Jekyll Island, located off the coast of Georgia near Brunswick and approximately 60 miles north of Jacksonville, Florida reports today that NO SERIOUS DAMAGE was sustained. Rain and wind caused some debris, and maintenance crews are finishing clean-up and minor repair efforts. ALL PUBLIC AMENITIES ARE OPEN, and access to the island is open and clear. The Sidney Lanier Bridge, which connects Hwy. 17 from Brunswick opened Saturday after being closed briefly due to high winds last week.

The Jekyll Island Golf facility was open Sunday, with the Pine Lakes course open for play. Indian Mound course will open Tuesday, and Oleander will open Saturday 8/30.

Summer Waves Water Park on Jekyll Island was open Sunday, and will operate its normal schedule of weekends and holidays now through September.

No damage was sustained to the any historic structures in the Jekyll Island Historic District, and the Museum is open and operating a normal tour schedule.

All beaches are open and accessible. All hotels and rental cottages are open.

Debris removal is in high gear and preparations are underway for the upcoming Labor Day Weekend. Guests will be able to enjoy the beautiful beach and island amenities during this traditional beach holiday weekend. Some hotel rooms are still available, check the website at www.jekyllisland.com.

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From the desk of C. Jones Hooks

Executive Director

Jekyll Island - State Park Authority

ADVISORY

Executive Director Jones Hooks and key management of the Jekyll Island Authority will be hosting a “Town Hall Meeting” to open up dialogue with residents, business owners and interested parties to discuss operational issues and opportunities on Jekyll Island.

Jekyll Island Town Hall Meeting

Thursday, August 28, 2008 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm

Upstairs at Morgan’s Grill, Jekyll Island Golf Course

Jekyll Island Town Hall Meetings will become a regular forum of informal dialogue, conducted every month or as determined by public input. There is no agenda in this Town Hall Meeting format, and attendees are welcome to drop in at any time during the 1 ¹/2 hour gathering and join the discussion.

“We never want to lose focus on who our customers are, and we look forward to listening and providing answers and information,” said Hooks. “We are privileged to be stewards of this great public asset, and it is our goal to seek continuous improvement together.”

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Contact: Shanna Brain, Executive Assistant

sbrain@jekyllisland.com

Jekyll Island Authority

(912) 635-4075

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Jekyll Island, Ga (August 11, 2008)—Today the Jekyll Island Authority Board welcomes their newly appointed Board Chairman, Mr. Robert “Bob” W. Krueger of Hawkinsville, GA.

Mr. Krueger comments, “I am proud to serve Georgia and Governor Perdue as Chairman of the Jekyll Island Authority. I appreciate the hard work of our previous chairman Ben Porter, who within one short year was able to get our revitalization efforts underway. Ben has been remarkably effective, and I look forward to continuing that momentum as we pursue the right balance of conservation and redevelopment so that Jekyll Island offers something for every Georgian, in a way that all Georgians can be proud.”

Mr. Krueger succeeds Mr. Ben G. Porter who was appointed to the JIA Board in August of 2006 and served as Board Chairman from September 2007 to present. Mr. Porter stated, “It has been a privilege for me to serve my term as Chairman of a Board with so many fine and dedicated folks, and I appreciate their support. I can not think of a better person than Bob Krueger to hand the gavel to. I look forward to continuing to serve as a Jekyll Island Board member, but I’m most looking forward to having a little more time free time to catch up on some fishing!”

Like sentiments are shared by the Jekyll Island Authority’s newly appointed Executive Director, Jones Hooks. “The Jekyll Island Authority Board provides the vital policy-setting function, and we appreciate all members who are volunteer appointments by the Governor. Ben Porter’s dedication and commitment to making Jekyll Island the most environmentally-friendly destination on the east coast, and a place for all Georgians needs to be recognized. I look forward to continuing to work with Ben, and appreciate Bob Krueger for accepting the Board’s leadership role”, says Hooks.

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The 2008 Beach Music Festival is collaborating with the Golden Isles Shag Club to present you with the biggest shag contest to hit South Georgia in years. Grab your partner and show off your best moves for tons of prizes and fun.

The Shag kick-off party will be held Friday, August 15th, beginning at 8 pm, in the Jekyll Island Convention Center, Atlantic Hall. Entry fees are $20 per couple. Cash prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.

Following the contest, guests can relax to the upbeat tempo of the Swingin’ Medallions. Advanced tickets are on sale for $12 and $14.95 (plus tax) at the door. Doors open at 7:30pm.

Don’t miss out on all of the fun in the sun at the FREE beach concert Saturday from 10:00am to 6:00pm. The 25^th annual Beach Music festival is sponsored by Jekyll Island Authority, Georgia Tourism, Coca Cola, Bacardi, Corona, and Comcast.
For more information visit www.jekyllisland.com/beachmusicfestival or contact the Jekyll Island Welcome Center at 1-877-4-JEKYLL.

