GED/Adult classes

Augusta Technical College and Lincoln County Family Connection are offering GED/Adult Literacy classes on Mon., Tues., and Thurs. from 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Wed., from 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. For more information, please call 706-359-3425 or 706-359-5769.

In the know

"Do you want to be the first to know? The Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce is creating a database of community members interested in receiving community, Chamber and member announcements directly to your computer. There is no cost involved and you can cancel anytime. Please contact the Chamber at lincolncham@nuz. net if interested."

TIA Helping Hand

The original Clothes Closet, located on Firetower Rd., has reopened, now as T.I.A. Community Helping Hand. All proceeds will go toward the Lincoln County Food Pantry and emergency needs of the community, 50/ 50.

All donations are welcome, we will pick up. Your donations are appreciated. Hours of operation are: Thurs., 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. For more information, please call 706-359-7838 or 706-359-7345.

Planning meetings

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold all its regularly scheduled meetings in the Planning and Zoning Conference Room located at 107 Perryman Avenue unless otherwise advertised. The meeting dates are: Jan. 7, 2008; Feb. 11; March 10; April 7; May 5; June 9; July 7; Aug. 11; Sept. 8; Oct. 6; Nov. 10; Dec. 8.

Board meetings

The regular meetings of the Lincoln County Board of Elections and Voter Registration will be held on the fourth Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. The meetings will be held at the Board of Elections, The Lincoln Center, 160 May Ave., Lincolnton, GA 30817, any changes to the schedule dates or alternate dates for meetings occurring on holidays will be posted.

Donations welcomed

The Lincoln County Food Pantry welcomes contributions. Your donations are tax deductible. You may mail your contributions to: The Lincoln County Food Pantry, P.O. Box 473, Lincolnton, GA 30817. Thank you for your support.

Little League registration

Lincoln County Little League registration for baseball is now taking place. You can sign up at Cliatt Crossing, Farmers & Merchant Bank, Goldman & Wengrow or the LC Recreation Dept. Deadline is Feb. 29, 2008.

Prog. at Ebenezer

The deacons and trustees of Ebenezer Baptist Church will have their program on Sun., Feb. 10 at 2:30 p.m. Rev. Charles Lacy and Mt. Nebo Baptist Church will be in charge of the service. Rev. Fred Perriman is pastor.

Democrats to meet

The democratic party will meet at the Lincoln County Public Library on Mon., Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. Dr. Lowell Greenbaum, chairman of the Richmond County Democratic Party, will be the guest speaker.

Basketball camp

Applications are now being evaluated for the Ten Star All Star Summer Basketball Camp for boys and girls ages 10-19. There is also a summer camp available for boys and girls ages 6-18. For a free brochure, please call 704-373-0873 anytime. www.tenstarcamp.com.

Super Bowl party

Thomas-Lane American Legion Post 597 will host a Super Bowl Party on Sun., Feb. 3 at 5 p.m. The game will be viewed on a wide screen TV and your favorite finger foods will be served. Admission at the door will be charged. For more information, please call 706-359-4451.

Drivers program

Sign up now for the AARP Drivers Safety Program for ages 50 and older to be held Wed. and Thurs., Feb. 20 - 21 from 1-5 p.m. Cost is $10 per person. Register by calling the library at 706-359-4014. Call now, class size is limited.

Women's ministry

Bethel Under the Blood Ministry, 309A Spring St., Washington, will have Women Ministry on Friday nights at 7:30 p.m. For more information, please call 706-726-3155.

H&E Conference

All area pastors, deacons, Sunday school teachers, school teachers, parents, students, youth groups, clubs, etc. are invited to a Family & Community Health & Education Conference Sat., Feb. 2, 9 a.m. at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Lincolnton.

Many educational topics will be discussed such as STDs, HIV and Aids, tobacco, drugs, pregnancy,

Disney trip sign-up

Newberry Baptist Church Disney World 2008 trip will be held April 5 - 9. If you are planning to travel with us this year, please make contact ASAP. Seats are going fast. Please contact Miss Shelby Turner - 706- 359-4755, Ms. Sandra Turner - 706- 359-6715, Mrs. Jessie Turner - 706- 359-2957, or Mrs. Shirley Leverett - 706-597-0318, to secure your seat and pick up an itinerary.

Health conference

A Family and Community Health and Education Conference will be held at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 1157 Ebenezer Church Rd., on Sat., Feb. 2, registration at 9 a.m.

All area church officials and members, students, teachers, youth groups and clubs are encouraged to attend. Guest speakers will discuss STD's, HIV and AIDS, tobacco, drugs, pregnancy, how to handle grief and death, and healthy food and nutrition.

This conference is co-sponsored by East Central Health District, The March of Dimes and others. For more information, please call 706-359- 2232.

Legal help

Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP) staff will be in Lincoln County at The Senior Center, 160 May Ave., on Mon., Feb. 11 from 9 - 11 a.m. to meet with seniors needing free legal, non-criminal help on first come, first serve basis.

If you are unable to attend on this date, you may call them at 1-800-248- 6697 with your questions.

Sweethearts ball

Thomas-Lane American Legion Post 597 will host a Sweetheart's Ball on Sat., Feb. 16 beginning at 8 p.m.

Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased from legionnaires or members of the ladies auxiliary. For more information, please call 706- 359-4451.

Bingo on Friday BINGO! Fridays, 7:30 p.m. at American Legion Post 194 in Lincolnton.

Turkey shoot Feb. 2

The Sons of American Legion, Squadron 194 will have a turkey shoot on Sat., Feb. 2, 7 - 10 p.m. at the American Legion Fairgrounds. Concessions will be available.

Valentine dance

Valentine dance with Steve Chappell (National Award Winning Elvis Impersonator) on Sat., Feb. 9, 9:00 p.m. at the American Legion Post 194. For more information, please contact 706-359-3445.