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John Simmons brings artifacts he found while working on the Jakes Woods property to the Nov. 18 BOC meeting. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

John Simmons brings artifacts he found while working on the Jakes Woods property to the Nov. 18 BOC meeting. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Jake’s Woods

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
The Jones County Board of Commissioners took a moment to thank an employee who has been working diligently to help preserve an important part of Jones County’s history at its meeting last week.Chairman Chris Weidner called the Nov.
Stacey Blanton

Stacey Blanton

Blanton wins top music award

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
A Jones County native who took time off from her career for her family has taken top awards in last month’s county awards in Georgia and is poised to break through to the national scene.

Progress continues on countywide property revaluation

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
The November meeting of the Jones County Board of Tax Assessors ended with good news about progress for the countywide revaluation.The Nov. 6 meeting was called to order by Chairman Dr. Leigh Stanford, and the opening prayer and pledge was led by board member Joe Rutledge.
CRMS honors veterans with patriotic program

CRMS honors veterans with patriotic program

CRMS honors veterans with patriotic program

Bethany Tapee
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Clifton Ridge Middle School hosted a heartfelt Veterans Day program last month to honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces.The event brought together students, staff, families, and local veterans for a morning of music, reflection, and gratitude.
CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

News Staff
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Submit your events to articles@jcnews.comSee more events and a regional events calendar online at www.jcnews.com LOOK FOR THE CALENDAR MENU ITEMChristmas ParadeSponsored by Masonic Lodge # 430. Dec. 9, 7 p.m. Make-up date for weather will be Dec. 11, 7 p.m.Live drive-thru NativityDec.
Be Pro Be Proud brings career exploration to students

Be Pro Be Proud brings career exploration to students

Be Pro Be Proud brings career exploration to students

Bethany Tapee
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Jones County eighth graders explored hands-on career simulations during the Be Pro Be Proud event, which featured a mobile workshop designed to introduce students to high-demand skilled trades.Justina Brown, project manager for Be Pro Be Proud, explained the purpose of the program.
Carrollton was much bigger than Gray, but the downtown area was not. Gray Police Chief Adam Lowe said he was recently in Watkinsville, and it had a great public venue near its downtown. Collins announced the Employee of the Month, Adarius Gray, who has been working in public works since July of 2024. Morgan said Gray has already earned several water certifications and is an asset to the city and community.

Carrollton was much bigger than Gray, but the downtown area was not. Gray Police Chief Adam Lowe said he was recently in Watkinsville, and it had a great public venue near its downtown. Collins announced the Employee of the Month, Adarius Gray, who has been working in public works since July of 2024. Morgan said Gray has already earned several water certifications and is an asset to the city and community.

Holiday events announced at council meeting

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
The November All Committees meeting for the City of Gray included a visit from officers of Cadence Bank with news of the bank’s merger with a larger bank corporation headquartered in Ohio and reassurance that the city’s accounts were in good hands.Mayor Pro Tem James Collins called the Nov.
Let’s honor Charles Person

Let’s honor Charles Person

Let’s honor Charles Person

Randall Harman
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Charles Person’s last speaking appearance was right here in Lake Country at the movie theater. It was a republican gathering with the theme… when blacks and whites come together for a common cause…Show of unity.However, Charles was a democrat.
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