Marriage Licenses

Marriage licenses filed with the Jones County Probate Court June 23-29, 2023 JUNE 26 Demond K. Howard to Cynthia Ann Ravy Justin Levi Woodall to Shanya Nicole Kadian

Traffic Citations

Traffic citations filed with the Jones County Probate Court for June 23-29, 2023 Driving without a tag – 1 Operating vehicle without valid tag/decal – 7 Driving with suspended license 1st offense – 1 License: driving unlicensed – 1 No license on person – 1 Violation of license restrictions – 1 No...

The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

Thomas Elder is the local veteran of the week. He served in the U.S. Army from 1980 - 1999, including operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. During his service, he was awarded the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Good Conduct Medal (4th award), and the Army Service Ribbon.

This Week In the Word

Pastor & Mrs. Joe L. Ridley For everyone born of God is victorious and overcomes the world; and this is the victory that has conquered and overcome the world— our [continuing, persistent] faith [in Jesus the Son of God]. Who is the one who is victorious and overcomes the world?

Real Life

–George Sheffield “For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time, and then vanishes away.” (Jam 4:14) Ever see your breath on a cold, winter day? It’s a vapor that appears, and within seconds is gone. God says this is how our lives are.

Felon arrested on drug distribution, gun charges

A Twiggs County man is facing drug and firearm charges following his arrest during an ongoing investigation by the Jones County Sheriff’s Office.

4th of July

The June 29 Independence Day Extravaganza at Morris Bank Recreation Complex was another huge success. The evening concluded with a colossal  reworks display.

New library park ready in time for summer reading

A plan for an outdoor area at the Jones County Library that has been underway for close to two years is nearing completion in time to be enjoyed this summer.

Main Street manager explains buzz behind breweries

Gray City Council members considered uncollectable property taxes, the location of a test water well and the possibility of allowing a brewery in the city limits at their June All Committees meeting. The June 26 meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem James Collins.

Brodie re-elected to Board of Governors of Georgia State Bar

Ashley Mackin Brodie of Brodie Law Group in Gray has been elected to serve on the Board of Governors of the 54,000-member State Bar of Georgia.