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Professional Asociation of Georgia Educators Brings Lawsuit Against Dublin City Schools
Dublin City Schools is facing yet another hurdle in their effort to address already serious financial deficits. Last week the Professional Association of Georgia Educators, or PAGE, as its acronym, issued a press release that it has filed a lawsuit against the school system on behalf of a teacher
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- Newsbreak | | 24 October 2025 | 15:11
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Anthony, Curtis Antonio – Vidalia – Possession with Intent to Distribute cocaine.
Jimenez, Crystal Derosario – Vidalia – suspended License; speeding.
Lane, Terry Michael Lee – Vidalia – No Driver’s License.
Stewart, Heather Reann – Vidalia – Simple
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- Newsbreak | | 24 October 2025 | 11:30
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Email Phishing Scam Alert
The following alert has been issued by the City of Vidalia Police Department.
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- Newsbreak | | 23 October 2025 | 17:15
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Johnson County Man Charged With Elder Neglect
The Johnson County Sheriff’s office reports that its Criminal Investigation Division made an arrest of Mikell Kitchens of Kite last weekend and charged him with one count of Neglect of an Elderly Person, which is a felony.
Investigators say the arrest comes after information was obtained regarding an
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- Newsbreak | | 23 October 2025 | 15:16
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Police Release Incident Report on Sunday's Officer-Involved Shooting
The incident report from Sunday’s shooting by a Vidalia Police Officer has been released, and the city was forthcoming with a request by this news outlet for the report.
According to the narrative, a Lieutenant with the Vidalia Police Department initiated a traffic stop after observing a traffic
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- Newsbreak | | 22 October 2025 | 14:28
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Regular Meeting for Emanuel County Board Held Monday
by John Wagner,radioJones, LLC
The Monday meeting of the Emanuel County Board of Commissioners drew about a dozen members of the public to the jury room of the Court House for comments or observation. The meeting opened with an invocation and pledge of allegiance, then approval of the minutes of
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- Newsbreak | | 22 October 2025 | 09:43
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BPCU Marks Milestone with New Interstate Signage
Pictured: BPCU trustees, staff, and local officials standing in front of the new university I-16 sign.Brewton-Parker Christian University (BPCU) trustees recently joined representatives from the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) District 2, State Representative Leesa Hagan (District 156),
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- Newsbreak | | 21 October 2025 | 15:34
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No Jurors Needed for October 27 Court
Toombs County Clerk of Court Nancy Pittman advises that those individuals who had been summoned to appear for jury duty on Monday, October 27, 2025, do NOT need to appear for duty.
All cases on the docket for that session have been settled out of court.
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- Newsbreak | | 21 October 2025 | 09:00
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GBI Investigating Officer Involved Shooting in Vidalia
UPDATE: Vidalia Chief of Police Robert Shore said the officers involved were placed on administrative leave in accordance with department policy, and the department has begun its own internal administrative review to determine whether any policy violations occurred. This process is standard and is
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- Newsbreak | | 20 October 2025 | 10:10
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Georgia's Friday Night Lights High School Scoreboard
High School Scoreboard – October 24th
Class A – Division I
56 Toombs Co. "Bulldogs" @ Vidalia "Indians" 16 F
19 Swainsboro "Tigers" @ Savannah Christian "Raiders" 45 F
17 Savannah Country Day "Hornets" @ The Episcopal School of Jacksonville "Eagles" 14 F
54 Dublin "Fighting Irish" @ Central Macon
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- Sportsbreak | | 24 October 2025 | 10:13
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Indians Bust Through Barrier in Brunswick at Run the Plank Cross Country Meet
The Indian Cross Country teams traveled to Brunswick on Thursday, October 16, to compete in the challenging Run the Plank Cross Country meet. With 14 runners representing the team, the meet proved to be a breakthrough event as 10 athletes recorded personal best times, showcasing their dedication
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- Sportsbreak | | 21 October 2025 | 07:54
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Toombs County Stings Savannah Country Day, 42–7
The No. 2-ranked Toombs County Bulldogs continued their dominant 2025 campaign Friday night, cruising past the Savannah Country Day Hornets 42-7 at The Pit. With the win, Toombs improved to 7-1 overall and 2-0 in Region 3-A D1 play.
The Bulldogs wasted no time asserting control. Senior running back
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- Sportsbreak | | 21 October 2025 | 07:31
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Barons Fall to Eagles in Conference Clash
The Brewton-Parker Christian University women's volleyball team faced a challenging conference match on October 18, 2025, against the Faulkner University (Ala.) Eagles. The game concluded with the Barons unable to secure a set against the Eagles, ending in a 0-3 sweep.
