Collins announces bid for re-election

Gray’s mayor pro tem is seeking another term in the office, which would be his second full term, although he has been in office since 2018.In an Aug. 1 interview, James Collins talked about how he came to live in Gray, his accomplishments to date and his hope for the future of the city.

Man pleads guilty to witness intimidation, forgery

A Milledgeville man was recently in Jones County Superior Court facing charges for four cases, including witness intimidation and forgery.Edward Jerome Broadus Jr. entered guilty pleas to two of the cases July 17, and the other two were dismissed as part of plea negotiations with the state.

Lurie enters race for Gray City Council seat

A new candidate has thrown her hat into the ring of the City of Gray’s political arena for the upcoming election.Natalie Lurie announced her intention to run for city council in an interview this past weekend. She will be a candidate in the city’s District 3.

Crime Watch

The following information is gleaned from incident reports, which are public record, from the Jones County Sheriff’s Department and Gray Police Department July 18-22, 2025.July 26Scam Alert – be awareDep.

Gray Memorial buys former Cedar Ridge Cemetery

Four and a half years after being placed in a receivership by the state, the former Cedar Ridge Cemetery is once again locally owned and managed.

Multi-county fugitive finally found hiding in dresser

A Macon woman had been sought a few years by authorities in several Middle Georgia counties until last week, when deputies found her hiding in a chest of drawers.

Sheriff: state let victims continue to lose money

Multiple delays in the process of dealing with Cedar Ridge Cemetery created frustration for law enforcement and those who own plots.Sheriff Butch Reece recalled that frustration following the recent purchase of the cemetery, which was ultimately placed in receivership by the state in 2021.

Georgia lawmakers to weigh repealing income tax

Policy wonks on both sides of an upcoming debate in the General Assembly over whether to eliminate Georgia’s income tax are advocating a cautious approach.“That’s a very lofty goal,” said Danny Kanso, senior fiscal analyst with the progressive- leaning Georgia Budget & Policy Institute.

Husted finds calling in helping horses, rescuers

Rebecca Husted has been across the United States and in other countries utilizing her expertise in large animal rescues, but she and her husband share their talents locally as well.

Pavilion for food distribution approved

Jones County Commissioners once again showed support for the City of Gray at their recent board meeting, agreeing with the need to keep large trucks from traveling through the city.