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The Daily Sentinel · Plains, GA

AP Joy Wonder Discovery SummaryBrief at 12:02 a.m. EST

An iconic puzzle comes home as production of the Rubik's Cube returns to HungaryBUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — The Rubik's Cube, invented by Hungarian architect Ernő Rubik in 1974, has become one of the world's most beloved puzzles. Since its creation, over half a billion units have been sold. Production is now returning to Hungary, where Rubik first developed the cube. On Tuesday, a new automated production line opened in Jászberény. Rubik originally produced the design as the “Magic Cube,” and it gained popularity in the late 1970s. By the early 1980s, it had become a global sensation.

Cordele Dispatch · Cordele, GA

Nearby: Cordele, GA

Adam’s Drug Store combines cutting-edge tech with small-town service

Founded in 1951 by Ira Lee Adams, Adam’s Drug Store has served its community for over 75 years. Jonathan Sinyard is the current owner, starting out as a partner with Ira Lee Adams’ son, Russell Adams, from 2009 to 2019. After Russell Adams retired in 2019, Sinyard took on full ownership. Sinyard started working at Adam’s in college, coming back after graduation. He says it’s been a great way to help others. “I enjoy interacting with people.” Not only is the institution a familiar landmark for the community, but many of its employees are as well. Sinyard says he is blessed to have an experienced team. Most of those working at Adam’s Drug Store are from Cordele or the immediate area. “You’re going to see us at a Friday night football game. You’re going to see us at trunk or treat.” Sinyard says many of their customers are familiar faces. “These are people we go to church with. These are people we see in the grocery store.

Cordele Dispatch · Cordele, GA

Nearby: Cordele, GA

Cordele Energy and Nutrition: Keeping the community refreshed

Cordele Energy and Nutrition’s bubbly vibe matches its owner, Chloe Coleman. Coleman says that people are at the core of her business. “It’s just relationships you build every time, and you see these people every single day.” A cheery pink interior greets guests, with pumpkins painted on the shop-front window. A comfortable basket seat encourages guests to linger while taking sips. Coleman shared what makes Cordele Energy and Nutrition such a unique part of the Cordele Community. “We want everybody to feel welcome, and it’s an environment where anybody walks in, you’re automatically a friend. We automatically want you to be a regular.” Coleman sees firsthand how local businesses can connect with customers. “People really do enjoy supporting somebody that they see all the time and that they know and that they have a friendship with.” Cordele Energy and Nutrition serves Herbalife products, including loaded teas, protein meal replacement shakes, and protein coffees.

Cordele Dispatch · Cordele, GA

Nearby: Cordele, GA

Celebrate Recovery holds car show in Perlis Park

Celebrate Recovery held its largest fundraiser of the year on Nov. 7 at Perlis Park in Cordele. Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-step addiction recovery program. Dinner and services are held every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at Cordele First Church. Ministry leader and recovering alcoholic Chris Willis says the program isn’t just for those suffering from substance abuse. “Overeating, pornography, codependency, any kind of hurt, habit, and hang-up.” Willis says the effect on people’s lives is amazing. “We just love to see people get healed.” The car show was well attended, with many eye-catching entries. Police Choice was #1 Jimmy Nasworthy’s 65 Chevy C10, Kid’s Choice was #327 Aston Willis’ 62 Corvette Gasser, Celebrate Recovery’s Choice was #67 Maverick Webb’s Mazda RX-7, Best in Show Late Model was #4 Heather Highnote’s 2022 Chevy Camaro, and Best in Show Classic was #33 Frank Webber’s 32 Chevy Coupe.

Cordele Dispatch · Cordele, GA

Nearby: Cordele, GA

Director asks Cordele City Council to replace water management system: “It no longer has any support and is very outdated”

Director of Utilities Treatment Debbie Wright told the Cordele Commission during its Nov. 3 meeting that the City needed a new SCADA system. With a system taking 8-12 weeks for its arrival, Debbie Wright urged them to order it quickly. City Commissioner Joe Joe Wright made a motion that they get the system, which died for a lack of a second. The Council decided place the purchase of the system on the agenda for the next meeting. Debbie Wright gave an approximate cost of $250,000 for the system to be installed at 6 wells, 5 water tanks, 7 lift stations, and 1 wastewater treatment plant. Wright explained to the Cordele Dispatch what the system was and what made it so important. “It is a SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) System. It transmits a signal that tells the wells to come on and cut off by the level of water that is in the different tanks. Our current system is very old and has to be replaced.

The Clayton Record · Fort Mitchell, AL

Nearby: Fort Mitchell, AL

JAMES JOHNSON

JAMES “JIM” HENRY JOHNSON Mr. James “Jim” Henry Johnson, a resident of Clayton, Alabama, passed away Monday, November 2, 2026, at his residence. He was 81 years old. Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in the Glover Funeral Home Chapel in Eufaula with Michael Canfield and Dr. Scott Thompson officiating. A visitation will be held from 10:00-10:45 a.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to the VFW Post 5850- 1556 N. Eufaula Ave. Eufaula, Alabama 36027 Graveside services with military honors will be held Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. EST at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery in Fort Mitchell, Alabama with Glover Funeral Home & Crematory of Eufaula directing. Jim was born on December 27, 1944, to the late Gilbert Condra and Gladys Helen Kent Johnson. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served 3 tours in Vietnam. Jim was known as a true patriot and loved his country.

Thomasville Times Enterprise · Columbus, GA

Nearby: Columbus, GA

Central Swim Team competes in Columbus

THOMASVILLE – Thomas County Central’s swim team had another successful meet, competing in the Blue Devil Invitational in Columbus last Saturday. Central finished fourth behind Starr’s Mill, Columbus, and McIntosh but ahead of 11 other teams. In the girls division, Kayla Bruce won the 100 freestyle and led the Lady Yellow Jackets individually. Central’s 200 freestyle relay team of Bruce, Abbie Love, Hannah Bilello and Lindsay Hinson finished third. Central’s girls finished fourth with 367 points. Central’s boys 400 freestyle relay team placed fourth, while Cain Childs and Sam Knight recorded top-eight finishes, highlighting the program’s younger talent. “Saturday was a great opportunity for our swimmers to compete against teams we don’t normally see. I was really proud of the way they stepped up,” Central swim coach Ashley Lanatta said. “We saw some strong swims, great effort and continued improvement across the team.