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Swainsboro Applies for Water Infrastructure Improvements
by John Wagner, RadioJones, LLC.
At the regular meeting of the Swainsboro Mayor and City Council Monday: In old business council passed the 2nd reading of the resolution to apply for funding from the State Revolving Fund. This is a federal loan program administered by Georgia Environmental
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- Newsbreak | | 12 May 2026 | 10:55
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Today's Top Stories From ABC News - May 12th
A POTENTIAL HUMAN SMUGGLING TRAGEDY
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Undocumented immigrants seeking to enter the country appear to be trying new methods to avoid detection. Investigators are trying to determine whether six people found dead in a boxcar in the Texas border town of Laredo were attempting to come into the U.S.- Information
- Newsbreak | | 12 May 2026 | 07:17
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Teen Dies in Motorcycle Accident Sunday
On Sunday, May 10, 2026, at approximately 5:02 p.m., Toombs 911 Dispatch received a call for a wreck on I D Galbreath Road in Toombs County. The caller stated that two Off-Road Motorcycles (dirtbikes), driven by Les Sturgis, 18, of Uvalda, and Brody Hutto, 17, of Vidalia, had collided on the dirt
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- Newsbreak | | 11 May 2026 | 12:15
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BURN BAN LIFTED FOR THE CITY OF VIDALIA
Vidalia, Ga – Effective immediately, the City of Vidalia has lifted the Open Burning Ban, allowing limited outdoor burning under strict safety conditions. Residents may now burn small piles of natural debris, provided they adhere to fire safety guidelines.
Permitted Burning Activities –
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- Newsbreak | | 08 May 2026 | 18:31
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Observant Metter Police Officer Spots Unusual Item During Traffic Stop
A seemingly routine traffic stop in Metter in March turned into a significant find for officers. In the early morning hours of March 27 officers with Metter Police Department noticed a vehicle on Interstate 16 speeding, and after initiating chase, the vehicle sped up to more than 135 mph. The
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- Newsbreak | | 07 May 2026 | 14:46
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GBI Makes Arrests in Dexter Murder
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is has made two arrests in Laurens County in a murder investigation from last holiday season.
According to GBI press releases, Jeremiah Terrell Worthen, age 18, and Taze Shaquor Worthen, age 19, both of Dublin, with the abduction and murder of Joseph Burch on
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- Newsbreak | | 07 May 2026 | 14:45
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Gov. Kemp Signs Reduction of Counties in Danger of Wildfire But City Mandate Remains in Effect
Governor Brian Kemp rescinded an executive order Tuesday amending the State of Emergency for Georgia wildfires. On April 22, he had declared 91 counties under the order and that has now reduced it to 17 counties including Appling, Jeff Davis counties in this area and as well as the counties of
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- Newsbreak | | 06 May 2026 | 14:46
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Arrests Made Following Block Party in McRae-Helena
***THE FOLLOWING IS A PRESS RELEASE FROM THE GEORGIA BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION****
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The GBI has arrested and charged Jermaine Lamont Robinson, age 23, of McRae-Helena, GA, and Xavier Noel Johnson Orozco, age 24, of Cochran, GA, in connection with a shooting in McRae-Helena, GA,
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- Newsbreak | | 06 May 2026 | 14:40
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Blount, Dashaun C. – Lyons – Battery.
Lytle, Timothy Eugene – Jackson, GA – Public Drunkenness.
Doyle, Dayon Jamari – Vidalia – Battery; Criminal Trespass.
Toombs County Sheriff’s Office reports the following arrests:
No report provided.
The
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- Newsbreak | | 06 May 2026 | 13:27
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Sportsbreak
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Mosley Headed To Truett-McConnell
Congratulations to AUSTIN MOSLEY on your commitment to play golf at Truett McConnell University! Your hard work and dedication have brought you to this moment. We are excited for your future! (Courtesy of Vidalia Athletics)
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- Sportsbreak | | 12 May 2026 | 08:41
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TCHS earns 3rd Place at GHSA State Championship Fishing Tournament
(AJ Bagby and Tessa Jones)
(Joey Montford, Tessa Jones, AJ Bagby, Justin Bagby)AJ Bagby and Tessa Jones, TCHS 11th Graders, placed 3rd at the GHSA State Championship at Lake Sinclair on Saturday May 9th, 2026. AJ and Tessa had a 5-fish limit that weighed in at 19.00...
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- Sportsbreak | | 11 May 2026 | 13:21
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Boston Headed to GSU
Congratulations to DEIDRA BOSTON on her commitment to play softball for Georgia Southern at East Georgia! We are proud of you and can't wait to see what you achieve in your collegiate career! (Courtesy of Vidalia Athletics)
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- Sportsbreak | | 11 May 2026 | 08:33
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Sports & Scores This Week (5-11-26)
May 11-- Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week.
