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SGE purchases old Jimtex Yarn factory will open manufacturing, assembly center

South Georgia Equipment, LLC (SGE) is the new own­er of the former Jimtex Yarn factory in Lincolnton follow­ing the sale of the facility on Wednesday, February 7, by building owner Martex Fiber of North Carolina. More...

STAR Student and Teacher selected

Ross LeRoy, son of Jason and Cinthia LeRoy, has been named STAR stu­dent for the LCHS Class of 2019. Carol O'Neill, a math teacher at LCHS, was selected by LeRoy as his STAR Teacher. More...

College and career fair to be held for students, community Feb. 21

The Career, Technical, and Ag­riculture Education (CTAE) De­partment at Lincoln County High School is planning a college and career fair for students and the community 1:30-4 p.m., Thursday, February 21, in the LCHS cafete­ria.  More...

News

Ten free trees offered to new found. members

Joining the Arbor Day Foundation is an ideal way to get in the mood for spring planting. More...

Lincoln County School System Breakfast Menu

Mon., Feb. 18 - Fri., Feb. 22

l Monday - No School. l Tuesday - Muffins & yogurt or cereal bar. l Wednesday - Steak biscuit or cereal choice. l Thursday - Sausage biscuit or ce­real bar. More...

Lincoln County School System Lunch Menu

Mon., Feb. 18 - Fri., Feb. 22

l Monday - No School. l Tuesday - Corndog, potato wedges, garden romaine salad, celery sticks, mandarin oranges. l Wednesday - Asian chicken, fried rice, California steamed vegetables, hot rolls, baby carrots w/dip, fruit. More...

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People

Murray, Jones to exchange vows in July ceremony

Ashton Murray and Craig Jones, both of Lincolnton, are proud to announce their engagement. Ms. Murray is the daughter of Willie and Jackie Murray of Lin­colnton. She is a 2012 graduate of Lincoln County High School. More...

Shively and Folger to perform with Sarah Brightman at Fox

Austin Shively and Thomas Folger have been chosen to be part of a 24-voice choir singing with Sarah Brightman at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta February 17th, and at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. on February 16th.  More...

Kids hunt held Feb. 9

Beulah Baptist Church held its annual raccoon hunt and kids hunt on Saturday, February 9 with over 80 in attendance. More...

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Worship

Anthony Chapel Church

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THAT CERTAIN SMILE

The joy of Living comes to all those who have received Christ as their Savior. That certain smile worn by those who live their religion reflects the happiness and confidence felt by Christians who have totally committed themselves to their God. More...

Come Worship with us

ANTHONY CHAPEL CHURCH: Pas­tor: David Bohling; Metasville Road; 706-869-8106 home, 706-399-2559 cell or 359-4437 church; Services: Sunday School: 10:00 a.m.; Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.; Fellowship Meal and Bible Study: Wednesday 7:00; Community Fello More...

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SAR members join in Elijah Clarke Day celebration

Members of the Wiregrass Chapter - Georgia Society, Sons of the American Revolution (l-r) Emory Fennel, former chaplain, Dess Smith, registrar, Woody Woodard, compatriot, and Wilder Smith, president, participated in the events held during the Elijah More...

City approves increase in county water rate; bans the sale of drug-related paraphernalia

The Lincolnton City Council met Tuesday, February 5, and part of the meeting had to do with an annual review of the water treatment plant expenses. The review was done by Kenny Green, of G. More...

Grand jury hands down indictments including several drug-related cases

A list of indictments was re­leased after the Lincoln County Superior Court Grand Jury re­ported for duty on Monday, Janu­ary 28th and Tuesday, January 29th at the Lincoln County court­house.  Judge Harold. A. More...

County discusses agricultural building to be erected at recreational complex

The Lincoln County Commission­ers met for a work session Thursday, February 7, where a number of issues were discussed. No vote is ever taken during a work session. More...

Chamber members asked to nominate Business of the Year

The Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its Business of the Year award. More...

Editorial Page

Words of Encouragement

Every old barn looks better with a coat of paint on it
By ROGER ALFORD
columnist

I love the joke about the three old fellows, all well into their 80s, talking about what they’d like their grandchildren to say about them 50 years from now.  “I would like my grandchildren to say my success as a businessman enriched More...

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The Perfect Lawn

By Brian Tankersley
Lincoln County Extension Service

The Spring growing season is right around the corner and for most homeowners managing the lawn grass is a continuing battle. The desire to have the perfect lawn is a goal for many of us but achieving that goal seems a little out of reach. More...

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Obituaries

Edythe Juanita Florence Norman

Mrs. Edythe ‘Juanita’ Florence Norman, 96, of Elberton, Georgia, wife of 44 years to the late Grady Hawes Norman, entered into rest on Sunday, February 10, 2019, at The Oaks at Braselton in Hoschton.  More...

Sarah Scott Arthur

Mrs. Sarah Scott Arthur entered into eternal rest on Monday, Febru­ary 4, 2019.  Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, February 6, at Rees Funeral Home with Benton Belangia officiating. More...

Shannon Clayborn McCauley

Shannon Clayborn McCauley, age 40, of Lincolnton, entered into rest on Sunday, February 10, 2019 at Doctors Hospital in Augusta with her loving family by her side.  She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Lillian Davis.  More...

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Community Calendar

Community Calendar

Masons to meet The Lincolnton Masonic Lodge 354 holds its regular meeting on the third Thursday of every month. Dinner is served at 6:30 with the meeting starting at 7:30. AA meeting More...

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