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Dublin City Schools Begins Nationwide Search for New Superintendent
As Dublin City Schools work diligently on overcoming various obstacles, the Board of Education is focusing on the future of the school system.
WMAZ News in Macon reports that Dublin City Schools have begun a nationwide search to fill the position of permanent Superintendent. Strapped with
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- Newsbreak | | 29 January 2026 | 15:10
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Lyons Lions Club Recognizes Local Students
The Lyons Lions Club Student of the Month program recognizes outstanding students for their dedication, commitment, and service to others.
For January, this honor was awarded to Sarah Ellis Walker of Toombs County High School and Josie Kight of Robert Toombs Christian Academy.
Lyons Lions Club
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- Newsbreak | | 29 January 2026 | 10:13
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Warming Bodies and Hearts
As the frigid weather threatens this weekend, RadioJones is compiling a list of places in the area where those in need of warmth and food can find relief. If you know of places (i.e., churches, nonprofit organizations) and would like them added to the list, please call our office at 912-537-9202 or
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- Newsbreak | | 29 January 2026 | 08:57
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Southeastern Tech Names 2026 Rick Perkins and GOAL Winners
Southeastern Technical College (STC) announces Linda Hairr, Cosmetology Instructor, as its Rick Perkins Instructor of the Year and Jessica Martinez-Ramos, an Associate of Science in Nursing Bridge Pathway student from Toombs County, as the College’s Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL)
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- Newsbreak | | 29 January 2026 | 07:27
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Jury Duty Canceled
Toombs County Jurors summoned for Friday, January 30th at 9AM do not need to appear. The cases for superior court have settled. Please spread the word!
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- Newsbreak | | 28 January 2026 | 16:51
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Glennville Fire Chief Arrested on Child Molestation Charges
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested the Glennville Fire Department Chief and charged him with crimes against children.According to reports, Dale Barnard was arrested by the GBI Region Five Statesboro Office on Tuesday. He is charged with two counts of Child Molestation, one count of
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- Newsbreak | | 28 January 2026 | 14:41
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Candler County Deputy Charged With Animal Cruelty
A Candler County deputy and K-9 handler was arrested in Bulloch County and charged with 8 counts of misdemeanor cruelty to animals Tuesday.
Candler County Sheriff’s Office Capt. Justin Wells said once the Candler County department became aware of the incident. Deputy James Michel Duncan was
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- Newsbreak | | 28 January 2026 | 14:38
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Robinson, Jackie Rogers, Jr. - Vidalia - Aggravated Assault ; Obstruction; Unlawful Possession of Firearm; Possible Firearm During Commission of or Attempt to Commit Crime.
Toombs County Sheriff’s Office reports the following arrests:
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- Newsbreak | | 28 January 2026 | 10:14
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The People's House: Week 2
by Rep. Leesa Hagan
Budget Week is in the Books
Last week, I returned to the State Capitol with other members of the House and Senate Appropriations Committees for the second week of the 2026 legislative session commonly known as budget week. It’s an important few days focused on reviewing state
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- Newsbreak | | 28 January 2026 | 10:07
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Indians Make Statement with 82–41 Region Win Over Savannah Christian
Vidalia wasted no time sending a message Tuesday night, rolling to a dominant 82–41 victory over Savannah Christian in a key region matchup. The win was especially meaningful for the Indians, who had suffered a loss to Savannah Christian earlier in the season, and this time around Vidalia left no
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- Sportsbreak | | 28 January 2026 | 08:46
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Lady Indians Explode in the 3rd to Stay Perfect in Region Play
The Vidalia Lady Indians maintained their flawless region record last night, overcoming a competitive first half against Savannah Christian to secure a dominant victory. While the score remained tight through the first two quarters, the Indians effectively put the game away with a massive 38-point
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- Sportsbreak | | 28 January 2026 | 08:15
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Barons Roll at Warrior Open
The Brewton-Parker Christian University women’s wrestling team competed at the Indiana Tech Warrior Open on January 23 & 24, 2026. The open saw several standout performances from various Barons, including three top-10 finishes in their weight classes.
