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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.
The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

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The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Sgt. Bobby Stocks is the local veteran of the week. He was a member of the U.S. Army Unit Police in Germany from 1960 - 1963.Do you know a veteran we can feature? Email us at articles@jcnews.com or call 478-986-3929.

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CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

News Staff
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Book SaleJones County Friends of the Library will have their monthly book sale Saturday, March 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. located at the Jones County Pre-K Building E, 173 Railroad St. Books for all ages.Benefit Golf TournamentMarch 31, at Lake Jonesco Golf Course, 834 GA Hwy.

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Benefit Golf Tournament
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
March 31, at Lake Jonesco Golf Course, 834 GA Hwy. 22 E. to help fund and support a new Veteran’s Service Center on the site of Hanleiter United Methodist Church in Griffin, GA. To register or donate please visit https://supporting-ourveterans. perfectgolfevent.
The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

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The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Roger A. Stevens is the local veteran of the week. He was a member of the U.S. Army from 1977 - 1997, achieving the rank of master sergeant. He spent 19 of his 20 years as a Green Beret with the 5th Special Forces on numerous special missions in many countries, including Desert Storm.
American Legion makes donations

American Legion makes donations

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American Legion makes donations

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
American Legion Post 142 continues to give back to the community. Last week, legion members presented Bethan Herring a $500 donation to help with medical expenses for her son Daniel Paul Herring and presented a $500 donation to the Middle Georgia Honor Flight. 
Chameleon classroom learns about winter

Chameleon classroom learns about winter

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Chameleon classroom learns about winter

Bethany Tapee
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Students in the Chameleon Classroom have been learning about the winter season and reviewing skills they have learned with their teachers and paraprofessionals, Jennifer Carr, Kristi Harley, Danielle Ayers, and Kandi Cleveland.
Clark and Marilyn Sauls with extended family to celebrate Easter 2024. CONTRIBUTED

Clark and Marilyn Sauls with extended family to celebrate Easter 2024. CONTRIBUTED

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Sauls: ‘I’ll never regret it. I made so many friends’

Greenberry Moore
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Marilyn Sauls has accomplished a lot in life and has traveled extensively. The former tax official still does what she can and travels a bit, despite suffering from a disease that has taken her eyesight from her.
jcnews.com reader survey winner

jcnews.com reader survey winner

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jcnews.com reader survey winner

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Stephanie Revell (right) was one of hundreds who participated in The Jones County News readership survey on jcnews.com. She received a $100 gift card from revenue supervisor Amy Scott. 
Organizations contribute to library

Organizations contribute to library

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Organizations contribute to library

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
In an effort to foster a love of reading and engagement, Jones County Operation Early Intervention and Jones County Family Connection partnered to provide Find Me Funzy the Fox to local children.
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