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Jefferson County Teacher Charged With School Thefts
A 23-year-veteran educator at Jefferson County High School was arrested last week after allegedly taking school equipment and vehicles.
Mitchell Vaughn, a special education teacher, has been charged with 3 counts of felony burglary in the second degree, and 3 counts of felony theft by taking.
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- Newsbreak | | 13 February 2026 | 14:38
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Jeff Davis County Schools React to Threatening Social Media Post
Following a social media post of a threatening nature Thursday, the Jeff Davis County Schools created one of their own to let the public know the situation had been properly and effectively managed.
The school system said that a student posted a message on social media after school hours, and as
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- Newsbreak | | 13 February 2026 | 14:36
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Sen. Tillery's Plan to Cut Georgia's Income Tax Passes Senate
This week, Sen. Blake Tillery’s (R–Vidalia) plan to eliminate the state income tax for two-thirds of Georgians, reduce the tax rate for the other third by over $5,000, and eventually eliminate the state income tax for everyone passed the Georgia Senate. Georgia families and small businesses will get tax
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- Newsbreak | | 13 February 2026 | 10:29
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Today's Top Stories From ABC News - February 13th
THE 2026 WINTER OLYMPICS
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Never has a bronze medal seemed more like gold. American cross-country skier Jessie Diggins powered through the agony of a rib injury she suffered in a previous event to take third place in Thursday’s 10-kilometer interval-start freestyle race at the Winter Olympics in Italy.- Information
- Newsbreak | | 13 February 2026 | 07:42
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Businesses Recognized for "Keep It Clean Vidalia" Dedication
Vidalia Mayor Doug Roper and representatives of Handy Andy Home Warehouse and Popeye's restaurant
For several months, a group of concerned citizens in Vidalia has been working hard to draw attention to the unsightliness of litter in the Sweet Onion City. In addition to physically picking up trash
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- Newsbreak | | 12 February 2026 | 14:50
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Tillery Tops $3 Million in Bid for Lt. Governor
Tax-Cutting Conservative Trounces His Republican Opponents in Recent fundraising Reports
Conservative Republican Blake Tillery has emerged as the clear frontrunner for Lt. Governor with the latest fundraising data. Tillery raised more than $2.1 million during this most recent cycle, bringing his
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- Newsbreak | | 11 February 2026 | 14:52
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Emanuel County Grand Jury Returns Indictments
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The Emanuel County Grand Jury returned several true bills of indictment on Monday of this week and among those indicted was a former Swainsboro High School teacher for having inappropriate contact with a student or students. Angel Oliver was arrested in November of last year on
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- Newsbreak | | 11 February 2026 | 14:50
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Former Johnson County Coach Sentenced to Prison
The former Johnson County high school and middle school coach that was arrested on November 16, 2024, at his residence in Laurens County and charged with multiple counts of improper sexual conduct had his day in court Wednesday and was given a long sentence to serve in confinement and an even
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- Newsbreak | | 11 February 2026 | 14:43
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Altamaha EMC Scam Alert
...SCAM ALERT FROM ALTAMAHA EMC:"We have received several reports of individuals going door-to-door in our service area falsely claiming to represent Altamaha EMC. These individuals are telling members that Altamaha EMC does not have enough generation to supply electricity to the area and that members- Information
- Newsbreak | | 11 February 2026 | 11:32
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Lady Barons Down Fillies
The Brewton-Parker Christian University Lady Barons downed the Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Fillies in a thrilling Southern States Athletic Conference showdown on February 12, 2026, taking down the Fillies 85-72.
The Lady Barons seized control with a 30-14 opening quarter, led by hot
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- Sportsbreak | | 13 February 2026 | 08:18
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Bulldogs Battle in Hard-Fought Pitchers’ Duel with Dublin
The Toombs County Varsity Bulldogs put together a strong, competitive performance Tuesday night in a tight 3–1 pitchers’ duel against Dublin. In a game defined by outstanding pitching on both sides, the Bulldogs stayed within striking distance until the final inning.
