News

Driver dies, five injured in wreck

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
A single vehicle accident on Graham Road July 3 resulted in the death of the driver and injuries to all five passengers.A report of the fatal collision by Jones County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Christopher Dominguez stated he was dispatched to the scene of the accident at 8:30 p.m.

Lawmakers conclude listening tour on access to cancer care

Ty Tagami
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
About 66,000 Georgians will get cancer this year, and 19,000 of them will die.That sobering estimate by the American Cancer Society explains why state lawmakers decided to study the disease this summer in an attempt to reduce the rate.“We are above the average for the nation,” Dr.
Jones County Commissioners and Gray City Council members at a June 30 meeting to start negotiations for the SPLOST renewal. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Jones County Commissioners and Gray City Council members at a June 30 meeting to start negotiations for the SPLOST renewal. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

City, county leaders to proceed with SPLOST renewal

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Jones County Commissioners hosted Gray City Council members last week for the first meeting about the renewal of the county’s Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax.Board of Commissioners Chairman Chris Weidner opened the June 30 meeting with a welcome to all in attendance.
Jones County has been part of the Georgia Statewide Bible reading effort for the past seven years. CONTRIBUTED

Jones County has been part of the Georgia Statewide Bible reading effort for the past seven years. CONTRIBUTED

Jones County to join statewide Bible reading

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Jones County is participating in the Georgia Statewide Bible Reading for the seventh year as the event continues to grow across the nation and world.The leader for the Jones County session is Debra Hall, who is dedicated to helping spread the word of God and leads several events throughout the year.
The Gray Garden Club met June 3rd at Bradley Baptist Church with a most informative program entitled “Biological Rhythms in Plants — Science and Practical Applications presented by Dr. Michael Grace.

The Gray Garden Club met June 3rd at Bradley Baptist Church with a most informative program entitled “Biological Rhythms in Plants — Science and Practical Applications presented by Dr. Michael Grace.

Gray Garden Club news

News Staff
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Gray Garden Club news
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, July 9, 2025
Grady Tyler is the local veteran of the week.He went into the U.S.Maritime Service at 16 years of age. He sailed on a liberty ship, working in the engine room on a four-hours-on/eighthours- off shift. His first trip was to Nova Scotia, Canada.

Real Life

–george Sheffield
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
“Now Joshua was clothed with filthy garments, and stood before the Angel“ Zech 3:3 Joshua was wearing filthy garments. He is trying to minister to God, but his religion can’t minister. Why not? Filthy clothes. Sin.

College Achievements

News Staff
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
University of MarylandThe following local student made Dean’s List for Fall 2024: Michelle Garner of Gray.Valdosta State UniversityThe following local students graduated Fall 2024: Clarissa Brown of Gray, Courtney Freeman of Gray, Kristen Mimbs of Gray and Katelyn Ward of Gray.
Jones County School System Clinton Burston introduces himself to Board of Commissioner members at their July 1 meeting. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Jones County School System Clinton Burston introduces himself to Board of Commissioner members at their July 1 meeting. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

BOC approves zoning requests, hears Jake’s Woods update

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
The Jones County Board of Commissioners cleared the way for the relocation of a church body, dealt with budget items and listened to issues with an airfield at their first July meeting.Chairman Chris Weidner called the July 1 meeting to order.
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