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Gun Found in Student Vehicle at Tattnall County High School; All Secured
Tattnall County High School took an initiative-taking approach to ensuring the safety of its students and staff Tuesday morning by conducting a scheduled preventive lockdown. In conjunction with law enforcement in Tatnall County, school officials say the coordinated effort was part of an ongoing
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- Newsbreak | | 23 September 2025 | 13:12
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Complex Emergency Call Ends Well in Candler County
The Candler County Sheriff’s Office is reporting a positive ending to a situation that could have easily gone in the other direction.
Candler County deputies, firefighters, and paramedics all worked together Friday on a what the Candler County Sheriff’s Office is describing as a “complex call”
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- Newsbreak | | 22 September 2025 | 15:23
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Law Enforcement Responds to TCMS After Ammunition Found in Bathroom
The faculty and staff of Toombs County Middle School in Lyons enacted its emergency protocol Friday and implemented a soft lock down as a precautionary measure.
Law enforcement was called to do a search of the school after a box of small-caliber ammunition was found in the boys’ bathroom on the 8th
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- Newsbreak | | 22 September 2025 | 15:21
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GBI Investigating Shooting in Claxton
At the request of the Evans County Sheriff’s Office, GBI agents are investigating a shooting incident in Claxton, Georgia.
The preliminary information indicates that on September 17, 2025, at about 2:25 p.m., the Evans County Sheriff’s Office responded to Church Street in Claxton, Evans County, GA,
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- Newsbreak | | 19 September 2025 | 14:29
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Candler County Deputies Respond in Force to 911 Call
The Candler County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that multiple deputies responded quickly to a frantic 911 call at the Candler County Schools Athletic Complex around 7:00 Wednesday evening. Utilizing 911 technology, deputies discovered that the incident involved juveniles. Law officers secured the
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- Newsbreak | | 19 September 2025 | 14:28
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
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Powell, Chance – Vidalia – Theft by Receiving Stolen Property; Resisting Arrest; Possession of Drug-Related Objects.
Mackey, Terrell Dejon – Dublin – Warrant Served (Dublin Police Department).
Taylor, Jonathan Wade – Lyons – Warrant Served- Information
- Newsbreak | | 19 September 2025 | 10:15
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Commissioners Approve '25-'26 Budget for Emanuel County
by John Wagner, RadioJones, LLC
The Emanuel County Board meeting opened with an item the Commissioners feel strongly about. They re-announced the upcoming vacancy on Hospital Authority Board. County Administrator Guy Singletary says they are hoping to send three names to the hospital
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- Newsbreak | | 19 September 2025 | 09:22
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Telfair County EMA Arrested
The GBI and the Telfair County Sheriff’s Office have arrested and charged James Richard Joines Jr., age 56, of McRae-Helena, with one count of Misdemeanor Theft by Taking and one count of Felony Interference with Government Property. Joines was arrested and taken into custody at the Telfair County
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- Newsbreak | | 18 September 2025 | 13:26
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Reidsville Council Postpones Decision on Former Assistant Chief of Police
After a two-hour executive session, the future of the association of former Reidsville Assistant Chief of Police Jermaine Snell with the City of Reidsville is still unsettled.
Tuesday night, the Reidsville City Council entered a closed session to discuss personnel and possible litigation, which
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- Newsbreak | | 17 September 2025 | 15:04
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Sportsbreak
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JRT Chiefs Cross Country Teams Continue to Build on a Strong Season
Zoey Achenbach, Janie Beck, Ginny Meredith (Left to Right)
The JR Trippe Middle School Cross Country teams ran two meets last week and continued to build on a strong season. Despite missing a few runners this week, the Chiefs are looking fit and primed for the Region Meet on October 1.
At the
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- Sportsbreak | | 23 September 2025 | 08:15
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Toombs County Varsity Bulldogs Defeat Metter Varsity Tigers Behind Quintero’s Clutch Performance
(Kyla Gay)
Natalie Quintero drove in five runs on two hits to power Toombs County Varsity Bulldogs past Metter Varsity Tigers 9-5 on Wednesday. Quintero smashed a three-run home run to center field in the second inning and later added a two-run single in the sixth.
Toombs County struck first in
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- Sportsbreak | | 22 September 2025 | 15:19
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Vidalia Indians Cross Country Team Shines at Bulldog Dash
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(Wyatt Vassey and Emilynn Campbell - Photo Credits Pop-Pop's Photos)
The Vidalia Indians Cross Country team turned in a gritty performance at the Toombs County Bulldog Invitational—better known as the Bulldog Dash—on Thursday, September 18, proving their mettle on the demanding 5K course at Toombs
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- Sportsbreak | | 22 September 2025 | 08:46
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Sports & Scores This Week (9-22-25)
September 22--Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week
Monday, September 22
Softball: Toombs County 3, ECI 1
Treutlen 10, McIntosh County Academy 0
Jenkins County 13, Montgomery County 4
RTCA 9, Brentwood Academy 5
CCA 20, Vidalia Heritage Academy 0
Baseball: Braves 11, Nationals 5
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- Sportsbreak | | 22 September 2025 | 07:51
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Vikings Knock Off Top Ten Wilcox County
A large homecoming crowd saw the Treutlen Vikings take down a top ten team in the state in the Wilcox County Patriots by a score of 17 – 12 Friday night at Bobby Driggers Stadium in Soperton. It was the first victory over the Patriots for the Vikings since 2005.
