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Gov. Kemp Signs Reduction of Counties in Danger of Wildfire But City Mandate Remains in Effect
Governor Brian Kemp rescinded an executive order Tuesday amending the State of Emergency for Georgia wildfires. On April 22, he had declared 91 counties under the order and that has now reduced it to 17 counties including Appling, Jeff Davis counties in this area and as well as the counties of
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- Newsbreak | | 06 May 2026 | 14:46
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Arrests Made Following Block Party in McRae-Helena
***THE FOLLOWING IS A PRESS RELEASE FROM THE GEORGIA BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION****
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The GBI has arrested and charged Jermaine Lamont Robinson, age 23, of McRae-Helena, GA, and Xavier Noel Johnson Orozco, age 24, of Cochran, GA, in connection with a shooting in McRae-Helena, GA,
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- Newsbreak | | 06 May 2026 | 14:40
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Blount, Dashaun C. – Lyons – Battery.
Lytle, Timothy Eugene – Jackson, GA – Public Drunkenness.
Doyle, Dayon Jamari – Vidalia – Battery; Criminal Trespass.
Toombs County Sheriff’s Office reports the following arrests:
No report provided.
The
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- Newsbreak | | 06 May 2026 | 13:27
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Toombs County Schools receives Award of Distinction
Toombs County Schools has once again been recognized by the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts with the Award of Distinction for Excellent Financial Reporting for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
This marks the third consecutive year Toombs County Schools has earned the prestigious
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- Newsbreak | | 06 May 2026 | 12:27
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Vehicle Accidents Claim Lives of Multiple Area Residents
Tragedies have struck the area hard the last few days with multiple families grieving after losing loved ones in automobile accidents.
The Georgia State Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle accident in East Dublin that occurred late Sunday night when a vehicle driven by a man from Milan failed to
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- Newsbreak | | 05 May 2026 | 14:49
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SDM Students of the Month
Sally D. Meadows Elementary School has selected its Students of the Month of April . These students do a great job of representing our PBIS motto and schoolwide expectations: Be Respectful and Value Everyone! and are examples of how to Walk the Brave Way!
Back Row (left to right): Waylon Coleman,
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- Newsbreak | | 04 May 2026 | 12:12
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Toombs County Development Authority Announces Donation Award to SECCA
The Toombs County Development Authority was pleased to award a $10,000 donation to Southeastern Early College and Career Academy (SECCA) in recognition of SECCA as an outstanding partner in community economic development in general, and of SECCA’s positive impact on local workforce development
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- Newsbreak | | 04 May 2026 | 08:57
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34th Annual Southeast Georgia Soapbox Derby Held
May 3rd—After rain postponed the races on Saturday, the 34th Annual Southeast Georgia Soap Box Derby was held Sunday at Derby Hill at Partin Park in Lyons. A total of 30 cars competed in the Stock, Super Stock and the Masters Divisions for an opportunity to race in the Soap Box Derby World
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- Newsbreak | | 03 May 2026 | 17:31
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Parker, Dashunta Amhad – Lyons – Battery.
Florez, Ramiro – Vidalia – Theft by Shoplifting.
Ricks, Monica Cheneak – Vidalia – Criminal Trespass; Obstruction.
Flores Betancourt, David – Mount Vernon – Expired Driver’s License; Driving Without License on
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- Newsbreak | | 01 May 2026 | 09:54
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Sportsbreak
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Toombs County Athletes Sign Letters of Intent
(Tyson Brantley Signs to Wrestle at Southeastern University in Lakeland, Fl,)
(Alivia Patrick Signs to Play Volleyball at BPCU)
(Lucas Coley Signs to Wrestle at BPCU)
(Jasmine Villegas Signs to Wrestle at Life University)
(Courtesy of Toombs County Athletics)
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- Sportsbreak | | 06 May 2026 | 08:10
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Vidalia Indians Boys Tennis Caps Strong Season with Sweet 16 Appearance
The Vidalia Indians boys tennis team put together an outstanding season this spring, finishing as Region Runner-Up and advancing to the Sweet 16 in the GHSA State Playoffs.
The Indians earned their spot in the region championship with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Swainsboro. Vidalia’s depth
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- Sportsbreak | | 05 May 2026 | 13:15
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Sports & Scores This Week (5-4-26)
May 4-- Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week.
Monday, May 4
Baseball: Mariners 5, Braves 4
Track: Vidalia & Toombs County 10:00am Sectionals Meet at Bleckley County
Montgomery County & Treutlen 10:00am Sectionals Meet at Bryan County
Tuesday, May 5
Baseball: Braves 3, Mariners 2
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- Sportsbreak | | 04 May 2026 | 08:06
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Indians Sweep Model to Advance to Elite Eight
The Vidalia Indians delivered a complete performance in their Sweet 16 matchup, sweeping the Model Blue Devils in two games at Greg James Field to punch their ticket to the Elite Eight.
