The world has lost a truly extraordinary soul. A devoted wife, an unparalleled mother, a doting grandmother, and a fearless adventurer, Susan Wright was a force of nature whose love and spirit knew no ...

Jefferson “Jeffrey” Lanier, III, of Metter, passed away on April 4. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia on November 29, 1963, to the late Jefferson G. Lanier and Mary Goodwin Lanier and was later raised ...

Marcile Hooks Bird, of Metter, passed away peacefully at her home early Thursday morning, April 3. Born in Emanuel County, she was the daughter of Elder Vendie Hudson Hooks, Sr. and Fleetie Youmans ...

Jean Braddy Sikes, of Metter, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, April 1, surrounded by her loving family. Born in South Carolina to William Homer Braddy and Lois Dove Braddy, Jean spent ...

Delene Clance, beloved wife of Dr. William “Bill” Clance, passed away peacefully at her residence, surrounded by family, on Tuesday, April 1. Born in Chatham County, Delene was the daughter of Arthur ...

The Southeast Georgia Middle School Region Track Meet was recently held in Bryan County, showcasing local students’ athletic skills. Metter Middle School teams did an amazing job, with the boys’ team ...

Andy Callaway has been named head of school at David Emanuel Academy beginning in June. The announcement was made this past week by DEA’s Board of Trustees. Callaway graduated from David Emanuel ...

My House colleagues and I returned to the State Capitol on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, to kick off the 11th week of the 2025 legislative session. I was pleased last week to carry and pass a bill that add ...

The community is being asked to vote for the top three finalists for Candler’s Choice 2025. The recognition program was announced earlier this month during the unveiling of the Spring 2025 Candler ...

Metter Advertiser announced a proposal from Candler County Sheriff’s Office to provide policing services for the City of Metter. At that time, the newspaper reported that Mayor Ed Boyd had delivered a ...

Legacy Hotels LLC of Cobbtown has announced the construction of a 97- room Hampton Inn & Suites hotel at the intersection of Hwy. 23 and Oak Tree Road, just south of I-16. Hampton Inn is consistently ...