Red Cross to host two drives in honor of Amris

Two Pierce churches potentially linked to local coronavirus case

Pierce County Schools will be closed through Friday, April 24.

‘Stay Paw-sitive’

Then, there were two.

Apply online, via phone or email

One case confirmed Monday; officials urge public to stay calm

Developer dies suddenly during construction

Complete the census online, via phone or by mail

BOE receives 11 applications for school superintendent post

Dozens of locals enjoyed a free hot dog (or two or three) and a Coke® downtown last Thursday amidst bright skies and a gentle breeze.

Business advocates encourage residents to keep supporting local stores, eateries, shops

Greg Stone, candidate for Pierce County sheriff and retired state trooper, has called for an outside investigation into what he describes as ‘double dipping’  — law enforcement officers receiving pay from the Blackshear Police Department (BPD) and Pierce County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) simult…

In an effort to help keep the community informed on local endeavors to reduce the spread of coronavirus, The Blackshear Times is offering FREE access to news articles published on our website through the end of March. The e-edition will still be restricted to subscribers only.

Four contested races will be on the ballot in the May 19 general and non-partisan primary election.

Amanda Gay will be the new principal at Pierce County Middle School.

A woman was injured in a mobile home fire on Olin Manning Circle last Thursday, March 5.

Marlee Rigdon peers into the new chicken coop, a hands-on learning experience, at Patterson Elementary School.

Eli Locklear peers into the new chicken coop, a hands-on learning experience, at Patterson Elementary School.

PES launches chicken farm project for student learning

The Times to host a candidate forum in Patterson April 20

Calling all coffee lovers  — A new spot for your morning java is slated to open in Blackshear by early summer.

B’shear alcohol ordinance may stand in the way of renovation as event venue

Local realtor Kirby Malone has announced he will run for the district one seat on the Pierce County Board of Education.

Three-way race develops for Rozier’s BOC seat; Pierce County Sheriff, coroner races contested

Nearly 90 Blackshear residents ranging in age from 19 to 94, and including former mayors Tom Davis and Dick Larson, have signed a petition calling for the resignation, removal from office or a recall election for city council members Shawn Godwin, Linda Gail Dennison and Timmy Sapp.

Jack Saussy announced this week he will not seek re-election to the district one seat on the Pierce County Board of Education.

Yearly cost to maintain building is $200K

Republican Party to host forum in March; The Times will host one in April

Petition circulating in Blackshear demands Dennison, Godwin, Sapp resign their council seats

Jenny Grant has been appointed Blackshear’s new city clerk, but her appointment nearly didn’t happen.

Will a Blackshear city council member, or members face removal from office?

Record sales will surpass CDs in 2020

City council votes down Grant for clerk, caves to public pressure and reverses course after locals ask ‘why’ repeatedly Tuesday night

Sparing sections of the school could cost upwards of $3M

Demo unit available at PC Board of Elections Office

BOC approves new contract for ambulance service at $400K

The search for a new school superintendent could get underway as soon as the middle of February, even as the board revises the job description for the post.

Renè Bolden has withdrawn her name as an applicant for Blackshear City Clerk.

Sometimes true love stares folks in the face for years and they never recognize it. But, what a beautiful thing when it’s discovered. Perhaps the years that passed made it a stronger, more lasting love.

Governor Brian Kemp and local officials share a laugh while snipping the ribbon after ceremonial scissors didn’t work for their first attempt at cutting the ‘Pierce County blue’ ribbon last Friday in the auditorium of the new PCHS. Pictured (l-r): County Attorney Franklin Rozier, Blackshear …

“It is a special day, a big moment and a great day to be a Pierce County Bear!”

Pierce County has seen a 15 percent increase in construction in recent years.

State Solicitor will not file serious injury charge against B’shear man Charles Daniels

Blackshear may have a new city clerk by the end of the month, but the process toward a new hire has not been smooth.

Dr. Smith announced Friday he might retire, may seek another position elsewhere

Scales, burglary suspect shot last July, intends to sue the ACE Unit

OKRLS named GA’s Library System of the Year

Jessica Benitez earned the STAR student honor for this year and has selected Rebecca King as her STAR teacher.

Community celebrates King, calls for unity