The Barons saw great performances from
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- Sportsbreak | | 28 January 2026 | 08:10
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Barons Compete at Missouri Valley Invitational
The Brewton-Parker Christian University men’s wrestling team traveled to Marshall, Missouri, to compete in the Missouri Valley Invitational. The Barons competed against some of the top competition in the NAIA on January 23-24, 2026, including multiple top-25-ranked wrestlers and former National
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- Sportsbreak | | 26 January 2026 | 14:55
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Lady Indians Stay Perfect with Overtime Thriller
The Vidalia Lady Indians maintained their flawless region record Friday night, edging out the Swainsboro Lady Tigers 58-50 in a heart-pounding overtime battle. Vidalia appeared to be in total control early on, stifling the Tigers' offense to take a commanding 13-point lead into the locker room at
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- Sportsbreak | | 26 January 2026 | 14:51
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Vidalia Wrestling Builds Momentum at Sweet Onion Invitational
Vidalia High School wrestling finished 10th out of 31 teams at the Sweet Onion Invitational, showing strong growth and toughness from a young lineup as the postseason nears.
Dylan Kicklighter (138) and Alexander Muzafarov (157) led the way with second-place finishes, while Torey Jackson (285) added
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- Sportsbreak | | 26 January 2026 | 08:21
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Indians Clamp Down on Swainsboro, 43–30
Vidalia picked up a hard-fought Region victory Friday night, defeating Swainsboro 43–30 behind a dominant defensive performance.
Defense set the tone from the opening tip as the Indians made every possession difficult, limiting Swainsboro’s scoring opportunities and controlling the pace of the
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- Sportsbreak | | 26 January 2026 | 08:17
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Sports & Scores This Week (1-26-26)
January 26- Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week.
Monday, January 26
Tuesday, January 27
Basketball: Vidalia 61, Savannah Christian 30 Girls & Vidalia 82, Savannah Christian 41 Boys
Toombs County 51, Woodville-Tompkins 50 Girls & Toombs County 50, Woodville-Tompkins 44 Boys
Telfair County
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- Sportsbreak | | 26 January 2026 | 07:58
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Vidalia Girls Wrestling Brings Home Hardware at Sweet Onion Invitational
...Vidalia Girls Wrestling showed out at the Sweet Onion Invitational, and every single Lady Indian left with hardware. All five competitors medaled, proving the depth and toughness of the program.
Leading the way were champions Messiah Salem (125), Imani Hall (130), and Timya Mills (170), each
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- Sportsbreak | | 24 January 2026 | 08:27
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Community Calendar
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Ohoopee River Conservation District Poster Contest
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- Community Event | | 29 January 2026 | 10:16
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Sweet Onion Animal Protection Annual Fundraiser
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- Community Event | | 28 January 2026 | 09:35
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VRD 2026 Baseball, Softball, & Tee Ball Registration
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- Community Event | | 20 January 2026 | 11:34
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Greater Vidalia Chamber Members Meeting
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- Community Event | | 06 January 2026 | 13:16
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Swainsboro - Emanuel Chamber Eggs & Issues Breakfast
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- Community Event | | 06 January 2026 | 13:09
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LRD 2026 SPRING SPORTS REGISTRATION
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- Community Event | | 02 January 2026 | 07:32
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Sons of the American Revolution Meeting
Sons of the American Revolution meet the 3rd Thursday of every month in the backroom of Chatters in Lyons. Dinner is at 6:15 and at 7:00 there is a historical presentation.
Please come and visit with us and we will help you find your Revolutionary War Ancestor.
