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Kiwanis President, Joe Briley Jr. presented a donation of $750 from the Jones County Kiwanis Club to Pam Peek, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Jones County. Peek is also CEO of the Baldwin County Boys & Girls Club. She made an inspirational talk on the work of the organization and presented an informative slide show of its activities this past year. CONTRIBUTED

Kiwanis President, Joe Briley Jr. presented a donation of $750 from the Jones County Kiwanis Club to Pam Peek, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Jones County. Peek is also CEO of the Baldwin County Boys & Girls Club. She made an inspirational talk on the work of the organization and presented an informative slide show of its activities this past year. CONTRIBUTED

Boys and Girls Club donation

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Kiwanis President, Joe Briley Jr. presented a donation of $750 from the Jones County Kiwanis Club to Pam Peek, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Jones County. Peek is also CEO of the Baldwin County Boys & Girls Club.
Cogburn with Georgia Organization of Nurse Leaders award in 2016. CONTRIBUTED

Cogburn with Georgia Organization of Nurse Leaders award in 2016. CONTRIBUTED

Cogburn has used her career as nurse to help many

Greenberry Moore
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
A man with any sense at all would never call a woman old, but Becky Cogburn uses that term for herself — and a lot of friends.Cogburn, now 69, recently shared that she had a thought when she retired from nursing in 2023.“I said, ‘God, I still feel like I got some good years in me.
Dr. Jake Jenkins (left) and Dr. Kenneth Kay in front of Jenkins’ certificates and degrees displayed at the dental practice. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Dr. Jake Jenkins (left) and Dr. Kenneth Kay in front of Jenkins’ certificates and degrees displayed at the dental practice. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Jenkins now leading West Clinton Family Dentistry

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
A local dental office is under new management with the former management sticking around to enjoy watching the transition.The name of the office of Dr. Kenneth Kay DMD has been changed to West Clinton Family Dentistry.In a recent interview with the doctor, he explained that Dr. Jake Jenkins is now...
The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Benjamin Andrew Gordon is the local veteran of the week. He was a petty officer third class in the US Navy from 1964-1969 and did his basic training in San Diego, CA. He is a Vietnam War veteran and served in the Pacific aboard the USS Coontz.Do you know a veteran we can feature?
Josephine Thurman Bland

Josephine Thurman Bland

Josephine Thurman Bland

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
June 17, 1925Happy Heavenly Birthday to our mom on her special day!Forever in our thoughts and hearts.

All 21 cases before grand jury move forward

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Jones County’s Grand Jury met earlier this month and true billed 21 indictments presented that included charges of drugs, theft, aggravated assault, incest and child molestation.The grand jury met June 5 and listened to evidence from prosecutors, deputies and investigators from the Jones County...

BOE approves policy changes; budget reviewed

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Jones County’s Board of Education had a marathon Monday last week with virtual training sessions held before a budget workshop that started at 5 p.m. followed by a lengthy business meeting at 6 that ended after 9 p.m.A vote by board members at the conclusion of the June 9 meeting announced more...
Marco’s Pizza bringing fresh energy to Jones County

Marco’s Pizza bringing fresh energy to Jones County

Marco’s Pizza bringing fresh energy to Jones County

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
A family-owned business built on perseverance, opportunity and community connection is continuing to make its mark in Jones County.Marco’s Pizza, located at 198 W. Clinton Street in Gray, opened its doors in June 2023, expanding from a successful operation in Madison that was purchased by Ryan...

Jail Report

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
JUNE 5-12, 2026Yosuany Abreu Gonzalez, 54, arrested 6/10/26 – suspended or revoked license Tracy Lyn Adams, 53, arrested 6/7/26 – possession controlled substance, drugs not in original container misdemeanor, possession controlled substance, affixing materials that reduce or increase light...
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