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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Book SaleJones County Friends of the Library will have their monthly book sale, Saturday, Jan. 10, located at Jones County Pre-K, Building E, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. All proceeds go to The Jones County Library.REGULARMEETINGS• TheFederatedGardenClubof Gray meets monthly on the first Tuesday at 10:00 a.

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The Jones County News
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
News office holiday closingswill be closed Thursday, Jan. 1.Closings for New Year’sAll of the following businesses will be closed Thursday, Jan. 1.Schedules that are different from normal business hours are listed for those that apply.• CityHall• ExchangeBank–Closing Wednesday, Dec. 31 at 2:00 p.m.

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The Jones County News
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
News office holiday closingswill be closing Wednesday, Dec. 24 at 12:00 p.m. and closed Thursday, Dec. 25 and Thursday, Jan. 1. The deadline for the Dec. 25 edition will be Friday, Dec. 19 by 12:00 p.m. and the deadline for the Jan. 1 edition will be Friday, Dec. 26 by 12:00 p.m.
King in front of his pre-1900 office. GREENBERRY MOORE/Staff

King in front of his pre-1900 office. GREENBERRY MOORE/Staff

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King has enjoyed his law practice, helping community

Greenberry Moore
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
To say there has been a connection between the Kings and the University of Georgia would be something of an understatement, as three generations of the family have earned their degrees there.
Fields of Faith brings community together in worship

Fields of Faith brings community together in worship

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Fields of Faith brings community together in worship

Bethany Tapee
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Nearly 1,000 people filled the Jones County High School stadium for Fields of Faith, an annual Fellowship of Christian Athletes event that brings students and community members together to share their faith.Kelly Roberson, teacher and FCA sponsor, said the night was about unity and transformation.
High school hosts ‘Fall into the Arts’ celebration

High school hosts ‘Fall into the Arts’ celebration

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High school hosts ‘Fall into the Arts’ celebration

Bethany Tapee
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Jones County High School brought together its Fine Arts programs for a collaborative event titled Fall into the Arts, showcasing the talents of students in visual arts, drama, chorus, and band.
The amount of products for the Holly Jolly Glam bags continue to grow and will be collected until Dec. 20. CONTRIBUTED

The amount of products for the Holly Jolly Glam bags continue to grow and will be collected until Dec. 20. CONTRIBUTED

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Holly Jolly Glam Bags made for teenagers in foster care

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
A local beauty salon owner is working to provide a glamorous Christmas miracle for teenage girls in foster care who normally would not have access to the beauty products that can be pricey.
Reindeer take flight through Christmas night

Reindeer take flight through Christmas night

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Reindeer take flight through Christmas night

Bailey Ballard
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Reindeer Flight School officially took flight Dec. 12 with an outpour of visitors.In its 21st year, Reindeer Flight School features over $40,000 lights all displayed in the yard of local Richard Phillips. Phillips was originally from Milledgeville but moved to Sparta to open a shop.
Christmas Walk through Woodland Acres a success

Christmas Walk through Woodland Acres a success

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Christmas Walk through Woodland Acres a success

Bailey Ballard
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Woodland Acres at Robbins Farm hosted its first Christmas Light Walk Dec. 12 with a positive turnout.The 10-12 minute lit walk circled the Christmas market with multiple vendors and featured multiple photo spots and an educational stop.

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News Staff
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Live drive-thru NativityDec. 12 – 14, from 6 – 9 p.m. weather permitting.Free admission and free hot chocolate. Gray Methodist Church, 121 Gordon Street in downtown Gray.Book SaleJones County Friends of the Library will have their monthly book sale, Saturday, Dec. 13, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
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