Debbie Lurie-Smith

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Public Works steps up after recent storms

New well performing well; savings found for sludge

Gray DQ ready for Miracle Treat Day

BOE prepares for upcoming school year

First offender loses status due to violent crimes

‘I honestly believe Walker saved a deputy’s life’

New standards in place for upcoming school year

McMichael remembered for faith, family, firefighting

BOC approves $3.5M bid for Hwy. 49 water

Council ends truck parking at downtown business site

Traffic stop leads to arrest, guilty plea for gun, theft

Jones County participating in Worldwide Bible Reading

Summer Reading

18-year-old pleads guilty to child molestation charges

Assessment notices mailed out Monday

Updated policies rolled out for coming school year

Planning begins for 2026 Veterans Appreciation Day

Retiring Old Glory: Sheriff’s office hosts ceremony to honor used flags

Bond denied: Former deputy considered a danger to witnesses as well as to himself

Jones wins Jones but loses nomination

Future of State Place Cemetery remains uncertain

Jenkins now leading West Clinton Family Dentistry

All 21 cases before grand jury move forward

BOE approves policy changes; budget reviewed

2026 Summer Camp

Former Bibb deputy indicted for molestation

Five graduate from firefighter class; three to serve in Gray

Council considers downtown truck parking

Board appoints new secretary, seeks additional funds

Victim’s visit to ICU leads to additional charge

BOC presents proclamation, considers historic marker

Revaluation complete as work on tax digest wraps up

City to buy water from property until it’s owned

Health insurance costs increase by at least $250K again

Suicide prevention hits home

BOE invites input from staff, community at retreat

Defendant pleads guilty during jury selection

Replacement golf carts approved; package sales tabled

Law office restoration awarded

Bailey wins fifth term as BOE chair; runoff set