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CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Submit your events to articles@jcnews.comSee more events and a regional events calendar online at www.jcnews.com LOOK FOR THE CALENDAR MENU ITEMSonrise Gospel Opry3378 Gray Highway, March 29, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Featuring Rhea Ward, the Banjo Lady & Friends.

Having a personal relationship with Christ

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
While enjoying the accompanying article, the reader can see that Ronnie Hinson says he often times has received his directions from his Lord and Savior, whom he accepted into his life June 23, 1990.Hinson was asked to explain his communication with his Savior, and his response is given here.
Dames Ferry Elementary hosts STEM night

Dames Ferry Elementary hosts STEM night

Dames Ferry Elementary hosts STEM night

Story And Photos By Bethany Tapee
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Dames Ferry Elementary School recently hosted a STEM night for students and their families, featuring an engaging presentation, interactive activities, a Star Lab dome, and a chemistry magic show.STEM Coordinator Ashley Ivy mentioned the significance of hosting the event.
GES students participate in statewide chorus

GES students participate in statewide chorus

GES students participate in statewide chorus

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
We are so proud of our Gray Elementary students (fifth graders Aiden Allen, Bradley Arnold, Camilla Douglas, Emeryl Pittman, and Zoey Riggs) who were selected to participate in this year’s Georgia Statewide Elementary Honor Chorus.

CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

Women’s Day Celebration
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Salem AME Church, 115 Holloman Road, will be having a Women’s Day Celebration on Sunday, March 23, at 2:00 p.m. Rev.Brandy Bailey, pastor of Jones Chapel AME Church will deliver the message.Benefit Golf TournamentMarch 31, at Lake Jonesco Golf Course, 834 GA Hwy.
Hinson signing scholarship to MTSU in 1975. CONTRIBUTED

Hinson signing scholarship to MTSU in 1975. CONTRIBUTED

Hinson finds success in life and business through faith

Greenberry Moore
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
At 6’8” in height, Ronnie Hinson is without a doubt tall. But, where the successful businessman — now in the nonprofit sector — wants to really ‘stand tall’ is in his efforts to help less fortunate Middle Georgia residents.
The “TrueGirl Crazy Hair Tour” comes to Greenwood Baptist Church March 23. CONTRIBUTED

The “TrueGirl Crazy Hair Tour” comes to Greenwood Baptist Church March 23. CONTRIBUTED

Greenwood Baptist hosts ‘TrueGirl Crazy Hair Tour’

Bethany Tapee
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Greenwood Baptist Church is excited to announce that it will host the “TrueGirl Crazy Hair Tour,” an event designed for mothers and daughters ages 7-12 within the Jones County community.This event will be March 23 at 6 p.m.
Grease Monkey: Standing apart from competition

Grease Monkey: Standing apart from competition

Grease Monkey: Standing apart from competition

News Staff
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Grease Monkey, a locally owned automobile service, recently opened its doors at 101 Walmart Dr. in Eatonton.“We opened this location in 2023 built on customer service,” said James Painter, co-owner of Grease Monkey.
Industry partners spent time with JCHS students performing mock interviews to help them prepare for life after graduation.

Industry partners spent time with JCHS students performing mock interviews to help them prepare for life after graduation.

JCHS students get experience interviewing for future jobs

Bethany Tapee
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Jones County High School’s College and Career Academy organized community-led mock interview sessions for students enrolled in third-year career pathway courses to gain real-world experience in preparation for their future careers.
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