In the first set, the Eagles
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 October 2025 | 13:29
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RTCA Tops Southland Academy 27-21 Behind Edwards' Big Night
...Robert Toombs Christian Academy earned a hard-fought 27-21 victory over the Southland Academy Raiders on Friday night, fueled by a dominant performance from quarterback Drew Edwards and a tenacious Crusader defense.
Edwards delivered a standout effort, completing 13 of 19 passes for 143 yards and
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 October 2025 | 09:48
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Sports & Scores This Week (10-20-25)
October 20--Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week
Monday, October 20
Tuesday, October 21
Wednesday, October 22
Softball: Toombs County 7, Vidalia 3 (Game 1) & Vidalia 9, Toombs County 8 (Game 2) (GHSA Class A Division 1 State Playoffs- Sweet 16)
Thursday, October 23
Football:
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 October 2025 | 08:09
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Vikings Win Streak Now At Four
The Treutlen Vikings extended their win streak to four with a 15 - 13 defensive battle over the Dooly County Bobcats Friday night at Bobby Driggers Stadium in Soperton Friday night. It was the Vikings fourth region win in a row as well, keeping them tied for the lead in Region 4 Division II.
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- Sportsbreak | | 19 October 2025 | 12:25
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Georgia's Friday Night Lights High School Scoreboard
High School Scoreboard – October 17th
Class A – Division I
20 Vidalia "Indians" @ Swainsboro "Tigers" 35 F
7 Savannah Country Day "Hornets" @ Toombs Co. "Bulldogs" 42 F
19 Bleckley Co. "Royals" @ Dublin "Fighting Irish" 42 F
14 East Laurens "Falcons" @ Washington Co. "Golden Hawks" 26 F
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- Sportsbreak | | 17 October 2025 | 10:35
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Toombs County Sweeps Oglethorpe County in Doubleheader Behind Power Performances from Quintero and Smith
The Toombs County Varsity Bulldogs swept a doubleheader against Oglethorpe County on Wednesday at Toombs County High School, powered by standout performances from Natalie Quintero and Mishi Smith.
Game 1: Quintero Shines in Shutout Win
In the opener, Natalie Quintero launched two home runs and
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- Sportsbreak | | 17 October 2025 | 07:52
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Community Calendar
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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, October 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Treutlen County Extension Office, 5032 S. Third Street, Soperton.
Please RSVP by October 22 to NancyAnne Conner at 706-612-4020 (This email address is being protected
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- Community Event | | 15 October 2025 | 09:11
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The Franklinia Playhouse Presents....
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- Community Event | | 14 October 2025 | 14:37
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VHA Benefit Dinner Featuring Riley Gaines
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- Community Event | | 04 September 2025 | 16:18
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Retired Educators to Meet
The Toombs County Retired Educators Association will meet on Thursday, September 4, at 10:30 in the Dr. Mark and Tonya Spivey Library on Jackson Street in Vidalia. There will be a reception for new members.
Vidalia Chief of Police Robert Shore will present a program on Driver Safety for Older
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- Community Event | | 26 August 2025 | 15:29
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Obituaries
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Mr. E. Wayne Avery, Soperton
Mr. E. Wayne Avery, age 89, beloved husband of the late, Ina Crowe Avery of Soperton passed away on Thursday morning, October 23, 2025 at Meadows Park Health and Rehabilitation Center in Vidalia. Born in Emanuel County, he was the youngest and last living of six children born to the late Ernest... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 October 2025 | 16:01
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Mr. James "Jamie" "Boss" Edwards, Lyons
Mr. James “Jamie” “Boss Man” Edwards, age 72, of Lyons, died Monday, October 20, 2025, at Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia after sudden illness. He attended Lyons Senior High School, and he worked many years at Lyons Concrete that later became Evans Concrete. He enjoyed fishing at Swift... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 October 2025 | 13:43
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Mrs. Janet Leigh Oglesby Roland, Lyons
Janet Leigh Oglesby Roland, age 63, of Lyons, died Thursday, October 23, 2025, at her home after a sudden illness. She was a native of Toombs County and lived near Lyons all of her life. She was a 1982 graduate of Lyons Senior High School. Janet worked at Toombs County Manufacturing in Lyons,... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 October 2025 | 09:48
