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2nd LT. Jack Austin Scott
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/132274944/jack_austin-scott
Demolition of Eureka School for Eureka Heights
After sitting vacant for many years, Eureka School buildings were demolished for the new apartment complex that was being built in the same location. This was majorly funded by the Department of Community Affairs via tax credits and currently houses…
Remembering Albert Royal and Charles Jackson
A deep dive into the 1910 lynching of two black men in Ashburn, Georgia. This post seeks to try to learn more about the victimes, Albert Royal and Charles Jackson.
Bethel Community Remembers School With Fondness
Bethel School began in 1905 and closed its doors in 1957 when the schools were consolidated. The building was used as Prospect Methodist Church.
Between the time the school was built and 1938, two more rooms were added to provide more space. After…
Between the time the school was built and 1938, two more rooms were added to provide more space. After…
Monument Complete
monument to Turner County soldiers by American Legion Post 98
Bryan Opens Law Office in Ashburn
Cheryle was the first woman to practice law in Turner County and the first woman in the Tift Judicial Circuit.
Revamp of PWC Building is Underway
"The offices will centralize the County Agent, Soil Conservation officer, County Home Demonstration Agent, and the ASCS office."
Do You Remember...1916
"Remember the good old days? Here are some scenes of Ashburn in the year 1916. The photos, shared by A.V. Akin, are scenes of some parade that was being held. If you remember, send us a letter or call and tell us about it, so we can tell the story."
Mrs. Smith's Lantern Burned for 80 Years
"She had no children, so she adopted Ashburn and Turner County."
Most of Ashburn, Turner County ignore Klan March, Rally
From Mayor Charles B. Perry,
"I was very proud of our city. For the most part, our people literally ignored the klansmen on the streets and at the Tabernacle. Those who were along the parade route I believe were there out of curiosity. Most had…
"I was very proud of our city. For the most part, our people literally ignored the klansmen on the streets and at the Tabernacle. Those who were along the parade route I believe were there out of curiosity. Most had…
