GSA president Sheriff Noel Brown (l-r) and Sheriff Butch Reece make a presentation to Sheriff Logan Marshall. CONTRIBUTED

GSA president Sheriff Noel Brown (l-r) and Sheriff Butch Reece make a presentation to Sheriff Logan Marshall. CONTRIBUTED

Annual salute honors Sheriff Logan Marshall

Debbie Lurie-Smith
The weather for the 13th Annual Salute to Georgia Sheriffs could not have been better to honor the 2026 Sheriff of the Year, Logan Marshall of McDuffie County.The Oct. 22 event was held at Walnut Creek Shooting Preserve on Stagecoach Road and once again drew law enforcement and leaders from across…
The Lady Greyhounds’ season came to an end last week at Central Carrollton after winning the most games in a single season in five years. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

The Lady Greyhounds’ season came to an end last week at Central Carrollton after winning the most games in a single season in five years. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Lady Hounds go down swinging, fall one step shy of Elite 8 in Columbus

Brad Harrison
The most wins for the Lady Greyhounds since five years ago landed them one short step from the state Elite 8 in Columbus as they traveled to Central Carrollton.But in the postseason, the smallest of foul fortunes can be magnified, and that cruel fate snagged Jones County as it saw the Lions get a…

Jones County (5-4, 4-1) vs. Warner Robins (5-3, 3-1)

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• 7:30p.m.,Friday• GreyhoundField• SeriesHistory:WarnerRobinsleads6-3• PreviousMeeting:WarnerRobinswon43-28 in 2023• Broadcast:SportsMic
Greyhounds pound Eagles Landing

Greyhounds pound Eagles Landing

Greyhounds pound Eagles Landing

Brad Harrison
JCHS needs win over Demons, Warner Robins win over Perry to win regionIn the mind of many Greyhounds fans, last Friday’s game against winless Eagles Landing was not likely to be firmly circled in terms of anticipation, especially not with this week’s game against recent nemesis Warner Robins coming…

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JONESSATURDAY, OCT. 31What: Super Saturday Fall Festival and Carnival When: Oct. 31 from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Where: Haddock Park, 124 Old Milledgeville Rd. in Haddock More Info: Sponsored by Greater Jordan Chapel A.M.E. Church.What: Bake Sale When: Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Where: Between Ace and…
Gov. Brian Kemp at the Capitol with Pat Wilson, commissioner of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, as Wilson answers questions. TY TAGAMI/Capitol Beat

Gov. Brian Kemp at the Capitol with Pat Wilson, commissioner of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, as Wilson answers questions. TY TAGAMI/Capitol Beat

Kemp says Audi plant delivers on pledge to grow jobs in rural Georgia

Ty Tagami
German automaker Audi's decision to locate its first U.S. plant in Georgia was a trifecta for Gov. Brian Kemp, who sees it as a major part of his legacy as he prepares to leave office.When campaigning the first time for governor eight years ago, Kemp pledged to bring more jobs to rural parts of the…
Carolyn Jones Taylor

Carolyn Jones Taylor

Carolyn Jones Taylor

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Oct. 9, 2026Carolyn Jones Taylor, passed away peacefully on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026. She was a mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother.Carolyn is survived by her daughter; Carol Taylor Rose, grandson; Anthony Taylor (TJ) Brightman, adopted church family; Tina Parks…
Early voting stats

Early voting stats

Early voting stats

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• 4,585ballotscast• Biggestturnoutday:Oct.13,550 voters• Lastdayforearlyvotingat Government Center is Oct. 30• TotalvotescastinGeorgia1,710,721Absentee ballots • 540requested• 331acceptedNov 3 Election Day• AllJonesCountyprecinctsopen7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Tammy Sosebee (right front) with the Middle Georgia Community Action Agency and commissioners. Photo by James Collins

Tammy Sosebee (right front) with the Middle Georgia Community Action Agency and commissioners. Photo by James Collins

BOC approves package sales, listens to citizen opinions

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Jones County Commissioners met last week and approved the resolution to allow the package sales of alcohol, which will take effect Friday, and at the conclusion of the meeting shared opinions and concerns about previous decisions.The Oct. 20 meeting was called to order by Chairman Chris Weidner.…
JCHS head football coach Justin Montgomery talks with CTAE Director LaMisha Clark during the Oct. 19 reception. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

JCHS head football coach Justin Montgomery talks with CTAE Director LaMisha Clark during the Oct. 19 reception. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Two new leaders introduced to district

Debbie Lurie-Smith
The October meeting of the Jones County Board of Education was preceded by a 5 p.m. reception to welcome the two most recently appointed to district leadership positions. LaMisha Clark is the new Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education Director, and Ross Couch is the new JCSS Athletic…

