Entries by Walter Geiger

On Tuesday December 4, 2013 at 4:00 a.m. deputies responded to an armed robbery at Merry Brook Grocery located at 2928 Williamson Road Griffin, Georgia. [Full Story »] 

Friday's parade to honor the Trojans has been postponed. Plan accordingly.

A huge, multi-jurisdictional investigation into methamphetamine production and distribution has resulted in numerous arrest including those of alleged local drug dealers. [Full Story »] 

Each year, we get thousands of letters to Santa at The Herald Gazette. This year we got a very special one from a very special child with a specific request.

Here it is:

Dear Santa:

My name is Connor Hatchett, I just moved to 674 Country Kitchen Rd. I like my new home here in Barnesville. I am non verbal and non ambulatory. My favorite thing to do is swing and I would like you to please bring me a wheelchair swing. I have been a real good boy all year. If you can bring my mommy and daddy a surprise too that would be nice. Thank you very much. Have a very Merry Christmas.

Love Connor

We checked out this need through Sherry Farr at the local health department and it is legitimate. Connor has cerebral palsy and other issues. A swing has been found that can be purchased at cost for just over $1300. A volunteer has offered to install it for free. The Barnesville Rotary Club raised $500 from members at its meeting Tuesday.

You can help. Drop your donation off at the health department or at our office at 509 Greenwood St. or mail to Box 220, Barnesville, Ga. 30204.

Help make Connor's Christmas wish come true.

Based on webpage comments and an overwhelming number of social media messages and e-mails, Khris Burk and Matthew Smith have been named the winners in The Herald Gazette #1 Trojan fan contest. They will receive four tickets to tonight's game and a pre-game meal donated by Slices Pizzeria in downtown Barnesville.

Others nominated were: Ray Smith, Ryan Christopher, Kenny Green, Buddy Lanier, Lee Otis Butler, James Mann, Danny Turner, Tom Coffey, Taylor Burk, Coach Wimberly, Dr. & Mrs. Harris, Mr. Hightower, Mr. Smith, Mrs. Byars, Dr. Olivier & Mrs. O'Neal.

GAME TIME WEATHER UPDATE: 70 degrees with a 20% chance of rain at kickoff time. 67 degrees with a 30% chance of rain by game's end.

UPDATE FROM SAVANNAH: Every ticket allotted to Benedictine and to Thompson's Sporting Goods in Savannah was sold. If you want a seat, you better get there early! Gates open at 5:30 p.m.

GO BIG BLUE!

Win state championship tickets:
Don't be left at home while the rest of us are at the Dome. Enter the Picture Perfect Trojan Contest and win four tickets and a meal.

On to the Dome:
Trojans edge Cadets 10-7; face Lovett in title game Saturday at 2:30 p.m.

New owner:
Historical Society deeding Depot over to City of Barnesville.

Tax sale:
Auction of property of delinquent taxpayers nets county nearly $16,000.

First ever:
Gordon State College to hold first ever fall graduation Friday.

The Lamar County Trojans (14-0) fought back from a 7-0 halftime deficit to defeat the Benedictine Cadets 10-7 at Trojan Field Friday night and will advance to the state title game next Saturday in Atlanta.

The Trojans will play Lovett at 2:30 p.m in the Georgia Dome

Realtime scoring from the game was provided by Walter Geiger.

Scores of interest and and image slideshow inside... [Full Story »] 

According to Spalding County sheriff Wendell Beam, on Dec. 4 at 4 a.m. deputies located a suspicious person near the Crestview Baptist Church located on the North Expressway. [Full Story »] 

Each home on this year’s Barnesville Women’s League Tour of Homes has its own charm, from features still evident after 100 years or so to the attractive innovations made by current owners. [Full Story »]