Top News Stories A true fairy tale A love of fairies and books prompted Lenna Cross to write her own story about the minuscule magical creatures. That untitled story, written last school year, recently won the 8-year-old from Martinez the first-grade state championship in the Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition. Medal of Honor winner addresses pupils The pupils of Harlem Middle School received a Veterans Day treat no other area school was privileged to have -- the presence of a Medal of Honor winner. Retired Army Col. Jack Jacobs was the guest speaker during the Friday celebration in Harlem Middle's gym. Early visits to Lights of South suggested As visitors travel from near and far to Columbia County's largest light display this holiday season, they will notice several new additions to the popular attraction. United Way to use survey to set goals The United Way might expand its services in Columbia County, and it is using an online survey to determine the extent of that expansion.