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VHS Students Earn National Recognition Program
Vidalia High School students have earned honors through College Board’s 2026 National Recognition Program, recognizing their strong academic performance and achievement on College Board assessments.
VHS honorees received the First-Generation Recognition Award and the Rural and Small-Town
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- Newsbreak | | 02 November 2026 | 12:55
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Wright Selected for Georgia Legislative Internship Program
Brewton-Parker Christian University (BPCU) student Conner Wright, a junior criminal justice major from St. Johns, Florida, has been selected for the Georgia Legislative Internship Program (GLIP) for the 2027 legislative session.
Through the program, Wright will spend the spring semester working at the
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- Newsbreak | | 02 November 2026 | 12:51
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Sally D. Meadows Students of the Month
Sally D. Meadows Elementary would like to celebrate the
Students of the Month for October 2026
Thank you for showing 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 Respectful and Value
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- Newsbreak | | 30 October 2026 | 08:07
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Metter Teen Charged in Threats Against North Georgia High School
A Metter teenager has been implicated in an alleged school shooting conspiracy that occurred in North Georgia.
This week, the Canton, Georgia Police Department arrested three individuals following an investigation into the alleged conspiracy to carry out a shooting at Cherokee High School.
Shane Keith
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- Newsbreak | | 29 October 2026 | 15:12
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Judge Dismisses Civil Suit Against City of Vidaia and Other Co-Defendants
Middle Judicial Circuit Chief Superior Court Judge Robert Reeves has granted a motion to dismiss in a civil case filed by Neil Singleton against the City of Vidalia, Vidalia Poice Department, and VPD Chief Rob Shore. The defendants listed also includes State of Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr.
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- Newsbreak | | 28 October 2026 | 14:43
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Davis Gets Life Plus 20 Years in Emanuel County Murder
by John Wagner, RadioJones, LLC
On December 8th last year an investigation of the Swainsboro Police with The Georgia Bureau of Investigation led to the arrest of 40-year-old Charles Justin Davis of Swainsboro. He was charged with Malice Murder for the death of Amber Nichole Fields, 34, who was found
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- Newsbreak | | 28 October 2026 | 11:14
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Ware Named Sole Finalist for Superintendent
by John Wagner, RadioJones, LLC
Last week the Emanuel County Board of Education held a called Board meeting. The only item on the agenda was employment and apparently the only thing discussed was Assistant Superintendent Jansen Ware becoming the Superintendent of Emanuel County Schools.
According to the
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- Newsbreak | | 28 October 2026 | 11:12
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Early Voting Steady But Time is Running Out
This Friday, October 30, is the last day to early vote in the November 3 election. The Toombs County Elections Office closes at 5:00 p.m.
Advanced voting in Toombs County has been steady with the Georgia Secretary of State’s Office reporting that as of noon on Tuesday, 3,377 voters had turned out
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- Newsbreak | | 27 October 2026 | 14:26
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GBI Arrests Virginia Teen for Crimes in Candler County
The GBI has arrested and charged Brayden Heath, age 19, of Centerville, Fairfax County, Virginia, with two counts of Sexual Exploitation of Children, one count of First Degree Cruelty to Children, and one count of Grooming of a Minor for a Sexual Offense.
In September of 2026, the Candler County
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- Newsbreak | | 27 October 2026 | 14:24
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Sportsbreak
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Vidalia to Host GHSA Region Cheerleading Competition
Vidalia High School is hosting the 2026 GHSA Region Cheerleading Competition on Saturday, November 7! Thirty-six teams, representing Division A and Division 2A, from across Georgia will compete in three events beginning at 10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.
The Vidalia Indians take the floor
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- Sportsbreak | | 02 November 2026 | 13:59
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VHS CROSS COUNTRY SHINES AT REGION
The Vidalia High School Indian Cross Country team brought home hardware and state championship berths following an outstanding performance at the Region 2-AA Championship and sectional meets. Highlighted by impressive top-ten finishes and a wave of personal-record performances, the Indians secured a
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- Sportsbreak | | 02 November 2026 | 12:59
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Vidalia Softball Makes Incredible Run to State Championship, Finishes as AA State Runner-Up
The Vidalia Indians softball team put together an unforgettable postseason run at the GHSA State Elite Eight in Columbus, battling through the elimination bracket after an opening-game loss to earn a spot in the Class AA State Championship Game. The Indians won four consecutive elimination games,
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- Sportsbreak | | 02 November 2026 | 12:50
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Sports & Scores This Week (11-2-26)
November 2-- Here is the sports schedule and scores for this week
Monday, November 2
Tuesday, November 3
Wednesday, November 4
Thursday, November 5
Football: Bulldogs Live 7:06pm (News Talk Sports WVOP-FM 105.3)
Friday, November 6
Football: Vidalia at Swainsboro 7:30pm (WTCQ, 97.7 FM, Classic
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- Sportsbreak | | 02 November 2026 | 07:14
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Vikings Pound Red Devils Behind Tobler's Five TD's
The Treutlen Vikings pounded out 352 yards rushing Friday night as they knocked off the Hawkinsville Red Devils at Bobby Gentry Stadium by a score of 41-7. Senior running back Za’Kian “Peanut” Tobler scored five touchdowns on 19 carries on the night. It was the Vikings first victory against
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- Sportsbreak | | 01 November 2026 | 14:52
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Georgia's Friday Night Lights High School Scoreboard
High School Scoreboard – October 30th
Class AAA
11 Appling Co. "Pirates" @ Toombs Co. "Bulldogs" 7 F
6 Islands "Sharks" @ Pierce Co. "Bears" 48 F
0 Tattnall Co. "Battle Creek Warriors" @ Brantley Co. "Herons" 26 F
32 Johnson Savannah "Atom Smashers" @ Beach "Bulldogs" 61 F
Class AA
48 Dublin
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- Sportsbreak | | 30 October 2026 | 07:34
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No. 1 Toombs County Pummels Johnson High 62-0 Before Packed Home Crowd
The top-ranked Toombs County Bulldogs continued their dominant 2026 campaign Friday night, improving to a perfect 8-0 with a convincing 62-0 victory over the Johnson High Atomsmashers in front of a packed home crowd at The Pit.