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- Community Event | | 26 December 2024 | 11:36
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Obituaries
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Mr. Thomas "Floyd" Floyd Dowdy, Jr., Lyons
Thomas “Floyd” Floyd Dowdy Jr., age 69, of Lyons, Georgia, passed away on January 27, 2026, at The Glenwood Nursing Home following an extended illness. Born on June 13, 1956, in McRae, Georgia, Floyd was the son of T. F. Dowdy Sr. and Jacklyn Marie Dowdy. Floyd grew up in Toombs County, where he...- Information
- Obituary | | 29 January 2026 | 14:07
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Katherine Rujean Herrod Stolt
Katherine Rujean Herrod Stolt, lovingly known as Katie, passed away in January 2026 at the age of 57 in Dublin, Georgia. Born November 4, 1968, to Johnathan and Peggy Pemberton Herrod, Katie was the granddaughter of Ruby Pemberton and spent her early years in Panhandle, Texas, where she formed the... - Information
- Obituary | | 27 January 2026 | 12:44
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Mrs. Berry Ann Chambers Clark, Uvalda
Mrs. Berry Ann Chambers Clark, age 61, of Uvalda, died Thursday, January 22, 2026, at her home following an extended illness. She was a native of Montgomery County and lived near Uvalda all of her life. She attended Toombs Central School and was a 1982 graduate of Montgomery County High School. She... - Information
- Obituary | | 27 January 2026 | 07:20
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Mr. Michael L. Walker, South Thompson Community
Mr. Michael L. Walker, age 57, of the South Thompson Community, died Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Anne & Donald McGraw Community Hospice Center in Jacksonville, Florida after an extended stay at Mayo Medical Center. He was a self-proclaimed military brat, growing up in several cities. The... - Information
- Obituary | | 26 January 2026 | 15:18
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Mr. Randy Harold Sears, Hephzibah
Mr. Randy Harold Sears, age 73, of Hephzibah, died Monday, January 19, 2026, at Wellstar Health System in Augusta, following a lengthy illness. He was a native of Toombs, growing up in Vidalia and was a 1970 graduate of Vidalia High School where developed a lifelong love of basketball. He started a... - Information
- Obituary | | 26 January 2026 | 13:42
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Mr. Jerry Bird, Soperton
Funeral services for Mr. Jerry Bird of Soperton will be held Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Higgs Funeral with Reverend Gaynor Ridgdale officiating. Burial will be in the Beasley Cemetery in Treutlen County. Mr. Bird died Friday, January 23, 2026. Mr. Bird, 66, was born in... - Information
- Obituary | | 26 January 2026 | 13:04
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Mrs. Laura Delores Gillis Corbett
A TIME TO BE BORN: Laura Delores Gillis Corbett was born on October 25, 1929, the second oldest child of the late Floyd and Maybell Gillis. She was the granddaughter of the late John and Anna Mainer and the late Wesley and Litta Gillis. In addition to her parents and grandparents, Laura was... - Information
- Obituary | | 26 January 2026 | 10:44
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Ryker Wade Rhymes
Ryker Wade Rhymes was born on September 18, 2025, in Augusta, and met Jesus on Saturday, January 24, 2026. He is the son Courtney Pratt and Wade Rhymes of Glenwood. In addition to his parents, Ryker is survived by one sister, Harland Rhymes; one brother, Talon Rhymes, both of Blackshear; maternal... - Information
- Obituary | | 25 January 2026 | 11:31
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Mr. J. Dustin Barr, Tifton
Mr. J. Dustin Barr, age 48, of Tifton, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Pleasantview Nursing Center in Metter. He was a native of Tifton and lived there for most of his life before moving to Sylvania, Vidalia, and Reidsville, and eventually settling in Metter. Dustin was a Baptist by...- Information
- Obituary | | 25 January 2026 | 08:39
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Church Calendar
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February 6--Gospel Concert in Vidalia
February 6-You're invited to a Gospel Concert February 6th at 6:00 at 407 Slayton Street in Vidalia with Dixie Echoes and Heartfeft Quartet. - Information
- Church Event | | 28 January 2026 | 12:31
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February 22--Men's Day in Vidalia
February 22--East Park Church of God in Christ, 711 4th & Washington Streets in Vidalia, would like you to come to their Men's Day Service, February 22nd at 3:00 with guest speaker Elder James McRae Jr of Living Waters Full Gospel Ministries in Macon. Host pastor Supt. James & Lady Monique McRae. - Information
- Church Event | | 26 January 2026 | 12:20
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February 8-Triumphant Quartet!
February 8--Cedar Crossing Baptist Church invites you to a free Gospel Concert featuring Triumphant Quartet, Sunday February 8th at 10:30. #1 Songs: "Going There", "Goodness of God" and "Eye of the Storm" - Information
- Church Event | | 26 January 2026 | 12:08
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February 7-Clothing Giveaway in Vidalia
February 7-- The Outreach Ministry of New Life In Christ Church, 208 Meadowbrook Street in Vidalia, invites you to their Clothes Closet Giveaway, Saturday February 7th from 8:00 to 12:00. Clothing and shoes for men, women & children. Accessories & other home good items.- Information
- Church Event | | 07 January 2026 | 11:58
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- Church Event | | 03 November 2021 | 12:30
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