Author Archives: Alice DeForest

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About Alice DeForest

Sending a smile to brighten your day. Since retiring from a successful real estate career, I am out and about exploring. I live on the SE Coast of the United States, and love the marshes, swamps and beaches of Georgia and South Carolina. Historical sites are also some of my favorite places, and I love sharing them with all of you. I'll do my best not to keep things interesting and bring you along on all my travels.

Gnann Store & Post Office, Circa 1920, Stillwell — Vanishing Georgia: Photographs by Brian Brown

Posted on August 12, 2022 by Alice DeForest

This is one of my favorite places in Effingham County. It was very typical in the early 20th century to find post offices located inside general stores. Joey Smith writes: The Stillwell Post Office was established in 1892. Cletus Gnann … Continue reading →

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Illustrated Community Map-

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Alice DeForest

Effingham County Georgia business and landmark illustration Continue reading →

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Georgia Fishing Report: June 10, 2022 —

Posted on June 10, 2022 by Alice DeForest

This weekend wraps up National Fishing and Boating Week (NFBW), June 4-12, 2022. Were you able to get out on the water during this week or maybe attend a Kids Fishing Event (see listing of events HERE)? There is another … Continue reading →

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Georgia Fishing Report: June 3, 2022

Posted on June 3, 2022 by Alice DeForest

90 Years is a Long Time! Yesterday, June 2, 2022 marked 90 years that Georgia has held a world record largemouth bass record. In 1932, George Perry … Georgia Fishing Report: June 3, 2022

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Georgia Fishing Report: May 13, 2022 —

Posted on May 14, 2022 by Alice DeForest

We know the fishing is really good right now, but if you are out camping and fishing this Friday the 13th, and you see a guy wearing a hockey mask lurking around…best bet is to just find another fishin’ hole. … Continue reading →

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Community Lake With Walking Trail — The59Club

Posted on April 23, 2022 by Alice DeForest

Community park, walking trail and fishing area Continue reading →

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Georgia Fishing Report: April 22, 2022 —

Posted on April 23, 2022 by Alice DeForest

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Mr. Angel Monument, 2008, Eastman – The First Georgia Bulldog Mascot — Vanishing Georgia: Photographs by Brian Brown

Posted on March 24, 2022 by Alice DeForest

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Georgia Fishing Report: March 18, 2022 —

Posted on March 18, 2022 by Alice DeForest

The state of Georgia abounds with an amazing variety of reservoirs and rivers that we are fortunate to fish. However, the introduction of an aquatic invasive species into our waters can affect your fishing, your boating, and even your wallet. … Continue reading →

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Georgia Fishing Report: March 4, 2022 —

Posted on March 4, 2022 by Alice DeForest

Georgia Wildlife Blog-Fishing Continue reading →

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