The Bulldogs wasted little time putting points on the scoreboard, and
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- Sportsbreak | | 26 October 2026 | 14:14
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Sports & Scores This Week (10-26-26)
October 26--Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week.
Monday, October 26
Tuesday, October 27
Wednesday, October 28
Softball: Bacon County 3, Vidalia 0 (GHSA Class AA State Playoffs Elite 8 Columbus)
Banks County 10, Metter 1 (GHSA Class AA State Playoffs Elite 8 Columbus)
Sonoraville 2,
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- Sportsbreak | | 26 October 2026 | 08:28
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Georgia's Friday Night Lights High School Scoreboard
High School Scoreboard – October 23rd
Class AAA
0 Johnson Savannah "Atom Smashers" @ Toombs Co. "Bulldogs" 62 F
7 Islands "Sharks" @ Appling Co. "Pirates" 45 F
52 Pierce Co. "Bears" @ Brantley Co. "Herons" 0 F
14 Beach "Bulldogs" @ Tattnall Co. "Battle Creek Warriors" 31 F
Class AA
13 Vidalia
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Community Calendar
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Greater Vidalia Chamber Awards Gala
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- Community Event | | 02 November 2026 | 12:36
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Now Hiring! Vidalia Police Department
Looking for a career with purpose? Answer the Call with the Vidalia Police Department.
We're hiring Police Officers and offering competitive pay, excellent benefits, professional training, and opportunities for advancement. Already certified? We'd love to talk to you. Not certified? Qualified
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- Community Event | | 30 October 2026 | 14:09
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Greater Vidalia Chamber Ribbon Cutting
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- Community Event | | 30 October 2026 | 14:07
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Million Pines Arts & Crafts Is Coming!
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- Community Event | | 02 October 2026 | 09:24
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Vidalia Christmas Parade
This year’s Christmas Parade application is now available: https://downtownvidalia.org/events/christmas-parade/ Application deadline is November 20th.
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- Community Event | | 23 September 2026 | 13:50
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Lyons Citizen of the Year Nominations and Banquet Announced
The Lyons Citizen of the Year Banquet will be held September 24, 2026, in the Lyons First Baptist Church. The program will begin at 6:30 with a meal, patriotic speaker and music, and the announcement of this year's Lyons top citizen.
Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased at Peoples Bank in
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- Community Event | | 11 August 2026 | 09:06
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Sons of the American Revolution Meeting
Sons of the American Revolution meet the 3rd Thursday of every month in the backroom of Chatters in Lyons. Dinner is at 6:15 and at 7:00 there is a historical presentation.
Please come and visit with us and we will help you find your Revolutionary War Ancestor.
