By: Sammie Van Landingham
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| Preparing for the move has been both exciting and emotional as Colby Snow begins this new stage of life. "I'm excited to have a fresh start and make this place my own." |
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| "I just got back from my trip from Puerto Rico. I'm now sad that I have to go back to living real life like working and going to school." |
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| "I like coming here because it's a place where I can relax after a long day and catch up with people. Sitting at the bar allows me to meet new people, engage in meaningful conversations, and appreciate the atmosphere. Sometimes, it is the simple moments that make the biggest difference." |
By: Libby Gowen
Donny Garmon, Nonna Picci patron
"My favorite thing about Nonna is the $2 Dos Equis. And the pizza, of course, but mostly the beer."
By: Jackson McKenzie
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| Cheryl Whetstone Group Fitness Supervisor |
"I actually originally joined as a member and then I got certified to teach classes because somebody needed help with subbing their class. And I did that here on the side for 26 years but after I retired in 2020 management asked me if I wanted to start working in administration and I took it. I love fitness and helping people become healthier and better versions of themselves. Being able to get to know our members and seeing the successes they have on their fitness journey, it's a wonderful thing to see. I also love the community feeling that we have within this gym."
By Daisy-Grace Hooper
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| Mikey Stanley posing for the camera mysteriously. Stanley is a rising senior at Statesboro High School with the hopes of going into the fashion industry in vintage clothing apparel. “Everyone needs to be able to express themselves. Even in this country town,” said Stanley. |
By: Glenn Ingram
"We couldn't get tickets to the matches but the atmosphere here at the fan fest has been incredible. This is my third day coming and getting to come with my friends is an unforgettable experience. Not only to have the world stage set here in the United States but in Atlanta just hours away from where I live is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Atlanta has been a great host city and should be hosting the finale." - Clayton
By: Sarah Aceves
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| Eddie Wilson is the district general agent at Colonial Life. "It's always good to find something you're contributing to that is not just about yourself. This is my twelfth year coaching middle school football, it's been great for me. However, the best thing is impacting young people." |
By: Jordan Cameron
By: Peter Heissenbuttel
Claire Gavin- Bartender/ Student @GCSU
“I love being a bartender because every shift gives me the chance to connect with new people, brighten someone’s night and create an atmosphere that keeps customers coming back,”
By: Kathryne Davis
Evan Nessmith lives in Statesboro and attends school at Bulloch Academy.
"Every time it rains, my friends come over, and we go mud bogging in the buggy. That's why the outside looks brown right now instead of white."
By: Shelby Kovzel
By: Kennon Paulk
By: Jane Strickland
Bo Edwards- Phish fan and Lawyer
“I’m in Savannah to attend my 100th Phish concert. I work as a lawyer, but going to Phish shows has been one of my favorite hobbies for years. Every concert is different because the band never plays the exact same show twice, which is what keeps me coming back. I’ve traveled to different cities, met a lot of interesting people and made some great memories along the way. Reaching my 100th show feels like a huge milestone for me. My job can be stressful and serious, so attending concerts gives me a chance to relax, enjoy the music and be around people who share the same passion.”
By: Cameron Thrash
Sadie Smith is an employee at Uptown Cheapskate in Statesboro, Georgia. "I would say athletics is my favorite just because it's more versatile. It's what I wear on a daily basis. I'm a student as well, and so it's what I wear to class all the time."
By; Dylan Waits
Yvette Brown, Part-time employee Perry Leisure Services Athletic Department
" I like being able to interact with the children and learn a little more about them. Especially some of the kids that seem to struggle sometimes. Like, when they're playing a game and they get upset I like to talk to them and kind of like encourage them. "
By: Chloe Malson
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| Trey Nichols begins his woodworking process with reclaimed wood. Trey spends the majority of his time working on his land in North Georgia, “I am constantly fixing something,” Nichols said. |
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| Nichols began restoring the wood by sanding the reclaimed wood by hand. He hopes to use the reclaimed wood to add shelves into his home. |
By: Jackson McKenzie
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| Macon-Bibb County Fire Station 3 sits atop Napier Avenue on a quiet day in Macon, Georgia. The station was built in 2018 and is one of 22 fire stations in the county. |
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| The stations call radio sits atop the watch duty room. Prior to 7:30 a.m. the stations crew rest asleep while one designated person serves in the watch duty room to monitor activities throughout the night should the station receive a call. |
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| Beds line the stations dormitory room where the crew sleeps. The stations crew is 'off-duty' after 5:30 p.m. and are free to rest and relax unless the station receives a call in the middle of the night. |
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| Trevor Pritchett begins a routine check of Aerial 3's ladder. The first responsibility members of the station have each morning is to examine and test both their firetrucks to ensure they are adequately prepared for a call. |
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| Trevor Pritchett raises Aerial 3's ladder high in the sky during a routine post-call check. Along with inspecting each engine first-thing in the morning, they also have to be reinspected after each call. |
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| Trevor Pritchett attaches a nozzle to Aerial 3's water spout to ensure its functionality. Aerial 3 can hold up to 700 gallons of water at maximum capacity. |
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| Water is released from Aerial 3's water spout. Although the speed at which water exits the truck can be controlled by which nozzle and hose is used, typically all 700 gallons of water will spray out in about 5 minutes. |
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| Trevor Pritchett drives Aerial 3 back into the firehouse after completing its routine post-call check. Pritchett completed his first drive just last week. |
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| Joey Green (left) and Tom Pullen complete pull-ups. Each day the members of the station are required to do group workouts as part of their morning and afternoon routine along with inspecting the firetrucks. |
