WHEELER COUNTY FFA HURRICANE RELIEF — Wheeler County FFA and 4-H stepped up to aid the Scotland community following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. As part of the relief efforts, the FFA members prepared over 250 hamburgers and hot dogs for residents affected by the storm. The students worked diligently to ensure that families in need received a warm meal during this challenging time. The FFA motto is 'learning to do, doing to learn, earning to live, and living to serve.' The Wheeler County FFA expressed pride in students for their dedication and community spirit, stating, 'This is what FFA is all about — serving others and giving back.' WHEELER COUNTY FFA HURRICANE RELIEF — Wheeler County FFA and 4-H stepped up to aid the Scotland community following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. As part of the relief efforts, the FFA members prepared over 250 hamburgers and hot dogs for residents affected by the storm. The students worked diligently to ensure that families in need received a warm meal during this challenging time. The FFA motto is 'learning to do, doing to learn, earning to live, and living to serve.' The Wheeler County FFA expressed pride in students for their dedication and community spirit, stating, 'This is what FFA is all about — serving others and giving back.'
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP – United Way of Toombs, Montgomery, and Wheeler Counties Executive Director Patricia Dixon emphasized her need for the community’s help in finding those who need assistance from the organization.Photo by Evan Riekhof
VACCINATING PETS - Several animal rescues and the city of Mount Vernon worked together to host a free dog and cat vaccine clinic on Saturday, November 16, to ensure all animals have the vaccines they need to remain healthy and refrain from spreading disease.
SIGNS CONTRACT - New Superintendent of Wheeler County Schools, Dr. C. Alex Alvarez, was welcomed during the Board of Education’s November 11 meeting. In the photo, Dr. Alvarez is surrounded by family as he signs his contract. Shown with Dr. Alvarez, from left, are: daughter Emily Thornton, family friend Owen Anderson, daughter Elizabeth Thornton, and wife Jennie Alvarez.Photo by Deborah Clark
RETIRED EDUCATORS DAY – During the November 5 meeting of the Lyons City Council, Mayor Willis NeSmith Jr. issued a formal proclamation declaring November 3 as Retired Educators Day. L to R: Councilman John Moore Jr., Councilwoman Cathy Benton, Councilman Ivy Toole, Toombs County Retired Educator Marlene Tomlin, Toombs County Retired Educator Lucy Claroni, Mayor Willis NeSmith Jr., Councilman Drayton Oliver, Councilman Tracy Johnson.Photo by Makaylee Randolph
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