Today's Weird Holidays!
Every Tuesday, we will be sharing what the day's weird holidays are!
National No Rhyme (Nor Reason) Day
National Chicken Boy's Day
Throw Back Tuesday
Every week, the Sylvester Local has a section in their newspaper called "Looking back through the Years". This section showcases different events that happened on certain days many years ago. Every week, we will be showcasing parts of their section in our newsletter!
60 Years Ago - August 28, 1960
"Grady Benson, Jr., of Sumner received his Bachelor of Science degree in forestry from the University of Georgia on August 18. He, with his wife and small children, Rhonda and Maylon, are now visiting here, but will leave about September 15 for employment with the Tennessee River Pulp and Paper Company of Counce Tenn. Mr. Benson's particular assignment will be announced later.
Four Worth County 4-H'ers left on Tuesday for Atlanta where they are competing on the state level in the Georgia 4-H Club Congress, having already won on a local and district level. Among them are Nancy Gunter, Venice Dupree, Gary Moore, and Raeburn Park. They were accompanied by Mrs. Rosalyn Sumner, home agent and Joel Gunnells, agricultural agent.
Mrs. Garland C. Dupree and Mrs. Sara Elizabeth (L.D.) McConnell of Sulvester represented Worth County in the second term of the summer quarter at Georgia State College for Women which ended Friday, with a total of 340 students enrolled."
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Free COVID-19 Awareness Course
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COVID-19 Test Registration
Quick Guide to register for COVID-19 testing!
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Crisis and Support Hotlines
Georgia COVID-19 Emotional Support Line - 866-399-8938
The Georgia COVID-19 Emotional Support line provides 24/7 free and confidential assistance to callers needing emotional support or resource information as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is staffed by volunteer mental health professionals and others who have received crisis counseling training.
Georgia Crisis & Access Line - 1-800-715-4225
The Georgia Crisis and Access Line (GCAL) is available 24/7 to help you or someone you care for in a crisis.
CARES Warm Line - 1-844-326-5400
Call or text every day of the year 8:30 am - 11:00 pm for help with substance abuse challenges.
COVID-19 Hotline - 844-442-2681
The Georgia Department of Health has this hotline for people who believe that they are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed. They ask that if you show symptoms or have been exposed, please also contact your primary care doctor or an urgent care clinic.
Peer2Peer Warm Line - 888-945-1414
This line provides Georgians the opportunity to receive peer support of the phone 24 hours a day. You can also visit their website at www.peer2peer.center
Local Personal Protective Equipment Resources
Daughtry's Empire Market
Carol Daughtry
105 N. Isabella St.
Sylvester, Georgia 31791
(229) 821-3246
Masks and Hand Sanitizer
Snipes Piggly Wiggly
631 E Franklin St
Sylvester, Georgia 31791
(229) 776-5868
Face Guards, Hand Sanitizer
Disinfecting & Sanitizing Solutions​
Lizette Hatcher
Owner of DSS, LLC
(770) 713-2138
Local Distributor
Disinfectant
Glenn's Corner Pharmacy
631 E Franklin St
Sylvester, Georgia 31791
(229) 776-3600
The Gift Barn
111 E. Franklin Street
Sylvester, Georgia 31791
(229) 449-7812
Face Masks
M & M Sales
Ches Linda Phillips Mangham
(229) 389-7446
Masks, Face Guards, Shields for Businesses, COVID-19 Signage
The Sylvester Computer Guy
502 W Franklin Street
Sylvester, GA 31791
(229) 234-2317
Masks, Face Shields, Hand Sanitizer
Land Works
Eric Hatcher
102 N Isabella Street
Sylvester, GA 31791
(229) 776-1077
Sanitize and Disinfect
Alchemy Games & Coffee Shoppe
Timothy Haire Jr.
121 E. Front Street
Sylvester, Georgia 31791
(229) 463-7040
Hand Sanitizer, Free Essential Oils for Sanitizer, Cloth Masks
Sylvester Best Deals
Jeaneen Harrell
115 W. Kelly St.
Sylvester, GA 31791
(229) 821-3402
Reusable Masks, Disposable Masks, Hand Sanitizer
State Personal Protective Equipment Resources
For the list of state resources, click here!
Geocaching
Geocaching is a way for you to see the community. The Sylvester-Worth County Chamber has hidden Geocaches all around Worth County. It is up to you to explore and find them.
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Census 2020
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Welcome New Members!
Georgia Jane's Reclaimed
Chris Grimsley
Join Date: 08/28/2020
Facebook
Thank You Renewals!
El Metate II
Yuli Barradas
602 West Franklin St.
Sylvester, GA 31791
Phone: (229) 821-3203
Facebook
Member Since: 08/02/2018
Jay Crowe, Attorney at Law, LLC
Jay Crowe
101 D N Isabella Street
Sylvester, GA 31791
Phone: (229) 777-0772
Website - Chamber Page
Member Since: 09/13/2011
Gaughf Plumbing & Electrical, LLC
Craig Gaughf
118 Steve Lane
Sylvester, GA 31791
Phone: (229) 881-9628
Facebook - Chamber Page
Member Since: 10/18/2012
Mary Alice Shipp Community Development Corp.
Fidila Griffin
P.O. Box 5341
Sylvester, GA 31791
Phone: (229) 352-7990
Facebook - Website - Chamber Page
Member Since: 01/01/2001
Powell's Refrigeration
Crystal Ivey
1301 Hwy 82 E.
Sylvester, GA 31791
Phone: (229) 776-6920
Facebook - Website - Chamber Page
]Member Since: 10/19/2011
Scales, Systems & Automation
Jimmy Parker
P. O. Box 422
Sylvester, GA 31791
Phone: (229) 776-4772
Facebook - Chamber Page
Member Since: 09/03/2013
Phoebe On-Site Flu Vaccinations
WorkSource Southwest Georgia Programs
Georgia Peanut Festival Updates
For over 50 years, the Georgia Peanut Festival has been a premier event in Southwest Georgia. This year, due to growing concerns for the safety of our visitors, volunteers, and vendors, the committee has made the difficult decision to cancel ALL activities planned for the remainder of the year. The decision to cancel was not made lightly or spur of the moment. The committee has closely monitored information from the Governor, our local health department, and other entities for several months. Please know that while our hearts are saddened for 2020, we are also excited to begin work on next year’s festival. Please plan on joining us in October 2021.
Economic Impact Payment for Those Not Required to File Tax Returns
COVID-19 Resources
For more updates, please visit our Facebook page. We also encourage you to look at other resources such as the CDC and the Georgia Department of Health for updates about COVID-19. For more updates, please visit our website.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has recently unveiled their ''Reopening Business Digital Resource Center". This site provides up-to-date state guidelines, sector-specific guidance, small business advice, and other resources to help businesses safely return to work. For access to this website, please click here.
Georgia Center for Nonprofits
The Georgia Center for Nonprofits has put together to collect info on how the COVID-19 crisis is affecting nonprofits. Click here!
The Georgia Business Action Network
(Click the image below to access the Legislative Update)
2021 Leadership Worth Application
Sponsorship Opportunities
Farmers Appreciation
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