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Pedestrian Killed in Afternoon Accident
The Toombs County Sheriff’s Department received a call for a wreck involving a pedestrian and a white semi-truck near the intersection of US Highway 1 and CH Slaton Road in Toombs County at 1:42 pm Friday.
Upon arrival, deputies found William Michael Hadlock, age 44, of Jesup in the roadway with
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- Newsbreak | | 28 June 2024 | 17:06
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Calton, Demond – Snellville, GA – Theft by Conversion.
Johnson, Emily – Lyons - Bench Warrant (Vidalia Police).
Adams, Hailey – Statesboro – Theft by Taking.
Gilchriest, Destany – Theft by Taking Motor Vehicle.
Smith, Shaquan - Vidalia -
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- Newsbreak | | 28 June 2024 | 09:46
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Time to Register for School Bus Transportation
Vidalia City Schools has issued the following press release:
The Vidalia City School System always strives to keep our parents and stakeholders apprised of the latest news and happenings in and around the District. Although we are still six weeks before the beginning of the school year, now is the
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- Newsbreak | | 27 June 2024 | 13:16
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Vidalia City Manager Addresses Proposed Homeless Ordinance
A recent front-page article in the local newspaper has caused quite a buzz on social media about the plight of the unhoused in Vidalia, even though the ordinance has not actually been passed by the Council.
These radio stations reached out to the City of Vidalia and were told they did not wish to
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- Newsbreak | | 26 June 2024 | 14:48
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Missing Laurens County Man's Truck Located in Griffin
The truck belonging to a Laurens County man who has been missing since Monday June 10 was located last Friday by a Spalding County deputy.
According to Major Dwayne Jones, Public Affairs Officer of the Spaulding County Sheriff’s Office, the truck belonging to Garland Warren was found behind a
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- Newsbreak | | 25 June 2024 | 15:14
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Montgomery County Boat Ramp Closure; Alternate Access
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources, in collaboration with the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners, announces the temporary closure of the boat ramp located on Dead River Road in Montgomery County for necessary renovations.
According to personnel with the Wildlife Resources Division
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- Newsbreak | | 25 June 2024 | 13:50
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Toombs County Murderer Found Dead in Prison Cell
An inmate who was found dead in his cell at least one day after he died in Dooly State Prison in Unadilla had ties to the Lyons and Vidalia communities.
Dooly County Coroner James Hudson confirmed that Carlito Omar Soldiew-Acosta was found in his isolation cell last Saturday and had been deceased
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- Newsbreak | | 24 June 2024 | 15:02
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Vidalia Lions Recognized For Years of Service
The Vidalia Lions Club recently recognized two of their longest serving members. Lion Mackey Bryant was recognized for his 50 years of service to the Lions Club and Lion Tracy Clark was recognized for 30 years of service to the club. Vidalia Lions Club President Fred Godbee presented the Lions with
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- Newsbreak | | 24 June 2024 | 14:01
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Today's Top Stories From ABC News - June 24th
SEVERE WEATHER - HEAT/FLOODING
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More than 100 million Americans were under heat alerts across 27 states from coast to coast this weekend. Washington DC broke 100 degrees. The heat dome is expanding, but temps in the Northeast may be cooled by potential severe thunderstorms. Excessive heat warnings- Information
- Newsbreak | | 24 June 2024 | 07:21
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Tony Hawkins Tabbed as New Director of Track and Field/Cross Country
MOUNT VERNON, Ga. – Brewton-Parker College Vice President for Athletics, Chris Dooley, has tabbed Tony Hawkins as the director of both the Barons Track and Field and Cross Country programs.
Hawkins comes to Mount Vernon from Carrollton, Georgia where he has been the assistant coach at the
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- Sportsbreak | | 26 June 2024 | 06:41
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Toombs County Soccer GACA All-State Honors
Congratulations to the following Toombs County soccer members for their GACA All-State honors:
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Great representation after a historic season!(Courtesy of Toombs County Athletics)
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- Sportsbreak | | 25 June 2024 | 09:05
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Sports & Scores This Week (6-24-24)
June 24-- Here are the latest sports schedules and scores for the week.
