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Multiple types of treatment options are available

Multiple types of treatment options are available

Multiple types of treatment options are available

News Staff
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Breast cancer is marked by the formation of malignant cells in the various tissues of the breast.Family history and other factors like age increase a person’s risk for breast cancer.
Understanding different types of mammograms

Understanding different types of mammograms

Understanding different types of mammograms

News Staff
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Mammograms remain the most effective method for diagnosing breast cancer and catching the disease in its earliest, most treatable stages.While various health organizations recommend different screening intervals, the American Cancer Society advises annual mammograms for women ages 40 to 54.

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News Staff
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Thanks to early detection and improved therapies, many cases of breast cancer are successfully treated.However, the Susan G. Komen organization reports breast cancer survival rates vary depending on the stage of the disease at the time of diagnosis.
ew citizens, candidates show up for forum

ew citizens, candidates show up for forum

Few citizens, candidates show up for forum

Greenberry Moore
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
If voter turnout in the upcoming General Election in Gray mirrors the attendance at a meet-the-candidates forum last week, poll workers will have a lot of idle time on their hands Nov. 4.The problem is, while basically no disinterested party showed up at Butler Hall Sept.
Ron Houze reads during a previous Bible reading. CONTRIBUTED

Ron Houze reads during a previous Bible reading. CONTRIBUTED

Read Thru the Bible event starts Saturday

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
A dedicated group of Christians is starting their biggest event of the year Saturday, reading through the entire Bible.The “Read Thru the Bible” event is scheduled to take place Oct. 11-18, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the gazebo at Carol’s Park and everyone is invited to participate.

CALENDAROF EVENTS

News Staff
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Read thru the BibleCommunity wide event Oct. 11 18, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. daily at Carol’s Park Gazebo. Come to the park at your convenience or reserve a specific time by contacting kbomin092@gmail.com or text 478-456-1597.
Brad, Joy, Bonnie and Frank Duke in 1987. CONTRIBUTED

Brad, Joy, Bonnie and Frank Duke in 1987. CONTRIBUTED

Duke has continued volunteer work in retirement

Greenberry Moore
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Frank Duke has been retired for more than 25 years, but he has not stopped trying to do his part to help his community in a variety of ways.A Georgia Power retiree, Duke, 82, had to go to work early in life. His dad died in 1954 at the age of 54.
The ribbon cutting for Willoway Preschool is celebrated by the Jones County/Gray Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Gray Sept. 24 at its location at 133 Bill Conn Parkway. Executive Director Ashley Williams is surrounded by staff and chamber members as she cuts the ribbon. Williams said the Gray location is the first of three for the company to open, and the estimated opening date is Oct. 27. For more information, go to www.willowaypreschool.com or call 478-219-8760. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

The ribbon cutting for Willoway Preschool is celebrated by the Jones County/Gray Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Gray Sept. 24 at its location at 133 Bill Conn Parkway. Executive Director Ashley Williams is surrounded by staff and chamber members as she cuts the ribbon. Williams said the Gray location is the first of three for the company to open, and the estimated opening date is Oct. 27. For more information, go to www.willowaypreschool.com or call 478-219-8760. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Willoway Preschool cuts ribbon

News Staff
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Willoway Preschool cuts ribbon
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, October 1, 2025
W. H. “Wink” DuBose Jr. is out local veteran of the week. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II.Do you know a veteran we can feature? Email us at articles@jcnews.com or call 478-986-3929.
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