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Dr. Jessica Graves (left) takes her place as superintendent of Jones County Schools at the Dec. 9 Board of Education meeting. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Dr. Jessica Graves (left) takes her place as superintendent of Jones County Schools at the Dec. 9 Board of Education meeting. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

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Graves takes reigns at December BOE meeting

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
The December meeting of the Jones County Board of Education was brief but significant in welcoming the new school superintendent.Board Chairman Ginger Bailey called the Dec. 9 meeting to order and spoke about her concern with legislation being considered by the General Assembly.

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City continues exploration for water wells

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
The City of Gray’s last Committee meeting discussed the progress of new city wells and the first report of the collection of 2025 property taxes.Mayor Pro Tem James Collins called the Dec.
GFD Firefighter of the Year Ernest Faircloth (center) with Lt. Jon Harrison (left) and Chief Keith Eisele. CONTRIBUTED

GFD Firefighter of the Year Ernest Faircloth (center) with Lt. Jon Harrison (left) and Chief Keith Eisele. CONTRIBUTED

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Gray Fire Dept. presents annual awards

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
The Gray Fire Department kicked off the holiday season earlier this month with its annual awards banquet, recognizing the dedication and hard work of its volunteer firefighters and support staff.

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DDA chooses new board member, officers

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The final meeting of 2025 for the Gray Downtown Development Authority included saying goodbye to a long-serving member and welcoming a new face to the board.The Dec. 1 meeting was called to order by Chairman Sherri Rollins, and the first item was the financial report.
Attorney General Carr makes run for governor

Attorney General Carr makes run for governor

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Attorney General Carr makes run for governor

Columnist
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
I sat down recently with Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr to talk about his decision to run for governor. Carr will face off against current Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, plus a couple of no-names in next May’s Republican primary, seeking to succeed current Gov.
Special occasions

Special occasions

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Special occasions

Ronda Rich
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
I never knew my friend’s Aunt Elsie. Still, the valuable lesson she taught me will never be forgotten.Miss Elsie died a while back in her tiny Alabama town, having lived to be 81. Her grandest adventure happened over 30 years ago when she had gone to see a cousin in Memphis.
A little advice for holiday travelers

A little advice for holiday travelers

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A little advice for holiday travelers

Bill Crane
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Should I ever be offered a seat on Santa’s transcontinental sleigh, up front or in the jump seat, I’m in! However, as I still have to work at staying off the naughty liston occasion, I am more likely to be stuckinComfort Plus, business, or coach during holiday travel.

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COUNTY RECREATION

Baseball, Softball Registration Now Open
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Baseball and softball registration is underway for both the Highway 18 and Highway 49 complexes.Jones County Little League registration for the 2026 season at Highway 18 ballpark is now open online and extends through Jan. 31. In-person registration will take place at the Knox Civic Center on Jan.
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