Pierce County Board of Education recognized employees who will be retiring at the end of this school year. The retirees were recognized at the May 8 school board meeting. Shown l-r are Lynn Gaskins, Midway Elementary, Angie Milton, Pierce County High School, May Douberly, Central Office, Coa…

The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office observed National Peace Officer Memorial Day last week. Day shift employees at the sheriff’s office gathered to honor and remember fallen officers during the observance. “Law enforcement is a dangerous profession as evidenced by statistics.  These statistic…

Time is Brain. Memorial Satilla Health’s emergency department, EMS partners and area first responders take that motto seriously when it comes to stroke care. Their dedication shined during a recent stroke symptom transport call when they were able to administer life-saving medications within…

Pierce County High School crowned its 2023 Prom King and Queen Saturday, April 22, during the school’s prom festivities. Patrick McDonald and Kenzi Meeksn were crowned King and Queen. Elijah Howard and Ellie Kay Bennett were crowned prom prince and princess. Students are voted on by their pe…

Stetson Bennett IV, former Pierce County Bear and two time defending National Champion quarterback with the University of Georgia Bulldogs was selected in the fourth round, pick number 128 overall, of the NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Rams April 29.

The Annual Beats and Eats event drew a large crowd to Blackshear City Park Friday night but the concert was hampered by a pair of thunderstorms — one as the concert began and the second about 9 p.m. However, in between storms those in attendance enjoyed a concert by The Royals of Jacksonvill…

This week’s PCHS Bear Facts is a listing of hot topics for the week spanning May 3-9, 2023.

This week’s PCHS Bear Facts is a listing of hot topics for the week spanning April 26-May 2.

The Lollipop Class of 2009-2010 have grown up to be PCHS Graduates of 2023.The Lollipop Pre-School will have its class reunion for those students who graduated from Lollipop in 2010. The event will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 3 at Lollipop Pre-School. Parents are also welcome to atte…

Maria Sotello recently received All State honors at the Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA) All-State Band competition. Sotello is a clarinet player for the Sound of Silver Band. Sotello was recognized by the board of education at their meeting last week. Sotello (left) is shown with …

Hannah Bonvechio recently earned first place in the creative writing competition at the Georgia State Beta Club Convention. She was recognized by the board of education at their meeting last week. Bonvecho (left) is shown with PCHS Beta Club Advisor Virginia Tison.

Nathan Rupright recently placed second in multimedia applications in the 11th/12th grade band at the recent the Georgia Student Technology Competition. Rupright (left) is shown with Audio/Visual Instructor John DuPont. Rupright was honored at last week’s school board meeting. Rupright is the…