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Jordy Nipper whips his car ariund the track during a recent race at Cochran Motor Speedway. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Jordy Nipper whips his car ariund the track during a recent race at Cochran Motor Speedway. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Continuing Legacy

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Nipper carries on family’s love of racing “They can’t put it in you, and they can’t take it out.” - J.K. Simmons, portraying Ralph Earnhardt in “3, The Dale Earnhardt Story” —— Over time, families pass down many things from one generation to the next.

Ravens win 20-0 in season debut

News Staff
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
The Georgia Ravens debuted with a win on the road Saturday, blanking the Winchester Ducks 20-0. The Ravens took control early, leading 12-0 at the half on the way to the victory.

Angling for catfish? DNR offers summer tips

News Staff
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
The summer months are filled with activities to enjoy outside, and angling for catfish is among them as there are plenty of locations statewide to do so, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Division.

YOUTH SIGN-UPS

News Staff
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Football, Cheerleading Registrations are still being accepted for youth football and cheerleading for this fall’s season in Jones County. Registration is $130 per person and is open through Aug. 1. There will be a mandatory uniform fitting, and a birth certificate should be brought when signing up.
Meteoric growth of pickleball continues

Meteoric growth of pickleball continues

Meteoric growth of pickleball continues

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Last summer, the commitment of Jones County to the sport of pickleball was front and center when the ribbon cutting for the six pickleball courts at the Morris Bank Recreation Complex was held. The result since then has been a significant return on investment.
9-11 Baseball All Stars take fi eld

9-11 Baseball All Stars take fi eld

9-11 Baseball All Stars take field

News Staff
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Jones County’s 9-11 Baseball All Stars took the field last week in the district tournament held at Warner Robins American Little League, ultimately bowing out to eventual district champion Warner Robins American as well as Vine Ingle.
Ravens kicking off season this weekend, home opener July 22

Ravens kicking off season this weekend, home opener July 22

Ravens kicking off season this weekend, home opener July 22

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Jones County is home to Brandon Hamilton. For that reason, the co-owner of the Georgia Ravens, a local semi pro football team, is excited for Saturday when the Ravens, comprised heavily of those from Jones County, opens the season at the Winchester Ducks.
Greyhounds quarterback Devin Edmonds awaits the snap during one of last month’s workouts. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Greyhounds quarterback Devin Edmonds awaits the snap during one of last month’s workouts. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Hounds look forward to resuming workouts after break

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
After nearly a month of voluntary summer workouts, the Greyhounds are in the midst of a two-week break. That respite will end next week following the second of the GHSA’s two summer dead weeks for all sports. After that, voluntary workouts can resume.
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