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Today's riddle: Do you know what the two sides of a circle are? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. GBI investigates use of force incident and death in Swainsboro (wrdw.com) — A Swainsboro man died after shooting himself during a tense police encounter Monday night in a parking lot on South Circle Drive, prompting a GBI investigation. Officers say they used less-lethal rounds while trying to stop him from harming himself, and an autopsy is planned as investigators seek additional information from the public.
2. Hunter installs 2026-27 Kiwanis Board members (emanuelcountylive.com) — Swainsboro's Kiwanis Club has installed its 2026-27 board, with local members taking on key leadership roles during a well-attended meeting at the Sudie Fulford Center. Alongside door prizes and desserts, the club celebrated perfect attendance and recognized volunteers, setting the stage for another year of community service projects in and around Swainsboro.
3. Executive Director Smith speaks to Emanuel Retired Educators (emanuelcountylive.com) — Retired educators from Emanuel County just kicked off their new year with a luncheon meeting at Swainsboro Middle School, featuring music from local band students and remarks from the GREA executive director. Members heard updates on health insurance enrollment, new funding for Treat for Teachers, and ongoing support for local causes, with the next meeting set for Swainsboro Primary School.
4. Robertson named Farm Bureau scholarship winner (emanuelcountylive.com) — A recent Swainsboro High School graduate has been awarded Emanuel County Farm Bureau's Dolan E. Brown Memorial Scholarship, recognizing his strong academics and broad involvement in school activities. The Swainsboro native plans to study mechanical engineering at Georgia Southern while continuing to build on leadership and community service experiences gained through local organizations and his church.
5. How They're Ranked: A look at the highest rated CSRA football prospects and who could be next (wjbf.com) — A standout linebacker from Swainsboro is drawing major college attention, already committed to Florida and helping lead the Tigers to another strong start. His growing tackle totals, offensive contributions, and role in last season's 9-3 playoff run put Swainsboro firmly on the CSRA recruiting map alongside other rising football prospects.
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