Monday, June 24
Baseball: Cardinals 4, Braves 3
Tuesday, June 25
Baseball: Braves at Cardinals (Postponed)
Wednesday, June 26
Baseball: Braves 6, Cardinals 2 & Cardinals 4, Braves 1
Thursday, June 27
Baseball: White Sox 1,
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- Sportsbreak | | 23 June 2024 | 20:31
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VRD 8U Girls Win District
(L-R, Front): Mae Morgan, Jada Harris, Payton Perkins, Lucy Sikes, Catie Ramsey, Anna Kate Gay, Brenzll Butler, Jaycee Lowther; (Middle): Evie O'Conner, Ryan Sasser, Jaslynn Cerillo, Abrianna Wilcox, Kennidl Wickstrom, Avry Phillips,; (Back): Coaches Kole Perkins, Chris Wickstrom, Les Ramsey, and
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 June 2024 | 15:54
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Toombs Wrestler receives Warrior Award
The Toombs County Bulldog wrestlers attended the Southern Hospitality Camp at Camden County High School this week. Slade Landrum was selected to receive the Warrior Award during the camp for displaying a high level of dedication and performance. (Courtesy of Toombs County Athletics)
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 June 2024 | 14:56
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Vidalia High School Cheer Team Hosts 25th Annual Youth Cheer Camp with "Ohana, Forever" Theme
The Vidalia High School (VHS) Cheer Team celebrated a milestone with their 25th annual Youth Cheer Camp, held from June 12-14. This year's theme, "Ohana, Forever," drew inspiration from Hawaiian culture, where "ohana" signifies family, reflecting the camp's emphasis on building strong, lasting
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- Sportsbreak | | 19 June 2024 | 06:00
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FCA Basketball Camps Held in Mt Vernon
(Montgomery County Girls and Coaches at FCA Basketball Camp, with Noel Smith as their FCA Huddle Leader)
The Southeast Georgia Fellowship of Christian Athletes held Basketball Camps at Brewton-Parker College June 10-12, Girls Basketball Camp at BPC with the Montgomery. County Girls team attending.
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- Sportsbreak | | 17 June 2024 | 12:51
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Sports & Scores This Week (6-17-24)
Monday, June 17-- Here are the latest sports schedules and scores for the week.
Monday, June 17
Baseball: Braves 2, Tigers 1
Tuesday, June 18
Baseball: Braves 2, Tigers 1
Wednesday, June 19
Baseball: Braves 7, Tigers 0
Thursday, June 20
Friday, June 21
Baseball: Braves 8, Yankees 1
Saturday, June
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- Sportsbreak | | 17 June 2024 | 06:04
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Lady Bulldog Softball Secures Two More Wins Against Ware County and ECI
The Toombs County Lady Bulldogs softball team continued their summer success with two impressive victories on Thursday, defeating Ware County and ECI.
Victory Against Ware County
In the game against Ware County, pitcher Casey Cantwell led the charge with an outstanding performance, striking out
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- Sportsbreak | | 16 June 2024 | 18:27
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Community Calendar
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Swainsboro Emanuel County Chamber Golf Tournament
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- Community Event | | 24 June 2024 | 16:08
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VIDALIA BASKETBALL CAMP – July 16-18
Vidalia Basketball will host its annual basketball camp July 16-18. The camp will focus on teaching the fundamentals of the game. Campers will compete in drills, contest, and games. Each camper will receive a Vidalia Basketball as well as a camp t-shirt. Click the link below to register and pay
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- Community Event | | 18 June 2024 | 08:54
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Meeting Date Changed
The Laurens County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting scheduled on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, has been move to Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at noon.
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- Community Event | | 13 June 2024 | 13:12
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STC Foundation Accepting Fall Scholarship Applications
Southeastern Technical College Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the Fall semester. The deadline to apply is Thursday, July 25, 2024.