Game 1: Vidalia 2, Model 0
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- Sportsbreak | | 01 May 2026 | 13:03
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Toombs County Track & Field Update
Sectional Qualifiers Announcement
The following Toombs County athletes competed in the Region Meet at Groves High School and qualified for the Sectional Meet next Saturday, May 2nd at Bleckley County High School!
⯑ Qualifiers
RJ Langston — Shot Put
Dax Nobles — Shot Put
Deon Moore — Relay Team
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- Sportsbreak | | 29 April 2026 | 09:27
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Barons Sweep Night Hawks
The Brewton-Parker Christian University (BPCU) Barons baseball team hosted the Night Hawks of Thomas University in a conference doubleheader on April 24, 2026. The Barons completed the series sweep to clinch the eighth seed for the conference playoffs. Game one saw the Barons walk it off with an RBI
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- Sportsbreak | | 28 April 2026 | 08:08
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Bulldogs Fall in Playoff Thriller at 3rd Annual Toombs/Vidalia Ryder Cup
(Left to right: Anzley Bryant, Anni Thursby, Jean Peterson, Sarah Ellis Walker)
The Toombs County High School golf teams looked to defend their title last week as they faced Vidalia High School in the 3rd Annual Toombs/Vidalia Ryder Cup, a two-day match play event featuring a scramble format on day
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- Sportsbreak | | 28 April 2026 | 08:04
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VHS GOLF TEAMS WIN AREA
Congratulations to the Vidalia High School Boys and Girls golf team for clinching back-to-back championships! We embarked on a journey to Commerce with determination and triumphantly achieved our objective! The boys' outstanding performance was spearheaded by Tucker Reynolds with an impressive 76 and
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- Sportsbreak | | 28 April 2026 | 07:56
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Indians Capture Track & Field Region Championship I
The Vidalia High School Indians track and field team delivered a commanding performance to capture the A-Region 3 Championship, showcasing both elite individual talent and impressive team depth as they prepare for the next stage of postseason competition.
Leading the way for the Indians was Tyler
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- Sportsbreak | | 27 April 2026 | 08:54
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Community Calendar
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National Day of Prayer May 7th
The National Day of Prayer will be observed on Thursday, May 7, at Connection Church, 1613 Meadows Lane in Vidalia.
This year, there will be three observances: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.; 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.; and 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
The Theme for this year's National Day of Prayer is "Glorify God
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- Community Event | | 07 April 2026 | 13:46
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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. Lamar Cook, Ailey
Lamar Cook was born on January 16, 1948, in Ailey, Georgia, to the late Andrew Jackson Cook and Marie McCloud Cook. He was the youngest of eight children. He peacefully transitioned on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Dublin, Georgia. He received his education through the... - Information
- Obituary | | 06 May 2026 | 12:30
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Mr. Thomas “Ram” Randolph O’Neal, Vidalia
Mr. Thomas “Ram” Randolph O’Neal, age 93, of Vidalia, died Monday, May 4, 2026, at his home following an extended illness. He was born on December 21, 1932 to the late William Henry O’Neal and Ethel Wilder O’Neal. He was a native of Toombs County, growing up in the Toombs Central Community and... - Information
- Obituary | | 05 May 2026 | 17:04
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Mr. Eugene Arnold Coleman, Adrian
Funeral services for Mr. Eugene Arnold Coleman of Adrian, GA will be held Friday, May 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Chapel of Higgs Funeral Home in Soperton. Reverend Jack Stafford will officiate. Mr. Coleman died April 25, 2026 at his home. Mr. Coleman, 60, was the son of the late Isaac McLendon and... - Information
- Obituary | | 04 May 2026 | 13:22
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Mr. Kelvin Rauton, South Thompson Community
Mr. Kelvin Rauton, age 60, of the South Thompson Community, died Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia following an extended illness. He was a native of Toombs County and was a 1983 graduate of Lyons Senior High School. He was in the grocery business all of his life,... - Information
- Obituary | | 04 May 2026 | 07:28
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Mr. Billy “Bill” Andrew Braddy, Vidalia
Mr. Billy “Bill” Andrew Braddy, age 93, of Vidalia, died Saturday, May 2, 2026, at The Oaks Bethany Vidalia following an extended illness. He was a native of Toombs County and lived in Vidalia most of his life. He was born on January 25, 1933, to the late Millard Andrew Braddy and Carrie Elizabeth... - Information