Ty Hutchinson turned in an
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- Sportsbreak | | 13 February 2026 | 08:14
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Lady Indians Secure Top Seed
The Vidalia Lady Indians have officially claimed the top spot in the region, improving to a spectacular regular season run with a perfect 10-0 region record and a 16-6 overall standing. The team’s recent momentum began on February 3rd with a gritty come-from-behind victory against Tattnall County.
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- Sportsbreak | | 12 February 2026 | 08:33
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Indians Clinch with Rivalry Win Over Toombs County
The Vidalia Indians delivered when it mattered most Tuesday night, defeating rival Toombs County 46-39 to secure their 20th win of the season and claim the Regular Season Region Title.
In a physical, defensive battle that lived up to the rivalry, the Indians relied on toughness, rebounding, and
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- Sportsbreak | | 12 February 2026 | 08:20
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Former VHS Lady Indians off to Great Starts to Softball Season
Starr Nabs SoCon Pitcher Of The Week Honors
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- Sportsbreak | | 10 February 2026 | 16:15
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Three VHS Wrestlers Qualify for GHSA State Tournament
Three wrestlers have earned their place on the biggest stage in Georgia high school wrestling.
Messiah Salem (130 lbs), Alexander Muzafaraov (157 lbs), and Cayleb Sanford (165 lbs) have officially qualified for the GHSA State Wrestling Tournament, an achievement that reflects months of
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- Sportsbreak | | 09 February 2026 | 14:18
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Barons Win Two of Three of Inaugural Season Home Opener
The Brewton-Parker Christian University Barons women’s flag football team opened its inaugural season by hosting three teams on February 7, 2026. The Barons grabbed two wins, taking down LaGrange University with a dominating 26-0 performance, and followed it up with another massive win over Andrew
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- Sportsbreak | | 09 February 2026 | 14:04
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Sports & Scores This Week (2-9-26)
February 9- Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week.
Monday, February 9
Baseball: Vidalia 12, Dodge County 2
Basketball: Brantley County 57, Montgomery County 47 Boys
Soccer: Vidalia 10, Johnson 0 Girls & Johnson 3, Vidalia 2 Boys
Tuesday, February 10
Basketball: Vidalia 61, Toombs
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- Sportsbreak | | 09 February 2026 | 08:29
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Toombs County Baseball Powers Past Bacon County, 12–3
The Toombs County Bulldogs had things clicking Tuesday night as they rolled past Bacon County, 12–3, behind a big night at the plate from Nick Carroll.
Carroll showed great patience, reaching base three times on walks and coming through with key RBIs to help the Bulldogs take control early.
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- Sportsbreak | | 06 February 2026 | 09:03
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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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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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Toombs GOP Meetings
The Toombs County GOP meetings are held each second Tuesday of every month at Hardware Pizza in Lyons beginning at 6:00 p.m.
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Sexual Assault Support Group Every Thursday
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- Community Event | | 31 December 2019 | 16:07
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Obituaries
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Mrs. Kay Kaiser, Statesboro
Mrs. Kay Kaiser, age 67, of Statesboro, died Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at her home following an extended illness. She was a native of Montgomery County, growing up in Higgston, and she attended Montgomery County High School. She briefly lived in Savannah before moving to Statesboro forty years... - Information
- Obituary | | 12 February 2026 | 12:52
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Mr. Gilbert Y. Anderson, English Eddy Community
Mr. Gilbert Y. Anderson, age 99, of the English Eddy Community, died Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Meadows Park Health & Rehab in Vidalia after a brief illness. He was a native of Toombs County, grew up in the Toombs Central Community, and attended Johnson Corner School. He was a U.S. Army... - Information
- Obituary | | 11 February 2026 | 14:04
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Mrs. Frankie "Fran" Phillips Sharpe, Vidalia
Mrs. Frankie "Fran" Phillips Sharpe, age 87, of Vidalia, died Monday, February 9, 2026, at Community Hospice House in Vidalia following a brief illness. She was a native of Treutlen County and was a graduate of Soperton High School, Class of 1957. She moved to Liberty County in 1986 and then to... - Information