Monday, May 11
Track: GHSA State Championships at University of Georgia
Tuesday, May 12
Baseball: Cubs at Braves 7:15pm (News Talk Sports WVOP-FM 105.3)
Track: GHSA State Championships at University of Georgia
Wednesday, May 13
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- Sportsbreak | | 11 May 2026 | 06:51
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Hall of Fame Manager and Braves Icon Bobby Cox Passes
Longtime Atlanta Braves Manager and World Series Champion Bobby Cox passed away today at the age of 84.
A Statement from the Atlanta Braves:
“We are overcome with emotion on the passing of Bobby Cox, our treasured skipper. Bobby was the best manager to ever wear a Braves uniform. He led our team to 14
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- Sportsbreak | | 09 May 2026 | 15:08
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Indians Battle Back to Defeat Bremen and Advance to Final Four
The Vidalia Indians showed resilience and determination in their Elite Eight matchup against the Bremen Blue Devils, bouncing back after a Game 1 loss to win the next two games and punch their ticket to the Final Four.
Game 1: Bremen 7, Vidalia 3
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- Sportsbreak | | 08 May 2026 | 17:57
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Beck Signs With Truett McConnell University
This week at Vidalia High School, senior Caleb Beck signed his letter of intent for a scholarship to play tennis at the next level at Truett McConnell University in Cleveland, Ga. .
“I'm ready to get some new teammates, get some people who can push me. Super excited about it. I want to thank the
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- Sportsbreak | | 07 May 2026 | 09:53
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Toombs County Athletes Sign Letters of Intent
(Tyson Brantley Signs to Wrestle at Southeastern University in Lakeland, Fl,)
(Alivia Patrick Signs to Play Volleyball at BPCU)
(Lucas Coley Signs to Wrestle at BPCU)
(Jasmine Villegas Signs to Wrestle at Life University)
(Courtesy of Toombs County Athletics)
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- Sportsbreak | | 06 May 2026 | 08:10
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Vidalia Indians Boys Tennis Caps Strong Season with Sweet 16 Appearance
The Vidalia Indians boys tennis team put together an outstanding season this spring, finishing as Region Runner-Up and advancing to the Sweet 16 in the GHSA State Playoffs.
The Indians earned their spot in the region championship with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Swainsboro. Vidalia’s depth
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- Sportsbreak | | 05 May 2026 | 13:15
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Community Calendar
Obituaries
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Mr. Jesus Alvarez, Lyons
Mr. Jesus Alvarez, age 75, of Lyons, died Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at his home in Lyons after an extended illness, surrounded by his family. He was born on March 23, 1951, in Jalisco, Mexico to the late Antonio Alvarez and Cruz Martinez Alvarez. As a young man, he moved to Los Angeles, California,... - Information
- Obituary | | 12 May 2026 | 07:16
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Mr. Archie L. Emanuel, Lyons
Mr. Archie L. Emanuel, age 75, of Lyons, died Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Memorial Health in Savannah after a brief illness. He was born in North Carolina, grew up in Cobbtown and has made Lyons his home since 1969. He was a truck driver for many years; Archie could do most anything, he was a... - Information
- Obituary | | 11 May 2026 | 12:19
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Mr. Herman E. Weeks, Mt. Vernon
Mr. Herman E. Weeks, age 76, of Mt. Vernon, died Saturday, May 9, 2026, at his home after a brief illness. He was a lifelong resident of Mt. Vernon, and was a diesel mechanic, log truck driver, and logger. He enjoyed cutting grass and horseshoes. He is preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte Ann...- Information
- Obituary | | 09 May 2026 | 14:57
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Mr. Larry Paul, Glenwood
Mr. Larry Paul, age 65, of Glenwood, died Thursday, May 7, 2026, at his home after a sudden illness. He was a native of Wheeler County, living there until moving Dublin in 1997 and returned to Glenwood in 2017. He was a 1978 graduate of Wheeler County High School; and Larry enjoyed fishing and... - Information
- Obituary | | 09 May 2026 | 10:39
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Mrs. Frances Hill Timon, Mt. Vernon
Mrs. Frances Hill Timon, age 93, of Mt. Vernon, died Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia after an extended illness. She was a native of Wheeler County and a graduate of Glenwood High School. She lived in Wheeler County until moving to Mt. Vernon in the early 1960s. She... - Information
- Obituary | | 09 May 2026 | 10:36
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Ms. Patricia Ann Willis, Vidalia
Patricia Ann Willis, age 82, of Vidalia, died Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at her home following an extended illness. She was born on November 18, 1943, in Montgomery County to the late John “J.E.” Ephraim Willis and Geneva Sammons Willis. She lived in Montgomery County all of life and graduated from... - Information
