HOME
Get the latest weather forecast!

Search

Contact Information

OFFICE: (912) 537-9203
FAX: (912) 537-4477
WVOP: (912) 537-9202
WTCQ: (912) 538-9898
WYUM: (912) 538-1017

Newsbreak

  • Vidalia Honors All Military on Veterans Day

    Marcus

    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

    ...
    Information
    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 11 November 2025 | 15:22
    347 hit(s) |
  • Area Police Blotter

    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

    ...
    Information
    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 10 November 2025 | 16:19
    1267 hit(s) |
  • Two Area Sheriff Offices Work Together on Child Molestation Arrest

    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

    ...
    Information
    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 10 November 2025 | 16:08
    942 hit(s) |
  • Runoff Election for Ward 1 in Lyons

    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

    ...
    Information
    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 10 November 2025 | 16:05
    544 hit(s) |
  • Toombs County Redcoats Have Award-Winning Season

    Band Trophies

    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

    ...
    Information
    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 10 November 2025 | 15:29
    496 hit(s) |
  • City of Vidalia Awarded $1 Million OneGeorgia Grant for Stormwater Improvements

    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

    ...
    Information
    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 10 November 2025 | 15:25
    467 hit(s) |
  • Wheeler County Party Turns Into Felony Murder Charges

    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

    ...
    Information
    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 07 November 2025 | 14:19
    3086 hit(s) |
  • Florida Man Charged in Toombs County Vehicular Homicide

    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

    ...
    Information
    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 06 November 2025 | 15:06
    3135 hit(s) |
  • Another Jury Scam

    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

    ...
    Information
    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 05 November 2025 | 12:38
    1948 hit(s) |

Sportsbreak

  • Barons Compete at Cross Country Conference Championships

    11 11 25 BPC 1 thumbnail image3 7

    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

    ...
    Information
    Sportsbreak | Bob Roberts | 11 November 2025 | 08:26
    203 hit(s) |
  • MatDawgs Run Wild at Michael Rhodes Memorial: Five Varsity Champs, 168 Points, Total Domination

    11 11 25 Toombs Wrestling image

    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

    ...
    Information
    Sportsbreak | Bob Roberts | 11 November 2025 | 08:18
    249 hit(s) |
  • GHSA places schools in regions

    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

    ...
    Information
    Sportsbreak | Jeff Raiford | 11 November 2025 | 07:34
    362 hit(s) |
  • Garvin Announces Retirement

    11 30 22 Rodney Garvin 1

    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

    ...
    Information
    Sportsbreak | Jeff Raiford | 10 November 2025 | 15:20
    677 hit(s) |
  • Vidalia Shines at the GHSA State Meet

    The Vidalia Indians headed to Carrollton High School to compete in the GHSA State Cross Country Championship.  The boys team rallied for a 5th place finish and the girls placed 9th.  
    For the girls, Judith Hussey continues to lead the pack as our top finisher and our team captain.  With her best time on
    ...
    Information
    Sportsbreak | Bob Roberts | 10 November 2025 | 14:30
    381 hit(s) |
  • Sports & Scores This Week (11-10-25)

    November 10--Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week

    Monday, November 10

    Tuesday, November 11

    Basketball: Bacon County 49, Toombs County 42 Girls & Toombs County 86, Bacon County 31 Boys 

    Wednesday, November 12

    Basketball: Vidalia at Portal Girls 6:00pm

    Toombs County vs Bryan County

    ...
    Information
    Sportsbreak | Bob Roberts | 10 November 2025 | 07:51
    506 hit(s) |
  • Barons Take Down Wolves

    11 6 25 BPCU image1 40

    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

    ...
    Information
    Sportsbreak | Bob Roberts | 06 November 2025 | 07:57
    1193 hit(s) |
  • GHSA reclassification insights: Multiplier winners, losers; football powers on the move

    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.

    Here are four takeaways

    ...
    Information
    Sportsbreak | Jeff Raiford | 05 November 2025 | 07:44
    2132 hit(s) |
  • Vidalia Heritage Academy Football Earns All Region Honors


    11 4 25 VHA 574865016 1397186722415274 5283515724475970109 n11 4 25 VHA 2 574880581 1397188829081730 5041528585122200126 n
    (Courtesy of Vidalia Heritage Academy) 
    Information
    Sportsbreak | Bob Roberts | 04 November 2025 | 18:08
    1517 hit(s) |

Community Calendar

Obituaries

  • Mrs. Evelyn H. Carroll, Vidalia

    obit Carroll Mrs. Evelyn H. Carroll, age 79, of Vidalia, died Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia following an extended illness. She was born in Mississippi, living in several places throughout her childhood, including McCormick, South Carolina that she spoke of fondly. She...
    Information
    Obituary | Kathy Hilt | 12 November 2025 | 09:39
    52 hit(s) |
  • Mr. Larry R. Jackson Higgston

    obit Jackons Mr. Larry R. Jackson, age 83, of Higgston, died November 2, 2025, at The Oaks Bethany in Vidalia after a brief illness. Larry loved listening to music, especially music by Eddy Arnold, telling stories and reading his Bible. Larry had a very unique personality. He lived in Riverside, California...
    Information
    Obituary | Kathy Hilt | 12 November 2025 | 09:35
    51 hit(s) |
  • Mrs. Ann Brantley McDaniel, Soperaton

    obit McDaniel 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...
    Information
    Obituary | Kathy Hilt | 11 November 2025 | 12:45
    366 hit(s) |
  • Mr. Jack E. Caves, Vidalia

