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Congratulations to the Class of 2021! In the midst of a global pandemic, your hard work and perseverance is to be applauded. We wish you continued growth to reach your goals and potential beyond high school. Continue to strive for greatness. This week we will recognize graduates of the PRTC family. Today we salute, Kiley Paige Smith. KP will be graduating at the top of her class with Honors from West Laurens High School and with Honors from Georgia Military College with a 2-year degree in General Studies. She will attend Georgia Southern University in the fall pursuing an accounting degree to later become a CPA. KP is the daughter of PRTC Central Office Supv Brad and his wife Marcy Wood Smith

Congratulations to the Class of 2021! Despite the challenges we faced during the last year, you overcame and achieved your goal. You should be very proud of yourself for reaching this accomplishment. We wish you much success. This week we will recognize graduates of the PRTC family. Today, we congratulate Gabrielle DeAsia Smith. Gabby is a WLHS graduate. While attending WLHS, she was a four-year member of FFA and she participated in Teen Court. She is the daughter of PRTC Se...rvice Supv Darren Smith and the late LaTonia Smith. Wishing you all the best for a happy, healthy and prosperous future.

In observance of Memorial Day, our office will be closed Monday, May 31. We will resume normal business hours, Tuesday, June 1 at 8:00AM. Our sincere gratitude to the brave men and women who served our country and gave the ultimate sacrifice.

In observance of Good Friday, PRTC will be closed April 2. May you and your family have a safe and blessed Easter. He is risen.

Thank You to all who serve! Happy Veterans Day!

Congratulations to the 2020 West Laurens High School Homecoming Court! KP Smith, a senior representative, is part of our PRTC family. KP, is the daughter of PRTC Central Office Central Office Supv, Brad Smith and his wife Marcy Smith. We are proud of you all!!!

The 2020 PRTC Annual Meeting will be held Thursday, October 22 from 10am until 3pm at the PRTC Business Office Parking Lot. Members will drive-thru and remain in their vehicle.

With a heavy heart, we are sad to announce the passing of our beloved sweet friend, Glinda Rowland Cranford. She passed away on September 23, after a long fought battle with cancer. Glinda was employed at PRTC for 40 years as a Bookkeeper, she retired in 2014. She was honest, hardworking and truly passionate about her faith, her family and her career. Glinda was well-respected and very loved by her PRTC family. We will always remember her dedication, sweet spirit and of cours...e her delicious desserts. Our condolences and prayers go out to her children Paul and Maria (Blake) Simpson, her grandchildren and her entire family. Funeral Services will be held Friday, September 25, 2020 at 2:00PM in the chapel of Mathis Funeral Home. Burial will be private in Rowland Family Cemetery in Chester. Friday, September 25, the PRTC Business Office will close at 12:30, to attend the funeral services. #CancerSucks https://www.mathisfh.net/obituary/glinda-rowland-cranford See more

Out of respect for our dear longtime employee Russell Lane and for the staff to attend his funeral, PRTC will close at 10AM today.