Neither team could get their offense
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- Sportsbreak | | 21 September 2025 | 11:01
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Georgia's Friday Night Lights High School Scoreboard
High School Scoreboard – September 19th
Class A – Division I
14 Crisp Co. "Cougars" @ Swainsboro "Tigers" 21 F
21 Tattnall Co. "Battle Creek Warriors" @ Savannah Country Day "Hornets" 34 F
13 Jefferson Co. "Warriors" @ Dublin "Fighting Irish" 42 F
27 East Laurens "Falcons" @ Dodge Co. "Indians" 46
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- Sportsbreak | | 19 September 2025 | 10:47
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Bulldogs Dominate Indians 59-7 on Homecoming Night
The PIT was rocking Friday night as the Toombs County Bulldogs put on a show for their homecoming crowd, storming past the Charlton County Indians in a 59-7 rout. The Bulldogs wasted no time setting the tone, using explosive plays on offense and a suffocating “Red Bullet” defense to put the game out of
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- Sportsbreak | | 17 September 2025 | 06:45
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Vidalia High School Cross Country Team Shines at South Georgia Championship
The Vidalia High School Indians cross country team delivered an outstanding performance at the South Georgia Championship on September 11, 2025, showcasing their talent and depth against a competitive field of 23 teams.
The boys’ varsity squad secured a strong fourth-place finish out of 23 teams,
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- Sportsbreak | | 15 September 2025 | 12:21
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Barons Compete at UNG XC Invitational
Brewton-Parker Christian University saw the men's and women's Cross Country teams compete at the University of North Georgia XC Invitational on September 12, 2025. The Barons men's team placed seventh out of 15 teams in the race, and the women's team was short of members and only had four runners.
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- Sportsbreak | | 15 September 2025 | 12:14
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Community Calendar
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Gentle Yoga For Stressed Out Moms
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- Community Event | | 22 September 2025 | 10:46
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Toombs County Retired Educators Association Meeting
The Toombs County Retired Educators Association will meet on Thursday, October 2, at 10:30 in the Dr. Mark and Tonya Spivey Library on Jackson Street in Vidalia.
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- Community Event | | 19 September 2025 | 13:54
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Ohoopee Soil and Water Conservation District Meeting
The Ohoopee Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Treutlen County Library, 585 Second Street in Soperton.
Please RSVP by September 24, to NancyAnne Conner at 706-612-4020 (This email address is being protected from
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- Community Event | | 16 September 2025 | 12:04
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Obituaries
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Mr. Herman F. “Bo” Meeks, Center Community
Mr. Herman F. “Bo” Meeks, age 74, of the Center Community, died Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia following an extended illness. He was born on January 16, 1951 in Lyons, to the late Carlos Lamar Meeks and Evelyn Farmer Meeks. He lived in Toombs County and the... - Information
- Obituary | | 21 September 2025 | 15:27
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Mr. Tracy Lewis Shiplett, Vidalia
Mr. Tracy Lewis Shiplett, age 59, of Vidalia, died Friday, September 19, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was a native of Montgomery County and lived near Vidalia all of his life. He was a 1984 graduate of Vidalia High School and a 1987 graduate of Abraham Baldwin Agricultural... - Information
- Obituary | | 21 September 2025 | 10:17
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Mrs. Ruby White Knabb, Rock Springs Community
Mrs. Ruby White Knabb, age 88, of the Rock Springs Community, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025, into the arms of Jesus at her daughter’s residence following an extended illness. She was a native of Toombs County and lived in Rock Springs most of her life. She was a homemaker and attended... - Information
- Obituary | | 21 September 2025 | 10:15
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Mr. Danny Lloyd Jones, Jr., Lyons
Mr. Danny Lloyd Jones, Jr. “Hamburger”, age 46, of Lyons, died Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at his home with his family, following an extended illness. He was a lifelong resident of Lyons, a mechanic for Peabody Harrell Motors and Sell Em All Motors and drove a skid steer for Rowland Logging. Danny... - Information
- Obituary | | 18 September 2025 | 07:18
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Mr. Harry Patton Gillis, Soperton
Graveside services for Mr. Harry Patton Gillis were held Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM in Westview Cemetery in Soperton with Reverend Gilbert Posey officiating. Mr. Gillis died Monday, September 15, 2025 at Treutlen Health and Rehab in Soperton. Mr. Gillis, 80, was the son of the late... - Information
- Obituary | | 17 September 2025 | 12:43
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Miss Melanie Erin Clift
