Firefighters Ethan Johnson (l-r), Jared Turner, Savannah Mathis, Klay Aspinwall and Jacob Penley with Cadet Gabby Massengale standing in front. CONTRIBUTED

Firefighters Ethan Johnson (l-r), Jared Turner, Savannah Mathis, Klay Aspinwall and Jacob Penley with Cadet Gabby Massengale standing in front. CONTRIBUTED

Five graduate from firefighter class; three to serve in Gray

Debbie Lurie-Smith
The Gray Fire Department celebrated five graduates of the Firefighter 1 class during a ceremony last month, and three of those new firefighters will be serving residents of Gray.Gray’s new firefighters are Klay Aspinwall, Savannah Mathis and Jared Turner. Firefighter Ethan Johnson is from Baldwin…

The News earns first-place award for local news coverage

Josh Lurie
Awards were presented at the Georgia Press Association annual convention June 12 at Jekyll Island. There were 477 awards presented in 44 categories to 73 newspapers.The Jones County News placed first in Local News Coverage, which was awarded to editor Debbie Lurie-Smith.Brad Harrison also earned a…

Lawsuit stalls progress at industrial park

Josh Lurie
“We essentially have a lame duck property right now,” Eric Varnadoe, chairman of the Jones County Development Authority, said in refence to Griswoldville Industrial Park.“We’re dead in the water,” Kevin Brown, JDA attorney, agreed.A group of Jones County residents filed a lawsuit against Jones…
Michael Dorough

Michael Dorough

Former Bibb deputy indicted for molestation

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wife charged with attempted cover-upA former Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputy who was previously arrested in Macon for offenses that took place at his Jones County residence was recently indicted by a Jones County Grand Jury for multiple counts of child molestation and incest.Michael Scott…
2026 Summer Camp

2026 Summer Camp

2026 Summer Camp

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Sheriff’s office hostsThe Jones County Sheriff’s Office 2026 Summer Camp was another huge success with a combination of safety education and a look into law enforcement techniques combined with summer fun and activities.The camp took place at the Jones County Law Enforcement Center June 1–5 with 61…

Building Permits

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JUNE 5-11, 20266/5/26 Cam Asbell $1,866.25

Traffic Citations

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Traffic citations filed with the Jones County Probate Court for June 5-11, 2026VGCSA less than 1 oz. 2nd offense (3) Hunting on land without permission (2) Over height (D.O.T.) (1) Over weight (1) Driving without a tag (1) Alteration of tag (1) Operating vehicle without valid tag/ decal (8) Driving…

Marriage Licenses

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Marriage licenses filed with the Jones County Probate Court June 5-11, 2026 JUNE 5Robert Eugene Henry to Loretta Marie Ramage John Trimakas to Lindsey Elizabeth Parrish JUNE 8Milton M. Harrington to Jenna Leigh Myrick JUNE 10Jadon Bryce Chapman to Addison Leigh Trotter JUNE 11Hunter James Mackenzie…

Vehicle Tags

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JUNE 5-11, 2026Jones County ($3,733.63) City of Gray ($29.49) River North ($96.68) Total tags ($3,859.80)

Crime Watch

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The following information is gleaned from incident reports, which are public record, from the Jones County Sheriff’s Department and Gray Police Department May 31 - June 3, 2026May 31Frog at largeOfficer Joiner was dispatched to a local residence in reference to a complainant needing help.Dispatch…

Grand Jury Indictments

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JUNE 5, 2026State v. Alan Cook Purser – ct. 1: entering auto, ct. 2: theft by taking felony State v. Gavin Paul Hedges – ct. 1: criminal damage to property in the second degree, ct.2: obstruction of officer misdemeanor, ct. 3: possession marijuana less than ounce, ct. 4: possession tobacco or…
The Jones County News e-Edition
Firefighters Ethan Johnson (l-r), Jared Turner, Savannah Mathis, Klay Aspinwall and Jacob Penley with Cadet Gabby Massengale standing in front. CONTRIBUTED

Firefighters Ethan Johnson (l-r), Jared Turner, Savannah Mathis, Klay Aspinwall and Jacob Penley with Cadet Gabby Massengale standing in front. CONTRIBUTED

Five graduate from firefighter class; three to serve in Gray

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

The Gray Fire Department celebrated five graduates of the Firefighter 1 class during a ceremony last month, and three of those new firefighters will be serving residents of Gray.Gray’s new firefighters are Klay Aspinwall, Savannah Mathis and Jared Turner.

