
Marcus Smalley, USN, Ret.
At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, the veterans of the area were guests of honor at the annual Veterans Luncheon sponsored by
the Downtown Vidalia Association, and this year, the turnout was the best it had been in years.
Marcus Smalley, a local Navy
...Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Hall, Edriumtae Shemar – Vidalia – Armed Robbery.
Page, Mark – Vidalia – Pedestrian Under the Influence; Willful Obstruction of Police Officer.
Matthews, Gary Alexander – Vidalia – Willful Obstruction of Police Officer; Tampering With
...Teamwork between the Johnson County and Emanuel County Sheriffs’ Offices resulted in the arrest of a Swainsboro man last week. A warrant was issued for Melvin “Shotgun” Holder on November 7 and he was charged with two counts of felony child molestation and one count of felony burglary.
The warrant was
...After the counting of provision ballots in Toombs County from the November 4th election, it has been determined that in the race between incumbent Tracy Johnson and James Shell in Ward 1 was too close to declare a winner. That means there will be runoff for that seat only December 2, and absentee
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The Toombs County High School Redcoat Marching Band has wrapped up a highly successful competitive season, bringing home an impressive collection of awards from three major marching contest across southeast Georgia. Performing alongside larger programs from Class A through AAAAA, the Redcoats
...The City of Vidalia has been awarded a $1,000,000 grant from The OneGeorgia Authority to assist in the construction of a stormwater retention pond behind North Cheney Drive. The new project will help reduce flooding during heavy rain events and give the city greater control over stormwater
...What was supposed to be a celebration earlier this month in Wheeler County turned into a tragedy.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation says a family birthday party was going on when a disagreement broke out between Randy Booker of Glenwood and his father-in-law 64-year-old Sam Floyd. That’s when
...An accident that occurred in mid-April in Toombs County has resulted in the arrest of an Ocala, Florida, man on warrants.
Toombs County Sheriff Jordan Kight said Ricardo Ludow Dyer was taken into custody on October 28 and charged with homicide by vehicle in the 2nd degree and stop and yield sign
...FROM TOOMBS COUNTY CLERK OF COURTS NANCY PITTMAN"
"We have had several calls to the Toombs County Clerk’s Office expressing concerns about missed jury duty and being prompted to pay a juror-related fine via PayPal. Please be aware that this is a scam. The Toombs County Clerk’s Office and Toombs
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The Barons Men's and Women's Cross Country teams ran at the SSAC Conference Championships on November 7, 2025. Both teams brought their best efforts and saw several excellent individual performances. The women's team placed 8th and the men's team placed 7th in the team score.
Lillie Brown broke a
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The Toombs County High School MatDawgs turned the Michael Rhodes Memorial into their personal highlight reel Saturday, storm-cruising to the team title with 168 points and an eye-popping FIVE individual varsity champions.
Lukas Young (120), Samson Dobbs (144), Tyson Brantley (165), and Lucas Coley
...This story is courtesy of Georgia High School Football Daily and written by Todd Holcomb.
The Georgia High School Association placed its 454 member schools into regions for the 2026-28 academic years Monday.
Schools have one week to request a move into a different region in the same
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Vidalia High School Head Football Coach Rodney Garvin announced his retirement Monday morning, stepping down after three years in the position. Garvin, who has been coaching for 31 years, said in a statement, “It is time.”
Garvin, who served on the Vidalia staff as defensive coordinator under Lee
...November 10--Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week
Monday, November 10
Tuesday, November 11
Basketball: Toombs County at Bacon County 6:00pm
Wednesday, November 12
Basketball: Vidalia at Portal Girls 6:00pm
Toombs County vs Bryan County (Bulloch Academy) 4:30pm
Thursday, November 13
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The Brewton-Parker Christian University Barons women's volleyball team clinched a decisive 3-0 victory against the Wesleyan Wolves on November 4, 2025, in Macon, Ga. The non-conference match saw the Barons dominating across all three sets against their opponents.
The opening set began with the
...The Georgia High School Association placed schools into classifications for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 academic years this week. Schools may appeal their placement or petition to play higher or lower in class by noon Sunday. Appeals will be heard beginning Monday at 10 a.m.
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The Ohoopee Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Treutlen County Extension Office, 5032 S. Third Street, Soperton.
Please RSVP by October 22 to NancyAnne Conner at 706-612-4020 (This email address is being protected
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Mrs. Ann Brantley McDaniel, age 84, beloved wife of Douglas “Doug” McDaniel of Soperton passed away peacefully on Monday morning, November 10, 2025 at Treutlen County Health and Rehabilitation Center in Soperton. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, she was one of fifteen children born to the late...
Mr. Jack E. Caves, age 88, of Vidalia, died Sunday, November 9, 2025, at his home following an extended illness. He was born on March 4, 1937, in Homestead, Florida to the late William Bunnie Caves, Jr. and Grace Virginia Rayburn Caves. He was a 1955 graduate of South Dade High School in Homestead...
Mr. James Larry Powell, Sr. age 78, of Uvalda, went to be with the Lord on November 9, 2025, after an extended illness. He was a lifelong resident of Montgomery County, living near Uvalda most of his life. He was a member of Smyrna Church in Uvalda and was blessed to be a part of Smyrna Church...
Selena Pope Sharpe, age 84, passed away peacefully at her home early Wednesday morning, October 29, 2025, surrounded by her family and caregivers. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, L. Howard Sharpe. She was born January 5, 1941 in Glenwood, Georgia to Lucille (Atchison)...
Mrs. Bobbie Taylor Hendley, age 92, of Vidalia, died Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia after a sudden illness. She was a native of Alma and a 1950 graduate of Bacon County High School. She went on to earn an associate degree in Bookkeeping and returned to...
Mr. Rodney Clifton, age 70, of Vidalia, died Friday, November 7, 2025, at Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia following an extended illness. He was a native of Toombs County, growing up in Lyons and Cobbtown, living in Vidalia most of his life and was a 1973 graduate of Lyons Senior High...
David J. Meyer was born March 31st, 1968 in Oklahoma City, OK. He was adopted at 11 days old, to Roger and Ellen Meyer. David passed away Monday, October 20th, 2025 in Vidalia, GA of natural causes. David attended Southeast of Saline (SES) and graduated in 1987. After graduation, David attended...
Mr. James Leroy Holton, 90, of Oak Park, Georgia entered his eternal home on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. He was born on August 18, 1935, to the late Rev. George Sherrod Holton Sr. and Zera Mosley Holton. Mr. Holton attended Oak Park High School. At the age of seventeen, he entered the military and...
January 17--New Vision Baptist Church, 301 Smith Street in Vidalia, would like you to come to their New Year Gospel Explosion, Saturday January 17th at 6:00 featuring Pat & the Gurlz of Tallahassee Florida, Redemption of Alston, The Golden Echos of Southeast Georgia, Kingdom Minded of Glennville, and The Chose Vessels of Glennville. Donation $10 at the door
November 20--You're invited to a free Unity Night of Worship, Thursday November 20th at 6:30 at STC Auditorium, 3001 East 1st Street in Vidalia featuring local pastors and worship leaders. Presented by Luther Wardlaw
November 25--Calvary Way Church, 545 Northwest Broad Street in Lyons, invites you to enjoy a Thanksgiving Dinner, Tuesday November 25th. 100 dinners will be provided by Honey Bunny's Baked Goods and can be picked up at the church between 12:00 and 5:00. Info: Pastor Cynthia 912-246-0196
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