Sharon Swanepoel

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Lost microchipped cat in Winder

5 days ago | news.monroelocal.org | Emily Goldstein |Sharon Swanepoel

last seen off of third avenue in winder. ATTENTION!!! Missing cat he’s a year old his name is Frankie. He’s one of the sweetest cats and will come up to you. In Winder Ga near third avenue! He’s an inside and outside cat but it’s been 3 days since we’ve seen him and it’s not like him to not come back. 6785885573 Related
Two shooting incidents at Briscoe Park in Snellville in as many days

5 days ago | news.monroelocal.org | Sharon Swanepoel

SNELLVILLE, GA (June 1, 2025) The City of Snellville Police Department responded to two separate shooting incidents at Briscoe Park in Snellville over the weekend. The first involved the shooting of several juvenile victims on Saturday, May 31, and the second happened on Sunday afternoon June 1. SPD report that Sunday’s shooting appears to be domestic related with one male victim and a male suspect who fled the scene.
Fatal crash that killed his elderly wife leaves Loganville man to recover in his home alone

5 days ago | news.monroelocal.org | Sharon Swanepoel

Out of state family members seek to modify home to aid in his recoveryDuane and Peggy Bearden. Contributed photosWhen Duane Bearden and his wife set out from their Loganville home for a lunch date last month, they couldn’t have imagined the impact that short trip would have on their lives. A crash on Highway 78 near Cooper Road severely injured Duane Bearden and took the life of his wife, Peggy, 83.
Obituary: Peggy Elder Bearden, 83, of Loganville

5 days ago | news.monroelocal.org | Sharon Swanepoel

Peggy Elder Bearden, 83, of Loganville, was unexpectedly called home to the Lord on May 14, 2025, following a tragic accident. Though our hearts are broken, we trust in God’s promise: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” (Psalm 34:18).
Obituary and funeral service: J.L. Michael ‘Mike’ McGarity, 81, of Monroe

6 days ago | news.monroelocal.org | Sharon Swanepoel

J.L. Michael (Mike) McGarity, 81, of Monroe passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Mike was born on March 4, 1944 to the late Lescar Caldwell McGarity and the late Dorothy Janette (Brown) McGarity. He was a graduate of the University of Georgia, where he was an active member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and a huge Georgia Football fan. After graduating he returned home to the family business where he eventually became owner and President of the second oldest Ford Dealership in Georgia.
Hard Labor Creek Treatment Plant: ‘Major milestone’ project begins

6 days ago | news.monroelocal.org | Sharon Swanepoel

Ceremonial shovels dug in during a groundbreaking ceremony of the new Hard Labor Creek Water treatment facility on May 16. County officials said the project is a major milestone for our community’s future as it will ensure reliable, clean water for generations to come for Walton County. Photo courtesy Walton County GovernmentCounty officials ventured to Hard Labor Creek for the official start of the new county water treatment facility.
The June community wide prayer service scheduled for June 4

6 days ago | news.monroelocal.org | Sharon Swanepoel

The Community Wide Prayer Service will take place from 11:30AM-12:30PM on WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4th AT WOODLAKE BAPTIST CHURCH located on 3940 GA-138, Covington, GA 30014. Please join us with other Pastors and believers from our area to focus on God and to seek His heart for our individual lives, community, county, state, nation, and for the church of Jesus Christ as a whole.
The Appalachee Settlers at William Harris Homestead invites residents to ‘step back in time’

6 days ago | news.monroelocal.org | Sharon Swanepoel

You’re invited to the William Harris Homestead from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, for a special event. The Appalachee Settlers will be hosting the event where members will dive into the rich history of Salt Glazed Pottery, exploring its significance in food storage and preservation. They also will be sharing insights into the Summer customs of the Creek and Cherokee Indians of the region and, to add a touch of historical flair, some members will be demonstrating their muskets.
Abigail Bugg elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

1 week ago | news.monroelocal.org | Sharon Swanepoel

BATON ROUGE, LA (04/23/2025)– Abigail Bugg of Monroe, Georgia, was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at United States Military Academy. Bugg is among approximately 20,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter.
Local students receive degrees at Piedmont University Spring Commencement

1 week ago | news.monroelocal.org | Sharon Swanepoel

DEMOREST, GA (05/13/2025)– On Friday, May 9, in two ceremonies, Piedmont conferred undergraduate degrees to more than 205 students, including 148 first-generation students, and 164 graduate students, including master’s, EdS, and doctorate degrees. The ceremonies were held at the Johnny Mize Athletic Center on the Demorest campus. The graduates included:Destiny Brown of Social Circle, GA, who earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.