- Obituary | | 10 February 2026 | 07:04
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Mrs. Glenda Register August, Vidalia
Mrs. Glenda Register August, age 83, of Vidalia, died Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia. She was a native of Toombs County and a 1961 graduate of Vidalia High School. She lived in Vidalia until moving to Bibb County in 1986, returning to Vidalia in 2010... - Information
- Obituary | | 09 February 2026 | 07:38
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Shelby Jean Mimbs Miller, Uvalda
Shelby Jean Mimbs Miller, age 80, of Uvalda, died Friday, February 6, 2026, at Hazlehurst Court Care and Rehab Center in Hazlehurst following as extended illness. She was born on February 22, 1945 in Treutlen County. Her father was a sharecropper, and she grew up in and around Treutlen County. She later... - Information
- Obituary | | 08 February 2026 | 14:00
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Mr. Charles Wayne Gladden
Mr. Charles Wayne Gladden, age 78, died Friday, February 6, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia after an extended illness. He was born on November 17, 1947 in Konawa, Oklahoma and was a 1965 graduate Konawa High School where he played football did track and field. He worked many years in... - Information
- Obituary | | 07 February 2026 | 12:48
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Mr. Mackey A. Hill, Sr., Mt. Vernon
Mr. Mackey A. Hill, Sr., age 75, of Mt. Vernon, died Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia following an extended illness. He was a native of Wheeler County, growing up in Glenwood and lived there until moving to Montgomery County in the early 1960s. He was a 1968... - Information
- Obituary | | 06 February 2026 | 07:14
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Ms. Rhonda Jean Coleman, Vidalia
Rhonda Jean Coleman, born December 6, 1962, in Vidalia, Georgia, left this earth for her Heavenly home on February 3, 2026. Throughout her life, Rhonda shared her beautiful voice to glorify God and touched countless lives with her kindness and generosity. She worked as a medical transcriptionist,... - Information
- Obituary | | 05 February 2026 | 09:18
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Master Lennox James Harris
Lennox James Harris, infant son of Dillon Harris and Nicole Clark Harris, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, January 31, 2026. In addition to his parents, Lennox is survived by his maternal grandparents, Meg and David Clarke; paternal grandparents, Rita and Jonathan NeeSmith; special great-aunt...- Information
- Obituary | | 05 February 2026 | 08:56
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Church Calendar
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March 15--Women's Day Program in Vidalia
March 15--East Park Church of God in Christ, 711 4th & Washington Street in Vidalia, invites you to their Women's Day Program, March 15th at 3:00 with guest speaker Apostle Dr. Cynthia Reynolds of New Church in Prayer in Glennville. Theme: Planted in God's Word. Rooted to Grow. (Colossians 2:6-7) Colors: White or Ivory attire. Host Pastor Supt. James & Lady Monique McRae. - Information
- Church Event | | 11 February 2026 | 12:07
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February 22--Church Celebration
February 22--The First African Missionary Baptist Church family cordially invites you to a Church Celebration, Sunday February 22nd at 3:00 with special guest Dr. Carl Anthony Wardlaw and the Green Grove Missionary Baptist Church family of Dublin. Dinner served. Come and be Blessed. Pastor and Sister Carl Wardlaw, Jr.- Information
- Church Event | | 11 February 2026 | 11:57
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February 21--Women's Day Program in Vidalia
February 21--New Life in Christ Ministries Church, 208 Meadowbrook Street in Vidalia, invites you to their Annual Women’s Day Program, Saturday February 21st at 10:00 with speaker Minister Lataureus Ryals. Theme: “Her Story, God’s Glory” If you would like you can wear red clothing. - Information
- Church Event | | 09 February 2026 | 09:47
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February 28--Gospel Sing in Glenwood
February 28--Snowhill Community Church in Glenwood would like you to come to their Gospel Sing, Saturday February 28th at 7:00 featuring Dwayne Hudson & Revival. Come expecting a blessing. - Information
- Church Event | | 03 February 2026 | 09:39
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February 14--Gospel Sing in Lyons!
February 14--You're invited to a free Gospel Sing hosted by The Heartfelt Quartet and featuring The Bunkley’s from South Carolina, Saturday February 14th at The Blue Marquee Theater, 121 North Street in Lyons at 6:00. - Information
- Church Event | | 03 February 2026 | 09:31
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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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