The Metter-Candler Chamber of Commerce has announced dates for three key calendar events: Pink Friday, the State of the Community Breakfast and the annual Gala & Auction. Metter businesses will be ...

Tamara Rhodes, a 6-year-old kindergartner at Metter Elementary shares her Christmas list with Santa Clause. Tamara had an opportunity to meet St. Nick at the annual Tom Engle/Denver Lanier Christmas ...

The day after Thanksgiving is traditionally known as “Black Friday,” and it is a time when people try to get a jump on shopping for the upcoming holiday season. However, a group of people in Metter ...

Candler County has partnered with CivicPlus® to implement its new mass notification software platform, officially transitioning away from the CodeRED system that the community has used for many years.

One Act Play Metter High School’s talented cast and crew earned the Region Championship this past week for their one-act play, Ariadne’s Thread! This marks the fifth region championship for the One ...

To the Editor: I was at the polling place last night (Nov. 4) and couldn’t help but notice the campaign tent set up far too close to the entrance. Georgia election law is clear on this matter. Under ...

We are fortunate as a small community to have leadership in our school system that is willing to make wise decisions that give our students an opportunity to excel in having a well-rounded education.

Tera P. Collins, a cherished resident of Lyons, Georgia, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on February 20, 1936, in Lyons, she lived a life ...

Anne Marie Loupot Cowart passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Rouen, France, a beautiful and medieval city in Normandy France, the only ...

Larry M. Hadden, 74, of Metter and beloved husband of Dianne Hadden, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Born on May 3, 1951, Larry was the son of the late ...

On behalf of the Candler County Commission, County Administrator Bryan Aasheim outlined a number of concerns regarding the Central Station housing development that has been proposed for the City of ...