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Baby Boomer stories wanted
If you were born between 1947 and 1964, you are a “baby boomer,” and the Cordele Dispatch would like to share your story with its readers in the next edition of the Tri-County Scene, a full color, glossy magazine.
We are particularly interested in glimpses from the past. Please share your best childhood and youth memories and quality photographs, especially candid shots that tell a story.
If you had a special experience such as meeting a famous performer or any other unusual or unique experience, we are interested in interviewing you for a full-length story. Please call me at 273-2277 or e-mail me at peggy.king@gaflnews.com.
We will take care of all photo submissions and return them to you if you’ll include a stamped self-addressed envelope. We also welcome e-mailed submissions if you have digital photos or can scan your photos and send them as jpegs.
Please take a trip down memory lane and tell our readers what it was like growing up in the 1950’s,1960’s and 1970’s.
To meet our deadlines, we must have your submissions no later than Monday, March 22. Please e-mail to peggy.king@gaflnews.com or mail to P. O. Box 1058, Cordele, GA 31010.
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SWGAU opens new office
Southwest Georgia United, in conjunction with the Crisp/Dooly Joint Development Authority officially opened the doors for their new facility Wednesday.
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Contractor waiting on DOT approval
With the final week of summer winding down, construction on I-75 through Crisp County is “complete for the most part,” says Archer Western Project Manager Brian Woods.
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Renewal tag fees added or increased
Not too many years ago, nearly all Georgia vehicles had one license plate which was easily recognizable from a distance. Now, there are over 100 valid special license plates in the state, and many Georgia automobile owners have purchased one or more of these special tags.
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Pet contest winner named
When the Cordele Dispatch’s pet pageant ended at noon Tuesday, “Bug” Owens, a Beagle belonging to Faye and Charles Owens of Cordele was the winner.
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LOCAL DEATH: Johnnie Mae Reese
BUTLER — Johnnie Mae Reese of Butler passed away Friday, July 27, 2010 in a Macon County hospital. -
Contractor waiting on DOT approval
CORDELE — With the final week of summer winding down, construction on I-75 through Crisp County is “complete for the most part,” says Archer Western Project Manager Brian Woods.
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Vienna businesses cited for underage sales
Complaints that a local business was selling alcohol to minors prompted police here to take action.
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Accused dog murderer arrested
Police here have made an arrest in a late August burglary during which a family’s beloved pet dog was brutally murdered.
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J.S. Pate students study vipers
J.S. Pate students in Mrs. Beth Rucker's homeroom made vipers after reading the story, "A Walk In the Desert."
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LOCAL DEATH: Eddie C. Clayton
VIENNA — Eddie C. Clayton of Vienna died Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at his residence. - More Local news Headlines
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