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Heavy equipment for those who really enjoy testing their strength is set up in the back room of the gym.

Heavy equipment for those who really enjoy testing their strength is set up in the back room of the gym.

A new gym has opened in Gray

News Staff
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Fitness Inferno, provides new and different health and fitness options for residents of Jones County. Rob Daughtry and Eddie Wright, owners and health partners of Fitness Inferno, are happy to open the gym.
The school has co_ns set up in dierent rooms on Highway 11 Halls of Horror, with possible vampires and other spooky creatures inside them. NATHAN CLARKE/ Contributed

The school has co_ns set up in dierent rooms on Highway 11 Halls of Horror, with possible vampires and other spooky creatures inside them. NATHAN CLARKE/ Contributed

Highway 11 Halls of Horror seeks help for Halloween

Alaina Clarke
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Halloween is around the corner, and two Jones County ladies are ramping up the spooky vibes by turning an old school in the area into a haunted school called Highway 11 Halls of Horror.
Masie Bryant cutting the ribbon at the ribbon cutting ceremony at her new boutique.

Masie Bryant cutting the ribbon at the ribbon cutting ceremony at her new boutique.

New boutique in Gray provides style on a budget

News Staff
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Story and photos by Alaina Clarke alaina@jcnews.com Boujee Bink Boutique, a new baby and women’s clothing shop, has opened up in Gray, giving women more options to buy budget friendly stylish clothing. The new boutique’s ribbon cutting with the Gray/ Jones County Chamber of Commerce was Aug. 18.
Board Chairman Chris Weidner (far right) commends Jones County Sheri_’s Oce Deputy Jimmy Howard (center) for going above and beyond his duties. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Board Chairman Chris Weidner (far right) commends Jones County Sheri_’s Oce Deputy Jimmy Howard (center) for going above and beyond his duties. DEBBIE LURIE-SMITH/Staff

Commissioners approve new water rates

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Deputy commended for his kindness The second meeting in August for the Jones County Board of Commissioners begin with an inspirational opening by a local pastor, Dr. Greg Thompson. Chairman Chris Weidner called the Aug. 16 meeting to order, and Thompson led the prayer and pledge.
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Qualifying open for November election of probate judge

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Qualifying to fill the vacancy of Judge of Probate Court for Jones County started Monday and will continue until Friday, Aug. 26, at noon. The office of Probate Judge is non-partisan. Qualifying is taking place at the elections office located at the Jones County Government Center from 9 a.m.
Shurling Drive store damage appears to have been caused by a vehicle driving through the wall.

Shurling Drive store damage appears to have been caused by a vehicle driving through the wall.

Smash-and-grabbers nab wrong ATM

Debbie Lurie-Smith
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Smash and grab burglaries can cover a range of crimes, one of the larger of which is driving through the wall of a building. Jones County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Dylan Joiner was dispatched to a store on Shurling Drive at approximately 5 a.m., Aug. 14, in reference to an alarm call.

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CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
Submit your events to articles@jcnews.com See more events and a regional events calendar online at www.jcnews.com LOOK FOR THE CALENDAR MENU ITEM St. James AME Revival and Homecoming St. James AME Church in Bradley will be having a community-wide Revival Aug. 16, 17, and 18 at 7:00 p.m.
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