Fifth annual Wes Bennett III golf tournament set for Nov. 26
The fifth annual Wes Bennett, III golf tournament is to be held Wednesday, November 26, at the Okefenokee Country Club.
The Old Marion Hotel demo
Good Morning, Blackshear! Allie Peagler chats with the most recent owners of the Old Marion Hotel and their decision to remove the old building.
Hospice Satilla’s thirteenth Annual Silver Bowl Gala will be held 6-8 p.m. Thursday, November 13
Hospice Satilla’s thirteenth Annual Silver Bowl Gala will be held 6-8 p.m. Thursday, November 13 at The Banter in downtown Blackshear and the hospice Board of Trustees is hoping everyone will make plans to attend.
Deadline approaching to order produce box from 4-H
Pierce County 4-H is holding its Fall Fundraiser by offering a box of fresh fall produce. Orders are being accepted now until Nov. 7. Produce boxes will be delivered the week of Nov. 17, with the exact date to be announced.
Good morning, Pierce! Patterson candidate interviews
With only a few days of early voting remaining, the big day is approaching! Allie Peagler took a moment to talk with those running for Patterson City Council.
TWO DEATHS REPORTED IN SATURDAY SHOOTING
Two people were fatally shot Saturday morning, October 25, in the St. Johns Community off Georgia Highway 121 South. Details are scarce, but Sheriff Ramsey Bennett confirmed his office is conducting a “death investigation” in the southern part of the county.
Southern Quality Propane comes to Pierce County
Southern Quality Propane cut the ribbon at their newest location on Oct. 21. Based out of Thomasville, Southern Quality Propane now has five locations, three in Georgia and two in Florida. Brian Owens is the branch manager of the new Blackshear location, which is the newest member of the Pierce County Chamber of Commerce. Free hamburgers and hotdogs, along with raffle prizes, helped celebrate the ribbon cutting. Pictured above (l-r) are Micah Freeman, Anthony Garcia, Trae Kicklighter, Brent Henson, Bridgette Owens, Brian Owens, and Tony Gilbert.
Shuan Michael Jeffers
Shuan Michael Jeffers, age 53, of Callahan, FL, passed away Sunday evening, October 19, 2025, at Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville, FL, following a courageous battle with cancer that he fought bravely.
Gail Gregory Landry
Gail Gregory Landry of Batesburg, SC, was called home unexpectedly Thursday, October 9, 2025, a month shy of her 70th birthday.
Don't miss Good Morning, Blackshear!
MES Fall Festival is tomorrow!
Don't forget! MES Fall Festival presales are today (10/22) from 7:00AM- 2:00PM The Fall Festival itself is tomorrow (10/23). Credit cards & cash accepted at the front office for convenience. Skip the long lines and pre-order your tickets!
Ribbon Cutting set for October 2
Waycross Area Community Theatre is proud to present the hilarious comedy, “Second-To-Last Chance Ladies League” as their opening show of the 2025-2026 season.
Waycross Area Community Theatre is proud to open its 2025-2026 season with the hilarious comedy, “Second-To-Last Chance Ladies League.” Performances will be held at the historic Ritz Theatre in downtown Waycross on October 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, and 11 at 7:30 pm, with a matinee on Sunday, October 5 at 2:30 pm. Admission is $18. Reserve your seats online at www.waycrossritz.com.
Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (ESPLOST)
Pierce County voters will be asked to renew its Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (ESPLOST) in the November 4 General Election.
Resource fair for grands set for held Sept. 30
Girls Flag Football is here!
2025 Inaugural Girls Flag Football Registration!
Reward offered in Aspinwall Case
A reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Tristin Aspinwall has been established.