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Bessie Harvey was born Bessie Ruth White on October 11, 1929 to Homer and Rosa Mae White of Dallas, Georgia. She was the seventh of thirteen children. Harvey’s father died while she was very young, and with only a fourth grade education she had to drop out of school and find work to help support her family. Full story »

Getting another year older can sometimes be fun. A trio of area residents found out that birthdays are, indeed, something to be celebrated, occasions made sweeter by the presence of friends, family and loved ones. Whether the planners offer a big party, elegant reception or intimate dinner with dear friends, there is always room for a happy heart at seeing another year of living added to our belts. Full story »