world together and we’ve pretty much done everything together, which includes...
Car crashes through Boyd’s BBQ storefront
Late Monday morning, a car crashed through the front of Boyd’s BBQ. According to Bainbridge Public Safety, the driver had mistakenly put the car in drive instead of reverse. Nobody was hurt in the wreck. The Post-Searchlight will provide updates on what this means for Boyd’s operating hours going forward. The post Car crashes through Boyd’s BBQ storefront appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
From recipient to donor, UGA alumnus Johnelle Simpson aids meal plan scholarship’s continued impact
Pictured: University of Georgia Alumnus and former recipient of the Let All the Big Dawgs Eat scholarship, Johnelle Simpson II, formerly of Donalsonville, returns to the UGA campus as a donor and advisor to ensure the program’s continued success. Pictured: Johnelle Simpson stands with UGA President Jere W. Morehead...
Public hearing for public input on City budget set for May 9
The proposed 2024-25 City of Donalsonville budget is now available at City Hall for public viewing. A public hearing will be held on Thursday, May 9 at 5 p.m. for the purpose of receiving public input and comments concerning the. fiscal year 2024-25 budget. The hearing will be held in...
Houston County to vote on leasing former sheriffs building
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — Houston County commissioners will decide whether or not to lease the old Houston County Sheriff’s building up for lease. The commission will decide whether to lease the former sheriff’s building to the Alabama Board of Pardons and Parole. The property of their current...
SCCA teacher surprised with cruise from Envision Credit Union
Spring Creek Charter Academy teacher Krystal Apke was one of 70 teachers who received a once-in-a-lifetime surprise last Thursday, having won a free cruise voucher via Envision Credit Union. Originally created as the Leon County Teachers Credit Union in 1954, Envision chose to celebrate its 70th birthday by giving back to 70 teachers in the […] The post SCCA teacher surprised with cruise from Envision Credit Union appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Marianna’s Chabot signs with Brewton Parker
MARIANNA, Fla. (WMBB) – Marianna High School senior, Jonathon Chabot signed a weightlifting scholarship with Brewton Parker College on Thursday afternoon. Brewton Paker College is an NAIA program in Mount Vernon, Georgia. Chabot was a leader on the Bulldogs weightlifting team and capped off his senior year with a State appearance.
Meet Bill Durham, the Bainbridge man behind FSU and College Football’s greatest tradition
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Florida State University has a long-standing relationship with the Seminole Native American Tribe. The school’s moniker, the “Seminoles,” and symbol, the side profile of a Native American, is derived from the tribe. One of the most well-known nods to their indigenous...
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