Check out these sales papers from the Wiregrass Farmer for the Piggly Wiggly Grand Opening back in February 21, 1974. What price is the most shocking one you see? If you want to see higher-resolution…
Piggly Wiggly Grand Open Sale Papers
Jimmy Carter: From a Stop in Ashburn, Georgia to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States and a beloved son of South Georgia, has passed away at the remarkable age of 100. Born in Plains, Georgia, Carter remained deeply connected to the…
Daniels Road Hay Bales
Location: Daniels rd. In Ashburn, GADate: November 9, 2024
Ashburn Skating Rink
A photo of Mr. W.C. “Curly” Garrett while managing a skating rink in Ashburn. I love how you can see the skates behind him. This was located at what is now known as Tom Whitsett…
Piggly Wiggly Sunset
Location: Rogers Plaza facing West (S. Johnson St. and E. Monroe Ave. in Ashburn, GA)Date: November 5, 2024
Fire Ant Express
A fresh coat of paint looks good on the old gal! Location: Crossroads of US Hwy 41/Main St. and GA Hwy 112/Washington Avenue in Ashburn, GADate: November 5, 2024
The Sycamore School
The Sycamore School was definitely a beloved institution of Turner County. Considered one of the prettiest schools in the area, this building has fallen into bad disrepair and is a source of recent contention due…
Rebecca Depot
This photo is from a Library of Congress collection that features a few photos of the town of Rebecca from 1977. Click to view all the photos in the archive record:
Hurricane Helene
Luck. A blessing. Prayers answered. Whatever you want to call it, our county survived Hurricane Helene relatively unscathed. Amidst all the surrounding devastation in Georgia, Florida, and the Carolinas, Turner County had minimal damage. Tonight,…
Traffic Jam
Location: railroad crossing at Washington Ave. and US Hwy 41, Ashburn, GADate: January 13, 2024