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Jones County Young Author award recipients who range from kindergarten students to seniors are recognized at the March 11 Board meeting. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Jones County Young Author award recipients who range from kindergarten students to seniors are recognized at the March 11 Board meeting. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

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BOE listens to proposal on county partnership

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
The Board of Education’s March meeting celebrated young authors, heard a partnership plan with the county and listened to public concerns.
Fiddler on the Roof Jr. presented April 4-6

Fiddler on the Roof Jr. presented April 4-6

Fiddler on the Roof Jr. presented April 4-6

Bethany Tapee
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Jones County Arts presents Fiddler on the Roof Jr., a musical adaptation of the classic Broadway story about Tevye, a humble dairyman living in the Jewish village of Anatevka.Join Jones County Arts to experience this tale and witness the talents of its young performers within the community.
The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

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The Jones County News salutes the local Veteran of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Allen Tabor is the local veteran of the week. He served in the U.S. Army from 1942-1945. He completed his basic training at Camp Wheeler in Macon, after which he was assigned to the 34th Infantry Division and was deployed to North Africa.
Kayla Whitley (right) receives her $100 gift card for winning the Valentine photo contest on jcnews. com. The winning photo was of her daughter, Magnolia. The card is presented by marketing representative Dianne Phillips. Check jcnews.com for information on future contests. CONTRIBUTED

Kayla Whitley (right) receives her $100 gift card for winning the Valentine photo contest on jcnews. com. The winning photo was of her daughter, Magnolia. The card is presented by marketing representative Dianne Phillips. Check jcnews.com for information on future contests. CONTRIBUTED

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Valentine photo contest

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Kayla Whitley (right) receives her $100 gift card for winning the Valentine photo contest on jcnews. com. The winning photo was of her daughter, Magnolia. The card is presented by marketing representative Dianne Phillips. Check jcnews.com for information on future contests.
Woods presents awards to JCHS teacher Armona

Woods presents awards to JCHS teacher Armona

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Woods presents awards to JCHS teacher Armona

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Georgia State Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Richard Woods has been instrumental in recognizing and supporting outstanding teachers of excellence in Georgia schools. He made a special trip to Jones County High School March 19 to recognize Windy Armona, who was one of his former students.
Owner Blake Watson stands in front of his branded Honey Heating & Air truck. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Owner Blake Watson stands in front of his branded Honey Heating & Air truck. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Watson opens Honey Heating & Air

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
A Jones County man is doing his part to provide good service that people in the community can afford by opening his own heating and air conditioning company.Blake Watson has been an HVAC technician for 16 years and provides everything from repairs and installation to sales.
Lodohnx E. Lenhardt

Lodohnx E. Lenhardt

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Driver forgiven by family but gets probation

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
The daughter of a woman killed in a motorcycle accident last year looked the man responsible in the eye and forgave him as he accepted responsibility by entering a guilty plea in Jones County Superior Court.
BrainMinders

BrainMinders

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BrainMinders

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
In recognition of Brain Awareness Month, the Pilot Club visited the Jones County Pre-K Center to share Pilot International’s signature program, BrainMinders. The program was presented using puppets, and the puppets focused on Brain Safety and Fitness.
Barbara Merritt

Barbara Merritt

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Barbara Merritt

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Wednesday, March 26, 2025
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Dr. Debbie Lucado-Gadd

Dr. Debbie Lucado-Gadd

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Dr. Debbie Lucado-Gadd

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Wednesday, March 26, 2025
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