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Members of the Red Hat Society meet at restaurants or in members’ homes, such as this Christmas gathering. The only requirements: members must be at least 50 years old and wear purple clothing and red hats. (Submitted Photo)

Members of the Red Hat Society meet at restaurants or in members’ homes, such as this Christmas gathering. The only requirements: members must be at least 50 years old and wear purple clothing and red hats. (Submitted Photo)

Red Hat Society helps bring women together

Maura Rutledge
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Scarlet hats and purple clothing aren’t a traditional combination, but they’re the signature look of the Red Hat ladies of Lexington. Despite their regal appearance, they said they “just like to have fun.”  “The Red Hats are just a fun group of ladies. We don't have a set program.
According to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network, COVID-19 outbreaks in Georgia long-term care facilities like Quiet Oaks have been rising since July.

According to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network, COVID-19 outbreaks in Georgia long-term care facilities like Quiet Oaks have been rising since July.

COVID cases rise at Quiet Oaks after months without outbreak

Hannah Freeman
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Quiet Oaks Health Care Center’s decision to cancel its Halloween carnival due to a COVID-19 outbreak disheartened residents and community members, but the concern now is how the facility manages the virus in a post-pandemic world.