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New Traffic Plan For 47th Vidalia Onion Festival
If you’re planning to go to the Vidalia Onion Festival Air Show, Arts and Crafts, or carnival this weekend, you should know that extra steps have been taken this year to minimize the traffic congestion that in the past has been an issue.
Brian Scott is the Safety and Security Coordinator for this
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- Newsbreak | | 24 April 2024 | 15:22
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Today's Top Stories From ABC News - April 24th
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No court session Wednesday in former President Trump's criminal hush money trial. On Tuesday, former National Enquirer David Pecker described in detail the secret "catch and kill" arrangement he struck with Michael Cohen and Donald Trump during the 2016 presidential race. Judge Juan Merchan- Information
- Newsbreak | | 24 April 2024 | 07:17
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Doleman, Charles – Vidalia – Theft by Shoplifting.
Stokes, Derrick – Vidalia – DI; Failure to Maintain Lane.
Harmon, Michael – Vidalia – Criminal Damage to Property.
Toombs County Sheriff’s Office reports the following arrests:
Cesar,
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- Newsbreak | | 23 April 2024 | 11:43
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Driver in Friday Morning Accident Charged With Homicides by Vehicle
The driver of a pickup truck that was involved in an accident Friday morning on Loop Road and Old Normantown Road has been charged with two counts of homicide by vehicle, driving while unlicensed, and stop signs and yield signs violation.
Freddy Jose Suarez Juarez was behind the wheel of the truck
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- Newsbreak | | 23 April 2024 | 11:35
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Vidalia Onion Festival Schedule of Events
Below is a complete list of events for this week's 47th Annual Vidalia Onion Festival. More info is available at www.vidaliaonionfestival.com or you can download the Vidalia Onion Festival app.
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- Newsbreak | | 22 April 2024 | 11:55
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Two Killed in Friday Morning Accident
On Friday, April 19th, 2024, at approximately 9:01 am, Toombs County 911 Dispatch received a call of a wreck involving a white Ford truck and a green Chevrolet car at the intersection of GA Hwy 130 east and Old Normantown Road. Upon arrival, deputies observed that both vehicles were northwest of
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- Newsbreak | | 19 April 2024 | 15:48
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Smith, Samontray – Vidalia – Simple Obstruction; Disorderly Conduct; Terroristic Threats.
Collins, Michael – Collins – Theft by Shoplifting.
Trull, Mark Hunter - Vidalia - Theft by Taking; Entering Auto (2 Counts).
Walker, Lashunda - Vidalia -
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- Newsbreak | | 19 April 2024 | 07:34
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Lane Named Vidalia Lady of the Year
Angela Lane, Vidalia 2023 Lady of the Year, with her family.
When Angela Lane moved to Vidalia several years ago, she hit the ground running, and the energetic and community-loving woman has never slowed down. She immediately wrapped herself in volunteering and It’s that “giving back attitude” for her
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- Newsbreak | | 18 April 2024 | 16:33
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Toombs County Jurors Should Not Report
Toombs County Clerk of Courts Nancy Pittman reported Thursday morning that Toombs County jurors summoned for jury duty for Monday, April 22, do NOT need to report. All cases have been settled or have been continued for the term.
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- Newsbreak | | 18 April 2024 | 09:24
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Gracie Landrum Commits to Brewton Parker College for Bass Fishing
In a ceremony held on Monday, April 22, 2024, senior bass team standout Gracie Landrum celebrated a significant milestone in her career. Surrounded by family, friends, and teammates at Toombs County High School, Gracie proudly signed her letter of intent to continue her passion for bass fishing at
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- Sportsbreak | | 24 April 2024 | 13:15
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Barons Secure 2-1 Win Over (RV) Point in Game Three’s Resumption
WEST POINT, Ga. – Brewton-Parker Baseball returned to West Point, Ga. on Tuesday afternoon to resume play in the third contest of the SSAC series at (RV) Point (Ga.) which was halted on Saturday due to weather as well as poor playing conditions.
The Barons (18-26, 10-17 SSAC) downed the Skyhawks
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- Sportsbreak | | 24 April 2024 | 08:02
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Sports & Scores This Week (4-22-24)
April 22-- Here are the latest sports schedules and scores for the week.