- Obituary | | 03 May 2026 | 08:12
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Mrs. Alicia Clark Hartley, Glenwood
Mrs. Alicia Clark Hartley, age 52, of Glenwood, met her Savior on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, after injuries received in an automobile accident in Treutlen County. She was a native of Wheeler County, growing up in Alamo, and lived near Glenwood most of her life. She was a 1992 graduate of Wheeler... - Information
- Obituary | | 02 May 2026 | 09:51
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Mrs. Kathy Connell Tippins, Baxley
Mrs. Kathy Connell Tippins, age 70, of Baxley, GA died Wednesday, April 29, 2026. She was born on Jan 18, 1956, in Jacksonville, Florida, the daughter of the late Leroy Connell and Cleomon McLeod Connell. Kathy lived most of her life in Baxley, GA. She was retired from Georgia Department of... - Information
- Obituary | | 01 May 2026 | 13:03
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Mrs. Patricia Diane Collins Woods, Lyons
Mrs. Patricia Diane Collins Woods, age 73, of Lyons, died Sunday, April 26, 2026, at The Oaks Bethany in Vidalia following an extended illness. She was born on October 30, 1952, in Amarillo, Texas to the late Jack Dillard Collins and Phyllis Marie Gregg Collins. As a child, the family moved to... - Information
- Obituary | | 01 May 2026 | 12:17
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Mr. Edward Clifton "Ed" Hightower, Vidalia
Mr. Edward Clifton “Ed” Hightower, age 93, of Vidalia, died, Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby, North Carolina. He was born in Tarrytown on August 21, 1932 to the late Charlie Q. Hightower and Ida Lillian Atkins Hightower. He was a 1949 graduate of Kibbee High School,... - Information
- Obituary | | 29 April 2026 | 13:38
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Church Calendar
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May 13, 16-17--Women’s Conference in Alston
May 13, 16-17--Mt. Calvary Baptist Church of Alston invites you to their Women’s Conference, Wednesday May 13th at 7:00 PM with speaker Pastor Eazie Day, Saturday May 16th at 11:00 AM with Pastor Melanie Griffin, and Sunday May 17th at 11:00 AM with Minister Sonya Shinhoster. Pastor Lehmon Smith - Information
- Church Event | | 06 May 2026 | 06:55
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June 7--Family & Friends Day in Mt. Vernon
June 7--Better Together Christian Community Church, 202 West Church Street in Mt. Vernon, invites you to Family & Friends Day 2026, Sunday June 7th at 2:30 with guest speaker Rev. Elijah Toney of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Soperton. Pastor Craig & First Lady Snead - Information
- Church Event | | 04 May 2026 | 12:25
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May 9--Saturday Night Gospel Sing in Lyons
May 9--You're invited to a Saturday Night Gospel Sing, May 9th at 6:00 at Blue Marquee Theater, 121 North State Street in Lyons. Featured will be Heartfelt Quartet and Hand in Hand. - Information
- Church Event | | 04 May 2026 | 09:10
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May 23--Gospel Sing in Glenwood
May 23--Snowhill Community Church, 864 Snowhill Church Road in Glenwood, invites everyone to a Gospel Sing, May 23th at 7:00 with guest singers Mark and Angie Hudson. Come expecting a blessing. - Information
- Church Event | | 30 April 2026 | 09:43
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May 30--Church Donation Only Yard Sale in Vidalia
May 30--North Thompson Baptist Church invites you to their Donation Only Yard Sale, May30th from 7:00 AM to 1:00 at 404 North Thompson Church Road in Vidalia.- Information
- Church Event | | 29 April 2026 | 09:49
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June 6--Worship Service and Ladies Tea in Mt. Vernon
June 6--Mt. Vernon Pentecostal Church, 1802 North Railroad Avenue in Mt. Vernon, invites women of all ages to their Worship Service and Ladies Tea, June 6th from 10:00 to 2:00 with special speaker Sis. Pam Hulett. Fancy dress/hats appropriate but not required. RSVP by call Sis. Sheena Lamb at 912-403-2409 - Information
- Church Event | | 28 April 2026 | 12:12
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June 6--Worship & Fellowship BBQ in Vidalia
June 6--Cornerstone Pentecostal Church, 377 South Thompson Road in Vidalia, invites men of all ages to their Worship & Fellowship BBQ, Saturday June 6th from 10:00 to 2:00 with special speaker Bro Johnathan Fortner. RSVP by calling Pastor Matthew Lamb at 912-253-5030 - Information
- Church Event | | 28 April 2026 | 12:07
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June 8-13--VBS in Vidalia
June 8-13--North Thompson Baptist Church, 404 N Thompson Pond Road in Vidalia, invites everyone to Vacation Bible School "Learn to Follow Jesus", June 8th through June 12th from 6:30 to 8:00 each evening. Registration is June 8th at 6:00. Games, crafts, food and Lessons. Director 912-246-3129. norththompsonbapistchurch @ gmail.com - Information
- Church Event | | 13 April 2026 | 09:26
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