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James Davis (second left) was appointed Interim chief appraiser at a March 10 called meeting of the Jones County Board of Tax Assessors. Davis has 50-plus years of experience in the field, including serving as chief appraiser in four counties and as a Georgia Department of Revenue training Instructor. Board members Leigh Stanford (l-r), Andrea Riley and Joe Rutledge are also pictured.

James Davis (second left) was appointed Interim chief appraiser at a March 10 called meeting of the Jones County Board of Tax Assessors. Davis has 50-plus years of experience in the field, including serving as chief appraiser in four counties and as a Georgia Department of Revenue training Instructor. Board members Leigh Stanford (l-r), Andrea Riley and Joe Rutledge are also pictured.

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Davis to oversee correction of tax digest

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
The Jones County Board of Tax Assessors held two called meetings last week. The first was to appoint an interim chief appraiser, and the second was their rescheduled monthly meeting.Board Chairman Leigh Stanford led both meetings.The March 10 meeting took less than 15 minutes.
Mattie Wells Elementary students went fishing for prizes during the school’s literacy event last month. BETHANY TAPEE/Staff

Mattie Wells Elementary students went fishing for prizes during the school’s literacy event last month. BETHANY TAPEE/Staff

Reading is ‘snow much fun’ at Mattie Wells

Bethany Tapee
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Mattie Wells Elementary School hosted a literacy event called “Reading is Snow Much Fun” for students and their families, featuring interactive activities, educational games, and exciting prizes.
Lamar (l-r) with wife Geraldine, Charisee, Austin and Yul. CONTRIBUTED

Lamar (l-r) with wife Geraldine, Charisee, Austin and Yul. CONTRIBUTED

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Longtime educator rose above early challenges

Greenberry Moore
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
It is probably safe to say there are not too many school administrators who are professional house painters as well, but Emory Lamar has proven he can do both jobs — successfully.Lamar is a lifelong Jones Countian and a retired school administrator who has been painting since his teens.
Women in Mission hosts annual yard sale at Gray Methodist

Women in Mission hosts annual yard sale at Gray Methodist

Women in Mission hosts annual yard sale at Gray Methodist

Brandy Round
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Women in Mission hosted its highly anticipated Annual Yard Sale last week with all proceeds benefiting those in need locally.The event was held March 1 at Gray Methodist Church. The ‘indoor yard sale’ has become a tradition that the community looks forward to each year.

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Marriage Licenses

News Staff
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Marriage licenses filed with the Jones County Probate Court Feb. 26 – March 6, 2025 FEB. 28Blake Austin Mueller to Chelsea Nicole Hubbard Willie James Williams to Talisa Glover MARCH 3Antonio L. Gibson to Maria Victoria Diaz Alvarez MARCH 5Joseph Rossner Cash to Sara Nicole Brown

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Building Permits

News Staff
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
FEB. 28 – MARCH 6, 20253/3/25 Bruce Tidwell $505.433/4/25 Sherry Thompson $373.003/4/25 Sherry Thompson $452.003/4/25 Sherry Thompson $370.003/4/25 Sherry Thompson $336.003/4/25 Sherry Thompson $370.003/4/25 Sherry Thompson $285.003/5/25 Thomas Byrd $150.003/5/25 Lubwela Lubenjo $294.00

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Crime Watch

News Staff
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
The following information is gleaned from incident reports, which are public record, from the Jones County Sheriff’s Department and Gray Police Department Feb. 27, 2025.Feb.
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