Monday, April 22
Baseball: Braves 3, Marlins 0
Tuesday, April 23
Baseball: Braves 5, Marlins 0
Baconton Charter 5, Treutlen 2 & Baconton Charter 15, Treutlen 0 (GHSA Class A Division II First Round State Playoffs)
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- Sportsbreak | | 22 April 2024 | 08:56
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RTCA Sweeps Memorial claims Region Title
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The Crusaders traveled to Savannah to play Memorial day school Monday and behind the pitching of Britton Tabor came away with a 7-1 win in game 1 of the 3 game series. Tabor pitched 6 and 2/3 innings giving up 1 earned run and 4 hits while striking out 13. The offense was also- Information
- Sportsbreak | | 22 April 2024 | 07:04
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Bulldog Baseball Closes Out Regular Season with Non-Region 10-5 Senior Night Victory Over Metter
The Toombs County Bulldogs Baseball team ended their season with a commanding 10-5 victory against the Metter Tigers this past Tuesday night.
The Tigers initially took the lead, when a Tiger doubled to score the opening run. However, the Bulldogs quickly responded, snatching the lead in the bottom
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- Sportsbreak | | 21 April 2024 | 15:16
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Toombs County Men’s Golf Team Shines at 48th Larry Gaither Golf Invitational
On Monday and Tuesday (April 15-16), the Toombs County men’s golf team showcased their skills at the prestigious 48th Larry Gaither Golf Invitational in Columbus, Georgia. This event, formerly known as the Hardaway Invitational, holds the distinction of being the second longest-running high school golf
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 April 2024 | 15:17
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7th Annual BPC Southern Classic Raises Over $30,000 for College
(Presenting Sponsor Tim Redding from Metter Ford with Dr. Steven Echols, President of Brewton-Parker College)
MOUNT VERNON — On Friday, April 5, 2024, Brewton-Parker College (BPC) hosted its 7th Annual Southern Classic Golf Tournament presented by Metter Ford at the Willow Lake Golf Club in
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- Sportsbreak | | 17 April 2024 | 18:08
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Lady Crusaders Get Win Over Lady Eagles
It’s 4.6 miles from Robert Toombs to Vidalia Heritage. VHA hosted the lady crusaders for middle school and varsity soccer games Monday, April 15th. This was the first middle school contest the schools had played against each other. The Crusaders would come away victorious with a 2-0 win. Defender
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- Sportsbreak | | 17 April 2024 | 06:55
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Former Lady Indian Myesha Hall Setting Records at Truett McConnell
Myesha Hall a 2021 graduate of Vidalia High School is making her mark at Truett McConnell as she continues to dominate on the track.The former state champion in long jump is also the 2022 NAIA National Champion in long jump, the first ever in the event in TMU history. Myesha is still on track for bigger
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- Sportsbreak | | 16 April 2024 | 14:19
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Community Calendar
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Ohoopee Soil and Water Conservation District Meeting
The Ohoppee Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the Treutlen County Library, 585 Second Street, Soperton.
Please RSVP by April 29 to NancyAnne Conner at 706-612-4020 (This email address is being protected from spambots.
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- Community Event | | 24 April 2024 | 15:33
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Vidalia Onion Festival and Technology
To stay in-the-know during the 2024 Vidalia Onion Festival, you can use this QR code to scan and go to the Vidalia Onion Festival website, or you can download the VOF app from your phone's app store. Either way, it's quick, easy, and you'll have all the latest info on the festival literally within the
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- Community Event | | 16 April 2024 | 14:23
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Obituaries
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Pamela Connell
Pamela Diane Connell, age 64, of Milledgeville, died Saturday, April 20, 2024, from injuries sustained in a fire at her home. She was born June 5, 1959 in Vidalia to her mother Joyce Connell Ramey and father Hershel Casper “H.C.” Connell. She was a homemaker and Baptist by faith. Her family... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 April 2024 | 15:29
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Mrs. Eleanor Britt
Eleanor (Elna) Cauley Britt passed from this life into the arms of her LORD and Savior JESUS Christ on April 23, 2024 surrounded by her children. Born and raised in Treutlen County, she lived most of her life in Treutlen County, Georgia except for a three year period in the middle 1950's in... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 April 2024 | 15:24
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Ms. Nancy Jo Skipper