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| Tom Pullen completes reps on the firehouse's leg extension machine. The firehouse has a dedicated weight room that members of the station use during both scheduled workouts as well as downtime. |
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| A living room area sits inside the station. The living room is used to watch instructional videos during shift hours and also serves as a hang out space after hours for the crew. |
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| A 'Class 1 Fire Department' seal is proudly embroidered on the couches within the station. Macon-Bibb County is one of 50 counties in the nation to hold the coveted classification which is primarily based off water compacity and response times. |
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| The equipment room houses all the equipment shared by the station's firefighters. The station has a surplus of materials that help contribute to the county's Class 1 rating which it has held for 42 years. |
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| Within the station, an officer monitors the security cameras around the outside to detect anyone that may walk directly or drive up to the station. Walk-up's are one of the most common situations this particular station sees during an average day. |
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| Sgt. Jason Hill talks to Macon-Bibb County's fire chief on the phone while preparing a write-up for the call that the station just completed. After every call a write-up must be done to document the situation for statistical purposes. |
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| Capt. Ronald Chancey talks to a 911 dispatcher after the alarm sounds for a gas leak. Chancey is required as a captain to respond to gas leak reports to decide if an engine will be dispatched. |
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| Tom Pullen debates with another station member on the phone about what sauces to buy for their upcoming lunch. Crew C in particular decides to cook every meal while other crews meal prep. |
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| Lt. Matthew Hickey prepares sushi as lunch approaches. Hickey is the 'chef' of the station and cooks every meal the station crew eats. |
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| Sgt. Jason Hill lays out finished rolls of sushi while assisting in lunch preparations. The stations crew typically uses lunch as a natural bridge into the second-half of the day where the station begins to repeat its morning duties. |
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| Macon-Bibb County Fire Station 3 awaits its next call as mid-day begins. Station 3 receives about five calls a day on average. |
By: Layne Kafsky
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| Chris Kafsky starts his morning by driving to his farm before beginning his day’s work. A typical workday for Kafsky begins around 7 a.m., starting with a cup of coffee before he heads to the farm. |
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After arriving at his farm Kafsky opens the farm gates as he begins tending to his animals. "My favorite time to be at the farm is early in the morning when the sun is peaking out from behind the trees and everything starts to brighten up," Kafsky said. |
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Kafsky feeds his chickens after opening the farm for the day. “The chickens always make me laugh because they’re always excited to see people arrive at the farm. Most people get scared when they run up to them, but they’re really friendly and are usually just looking for food,” Kafsky said. |
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Kafsky collects eggs from the chicken coop after feeding his chickens. Kafsky said he fills an average of five cartons of eggs each week. |
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| Kafsky checks on his beehives after collecting eggs from the chicken coop. “There’s not much I need to do when I check the bees. I usually just look for activity like seeing them fly around to make sure the hives are still there,” Kafsky said. |
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| Kafsky checks his garden to see what has sprouted and what is ready to be picked. His garden includes both an outdoor area and a greenhouse filled with a variety of vegetables. |
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| Kafsky picks the ripe vegetables from his garden before tending to his bison. “I try to pick any ripe vegetables early in the morning because animals like rabbits sometimes like to snack on them,” Kafsky said. |
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| Kafsky loads hay and feed into his 4x4 before driving across the property to feed his bison. The bison live in a separate pasture, making the farm vehicle the easiest way for Kafsky to transport food and supplies to them. |
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| Kafsky opens the gate to the bison pasture before driving his 4x4 into the field. The bison are kept in a separate fenced pasture, so Kafsky must open and close the gate each time he enters to feed and care for them. |
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| Kafsky closes the gate behind him after entering the bison pasture. Because of the bison's size and strength, Kafsky always makes sure the gate is securely closed before tending to the animals to ensure that none escape the pasture. |
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| Kafsky surveys the bison pasture after entering the field. “The first thing I do is make sure every bison is here and that none of them look sick or injured,” Kafsky said. |
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Kafsky spreads hay across the pasture for the bison to graze on. “The bison love hay, so I always make sure they have plenty to eat,” Kafsky said.
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Kafsky reaches out to one of his bison while checking on the herd in the pasture. “The bison have gotten used to seeing me every day, so they are usually calm when I’m around,” Kafsky said.
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| Kafsky drives his 4x4 toward the gate as the bison follow alongside him. “They usually follow me when I leave because they know I’m the one who brings their food,” Kafsky said. |
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Kafsky secures the pasture gate before leaving the bison enclosure. Before heading home, Kafsky makes one final check to ensure the bison have enough food, water and everything they need for the evening.
Kafsky inspects a birdhouse he recently built on the farm before leaving for the evening. “I like adding things like birdhouses around the property because it gives wildlife a place to nest and makes the farm feel even more alive,” Kafsky said. |
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Kafsky walks back to his truck after finishing the day's work on the farm. After spending the day caring for his animals and tending the property, Kafsky heads home to prepare for another early morning. |
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Kafsky closes the farm gate to secure the property before heading home for the evening. Locking the farm gates is one of the final tasks in Kafsky's daily routine and helps keep his animals safe overnight. |