- Obituary | | 07 May 2026 | 14:06
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Mr. Lamar Cook, Ailey
Lamar Cook was born on January 16, 1948, in Ailey, Georgia, to the late Andrew Jackson Cook and Marie McCloud Cook. He was the youngest of eight children. He peacefully transitioned on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Dublin, Georgia. He received his education through the... - Information
- Obituary | | 06 May 2026 | 12:30
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Mr. Thomas “Ram” Randolph O’Neal, Vidalia
Mr. Thomas “Ram” Randolph O’Neal, age 93, of Vidalia, died Monday, May 4, 2026, at his home following an extended illness. He was born on December 21, 1932 to the late William Henry O’Neal and Ethel Wilder O’Neal. He was a native of Toombs County, growing up in the Toombs Central Community and... - Information
- Obituary | | 05 May 2026 | 17:04
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Mr. Eugene Arnold Coleman, Adrian
Funeral services for Mr. Eugene Arnold Coleman of Adrian, GA will be held Friday, May 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Chapel of Higgs Funeral Home in Soperton. Reverend Jack Stafford will officiate. Mr. Coleman died April 25, 2026 at his home. Mr. Coleman, 60, was the son of the late Isaac McLendon and... - Information
- Obituary | | 04 May 2026 | 13:22
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Church Calendar
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May 24--117th Church Anniverary in Ailey
May 24--St. Mary Missionary Baptist Church, 2038 McGregor Road in Ailey, would like you to come Celebrate their 117th Church Anniversary, May 24th at 11:00 with guest minister Rev Leroy Jordan Jr of Bark Camp MBC in Midville and Mt. Carmel MBC in Millen. Pastor Hubert W. Hodges- Information
- Church Event | | 11 May 2026 | 11:44
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May 18-20--Three Night Spring Revival near Soperton
May 18-20--Zaidee Advent Christian Church, 5327 Old Louisville Road off highway 46 east of Soperton, invites you to their Three Night Spring Revival. Services will begin at 7:30 each night with different speakers. Monday May 18th - Brother Morris Brantley of Holton Chapel Advent Christian Church. Tuesday May 19th - Brother M. L. Barber. Wednesday May 20th - Brother Clint Hutcheson of Vidalia Advent Christian Church.- Information
- Church Event | | 08 May 2026 | 08:48
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May 13, 16-17--Women’s Conference in Alston
May 13, 16-17--Mt. Calvary Baptist Church of Alston invites you to their Women’s Conference, Wednesday May 13th at 7:00 PM with speaker Pastor Eazie Day, Saturday May 16th at 11:00 AM with Pastor Melanie Griffin, and Sunday May 17th at 11:00 AM with Minister Sonya Shinhoster. Pastor Lehmon Smith - Information
- Church Event | | 06 May 2026 | 06:55
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June 7--Family & Friends Day in Mt. Vernon
June 7--Better Together Christian Community Church, 202 West Church Street in Mt. Vernon, invites you to Family & Friends Day 2026, Sunday June 7th at 2:30 with guest speaker Rev. Elijah Toney of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Soperton. Pastor Craig & First Lady Snead - Information
- Church Event | | 04 May 2026 | 12:25
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May 23--Gospel Sing in Glenwood
May 23--Snowhill Community Church, 864 Snowhill Church Road in Glenwood, invites everyone to a Gospel Sing, May 23th at 7:00 with guest singers Mark and Angie Hudson. Come expecting a blessing. - Information
- Church Event | | 30 April 2026 | 09:43
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May 30--Church Donation Only Yard Sale in Vidalia
May 30--North Thompson Baptist Church invites you to their Donation Only Yard Sale, May30th from 7:00 AM to 1:00 at 404 North Thompson Church Road in Vidalia.- Information
- Church Event | | 29 April 2026 | 09:49
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June 6--Worship Service and Ladies Tea in Mt. Vernon
June 6--Mt. Vernon Pentecostal Church, 1802 North Railroad Avenue in Mt. Vernon, invites women of all ages to their Worship Service and Ladies Tea, June 6th from 10:00 to 2:00 with special speaker Sis. Pam Hulett. Fancy dress/hats appropriate but not required. RSVP by call Sis. Sheena Lamb at 912-403-2409 - Information
- Church Event | | 28 April 2026 | 12:12
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June 6--Worship & Fellowship BBQ in Vidalia
June 6--Cornerstone Pentecostal Church, 377 South Thompson Road in Vidalia, invites men of all ages to their Worship & Fellowship BBQ, Saturday June 6th from 10:00 to 2:00 with special speaker Bro Johnathan Fortner. RSVP by calling Pastor Matthew Lamb at 912-253-5030 - Information
- Church Event | | 28 April 2026 | 12:07
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June 8-13--VBS in Vidalia
June 8-13--North Thompson Baptist Church, 404 N Thompson Pond Road in Vidalia, invites everyone to Vacation Bible School "Learn to Follow Jesus", June 8th through June 12th from 6:30 to 8:00 each evening. Registration is June 8th at 6:00. Games, crafts, food and Lessons. Director 912-246-3129. norththompsonbapistchurch @ gmail.com - Information
- Church Event | | 13 April 2026 | 09:26
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