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American Legion raffle winners announced

American Legion raffle winners announced

American Legion raffle winners announced

News Staff
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
American Legion Post 142 held a drawing for its raffle of a Henry Golden Boy Rifle July 13 at Carol’s Park. The first-place winner of the raffle was Ronnie Hinson. Jimmy Crutchfield won second place, which was $300, and Bill Newby won $200 for third place. Gray Police Lt.

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News Staff
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Fridays on MainDowntown Gray, July 19 and Aug. 16 from 6-9 p.m.Book SaleThe Jones County Friends of the Library will have their book sale Saturday, July 13, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 273 Railroad Street, Gray, in the building next to the JCHS track.

CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

News Staff
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Fridays on MainDowntown Gray, July 19 and Aug. 16 from 6-9 p.m.REGULARMEETINGS• TheFederatedGardenClub of Gray meets monthly on the first Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at Bradley Baptist Church with the exception of May and December.

Real Life

–george Sheffield
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
“Where is the promise of his coming?“ (2 Pet 3:4) People mock the second coming of Jesus. They’ve been mocking it since Peter’s day. Because He hasn’t come back yet, people believe Jesus isn’t coming back. But He will return. He said He would, and Jesus has done everything He said He would do.

Annual Bible reading event scheduled July 14

Alaina Clarke
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
The sixth annual statewide Bible reading will be held July 14 at 7:14 a.m. at the Jones County Courthouse, speaking the Word of God over Jones County and the nation.Debra Hall, the coordinator for the event, said she’s excited for the Bible reading.
Macon mattress store invested in community

Macon mattress store invested in community

Macon mattress store invested in community

Alaina Clarke
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Macon & Robins Bed & Mattress, local bed and mattress stores, are open to help locals find what they need for a good night’s sleep.The stores have three locations, two in Macon and one in Warner Robins.

CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

News Staff
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Independence Day ExtravaganzaMorris Bank Recreation Complex, June 27 at 6 p.m.Food trucks, fireworks and kid’s activities. DJ and emcee will be Laura Starling.Fridays on MainDowntown Gray, June 21, July 19 and Aug. 16 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Collins received a letter from Governor Brian Kemp, which was displayed on a table with mommentos from the past 100 years. ALAINA CLARKE/Staff

Collins received a letter from Governor Brian Kemp, which was displayed on a table with mommentos from the past 100 years. ALAINA CLARKE/Staff

Gray resident celebrates 100 years

Alaina Clarke
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Erlinda Collins, a resident of Gray who lives at Autumn Lane Health and Rehabilitation, turned 100 years old recently and celebrated with family and friends.Denise Collins Lumpkin, Erlinda’s daughter who lives in Gray was happy to be celebrating her mother’s birthday at Autumn Lane with everyone.
Jones County youngsters ages 8-13 received certificates and JCSO Challenge coins after completing the recent summer camp at the Jones County Sheriff’s Office. CONTRIBUTED

Jones County youngsters ages 8-13 received certificates and JCSO Challenge coins after completing the recent summer camp at the Jones County Sheriff’s Office. CONTRIBUTED

‘Cop camp’ a big hit for kids and officers

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Summer camp is back at the Jones County Sheriff’s Office, and it is safe to say a good time was had by all, including campers and staff.The JCSO “Cop Camp,” as the kids called it, started June 11 and ended June 14. Each day was filled with activities that were fun, but most were also educational.
Carol Robeson and Henry Hicks, the owners of Forsyth Antiques and More, outside of their business. GALAI ENGLISH/Contributed

Carol Robeson and Henry Hicks, the owners of Forsyth Antiques and More, outside of their business. GALAI ENGLISH/Contributed

Forsyth Antiques and More offers oodles of goods

Alaina Clarke
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Forsyth Antiques and More, an antiques mall that sells more than just antiques, is open for anyone looking to shop in the area and find something unique.The antiques mall is located at 816 U.S.Highway 41 in Forsyth, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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