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Jekyll Island and the Golden Isles Shag Club is bringing the biggest and best beach concert in years to the Golden Isles. Why is it best concert in years? Well for starters, it is FREE! That’s right; we are going back to our roots in presenting the 25^th edition of the Beach Music Festival for no admission! Join thousands of your closest friends for an exciting concert on the beach featuring the musical sounds of the Rickey Godfrey Band, Second Chance, and the Swingin’ Medallions.

The entertainment will kick off at 12:00pm with the musical stylings of The Rickey Godfrey Band. This band’s unique combination of musical influences and professional talent will have the waves crashing. An energetic, talented, and entertaining group, they have been touring throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe since the 1970’s and are now looking forward to playing at this years Beach Music Festival, right here on the Golden Isles.

Back by popular demand is Second Chance! They opened for the 2007 Beach Music Festival, and they are returning again to do what they love best sing! At 2:30pm they will gift beachgoers with the smooth sounds of songs like “I Love Beach Music” and “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes”! This is truly a talented group that has everything ranging from vocals to saxophone to bass guitar. Don’t miss out on Second Chance.

This year’s Beach Music Festival on Jekyll Island just keeps getting better, as we rock and roll with the Swingin Medallions at 4:30pm. Drawing inspiration from early R&B, the band has been described to have a beach music, frat rock, shag sound that keeps the crowds moving.

Bring your family to the beach Saturday, August 16th, to enjoy this free, live music event and you will be sure to have memories for a lifetime. For more information visit www.jekyllisland.com/beachmusicfestival or contact the Jekyll Island Welcome Center at 1-877-4-JEKYLL.

The 25^th annual Beach Music festival is sponsored by Jekyll Island Authority, Georgia Tourism, Coca Cola, Bacardi, Corona, and Comcast.

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Get ready for 3 times the fun and excitement at this year’s 2008 Beach Music Festival! We will bring you the Swingin’ Medallions not once, not twice, but three times in one weekend! Mark you calendars for this jam-packed event.

Along with the Swingin’ Medallions is Guest DJ Pat Patterson who is all set to delight the masses and give an unforgettable treat that you don’t want to miss.

If you are busy Friday night or you can’t enjoy the fun in the sun on Saturday afternoon, then you have one more chance to swing with the Swingin’ Medallions on Saturday night.
Doors open at 7:30pm at the Jekyll Island Convention Center, Atlantis Hall. Tickets on sale $12 in advanced, $14.95 plus tax at the door.
For more information contact the Jekyll Island Welcome Center at 1-877-4-JEKYLL. The 25^th annual Beach Music festival is sponsored by Jekyll Island Authority, Georgia Tourism, Coca Cola, Bacardi, Corona, and Comcast.

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The greens are awaiting all golfers at this year’s 2008 Beach Music Festival Annual Golf tournament.

Friday, August 15th, participants can play in the most talked about summer golf tournament in South Georgia. Tee times begin at 9:00am until 11:00am at the Indian Mounds golf course. Registration is $80 per player with lunch provided by Morgan’s Grill.

All participants receive two tickets to Friday night’s Swingin Medallions concert with many prizes available for the winning players.

Don’t miss out on all the fun at the Friday night shag contest, hosted by the Golden Isles Shag Club, and the FREE beach concert Saturday from 10:00am to 6:00pm. The 25^th annual Beach Music festival is sponsored by Jekyll Island Authority, Georgia Tourism, Coca Cola, Bacardi, Corona, and Comcast.

For tee times call 912-635-2368 or contact the Jekyll Island Welcome Center at 1-877-4-JEKYLL.

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The following media release was distributed yesterday after hours by the Governor’s Office. Please note.

STATE OF GEORGIA

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

Sonny Perdue
GOVERNOR

For Immediate Release

Contact: Office of Communications, (404) 651-7774

Wednesday, August 6, 2008

Governor Perdue Announces Executive Appointments

ATLANTA - Governor Sonny Perdue announced today the following executive
appointments. Brief biographies are provided below:

Chairman, Jekyll Island Authority Board of Directors

Robert “Bob” W. Krueger, 67, Hawkinsville, GA, - Krueger is the president and chief executive officer of ComSouth Corporation. He currently holds a seat on the Jekyll Island Authority Board of Directors. He is the chairman of the Middle Georgia Regional Development Authority and a member of the Hawkinsville Development Authority. Krueger serves as the director and treasurer of the Georgia Telephone Association and chairman and director of United Pulaski. Krueger serves on the board of directors for the Georgia Chamber of Commerce. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State
University and a master’s degree from the University of Georgia. Krueger and his wife, Carol, have three grown children and two grandchildren.

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And here’s the link they had on their website to learn more about Dylan!

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Dylan will be released at 11 a.m. Monday morning.