“ In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace that he lavished on us. With all wisdom and understanding, he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in Christ, to be put into... - Information
- Obituary | | 16 September 2025 | 09:39
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Mr. Freeman Thomas Hand, Hazlehurst
Mr. Freeman Thomas Hand, age 66, of Hazlehurst, passed away Friday, September 12, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his two eldest daughters and grandchildren, following an extended illness. He was a lifelong resident of Hazlehurst as well as a diesel mechanic, working for Atlantic Coastal... - Information
- Obituary | | 13 September 2025 | 10:16
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Mr. Curtis Vaughn, Lyons
Mr. Curtis Vaughn, age 94, of Lyons, died Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia following an extended illness. He was a native of Emanuel County and grew up in the Pendleton Springs Community. He was a graduate of Oak Park High School, Class of 1948 and later moved to... - Information
- Obituary | | 11 September 2025 | 09:45
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Bertha Mae Brown
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Bertha Mae Brown, who left this world on September 2, 2025, at the age of 82. She was born on August 23, 1944, in Montgomery County Georgia to the late Charlie and Bertha Bullion Hill. She was preceded in death by four... - Information
- Obituary | | 10 September 2025 | 08:59
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Church Calendar
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September 27--Gospel Concert in Vidalia
September 27--Vidalia Baptist Temple, 407 Slayton Street, would like you to come to an inspiring Gospel Concert featuring The Ferguson Family, September 27th at 6:00. #GospelConcert #VidaliaEvents #FamilyMusic - Information
- Church Event | | 23 September 2025 | 17:44
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October 3--Women on the Move in Vidalia
October 3--The Women's Department of East Park Church of God in Christ, 711 4th and Washington Streets, invites you to "Women on the Move", October 3rd at 7:30 with Dist. Missionary April Green of East Park Church of God in Vidalia. Wear Black. Hosted by Lady Monique McRae.- Information
- Church Event | | 22 September 2025 | 12:07
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October 27-November 2--Pastor's Appreciation in Vidalia
October 27-November 2--East Park Church of God in Christ, 711 4th & Washington Street in Vidalia, would like you to come to the 35th Annual Appreciation for Pastor Supt. James & Lady Monique McRae, Monday October 27th through October 31st at 7:30 each night. Also, November 2nd at 3:00. Different speakers. - Information
- Church Event | | 22 September 2025 | 11:52
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October 4--Clothing Giveaway in Vidalia
October 4--The Outreach Ministry of New Life In Christ Ministries, 208 Meadowbrook Street in Vidalia, invites you to their Clothes Closet Give Away, Saturday October 4th from 8:00 to 12:00. Come browse clothing and shoes for men and women. Children's items for back-to-school. Coats & jackets. Household items and more.- Information
- Church Event | | 22 September 2025 | 11:50
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October 25--Praise Party in Mt. Vernon
October 25--Mt. Vernon Pentecostal Church, 1802 North Railroad Avenue in Mt. Vernon, would like everyone to come to their free 20th Annual Praise Party, Saturday October 25th at 5:00. Food, Chili dogs, nachos, boiled peanuts and goodies! Games, approximately 20 booths with games for all ages. Bouncy houses, photo booth and more. - Information
- Church Event | | 19 September 2025 | 09:44
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October 25--Fall Festival in Vidalia
October 25--North Thompson Baptist Church, 404 North Thompson Church Road in Vidalia, would like you to come to their free Fall Festival, October 25th from 3:00 to 6:00. Bounce house, maze, chili, prizes, games, food and more. To enter the Chili Contest call Holly 912-245-7344 or Danna 912-293-4442.- Information
- Church Event | | 19 September 2025 | 09:38
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September 27--Church Yard Sale in Lyons
September 27--New Beginnings Church of God, 454 Northwest Broad Street in Lyons, would like you to come browse their Church Yard Sale, September 27th from 8:00 until.- Information
- Church Event | | 18 September 2025 | 11:50
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September 27--Benefit Fish Fry in Vidalia
September 27--East Park Church of God in Christ, 711 4th & Washington Street in Vidalia, needs your help for their Fish Fry Fundraiser, September 27th at 11:00. Each plate is $15 and all proceeds will fund their church renovation. All donations are welcomed! Delivery available. More info: 912-326-1491 - Information
- Church Event | | 17 September 2025 | 09:49
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September 22-24--Fall Revival in Soperton
September 22-24--Zaidee Advent Christian Church, five miles east of Soperton at 5327 Old Louisville Road off Highway 46, invites you to their Fall Revival, September 22nd through September 24th at 7:30 each nights. Speakers include Pastor Clint Hutcheson of Vidalia Advent Christian Church, Pastor M.L. Barber of Iron Hill Advent Christian Church, and Pastor Morris Brantley of Holton Chapel Advent Christian Church.- Information
- Church Event | | 16 September 2025 | 11:45
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