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Obituaries
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Susan Stephens
Susan Stephens, beloved wife, mother, and Booshie, passed away on October 31, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia after an extended illness. She was born on August 11, 1949, to Aaron and Helen Wood Lynn. She lived all her life in Toombs County and was a 1967 graduate of Vidalia High... - Information
- Obituary | | 02 November 2026 | 07:13
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Joan Ellen Taylor Raby
Joan Ellen Taylor Raby was born on May 23, 1954, to Willie Ethel Bowen and Edward Otis Taylor. She was the oldest of three children (Glenn & Linda). She married Clyde Jr. Chavis on May 8, 1968, at Reidsville City Hall in Reidsville Georgia. Joan and Jr. had two sons together, Dywayne and Jamie... - Information
- Obituary | | 01 November 2026 | 13:23
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Aubryn A. Mixon, Sandersville
Aubryn A. Mixon, age 20, of Sandersville and formerly of Higgston, died on Saturday, October 22, 2026, at her home after a sudden illness. She was a native of Montgomery County, growing up and living near Higgston all of her life before recently moving to Washington County. She was a 2024 graduate of... - Information
- Obituary | | 30 October 2026 | 07:15
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Frederick Keith Graham, Crystal River, Florida
Frederick "Keith" Graham, age 69, of Crystal River, Florida, peacefully departed this earthly life on October 10, 2026. Keith lived a life defined by honor, duty, and an unwavering commitment to protecting others. He proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Marine Corps... - Information
- Obituary | | 30 October 2026 | 07:13
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Mr. Mack Garrett, Lyons
Mr. Mack Garrett, age 85, of Lyons, died Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia following an extended illness. He was a native of Toombs County and grew up in the New Branch Community. He attended New Branch School and was a 1959 graduate of Lyons High School... - Information
- Obituary | | 28 October 2026 | 15:09
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Mrs. Mildred "Faye" Booth
Mildred “Faye” Booth, 83, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 25, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. A 1961 graduate of Wayne County High School, Faye lived a life defined by unwavering Christian faith, quiet strength, kindness, and selfless devotion to others. She was a woman of... - Information
- Obituary | | 28 October 2026 | 09:12
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Mrs. Jolene Busby Coulter, Tattnall County
Mrs. Jolene Busby Coulter, age 87, of the Tyson Community in Tattnall County, died Saturday, October 24, 2026, at her home following an extended illness. She was a native of Tattnall County, living in Tyson all of her life before recently moving to Vidalia. She was supervisor at Ithaca Industries... - Information
- Obituary | | 27 October 2026 | 10:06
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Mr. Roland Truett Williams, Jr., Lyons
Mr. Roland Truett Williams, Jr., age 79, of Lyons, died Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Oxley Park Health & Rehab in Lyons. He was born in Augusta, Georgia on June 2, 1947, to the late Roland Truett, Sr. and Joyce Melvina Williams. He grew up in Malone, Florida and attended Santa Fe Junior College in... - Information
- Obituary | | 27 October 2026 | 10:02
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Rev. Daniel Lee Webber, Lyons
Reverend Daniel Lee Webber, age 69, of Lyons, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 25, 2026. He was a native of Toombs County, growing up in the New Branch Community and later moving to Wayne County where he graduated in 1976. He met his wife while in high school, and after her move to... - Information
- Obituary | | 27 October 2026 | 09:59
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Church Calendar
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November 15--Pastor's Anniversary
November 15--Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church invites you to their 4th Pastor's Anniversary for Pastor Franklin Williams and First Lady Jean Williams, Sunday November 15th at 2:00 with guest speaker Rev. Dr. Carl Wardlaw Jr of First African Missionary Baptist Church.- Information
- Church Event | | 29 October 2026 | 12:31
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November 8--Old Fashioned Family & Friends Day
November 8--Grant Chapel C.M.E. Church would like you to come to their Old Fashion Family & Friends Day, Sunday November 8th at 2:30 with speaker Rev. Brenda N. Brown of St. Luke A.M.E. Church. Dinner served after.- Information
- Church Event | | 27 October 2026 | 11:58
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November 8--154th Church Anniversary
November 8--Nepsey Warren United Methodist Church in Ailey would like you to come Celebrate 154 Years of Faith, Heritage and Service, Sunday November 8th at 10:00 with guest speaker Rev. Dr. Marvin Howard. - Information
- Church Event | | 27 October 2026 | 11:44
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November 8--Old Fashioned Day
November 8--Snowhill Community Church, 864 Snowhill Church Road in Glenwood, cordially invites you to their Old Fashion Day Celebration, Sunday November 8th with special guest Heaven's Tradition from Douglas. Dinner served after service. Singing in the afternoon. No evening service. - Information
- Church Event | | 27 October 2026 | 09:45
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November 8--Family & Friends
November 8--Missionary Department of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church cordially invite you to their Annual Family and Friends Program, November 8th at 4:00.- Information
- Church Event | | 26 October 2026 | 12:27
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November 7--Community Health Fair
November 7--The Sister in Christ Ministry of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church invites you their Community Health Fair, Saturday November 7th from 10:00 to 2:00. Featuring East Georgia Healthcare of Swainsboro, Domestic Violence Representatives, Safe Kids and more. Ask about free car seats and phones for those with hearing loss. Other vendors on site. Snacks served.- Information
- Church Event | | 26 October 2026 | 12:26
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November 15--Family & Friends Day in Vidalia
November 15--East Park Church of God in Christ, 711 4th and Washington Streets in Vidalia, would like you to come to Family & Friends Day Services, November 15th at 3:00 with guest speaker Elder James McRae Jr of Living Waters Full gospel Ministries in Macon. - Information
- Church Event | | 21 October 2026 | 11:36
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November 14--Fall Festival in Ailey
November 14--Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church in Ailey invites you to their Fall Festival: Falling For Jesus, November 14th from 10:00 to 2:00 with activities for the whole family. Pastor Carl Wardlaw III. - Information
- Church Event | | 05 October 2026 | 12:07
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