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Pictured l-r): Melissa Stephens, Lt. Governor, Southeast District and Jacque Hatcher, Georgia District Governor for 2026-27. CONTRIBUTED

Pictured l-r): Melissa Stephens, Lt. Governor, Southeast District and Jacque Hatcher, Georgia District Governor for 2026-27. CONTRIBUTED

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Pilot Club of Jones County installs new officers

News Staff
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
The Pilot Club of Jones County met Tuesday, June 23, for the installation of officers, with 42 members and four guests in attendance.
This Week In the Word

This Week In the Word

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This Week In the Word

Desire To Know God’s Way
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Pastor & Mrs. Joe L. RidleyHow can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your word. (God’s word) With my whole heart I have sought You; Oh, let me not wander from Your commandments! Your word I have hidden in my heart, That I might not sin against You.
The Jones County Public Library extended its appreciation to the Kiwanis Club of Jones County for its donation. Pictured is Bill Goodman, vice president, presenting the check to Julie King, branch manager. CONTRIBUTED

The Jones County Public Library extended its appreciation to the Kiwanis Club of Jones County for its donation. Pictured is Bill Goodman, vice president, presenting the check to Julie King, branch manager. CONTRIBUTED

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Kiwanis donates to library

News Staff
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Kiwanis donates to library
The lobby of the W. E. Knox Center was beautiful June 6, when the Gray Garden Club held its annual daylily display. Over 100 specimens were entered into the competition. Winners were Deon Hutcheson, first place; Greg Thompson, second place; and Lynn Edwards, third place; Best in Show: Deon Hutcheson, first place; and Marcia Whidby, second place. CONTRIBUTED

The lobby of the W. E. Knox Center was beautiful June 6, when the Gray Garden Club held its annual daylily display. Over 100 specimens were entered into the competition. Winners were Deon Hutcheson, first place; Greg Thompson, second place; and Lynn Edwards, third place; Best in Show: Deon Hutcheson, first place; and Marcia Whidby, second place. CONTRIBUTED

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GGC daylily display

News Staff
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
GGC daylily display

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Superior Court Motions

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
JULY 10, 2026PLEASState vs. Makayla Faith Smith – 12 months each ct. 1: public drunkenness, ct. 2: criminal trespass. Counts to run concurrently for a total of 12 months. Sentence to be served on probation, credit for time served 2/21/26 – 2/24/26.State vs. Jamel Dominque Ross – five years ct.

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Real Estate Transactions

News Staff
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
JULY 29, 2026JULY 2Edgar Hughston Builder, Inc. to Adam Alicea Brooks and Christina Zeppa; 700 Jasmine Dr.; parcel M03A00041; $270,400.00 James Joseph Eugene Comer to Brenton Lee Skinner and Melinda Rebecca Skinner; parcel G0800130; $215,000.

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Jail Report

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
JULY 310, 2026Jay Wendell Barnes, 38, arrested 7/5/26 – suspended or revoked licenseDayne Gary Billie, 40, arrested 7/6/26 – probation violation for fingerprintable charge felonyJerome Andre Brewer, 41, arrested 7/7/26 – weight restrictions/no thru trucks, holding/supporting wireless...
Brett McMichael (left) and father Glenn with one of their favorite pastimes, rebuilding Farmall tractors. CONTRIBUTED

Brett McMichael (left) and father Glenn with one of their favorite pastimes, rebuilding Farmall tractors. CONTRIBUTED

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McMichael remembered for faith, family, firefighting

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Helps others keep living through organ donationA Jones County family who has given decades of service to their community by saving lives and property as Fire/Rescue volunteers are receiving comfort with the knowledge that a beloved family member will continue to help others.
Members of the Jones County 8U Coach Pitch State Champion softball team and their coaches are celebrated by the Jones County Board of Commissioners at their July 6 meeting. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Members of the Jones County 8U Coach Pitch State Champion softball team and their coaches are celebrated by the Jones County Board of Commissioners at their July 6 meeting. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

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BOC approves $3.5M bid for Hwy. 49 water

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Last week’s Jones County Commission meeting had an exciting beginning with accolades for a team of small girls who brought a state championship to the county in Girls Coach Pitch.
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