Students are asked to complete one application and will be considered for all scholarships they qualify to receive. The scholarship
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- Community Event | | 12 June 2024 | 11:42
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Vidalia Onion Museum Summer Fun Days
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- Community Event | | 05 June 2024 | 07:57
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Toombs County Girls Basketball Mini-Camp
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- Community Event | | 04 June 2024 | 14:59
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Obituaries
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Mr. Mark E. Quigley, of Vidalia
Mr. Mark E. Quigley, age 51, of Vidalia, died Thursday, June 27, 2024, at his residence, following an extended illness. He was a native of Lowell, Massachusetts, and as a child moved to Sarasota, Florida before moving to Vidalia in 1994. He was a 1990 graduate of Vidalia High School and was a... - Information
- Obituary | | 28 June 2024 | 16:52
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Mr. David Jones, Sr., Lyons
Mr. David L. Jones, Sr., age 66, of Lyons, died Monday, June 24, 2024 at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia after an extended illness. He was a native of Lyons and had lived most of his life in Toombs County. He was a carpenter by trade and a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses... - Information
- Obituary | | 26 June 2024 | 09:19
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Mrs. Carolyn Odom Connell Parker, Vidalia
Mrs. Carolyn Odom Connell Parker, age 95, of Vidalia, died Sunday, June 23, 2024, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia. She was a native of Toombs County, where she lived most of her life, before moving to Montgomery County several years ago. She was a 1947 graduate of Vidalia High School, and... - Information
- Obituary | | 25 June 2024 | 07:34
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Mr. Bobby Wayne Williamson, Lyons
Mr. Bobby Wayne Williamson, age 83, of Lyons, died Sunday, June 23, 2024, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia after an extended illness. He was a native of the Normantown Community and had lived in Toombs County most of his life. He worked at Oxford Industries in Vidalia, owned B&G Handy... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 June 2024 | 16:29
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Mr. E.L. Fields, Normantown Community
Mr. E.L. Fields, age 83, of the Normantown Community, died Sunday, June 23, 2024, at his home, following an extended illness. He was a native of Swainsboro and lived in Toombs County most of his life. He was a finish carpenter and early in his life worked with Randall Carroll. He enjoyed antique... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 June 2024 | 12:07
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Mrs. Michelle Renee Beasley
Funeral services for Mrs. Michelle Renee Beasley will be held Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:00 AM in the Chapel of Higgs Funeral Home in Soperton. Burial will be in the Beasley Cemetery in Treutlen County. Reverend Chester Proctor will officiate. Mrs. Beasley died Saturday, June 22, 2024. Mrs... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 June 2024 | 08:33
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Mr. Charles Feltman “Buck” Walker, Orianna Community
Mr. Charles Feltman “Buck” Walker, age 97, beloved husband of the late Ruby Willis Walker of the Orianna Community of Treutlen County passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, June 22, 2024 at the Treutlen County Health and Rehabilitation Center in Soperton. Born at home in Orianna on June 10,... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 June 2024 | 07:19
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Jean Moses, Vidalia
Jean Moses lived the last day of her 96 years on June 21, 2024, surrounded by her three children in her beloved home on Center Drive in Vidalia, Georgia. Born in her family home on Tollison Street in Baxley, Georgia, on January 28, 1928, Jean moved to Vidalia at the age of five with her parents... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 June 2024 | 07:18
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Mrs. Evelyn "Ev" Thompson Tharp
Evelyn "Ev" Thompson Tharp, 92, of Davidson, NC, peacefully passed away at home on June 15, 2024.A funeral service will be held on Friday, June 21 at 2:00 pm in the chapel at Cavin-Cook Funeral Home in Mooresville, NC. Visitation will be at 1:00 pm prior to the service. A graveside service will be... - Information
- Obituary | | 20 June 2024 | 12:47
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Church Calendar
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July 14--Bible Reading at TC Courthouse
July 14--You're invited to the 6th Annual Georgia Bible Reading, Sunday Morning July 14th at 7:14 at the Toombs County Courthouse. Plan to read from The Book of John.- Information
- Church Event | | 26 June 2024 | 12:19
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July 7--Special Church Program in Lyons
July 7--Lyons First United Methodist Church invites you to their program "AMERICA: Our Legacy of Faith", July 7th at 11:00 with a special appearance by Troop 939. Burgers and hotdogs after. Bring your favorite side dish!- Information
- Church Event | | 26 June 2024 | 12:17
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- Church Event | | 03 November 2021 | 12:30
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