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Support sought to raise children after tragic loss

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
A GoFundMe page has been set up for the members of a Jones County family who needs help following a series of events beyond their control. The two children of a suicide victim are the ones paying the consequences for the horrific events that took place March 27.
The Greyhounds and Lady Greyhounds found plenty to celebrate as both were victorious in the championship round of last week’s Morris Bank Holiday Tournament. SEE FULL COVERAGE >> PAGE C1 BRAD HARRISON/Staff

The Greyhounds and Lady Greyhounds found plenty to celebrate as both were victorious in the championship round of last week’s Morris Bank Holiday Tournament. SEE FULL COVERAGE >> PAGE C1 BRAD HARRISON/Staff

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Tournament champions!

News Staff
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Superintendent Mr. Lundy awards Leah Reynolds, CRMS student her certificate as a 22-23 REACH Scholar recipient at the Dec. 5 signing ceremony. CONTRIBUTED

Superintendent Mr. Lundy awards Leah Reynolds, CRMS student her certificate as a 22-23 REACH Scholar recipient at the Dec. 5 signing ceremony. CONTRIBUTED

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New athletic director named at BOE meeting

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
The final Board of Education meeting of 2022 ended with the hiring of a new athletic director for the district. The unanimous vote to hire Chad Alligood as the Athletic Director for the Jones County School System filled the vacancy left by the previous director, Barry Veal.
Troy N. Scarborough

Troy N. Scarborough

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Husband sentenced to 60 years for wife’s death

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Negotiated pleas are by definition a compromise between the state and the defendant, which means neither side gets everything they want. Troy Newton Scarborough entered a guilty plea in Jones County Superior Court Dec. 15 and received a sentence of 60 years to serve in prison.
Post Commander Russell Curry (left) presents a plaque of appreciation to Scott Walston. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Post Commander Russell Curry (left) presents a plaque of appreciation to Scott Walston. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

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American Legion celebrates fund-raising efforts

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
American Legion Post 142 celebrated its members and their fundraising efforts at their annual Christmas Party held at Chevy’s Pizza. The Dec. 14 party was attended by 34 members, spouses and friends.

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Crime Watch

News Staff
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
The following information is gleaned from incident reports, which are public record, from the Jones County Sheriff’s Department and Gray Police Department Dec. 10-13, 2022. Dec. 10 Sgt.

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Superior Court Motions

Probation Modifications
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
DEC. 15, 2022 State vs. Willie Thomas Washington – defendant ordered to serve 90 days in the Jones County jail. He shall be released at the discretion of the sheriff. He shall return to regular probation supervision.

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Real Estate

News Staff
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
DEC. 9-15, 2022 DEC. 9 Rivercliffs LLC, T. D. Brantley (individually/member) and Susan C. Brantley (individually/member) to Andrew Rudd, III and Christy Rudd; parcel J50B00102, 103, 104, 105; $25,000.
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