Juvenile in custody for gun incident at gym

Debbie Lurie-Smith
The Jones County Sheriff’s Office received a report of an individual with a firearm at the Mattie Wells Gym last week, and the juvenile offender is currently in custody.A report of the incident by JCSO Deputy Patrick Hammond states he was dispatched to the gym at 3 p.m. Oct. 17 in reference to a…
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GSA president Sheriff Noel Brown (l-r) and Sheriff Butch Reece make a presentation to Sheriff Logan Marshall. CONTRIBUTED

GSA president Sheriff Noel Brown (l-r) and Sheriff Butch Reece make a presentation to Sheriff Logan Marshall. CONTRIBUTED

Annual salute honors Sheriff Logan Marshall

Wednesday, October 28, 2026

The weather for the 13th Annual Salute to Georgia Sheriffs could not have been better to honor the 2026 Sheriff of the Year, Logan Marshall of McDuffie County.The Oct. 22 event was held at Walnut Creek Shooting Preserve on Stagecoach Road and once again drew law enforcement and leaders from across...

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Gov. Brian Kemp at the Capitol with Pat Wilson, commissioner of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, as Wilson answers questions. TY TAGAMI/Capitol Beat

Gov. Brian Kemp at the Capitol with Pat Wilson, commissioner of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, as Wilson answers questions. TY TAGAMI/Capitol Beat

Kemp says Audi plant delivers on pledge to grow jobs in rural Georgia

Ty Tagami
German automaker Audi's decision to locate its first U.S. plant in Georgia was a trifecta for Gov. Brian Kemp, who sees it as a major part of his legacy as he…
Early voting stats

Early voting stats

Early voting stats

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• 4,585ballotscast• Biggestturnoutday:Oct.13,550 voters• Lastdayforearlyvotingat Government Center is Oct. 30• TotalvotescastinGeorgia1,710,721Absentee ballots…
Tammy Sosebee (right front) with the Middle Georgia Community Action Agency and commissioners. Photo by James Collins

Tammy Sosebee (right front) with the Middle Georgia Community Action Agency and commissioners. Photo by James Collins

BOC approves package sales, listens to citizen opinions

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Jones County Commissioners met last week and approved the resolution to allow the package sales of alcohol, which will take effect Friday, and at the…
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Sports 

The Lady Greyhounds’ season came to an end last week at Central Carrollton after winning the most games in a single season in five years. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

The Lady Greyhounds’ season came to an end last week at Central Carrollton after winning the most games in a single season in five years. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Lady Hounds go down swinging, fall one step shy of Elite 8 in Columbus

Brad Harrison
The most wins for the Lady Greyhounds since five years ago landed them one short step from the state Elite 8 in Columbus as they traveled to Central Carrollton…

Jones County (5-4, 4-1) vs. Warner Robins (5-3, 3-1)

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• 7:30p.m.,Friday• GreyhoundField• SeriesHistory:WarnerRobinsleads6-3• PreviousMeeting:WarnerRobinswon43-28 in 2023• Broadcast:SportsMic
Greyhounds pound Eagles Landing

Greyhounds pound Eagles Landing

Greyhounds pound Eagles Landing

Brad Harrison
JCHS needs win over Demons, Warner Robins win over Perry to win regionIn the mind of many Greyhounds fans, last Friday’s game against winless Eagles Landing…
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JONESSATURDAY, OCT. 31What: Super Saturday Fall Festival and Carnival When: Oct. 31 from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Where: Haddock Park, 124 Old Milledgeville Rd. in…
CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

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Submit your events to articles@jcnews.comSee more events and a regional events calendar online at www.jcnews.com LOOK FOR THE CALENDAR MENU ITEMJONESSATURDAY,…
CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

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Submit your events to articles@jcnews.comSee more events and a regional events calendar online at www.jcnews.com LOOK FOR THE CALENDAR MENU ITEMJONESSATURDAY,…
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Obituaries 

Carolyn Jones Taylor

Carolyn Jones Taylor

Carolyn Jones Taylor

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Oct. 9, 2026Carolyn Jones Taylor, passed away peacefully on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026. She was a mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great…
Patricia Visage Davenport

Patricia Visage Davenport

Patricia Visage Davenport

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Oct. 12, 2026Patricia Visage Davenport, age 90, passed away on Monday, Oct. 12, 2026. Born in Roberta, Crawford County, GA, she was the daughter of Bessie Mae…
Anna Marie Eddins

Anna Marie Eddins

Anna Marie Eddins

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April 9, 1930 - Sept. 29, 2026Anna Marie Eddins, 96, of Fort Walton, FL, passed away on Sept. 29, 2026. She was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother.She…
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