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Grand jury indicts all 23 cases presented

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Charges include aggravated assault, fraud and molestationJones County’s Grand Jury met last week and considered a total of 23 bills of indictment with all 23 of the bills determined to be true bills. That means those charges will go forward to Superior Court.
Jones County Library patrons of all ages groups show up to help create a Butterfly garden and learn about pollinators. CONTRIBUTED

Jones County Library patrons of all ages groups show up to help create a Butterfly garden and learn about pollinators. CONTRIBUTED

Butterfly garden adds to outdoor education

Debbie Lurie-smith And Julie King
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
The Jones County Library is so much more than books, but that is not news to anyone who has visited the library in the past couple of years.One of the most recent additions to its outdoor education programs is the Butterfly Garden.
Historic homes tour opens Monticello festival week

Historic homes tour opens Monticello festival week

Historic homes tour opens Monticello festival week

News Staff
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Bridging Monticello, a non-profit civic group, has a week of fun-filled activities planned for April 12-19, beginning this Saturday with the Spring Tour of Homes, including the Monticello Garden Club’s annual flower show, and ending with a festival April 19 in downtown Monticello.
The Board of Tax Assessors currently consists of three members, but county commissioners plan to appoint two additional member to complete the board soon. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

The Board of Tax Assessors currently consists of three members, but county commissioners plan to appoint two additional member to complete the board soon. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Bids are out for revaluation of county tax digest

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
The Jones County Board of Tax Assessors held its monthly meeting last week and continued to on the path of putting the tax assessor office and county’s tax digest in order.The April 3 meeting was called to order by JCBTA Chairman Leigh Stanford.
Pilot Club holds fifth-annual Fashion Show

Pilot Club holds fifth-annual Fashion Show

Pilot Club holds fifth-annual Fashion Show

Story And Photos Contributed
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Elam Baptist Church’s Fellowship Hall was transformed with 23 beautifully decorated tables for the Jones County Pilot Club’s fifth Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon.The March 29 event took place with a room full of Pilot members and special guests.
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, April 9, 2025
Myrtice Marie Thomas is the local veteran of the week. She achieved the rank of sergeant first class (E7) and retired after 23 years of service in the U.S. Army. Her primary specialty was operating room SP; she served throughout Europe and Asia.
Woodmen Life Chapter 542 presented a Phoenix fire helmet to firefighter Lucas Garrett Kitchens. Garrett is the grandson of chapter president Chris Smarr. Pictured are (l-r): Fred and Teresa Allen, Chis Smarr, Lucas Garrett Kitchens and Heath Green. CONTRIBUTED

Woodmen Life Chapter 542 presented a Phoenix fire helmet to firefighter Lucas Garrett Kitchens. Garrett is the grandson of chapter president Chris Smarr. Pictured are (l-r): Fred and Teresa Allen, Chis Smarr, Lucas Garrett Kitchens and Heath Green. CONTRIBUTED

Kitchens receives Phoenix helmet

News Staff
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Kitchens receives Phoenix helmet
Clifton Ridge hosts Great Math and Science Night

Clifton Ridge hosts Great Math and Science Night

Clifton Ridge hosts Great Math and Science Night

Bethany Tapee
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Clifton Ridge Middle School held its Great Math and Science Night, a Title I event for Cougar families to learn about Georgia Milestones testing strategies, engage in hands-on math and science activities, and participate in the school book fair.
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