If you’re planning to go to the Vidalia Onion Festival Air Show, Arts and Crafts, or carnival this weekend, you should know that extra steps have been taken this year to minimize the traffic congestion that in the past has been an issue.
Brian Scott is the Safety and Security Coordinator for this
...Below is a complete list of events for this week's 47th Annual Vidalia Onion Festival. More info is available at www.vidaliaonionfestival.com or you can download the Vidalia Onion Festival app.
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Doleman, Charles – Vidalia – Theft by Shoplifting.
Stokes, Derrick – Vidalia – DI; Failure to Maintain Lane.
Harmon, Michael – Vidalia – Criminal Damage to Property.
Toombs County Sheriff’s Office reports the following arrests:
Cesar,
...The driver of a pickup truck that was involved in an accident Friday morning on Loop Road and Old Normantown Road has been charged with two counts of homicide by vehicle, driving while unlicensed, and stop signs and yield signs violation.
Freddy Jose Suarez Juarez was behind the wheel of the truck
...On Friday, April 19th, 2024, at approximately 9:01 am, Toombs County 911 Dispatch received a call of a wreck involving a white Ford truck and a green Chevrolet car at the intersection of GA Hwy 130 east and Old Normantown Road. Upon arrival, deputies observed that both vehicles were northwest of
...Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Smith, Samontray – Vidalia – Simple Obstruction; Disorderly Conduct; Terroristic Threats.
Collins, Michael – Collins – Theft by Shoplifting.
Trull, Mark Hunter - Vidalia - Theft by Taking; Entering Auto (2 Counts).
Walker, Lashunda - Vidalia -
...Angela Lane, Vidalia 2023 Lady of the Year, with her family.
When Angela Lane moved to Vidalia several years ago, she hit the ground running, and the energetic and community-loving woman has never slowed down. She immediately wrapped herself in volunteering and It’s that “giving back attitude” for her
...Toombs County Clerk of Courts Nancy Pittman reported Thursday morning that Toombs County jurors summoned for jury duty for Monday, April 22, do NOT need to report. All cases have been settled or have been continued for the term.
(L to R): Zack Fowler, Presenter and 2018 Man of the Year; Brian Bishop, 2023 Man of the Year; and Lisa Bishop, wife of this year's recipient.
A familiar voice to listeners of the radio stations in Vidalia and the 2018 Man of the Year came home back to Vidalia Tuesday night to announce the name of the
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On April 20, 2024, Toombs County High School’s freshman bass fishing duo, AJ Bagby and Clayton Williams, showcased their angling skills at the GHSA Lake Hartwell Bass Tournament. Competing against a field of 247 boats, AJ and Clayton secured a commendable 26th place finish by catching a five-bass
...The Vidalia Indians will begin spring football practice on Monday, May 6, at the Charles Wood Field practice facility to prepare for the 2024 football season. The Indians will practice for ten consecutive days, concluding with the annual spring scrimmage on Friday, May 17, at Buck Cravey Field.
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GREENVILLE, Ala. – The final round of the Southern States Athletic Conference Championship concluded on Wednesday for the Brewton-Parker Men’s Golf program.
The Barons wrapped up the three-day tournament in eighth out of nine teams at RTJ Cambrian Ridge in Greenville, Ala. As a team, BPC improved
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The Vidalia High School Golf Teams combined to win the 1st Annual “Rivalry Cup held Tuesday at Brazell’s Creek Golf Course in Reidsville.
The inaugural “Ryder Cup” style event came down to a two-hole playoff between the Indian’s Austin Mosley and Toombs County’s Vic Moore after the regular matches
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In a ceremony held on Monday, April 22, 2024, senior bass team standout Gracie Landrum celebrated a significant milestone in her career. Surrounded by family, friends, and teammates at Toombs County High School, Gracie proudly signed her letter of intent to continue her passion for bass fishing at
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WEST POINT, Ga. – Brewton-Parker Baseball returned to West Point, Ga. on Tuesday afternoon to resume play in the third contest of the SSAC series at (RV) Point (Ga.) which was halted on Saturday due to weather as well as poor playing conditions.
The Barons (18-26, 10-17 SSAC) downed the Skyhawks
...April 22-- Here are the latest sports schedules and scores for the week.
Monday, April 22
Baseball: Braves 3, Marlins 0
Tuesday, April 23
Baseball: Braves 5, Marlins 0
Baconton Charter 5, Treutlen 2 & Baconton Charter 15, Treutlen 0 (GHSA Class A Division II First Round State Playoffs)
Toombs
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RTCA 7 Memorial 1
The Crusaders traveled to Savannah to play Memorial day school Monday and behind the pitching of Britton Tabor came away with a 7-1 win in game 1 of the 3 game series. Tabor pitched 6 and 2/3 innings giving up 1 earned run and 4 hits while striking out 13. The offense was also
The Toombs County Bulldogs Baseball team ended their season with a commanding 10-5 victory against the Metter Tigers this past Tuesday night.
The Tigers initially took the lead, when a Tiger doubled to score the opening run. However, the Bulldogs quickly responded, snatching the lead in the bottom
...The Ohoppee Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the Treutlen County Library, 585 Second Street, Soperton.
Please RSVP by April 29 to NancyAnne Conner at 706-612-4020 (This email address is being protected from spambots.
...To stay in-the-know during the 2024 Vidalia Onion Festival, you can use this QR code to scan and go to the Vidalia Onion Festival website, or you can download the VOF app from your phone's app store. Either way, it's quick, easy, and you'll have all the latest info on the festival literally within the
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