Night to Shine kickoff a success ahead of 2025 event

The kickoff for an event that brings an unforgettable evening for special needs individuals in the community was a great success thanks to the generosity of a local business and the support of the people of Jones County.

JCSO drug unit makes trafficking arrest

An ongoing undercover drug investigation led to the arrest of an Acworth man on a trafficking and distribution charge.Christian Orlando Gonzalez, 38, was arrested Sept. 30 and charged with the purchase, possession, manufacture and distribution of marijuana and the trafficking of methamphetamine.

BOE discusses test results, family engagement

The Jones County Board of Education received reports and assessment updates for the Jones County School System at its October meeting.The Oct. 8 meeting began with a report from Board Chairman Ginger Bailey.

Council sets tax rate; will be increase for many

Many property owners in Gray are likely to see an increase in their tax bills to some degree this year as the result of a vote by City Council last week.With councilman Benny Gray still not in attendance, the four council members with no discussion unanimously adopted a net tax levy of 9.

New fees go to commissioners for approval

The Jones County Board of Health took another step toward fee increases for environmental services as well as listening to the usual quarterly reports at their September meeting.Board Chairman Ed Barbee called the Sept. 25 meeting to order. The meeting had been postponed from Sept.

Helene damage to Georgia farms estimated at $6.46 billion

Hurricane Helene caused at least $6.46 billion in losses to Georgia farmers, according to preliminary estimates released Thursday by the University of Georgia College of Agriculture & Environmental Science.

Wall of Books offers old and new book selections year-round

Walls of Books in Milledgeville offers a selection of new and used books for readers of any age.Opening in July of 2020, Wall of Books established itself as an affordable bookstore with a vast selection of books and genres.

The benefits of breast cancer support groups

2024 Special SupplementMillions of women across the globe are diagnosed with breast cancer each year. According to the World Cancer Research Fund International, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women each year, with nearly three million new cases confirmed every 12 months.

How to conduct a breast self-exam

Catching cancer in its earliest stages, when it can be treated most successfully, can increase the chances individuals who develop the disease go on to live long, healthy lives.

Physical symptoms of breast cancer

The World Cancer Research Fund International reports that breast cancer is the second most common cancer across the globe, and the number one cancer in women. Nearly three million new cases of breast cancer in women are diagnosed across the globe each year.