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Wilcox awards diplomas
ROCHELLE — The gym at WCHS was packed Saturday morining as the Class of 2009 crossed the stage one last time, to receive their diplomas. It was standing room only as the senior class, consisting of just over 100 students, marched into the gym.
WCHS Princpal Arney Bryant gave the opening remarks before Honor Graduate Holly Dykes welcomed those in attendance. Several honor graduates recognized special guests, senior honor students, scholarship recipients and Marshals and Ushers for the ceremony. The WCHS chorus, featuring a number of members of the graduating class performed a selection of music throughout the program including LeeAnne Womack’s “I hope you dance” and “Time of your life” by Green Day.
The commencement address was the given by Salutatorian and STAR student, Phillip Bloodworth. He reminisced with the assembly on all the times the graduates had shared throughout the years, including mention of a teacher known to the class as “Hawkeye” who always managed to catch students with their cellphones. Before closing his speech he gave thanks to God for getting him to that moment in his life.
After students made their walk to accept their diplomas the crowd was treated to a slideshow comprised of “then and now” pictures of graduates. Afterwards, the crowd cheered as the Class of 2009 collectively turned theri tassles after a recessional the graduates tossed their cames in triumph, one even landing on top of a basketball goal. Afterwards everyone journeyed to the parking lot to say good-byes and congratulate their seniors.
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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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Former resident recognized
Daryl Clements, a former deputy sheriff and paramedic in Crisp County has been recognized for achieving 20 consecutive years as a Nationally Registered Paramedic.
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LOCAL DEATH: Eddie C. Clayton
VIENNA — Eddie C. Clayton of Vienna died Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at his residence. -
Road closure planned
CSX railroad will have Drayton Rd. between Drayton Lane and Macedonia closed from 8 a.m. today, Sept. 1 until further notice for crossing maintenance.
Travelers may detour on Drayton Lane, Macedonia Rd. and Fenn Rd.
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Police probe pair of burglaries
CORDELE — Items valued in excess of $700 were reported stolen in a burglary city police officers were called to investigate Monday morning.
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Habitat store sponsors jeans bonanza
CORDELE — Do you need some jeans for back-to-school? Do you love jeans that are already broken in and soft? Do you like a bargain? -
Search on for missing guardsman
A missing person alert has been issued for a Georgia National Guardsman last seen three days earlier.
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Troopers prepare for holiday
The Georgia State Patrol is reminding drivers not to get behind the wheel impaired during the upcoming Labor Day holiday travel period. Troopers and officers with the Motor Carrier Compliance Division will be working alongside sheriff’s deputies and police officers in an effort to keep the holiday weekend as safe as possible.
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Vienna businesses sited for underage sales
Complaints that a local business was selling minors to alcohol prompted police here to take action.
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Fundraiser benefits Gillespie-Selden
CORDELE — St. Paul Gillespie-Selden Rural Life Board of Directors (RLCC) along with the Gillespie-Selden Alumni (GSI) hosted a fundraiser recently for the improvements to the Gillespie-Selden Administration Building located at 601 W. 15th Avenue here.
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