The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

C.S. “Red” Coleman is the local veteran of the week. He was a proud member of the U.S. Army and served in the Pacific Theater during World War II.Do you know a veteran we can feature? Email us at articles@jcnews.com or call 478-986-3929.

Real Life

“O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Cor 15:55, 57).For believers’ death is only a doorway to eternal joy when we enter into the arms of Jesus. In many ways death is like birth.

Prayer for Spiritual Strength

For this reason I bow my knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man, sothatChristmaydwell in your hearts through...

Georgia lawmakers coming to grips with mill closings

The impact of International Paper’s decision to close two pulp and paper mills in Coastal Georgia at the end of this month will spread far beyond those workers directly affected, state Commissioner of Agriculture Tyler Harper said Wednesday.

Childs pleads guilty; to serve one year in prison

At the conclusion of a long day in a federal courtroom, Alan Childs was sentenced to 12 months plus one day in prison, with restitution to be decided within 90 days.U.S. District Judge Marc Treadwell pronounced the sentence following eight hours listening to witness testimonies and arguments by U.S.

BOC increases coroner pay; discusses vendor choice

The Jones County Board of Commissioners increased pay for the coroner and deputy coroners at last week’s meeting, which was the first time it had been increased in 34 years.Chairman Chris Weidner called the Sept. 2 meeting to order, and the opening prayer and pledge were led by Greg Mullis.

Program addresses food insecurity through schools

Food insecurity was one of the topics discussed at the Jones County Board of Education’s September business meeting with one school putting forth the effort to do more than talk about it.Chairman Ginger Bailey called the Sept.9 meeting to order and welcomed those in the audience.

Manning Brothers: More than half a century of innovative food service

Great people meet challenges with innovative solutions, and we’ve been there. Whatever your food service opportunity, we’ve likely seen it—and solved it—before. At Manning Brothers, you are served by people with real-world, frontline experience.

Open Records

Information found on the Jones County Open Records page has been gathered by The Jones County News from various institutions and public offices. Reports gleaned from public records reflect the information as it appears on the documents provided. Subscribe online at www.jcnews.com.

Real Estate Transactions

SEPT. 511, 2025SEPT. 5Brittany Lynn Clark to Complete Custom Homes, LLC; 111 Old Stagecoach Rd.; parcel M01C00110; $21,000.00 Todd Alfred Bright to Jenny Lynn Durham; 111 Stone Edge Dr., Lot 22 Stone Edge Estates, PB 15/200; 3 acres; parcel J320032V; $449,900.00SEPT.