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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Powell, Joshua Lynn – Vidalia – Simple Battery.
Craig, Gail Whitaker – Perry, GA – Simple Battery.
Clark, Angela Lynne – Lyons - Theft by Shoplifting.
Morris, Andrew Eric - Glenwood - Willful Obstruction; Littering; Urban Camping;
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- Newsbreak | | 06 February 2026 | 09:36
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Herin to Lead Greater Vidalia Chamber of Commerce in 2026

Tres Herin, 2026 Greater Vidalia Chamber of Commerce Chair, accepts the official gavel from 2025 Chair Nissa Mitchell.
With the official passing of the gavel Thursday at noon, the volunteer leadership of the Greater Vidalia Chamber of Commerce was passed. But it’s not the first time the incoming chair
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- Newsbreak | | 05 February 2026 | 15:14
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Hinman Scholars Named in STC Dental Hygiene Program
Southeastern Technical College 2026 Hinman Scholars Melanie Garcia and Olivia BarnesOn behalf of the Thomas P. Hinman Board of Trustees, Southeastern Technical College (STC) is pleased to announce that Dental Hygiene students Olivia Barnes of Tattnall County and Melanie Garcia of Toombs County have
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- Newsbreak | | 05 February 2026 | 11:36
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Flock Camera Aids in Apprehension of Wanted Suspect
The use of flock cameras isn’t without controversy, but thanks to the technology, a flock camera in the City of Swainsboro was part of an investigation that led to an accused child molester being taken into custody.
The Swainsboro Police Department says a notification of a vehicle description was
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- Newsbreak | | 04 February 2026 | 14:32
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200 New Jobs Headed to Emanuel County
ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Dongwon Autopart Technology plans to invest $30 million in a new production facility in Emanuel County. The automotive project is anticipated to create 200 new jobs over the next several years.
“Georgia’s thriving automotive industry is
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- Newsbreak | | 04 February 2026 | 13:38
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Former Claxton Mayor Passes Away

The City of Claxton is mourning the passing of former Mayor Luther Royal. Royal died last Friday night.
Royal served as Claxton Mayor for 11 years, and 16 years as a City Council member. In a social media post pinned to the City of Claxton, the writer describes Royal as a dedicated public servant
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- Newsbreak | | 03 February 2026 | 14:49
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Toombs, Candler Counties To Receive rural Site Development Grants
...Governor Brian P. Kemp announced Monday the third round of grants from the Rural Site Development Initiative (RSDI) within the OneGeorgia Authority. With $4.3 million included in this latest allotment, the total investment committed to rural site development projects since the program’s launch in FY
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- Newsbreak | | 03 February 2026 | 14:45
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Alertness of Neighbor Results in Arrest in Reidsville
The Reidsville Police Department made an arrest early last Friday morning of a man thanks to the alertness of a neighbor’s vigilance.
The Reidsville Police Department reports that at 12:12, officers responded to a burglary call at a residence on Highway 56 Extension. The person calling told
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- Newsbreak | | 02 February 2026 | 15:24
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Albany Man Dies in Single Vehicle Crash in Candler County
Wintery weather conditions may have led to the death of an Albany, Georgia, man in Candler County Saturday night.
According to the Candler County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred on Highway 121 North near Forest Drive. He was identified as Charles Tarver. Reports say he was driving north when his car
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- Newsbreak | | 02 February 2026 | 14:42
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JDD Students of the Month
Congratulations to JDD students who are the Students of the Month for January.

(Back Row,(left to right): Micah Murphy, Khloe Harris, Ava Brooke Lindsey, Lilly Holmes, Brenley Craft, Logan Yang, Royalti Johnson, Haizley Howell
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(Middle Row, left to right): Anelia Kelly, Tucker Aaron, Myrakle- Information
- Newsbreak | | 02 February 2026 | 13:28
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Sally D. Meadows Students of the Month
The Students of the Month for January at Sally D. Meadows Elementary School have been announced and each student represents their showing of pride at Sally Meadows and modeling how to Walk the Brave Way! These students do a great job of representing our PBIS motto and schoolwide expectations: Be
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- Newsbreak | | 02 February 2026 | 13:22
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The People's House: Week 3

by Rep. Leesa Hagan
The Georgia House of Representatives began the third week of the 2026 legislative session on January 26. We started the week a little later than planned after a winter storm swept across much of the state. By Tuesday, however, we were all back in Atlanta and hard at work. Much
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- Newsbreak | | 02 February 2026 | 09:56
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Under the Gold Dome: Weeks Two & Three

by Sen. Blake Tillery (R-Vidalia)
The 2026 Legislative Session is picking up steam. Even with winter weather causing a few delays, we have remained focused on delivering results for Georgians.
Governor Brian Kemp’s budget proposals for both the current and FY 2027 years are now before both
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- Newsbreak | | 02 February 2026 | 09:54
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City of Glennville Terminates Fire Chief After Arrest
The City of Glennville held an emergency meeting Thursday afternoon which was held in closed session to discuss personnel. The topic for discussion was the termination of former Fire Chief Dale Barnard. His termination is effective immediately.
Barnard was arrested last week and charged with two
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- Newsbreak | | 02 February 2026 | 00:00
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Emanuel County School Closure
Because Emanuel County is under a Winter Storm Warning for this weekend and extremely cold temperatures are expected to linger into next week, Emanuel County Schools will be closed on Monday due to ongoing weather impacts.
At this time, we anticipate schools will be open on Tuesday. We will
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- Newsbreak | | 30 January 2026 | 18:58
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Winter Weather Expected This Weekend in Area
The area is expected to see unusual weather this weekend, and Toombs County EMA Director Lynn Moore says it’s going to make some people happy and others not so much.
“Let’s go ahead and make the kids happy,” Moore said. “The weather experts are telling us that we can expect to see 1-inch of snow in
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- Newsbreak | | 30 January 2026 | 10:19
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Robinson, Jackie Rogers, Jr. - Vidalia - Aggravated Assault ; Obstruction; Unlawful Possession of Firearm; Possible Firearm During Commission of or Attempt to Commit Crime.
Reese, Jermaine Devonta - Vidalia - Warrant Served.
Toombs County
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- Newsbreak | | 30 January 2026 | 10:14
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Dublin City Schools Begins Nationwide Search for New Superintendent
As Dublin City Schools work diligently on overcoming various obstacles, the Board of Education is focusing on the future of the school system.
WMAZ News in Macon reports that Dublin City Schools have begun a nationwide search to fill the position of permanent Superintendent. Strapped with
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- Newsbreak | | 29 January 2026 | 15:10
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