    Jack Caves 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...
    Information
    Obituary | Jeff Raiford | 11 November 2025 | 07:22
    647 hit(s) |
  • Mr. James Larry Powell, Sr., Uvalda

    Larry Powell 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...
    Information
    Obituary | Jeff Raiford | 11 November 2025 | 07:21
    517 hit(s) |
  • Mrs. Selene Pope Sharpe, Lyons

    obit Sharpe 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)...
    Information
    Obituary | Kathy Hilt | 10 November 2025 | 15:20
    726 hit(s) |
  • Mrs. Bobbie Taylor Hendley, Vidalia

    obit Hendley 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...
    Information
    Obituary | Kathy Hilt | 10 November 2025 | 11:06
    680 hit(s) |
  • Mr. Joseph Wiliam Bonafede, Jr., Tarrytwon

    Mr. Joseph William Bonafede, Jr., age 56, of Tarrytown, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2025, at his home following a sudden illness. He was a native of Massachusetts but called Tennessee his home before moving to Tarrytown in 2025. Joseph served our country in the United States Marine Corps and...
    Information
    Obituary | Kathy Hilt | 10 November 2025 | 11:04
    573 hit(s) |
  • Mr. Rodney Clifton, Vidalia

    Rodney Clifton 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...
    Information
    Obituary | Jeff Raiford | 08 November 2025 | 10:32
    1494 hit(s) |

Church Calendar

  • November 30--Old Fashioned Homecoming Sing in Vidalia

    November 30--North Thompson Baptist Church, 404 North Thompson Church Road in Vidalia, wants you to get out your best old fashioned attire and join them for their Old Fashioned Homecoming Sing & Celebration, November 30th at 11:00. Potluck lunch afterwards.
    Information
    Church Event | Jim Perry | 11 November 2025 | 09:43
    225 hit(s) |
  • SPECIAL NOTE from New Life in Christ Ministries Outreach

    Greetings from the New Life In Christ Ministries Outreach Ministry, We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous and repeated donations to our Clothes Closet Giveaway. Your unwavering support has played a vital role in making this initiative a true success within our community. Because of your kindness, countless individuals and families have been blessed with essential clothing and other homegood items and renewed hope. Your contributions reflect the spirit of compassion and service that drives our mission forward. Thank you for being a beacon of generosity. We are deeply grateful for all that you’ve done. We sincerely appreciate you, New Life In Christ Ministries Outreach Ministry Germain A. Williams, Pastor 
    Information
    Church Event | Jim Perry | 11 November 2025 | 09:38
    248 hit(s) |
  • January 17--Gospel Explosion in Vidalia

    church event 2   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
    Information
    Church Event | Jim Perry | 10 November 2025 | 09:53
    572 hit(s) |
  • November 20--Unity Night of Worship in Vidalia

    church event   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
    Information
    Church Event | Jim Perry | 10 November 2025 | 09:46
    455 hit(s) |
  • November 25--Free Thanksgiving Dinners in Lyons

    thanksgiving meals   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
    Information
    Church Event | Jim Perry | 04 November 2025 | 09:43
    2262 hit(s) |
  • November 16--133rd Church Anniversary in Vidalia

    November 16--Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 515 Jenkins Street in Vidalia, would like you to come Celebrate their 133rd Church Anniversary, November 16th at 2:00 with guest speaker Rev. James Love of First African Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon and St. Phillips Baptist Church in Swainsboro. Pastor, Rev. Frank Williams
    Information
    Church Event | Jim Perry | 30 October 2025 | 12:20
    3206 hit(s) |
  • Pass it along with...CHURCH NEWS!

    LET US GET YOUR MESSAGE TO THE PUBLIC WITH CHURCH NEWS!    Your Church Speaks   Thank you for using Church News on News-Talk WVOP 970 AM and 105.3 FM, and southeastgeorgiatoday.com. Submit your church events to us at least 2 weeks ahead of time for the greatest coverage and best results. Include the name of the church, the church address, name of the event, date & time of the event, location of the event if other than the church, and any special speakers involved.  ** When including an image or images please send it as an attachment.  Use the jpg format for all images **   Send it to JIM PERRY! Email jperry @ radiojones.com ---Please note that FAX is no longer available.  Use email. 
    Information
    Church Event | Jim Perry | 03 November 2021 | 12:30
    83490 hit(s) |

Meet The Staff

  • General Manager

    Listen to WVOP

    Jeff Raiford

    912-537-9202
  • Program Director

    Listen to WTCQ

    Bob Roberts, WTCQ

    912-538-9898
  • Program Director

    Listen to WYUM

    Jim Perry, WYUM

    912-538-1017
  • Traffic / News Director

    Kathy

    Kathy Hilt

    912-537-9202