Ms. Nancy Jo Skipper won her battle over her earthly pain on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Meadows Regional Medical Center in Vidalia and was called home to be with the angels above. She was 68 years old at the time of her passing. Nancy was born in the mountains of North Carolina but was adopted when she... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 April 2024 | 13:02
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Mrs. Connie Sowell, Vidalia
Mrs. Connie Thigpen Sowell, age 79, of Vidalia, died Monday, April 22, 2024, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia. She was a native of Montgomery County, growing up in Uvalda and living in Toombs County most of her life. She was a 1962 graduate of Montgomery County High School. Earlier in her... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 April 2024 | 09:05
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Mrs. Kay Aaron, Vidalia
A “Celebration of Life Service” for Mrs. Kay Jamelle Rotton Aaron of Vidalia will be held Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 11:00 AM at her residence located at 541 Newsome Road, Vidalia, GA in Montgomery County. Reverend Baron Powell will officiate. Mrs. Aaron died Monday, April 22, 2024. Mrs. Aaron,... - Information
- Obituary | | 23 April 2024 | 13:49
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Mrs. Marion Peterson, Lyons
Mrs. Marion Zeigler Peterson, age 89, of Lyons, died Sunday, April 21, 2024, at Haven Hospice in Lake City, Florida, following an extended illness. She was a native of Toombs County and lived in Lyons most of her life. She was a 1952 graduate of Toombs County High School, and retired from the... - Information
- Obituary | | 23 April 2024 | 12:33
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Mrs. Grace Meeks, Soperton
Mrs. Grace Parrish Meeks, age 90 of Soperton, Georgia passed away on Wednesday evening, April 17, 2024 at Langdale Hospice House in Valdosta, Georgia. Born in Treutlen, Georgia, she was the second of four girls born to the late Aubrey Talton Parrish and Mary Lucille McLendon Parrish. She grew up in... - Information
- Obituary | | 22 April 2024 | 09:04
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Mrs. Sandra Cowart, Tarrytown
Mrs. Sandra Simons Cowart, age 78, beloved wife of Carl Cowart of Tarrytown passed away on Thursday morning, April 18, 2024 at Community Hospice in Vidalia. Born in Treutlen County, she was the eldest of two daughters born to the late George Dewey Simons and Loyce Poole Simons. She grew up in the... - Information
- Obituary | | 22 April 2024 | 09:02
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Mr. Henry “Mack” McCall, Vidalia
Mr. Henry “Mack” McCall, age 83, of Vidalia, died peacefully on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at his home, after an extended illness. He was a native of Montgomery County, a 1958 graduate of Vidalia High School, and attended Jacksonville University in Jacksonville, Florida. He lived in Jacksonville... - Information
- Obituary | | 19 April 2024 | 13:53
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Church Calendar
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April 28--Clothing and Household item Giveaway in Vidalia
April 28--New Life In Christ Ministries Outreach Ministry, 208 Meadowbrook Street in Vidalia, is opening the doors of their "Clothes Closet" for a Clothing Giveaway, Sunday April 28th after services from 1:00 to 3:00. Clothing and shoes for men, women & children. Also, accessories & other household items. Info: Arlene Jones 912-805-0332 or Sheena Johnson 912-585-4668.- Information
- Church Event | | 24 April 2024 | 09:51
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April 28--Homecoming in Cedar Crossing
April 28--Cedar Crossing Baptist Church invites you to their Homecoming 2024, Sunday April 28th at 10:30 (no Sunday School). The Browders will be ministering during the morning service. Dinner after so bring your favorite foods. Pastor Reece Mincey - Information
- Church Event | | 22 April 2024 | 11:55
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May 4--The Barber Family in Vidalia
May 4--Cornerstone Pentecostal Church, 377 South Thompson Road in Vidalia, would like you to join them for A Night of Worship with The Barber Family, Saturday May 4th at 6:00. - Information
- Church Event | | 09 April 2024 | 11:59
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April 25--April Engage Luncheon in Vidalia
April 25--The Woven Women’s Ministry of First Baptist Church of Vidalia invites you to their monthly Engage Luncheon, Thursday April 25th at Noon on “The Front Porch” with Mindy Morrison. Lunch is Chicken Salad with pasta and yogurt parfait for $5 or bring your own lunch. Deadline to sign up online is April 21st. fbcvidalia.org /Current Events. - Information
- Church Event | | 09 April 2024 | 09:42
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April 27--Pancake Breakfast for Youth Ministry during Vidalia Onion Run
April 27--First Baptist Church of Vidalia would like you to come to their Vidalia Onion Run Free Pancake Breakfast, Saturday April 27th from 7:00 to 9:00 on “The Front Porch”. Donations accepted for the Youth Ministry - Information
- Church Event | | 09 April 2024 | 09:35
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