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Georgia Wildlife Federation to host annual Sportsman's Dinner & Auction
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Dinner is served at the 2018 GWF Sportsman's Dinner & Auction. - photo by Submitted Photo
Jackie Gutknecht
Published: Aug 20, 2019, 12:32 AM

COVINGTON, Ga. - The Georgia Wildlife Federation is gearing up for its annual Sportsman's Dinner & Auction event that is scheduled for Aug. 29 at the Alcovy Conservation Center in Covington.

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GWF has been keeping Georgia wild for more than 80 years and this annual event helps raise funds for some of the organization's ongoing programs, like Hunters for the Hungry, Camo Coalition and many more. 

“As Georgia’s oldest member-supported conservation organization, the Georgia Wildlife Federation would not be able to provide the resources and programming it does for the state without the support of fundraisers like this month’s auction,” Adam Schiavone, GWF sportsman’s programs specialist, said. “Join is for a night of good food, networking and auctions that can’t be beat.”

Tickets are on sale online for $50 or $500 for a table for 10. The "old-fashioned pig-pickin’ and barbeque with all the trimmings" will include general raffles, silent auction, verbal auction and a huge gun raffle board. 

For more information about the Sportsman's Dinner & Auction or how to get involved with GWF, contact Sam Stowe at 770-787-7887 or sstowe@gwf.org or Schiavone at 770-787-7887 or aschivone@gwf.org. 
NCS FFA Programs to Host Annual Spring Plant Sale at Eastside
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Updated: Mar 24, 2025, 5:05 PM
Published: Mar 24, 2025, 5:03 PM

Courtesy of Dr. Cecily Gunter, Newton College & Career Academy

Spring is in full bloom, and the Newton County Schools’ annual Spring Plant Sale is just around the corner. From April 1-4, the community is invited to visit Eastside High School between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM to shop for a wide variety of plants grown by local agriculture and FFA students.

This year’s sale will feature bedding plants, vegetable plants, ferns, and perennials, providing something for every garden enthusiast. The event not only offers quality plants at affordable prices but also supports the NCS agriculture programs, giving students hands-on experience in plant care, greenhouse management, and customer service.

“We’re excited to showcase our students’ hard work while offering the community a great selection of plants for the spring season.” said Dr. Catrina Pollard, Eastside FFA Advisor.

Shoppers are encouraged to arrive early for the best selection, as popular plants tend to sell out quickly. For more information, email Dr. Pollard at pollard.catrina@newton.k12.ga.us .