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Ms. ShaQuanda LaShe Griner
ShaQuanda LaShe Griner was born on November 4, 1976, to Wesley Griner and Joyce Isom in Brevard County, Florida. On October 13, 2025, she peacefully departed this life at Ascension Saint Vincent Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. ShaQuanda received her education at Tidewater College... - Information
- Obituary | | 23 October 2025 | 12:22
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Mrs. Irene H. Williams
Irene H. Williams, a beloved mother, grandmother, and deeply devoted caretaker, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Community Hospice after an extended illness. Born on December 10, 1936, Irene was the cherished daughter of the late Deacon Willie Hunt and Ola... - Information
- Obituary | | 23 October 2025 | 11:20
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Mr. Leandro “Bones” Castillo, South Thompson Community
Mr. Leandro “Bones” Castillo, age 67, of the South Thompson Community, died unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. He was a native of Nuevo Padilla, Mexico, in the early 1970s, moved to Texas, and soon and later became a U.S. citizen. He moved to Chicago where he graduated high... - Information
- Obituary | | 23 October 2025 | 07:34
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Terri Callahan Kerr
Terri Callahan Kerr, 62, passed away at her home surrounded by family on Monday, October 20, 2025, following an extended illness. Born on January 11, 1963, she was the beloved daughter of Ira Lee Callahan and Bobbie Rewis Callahan, both of whom preceded her in death. Terri was lifelong learner, a... - Information
- Obituary | | 23 October 2025 | 07:32
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Mr. Jerry D. Coplin, Lyons
Mr. Jerry D. Coplin, age 72, of Lyons, died Monday, October 20, 2025, at Oxley Park Health & Rehab in Lyons. He was a native of Telfair County, growing up in Appling County and lived in Lyons most of his life. He was a 1971 graduate of Appling County High School and attended South Georgia State... - Information
- Obituary | | 22 October 2025 | 14:31
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Mr. Jim Paul Gordy, Jr., Gray's Landing
Mr. Jim Paul Gordy, Jr., age 80, of Gray’s Landing, died Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Appling County Hospital in Baxley after a sudden illness. Jim was born in Lyons, Georgia to the late Jim Paul Gordy, Sr. and Evelyn Mosley Daniel. He was a 1965 graduate of Lyons High School. He worked for... - Information
- Obituary | | 21 October 2025 | 09:44
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Church Calendar
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A Night of Praise With Charles Billingsley
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- Church Event | | 23 October 2025 | 17:05
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October 29--Trunk or Treat!
October 29--Cedar Crossing Baptist Church wants you to come join the fun at their Trunk or Treat, Wednesday October 29th from 5:30 to 6:30. Note: no witches, devils, scary or evil costumes allowed. - Information
- Church Event | | 20 October 2025 | 09:30
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November 2--Church & Founder's Day in Vidalia
November 2--New Life In Christ Ministries, 208 Meadowbrook Street in Vidalia, invites you to their 26th Church & Founder's Day Celebration, Sunday November 2nd at 12:30 with guest speaker Chaplain Travis McKinney of Snellville. Pastor Germain Williams- Information
- Church Event | | 17 October 2025 | 18:49
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October 26--Pastor's Anniversary in Alston
October 26--Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 4590 Highway 135 in Alston, would like you to come to Rev. Lehmon Smith's 21st Pastor Anniversary Celebration, Sunday October 26th at 11:00 with guest minister Rev. Randy Salem of Lovely Hill Baptist Church in Soperton.- Information
- Church Event | | 14 October 2025 | 11:44
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October 26--Homecoming near Uvalda
October 26--Charlotte Church, 911 Charlotteville Road near Uvalda, invites everyone to come and enjoy their Homecoming, Sunday October 26th at 10:30 with guest speaker and special music from Kenny Croft and Mercy Road Band. Dinner served after.- Information
- Church Event | | 14 October 2025 | 11:43
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October 26--Men's Day in Mt. Vernon
October 26--St. Matthew Missionary Baptist Church, 606 Martin Luther King Drive in Mt. Vernon, invites you to Men's Day, Sunday October 26th at 11:15. Pastor, Rev. Samuel C. Baker- Information
- Church Event | | 03 October 2025 | 18:52
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October 26--Family & Friends Day in Vidalia
October 26--Holy Ghost Temple of Faith, 303 McIntosh Street in Vidalia, invites you to their Family & Friends Day, Sunday October 26th at 2:00 with guest speaker Pastor Randy Scott of Greenland Baptist and First African Baptist Churches in Waynesville. Pastor Perry & Co-Pastor Betty Edgerton - Information
- Church Event | | 01 October 2025 | 11:50
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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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