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“When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son! Then saith he to the…
Kiwanis President, Joe Briley Jr. presented a donation of $750 from the Jones County Kiwanis Club to Pam Peek, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Jones County. Peek is also CEO of the Baldwin County Boys & Girls Club. She made an inspirational talk on the work of the organization and presented an informative slide show of its activities this past year. CONTRIBUTED

Kiwanis President, Joe Briley Jr. presented a donation of $750 from the Jones County Kiwanis Club to Pam Peek, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Jones County. Peek is also CEO of the Baldwin County Boys & Girls Club. She made an inspirational talk on the work of the organization and presented an informative slide show of its activities this past year. CONTRIBUTED

Boys and Girls Club donation

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Kiwanis President, Joe Briley Jr. presented a donation of $750 from the Jones County Kiwanis Club to Pam Peek, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Jones County…
Cogburn with Georgia Organization of Nurse Leaders award in 2016. CONTRIBUTED

Cogburn with Georgia Organization of Nurse Leaders award in 2016. CONTRIBUTED

Cogburn has used her career as nurse to help many

Greenberry Moore
A man with any sense at all would never call a woman old, but Becky Cogburn uses that term for herself — and a lot of friends.Cogburn, now 69, recently shared…
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Sports 

Grayberry Softball

Grayberry Softball

Grayberry Softball

Story And Photos By Brad Harrison
Women’s softball has again made its way to the fields at the Morris Bank Recreation Complex for another season of the Grayberry Women’s Softball League.Last…

SPORTS BRIEFS

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Clifton Ridge Football hosting golf tournament fundraiserHitting the golf course can help support the future of Greyhound football on July 25 for the Clifton…
Greyhounds welcome future baseball players at youth camp

Greyhounds welcome future baseball players at youth camp

Greyhounds welcome future baseball players at youth camp

Photos By Brad Harrison / Staff
Baseball fun made its way to the diamond last week as the Greyhounds baseball program hosted its annual youth baseball camp. Players as young as age 6 up to 13…
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community 

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 ITEMJONESSend us…
Jackson receives scholarship, quilt

Jackson receives scholarship, quilt

Jackson receives scholarship, quilt

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Gavin Jackson receives his memory quilt from Carla Gibson. Gavin is the 2026 recipient of the Gibson Family One Team ~ One Heartbeat Scholarship. 
Jackson speaks to Garden Club

Jackson speaks to Garden Club

Jackson speaks to Garden Club

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Brannon Jackson, Jones County Extension Agent, was guest speaker at the April meeting of the Gray Garden Club. He presented a most informative program on…
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Obituaries 

Patricia Avery Roberson

Patricia Avery Roberson

Patricia Avery Roberson

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Dec. 3, 1960 - June 11, 2026Patricia Avery Roberson passed away Thursday morning, June 11, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving children.A memorial…
Robbie Ann Beck Whiddon

Robbie Ann Beck Whiddon

Robbie Ann Beck Whiddon

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July 8, 1950 - June 9, 2026Robbie Ann Beck Whiddon, 75, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2026, in Macon, GA where she spent her final days surrounded…
Robert Roy Allen

Robert Roy Allen

Robert Roy Allen

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June 12, 2026Robert Roy Allen, 94, went to Heaven to be with his Lord and Savior on June 12, 2026. Born in Gordon, GA, he spent all of his adult life as a…
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