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Veterans Committee members discuss the Nov. 9 plans at last week’s meeting. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Veterans Committee members discuss the Nov. 9 plans at last week’s meeting. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Veterans Appreciation Day coming together Nov. 9

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
The Jones County Veterans Committee met for its final time before the Jones County Veterans Appreciation Day event to make sure all plans were in place for the upcoming celebration.Jones County’s Veterans Appreciation Day is scheduled Nov. 9 at the W.E.Knox Civic Center.

Real Life

News Staff
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
–George Sheffield Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was: and the spirit shall return uto God who gave it.--Eccl 12:7 Unless the Lord comes back, we will all taste death. Death is not a natural part of life.
Sent by Christ

Sent by Christ

Sent by Christ

News Staff
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Pastor & Mrs. Joe L. Ridley“Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore be wise as serpents and harmless as doves.
Hester

Hester

Road rage case ends with guilty plea

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
A road rage incident involving shots fired on a public highway not only resulted in charges but also a guilty plea by the individual who reported the incident to law enforcement.Christopher Lee Hester entered his plea to the offense of aggravated assault in Jones County Superior Court Oct. 24.
Corey Williams, left, reacts during Friday’s senior night festivities to the surprise appearance by his sister, Jaida Williams, currently serving in the United States military. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Corey Williams, left, reacts during Friday’s senior night festivities to the surprise appearance by his sister, Jaida Williams, currently serving in the United States military. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Soldier returns for Senior Night surprise

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Friday night was already pegged to be memorable at Greyhound Field with recognition planned for seniors across all fall sports at Jones County High School. But for one JCHS senior, it was a moment that he and his family will never forget.
Donna Welch

Donna Welch

Assessor arrested after battery accusation

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Jones County’s Sales Ratio woes appear to have created conflict among employees in the tax assessors’ office that hit a tipping point last week, resulting in the arrest of a county tax assessor.Donna Welch was arrested Oct.

Council faces problem it created with new well

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
The meeting of all committees for the Gray City Council included current projects, past issues and considered additional benefits for employees.The Oct. 21 meeting was called to order by Mayor Ed Barbee with all council members present except Benny Gray.
Early voting ends Friday

Early voting ends Friday

Early voting ends Friday

News Staff
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
As of Monday, a record 8,874 ballots have already been cast in Jones County. The last day to early vote is Friday at the Jones County Government Center, which closes at 5 p.m. Polling precincts will be open Tuesday, Nov. 5, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
District 4 BOC candidate Alton West

District 4 BOC candidate Alton West

West challenging Martin for BOC seat

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
The Republican candidate for Jones County’s Commission District 4 would like to bring some new ideas to the Board of Commissioners while being more accessible to the needs of his constituents.Alton West said in an Oct.
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