Miracle Day check presented to children’s hospital
Miracle Day check presented to children’s hospital
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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Board of Education member Dr. Nancy Nash (standing) leads one group discussion during the Sept. 14 work session. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff
Maintaining Jones County school buildings that are in use is enough of a job, but it is only the beginning when thinking about all the facilities owned by the school system.Those issues were part of the discussion at a Sept. 14 work session that started by looking at maintaining older buildings no…
The Volley Hounds celebrate during last week’s region sweep of Warner Robins and Eagles Landing. BRAD HARRISON/Staff
It seems like a broken record to point out the Volley Hounds achieving yet another first as a program. But simply stated, Jones County just keeps on breaking new ground on the volleyball court.The latest was last Tuesday at the JCHS gymnasium, when the Lady Greyhounds swept a region tri-match for…
Makalyn Williams rips a pitch toward the plate during last week’s action against Ola. BRAD HARRISON/Staff
The Lady Greyhounds entered this week with five region games to go and trailing first-place Ola by two games.So by all accounts, Jones County has very outside chances in terms winning a region title. But the postseason posit ion for theLadyHounds is very much in play, a case that was strengthened…
From right, Thad Smith, Isaac Elliott, Chase Hasty, and Thomas Gosier celebrate after the Greyhounds come up with a turnover on Friday against Locust Grove. BRAD HARRISON/Staff
LOCUST GROVE — If not for the halftime buzzer, there’s no telling how many more times the Greyhounds offense would have scored in the first half on Friday at Locust Grove.Other than the final drive of the second quarter that was shortened by time, Jones County scored on every first-half drive…
Glenda Jo Ogle Haggard
Aug. 31, 1951 - Sept. 8, 2026Glenda Jo Ogle Haggard, age 75, of Eatonton, GA, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2026.Glenda was born on Aug. 31, 1951, in Langdale, AL, to Joe Edward Ogle and Mary Magdalene Holland Ogle. Her father’s career with the U.S.Army took the family to many places…
Nan Bush Gillon
Feb. 10, 1948 - Sept. 14, 2026Nan Bush Gillon of Union County, GA passed away peacefully on Sept.14, 2026, at her home after an extended illness. Born on Feb. 10, 1948, in Soso, Mississippi, Nan was the youngest daughter of Verl and Fannie Grace Bush.Nan graduated from West Jones High School in…
Robert Luther “Bobby” Sanderlin Sr.
Dec. 20, 1938 – Sept. 19, 2026Robert Luther “Bobby” Sanderlin Sr., 87, of Gray, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, Sept., 19, 2026.Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel, with the Reverend Danny Mundy officiating.The family will greet…
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 SEPT. 26What: Sonrise Gospel Opry When: Sat., Sept. 26, 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Where: Sonrise Pavilion next to the store More info: Featuring…
Allen Bob
A Jones County man will serve five years on probation after entering a guilty plea to a hit and run accident that occurred on New Clinton Road earlier this year.Bob Allen, 59, was in Jones County Superior Court Sept. 10 to enter the negotiated plea that included 180 days of confinement but credit…
Seniors targeted by more fraudsters
The Gray Police Department is sounding the alert to the targeting of local senior citizens following two recent cases that have resulted in the loss of thousands of dollars for the victims.Gray Police Chief Adam Lowe warned in a Sept. 18 interview that people retirement age and over continue to be…
Roger C. Evans
Bond was denied a defendant facing charges for an April assault after allegedly setting the victim on fire following an argument.Roger Cecil Evans, 51, was in Jones County Superior Court Sept. 10 in an action listed as a criminal motion for a bond hearing. Evans was represented in the motion by…
The Volley Hounds celebrate during last week’s region sweep of Warner Robins and Eagles Landing. BRAD HARRISON/Staff
Volley Hounds shift upward in region sweep of WR, Eagles Landing
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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Board of Education member Dr. Nancy Nash (standing) leads one group discussion during the Sept. 14 work session. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff
What’s next for Jones County's school facilities?
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Maintaining Jones County school buildings that are in use is enough of a job, but it is only the beginning when thinking about all the facilities owned by the school system.Those issues were part of the discussion at a Sept.
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Allen Bob
Debbie Lurie-Smith
A Jones County man will serve five years on probation after entering a guilty plea to a hit and run accident that occurred on New Clinton Road earlier this…
Seniors targeted by more fraudsters
Debbie Lurie-Smith
The Gray Police Department is sounding the alert to the targeting of local senior citizens following two recent cases that have resulted in the loss of…
Roger C. Evans
Debbie Lurie-Smith
Bond was denied a defendant facing charges for an April assault after allegedly setting the victim on fire following an argument.Roger Cecil Evans, 51, was in…
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Makalyn Williams rips a pitch toward the plate during last week’s action against Ola. BRAD HARRISON/Staff
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The Lady Greyhounds entered this week with five region games to go and trailing first-place Ola by two games.So by all accounts, Jones County has very outside…
From right, Thad Smith, Isaac Elliott, Chase Hasty, and Thomas Gosier celebrate after the Greyhounds come up with a turnover on Friday against Locust Grove. BRAD HARRISON/Staff
Brad Harrison
LOCUST GROVE — If not for the halftime buzzer, there’s no telling how many more times the Greyhounds offense would have scored in the first half on Friday at…
Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens (5) scampers into the end zone for a touchdown against the Arkansas Razorbacks in Fayetteville, Arkansas. UGA ATHLETICS
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The venue was on the road. The opponent was from the SEC this time.Otherwise, Saturday was a rinse and repeat afternoon for the No. 2 Georgia Bulldogs as they…
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JONESSATURDAY, SEPT. 12What: Touch-A-Truck When: Sat., Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Grounds of Jones County Sheriff’s Office More info: Admission $5.…
Obituaries
Glenda Jo Ogle Haggard
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Aug. 31, 1951 - Sept. 8, 2026Glenda Jo Ogle Haggard, age 75, of Eatonton, GA, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2026.Glenda was born on Aug. 31, 1951, in…
Nan Bush Gillon
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Feb. 10, 1948 - Sept. 14, 2026Nan Bush Gillon of Union County, GA passed away peacefully on Sept.14, 2026, at her home after an extended illness. Born on Feb.…
Robert Luther “Bobby” Sanderlin Sr.
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Dec. 20, 1938 – Sept. 19, 2026Robert Luther “Bobby” Sanderlin Sr., 87, of Gray, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, Sept., 19, 2026.Funeral services will be held…
