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Effingham County wrestlers show promise in Packer Classic
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Trace Baranowski, the Rebels 160-pound wrestler, has the upper hand in one of his Packer Classic matches. - photo by Submitted
Staff Report
Updated: Jan 2, 2018, 2:07 PM
Published: Jan 2, 2018, 2:08 PM
Six Effingham County wrestlers placed in the top five at the Packer Classic in Moultrie on Friday and Saturday.Senior Zebrandon Gant ran his record to 36-0 while winning the 195-pound class.“Our older guys did a lot of good things,” Rebels coach Nico Guggino said. “We still have a ways to go but we are being aggressive and winning close matches. I am extremely proud of the way these guys practice and compete.”Trace Baranowski (160), Zekeil Walls (220), Logan Kira (106) and Blake Snowden (285) earned third place in their respective division.
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Help Manna House Upgrade Its Parking Lot
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Friends of Manna House volunteers Theresa Gardner, left, and Kaye Shuman load food into vehicles to help distribute meals to families in need. Their efforts support the pantry’s mission to provide essential food and hope to the community. (Submitted photo)
Paul Kasko
Updated: Aug 12, 2025, 12:35 PM
Published: Aug 11, 2025, 7:08 PM
Friends of Manna House is fundraising in August to renovate the busy food pantry parking lot. The community is invited to shop donated décor and support the project.
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