BOE chair resigns to move to S.C.

Sharon Komanecky’s application for recall petition not yet verified

School reopens in Pierce

Ace Pole Company, longstanding Pierce County industry located near Lairsey’s crossing, is now under new ownership.

Early voting turnout for run-off higher in first two weeks than in June primary

COVID-19 (coronavirus) has hit the Pierce County Jail.

School will begin for the 2020-2021 school year Monday, August 10, marking the first time classes have been held in almost five months.

A sixth Pierce Countian, Linda Bates, has reportedly died of COVID-19 (coronavirus). The 73-year-old woman’s death appeared in the Department of Public Health (DPH) report Thursday, July 30.

Matthew Johnsen faces murder charge

A policy change tying Blackshear council members’ pay to attendance was voted down 3-2 at the council’s monthly meeting, July 14.

The summer heat has been sweltering of late and there’s been little rain, but the weather hasn’t bothered Stacey Gray’s tomato plants one bit.

Developer forgoes opening Roasted here

What will school be like when it resumes August 10?

JULY 29, 2020 Q&AFINAL SEGMENT OF Q&A WITH SUPT. BENNETT1. For elementary school students, will they have recess, and how will that be scheduled?Each school will handle the scheduling of recess and determine what areas are available to students during recess.  Playground equipment th…

247 students received their high school diplomas Friday

Former councilwoman and mayor pro tem Mary Lott Walker has been appointed to a second term on Blackshear’s board of ethics in a 3-2 vote that sparked the latest controversy between city council members and Mayor Kevin Grissom last week.

BOE offering in-person and virtual classroom options for students

An official recall petition for Blackshear council members Linda Gail Dennison, Shawn Godwin and Timmy Sapp may be on the horizon.

Sheriff Ramsey Bennett and Blackshear Police Department Major Robby Boatright are still vying for Pierce County votes for sheriff, and locals can head to the polls next week to cast an early ballot in the run-off election set for Tuesday, August 11.

The Kinchafoonee Cowboys may perform at outdoor concert in ‘21

Facility provides personal care ‘as needed’ for residents

Scott, Belew top list of 50 honor students

How are you feeling? It’s a question most often associated with physical health, but due to the far-reaching impacts of COVID-19 on American life these days, many could answer that question with, ‘stressed, anxious, maybe even a little depressed.’

Each PCHS graduate will receive six tickets for guests

Pierce County Schools are scheduled to reopen August 10 for the 2020-2021 school year, but there will be big changes in store and more may be on the way.

The civil case filed against Pierce Co. for alleged sexual assault in the PC jail settled last year

Former Pierce County Commission Chairman Mitch Bowen is remembered this week as a “good man who tried to serve others.”

Bradford Bailey’s exercise program broadcasts nationally

Pat Griffin has kept local cars on the road for over 42 years dispensing both parts and wisdom about all things mechanical across the counter of his business, Pierce Auto Parts.

Investigative hearing held Thurs. to review petition for Dennison, Godwin, Sapp’s removal from office or special recall election

Employees will receive their cost of living raises on schedule and city operations will proceed ahead for another year. Blackshear City Council unanimously approved a $2.6 million general fund budget for fiscal year 2021 at a called meeting last Wednesday, June 24. The new budget year begins…

Ceremony set for 8 p.m.

I love you mama!

PC Sheriff’s race run-off election set for August 11

“What’s wrong with the budget?”

Blackshear residents owing late fees on their water bill won’t groan as loudly next month.

County’s unemployment stats up 4.5 percent during COVID-19

Malone, Rozier, Wilson win

Most aspects of everyday life in Pierce County have returned to normal even as Governor Brian Kemp continues to loosen COVID-19 (coronavirus) restrictions on businesses and restaurants  — that includes gyms.

Fishing license sales are up in Georgia as much as 70 percent over last year.

There may be an ongoing global pandemic and economic slowdown ahead, but industrial growth is still happening here.

Blythe remembered as ‘beautiful soul,’ a ‘joy’

Athletic director Brandon “Rock” Jernigan and Melanie Helms are new assistant principals at Pierce County High School.

See The Times’ website tonight for general primary election results

Locals out of work or working from home as a result of COVID-19 (coronavirus) might be fighting boredom these days, but not Blackshear tattoo artist Cody Jones. He’s been honing his juggling skills, one of many fascinating hobbies he has been perfecting over the last six years.

A Jacksonville man drowned in the Satilla River near Moccasin Creek Off Road Park Memorial Day weekend.

A Peaceful Protest: Call to Action

Longtime primary care provider will bring B’shear Family Practice doctors to GA Physicians South

PCSO wraps up year-long investigation into illegal contraband operation

Gang activity is on the rise and Sheriff Ramsey Bennett feels it won’t be long before it reaches Pierce County.