The State of Education in Toombs and Montgomery counties was the topic of discussion last week at a gathering hosted by the Greater Vidalia Chamber of Commerce, and superintendents, a head of schools and the CEO of the Southeastern Early College and Career Academy are mutually in agreement that the area
...Toombs County High School made history by hosting the first Georgia Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) State Championship at the Toombs County Ag Center on December 2-3. The event brought together 25 counties and teams from across the state, showcasing the skill and precision of students in the
...Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Smith, Donald Eugene – Wrightsville – Impeding Flow of Traffic; DUI.
Brownlee, Ernest Maurice – Vidalia – DUI; DUI Child Engagement; Open Container; Child Restraint Violation Under 8.
Collins, Sabrina Marie – Dexter – Theft by Shoplifting.
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No Jurors will need to appear in Toombs County court Monday, December 9, as all cases have been settled or continued according to Toombs County Clerk of Courts Nancy Pittman.
The Vidalia Christmas Parade is this Saturday morning, and in addition to the floats, bands, marchers and that Jolly Ol’ Elf, this year’s parade will have another special guest.
In 2022, Vidalia Mayor Doug Roper met Gideon, a young man from Uganda, who has ties to the Waller family in Vidalia.
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EZEQUIEL MEDINA
The November term of the Toombs County Grand Jury convened recently and returned indictments on all the cases presented to them by Middle Judicial Circuit District Attorney Tripp Fitzner’s Office. Among those individuals indicted were two in which allegations
...Sen Blake Tillery sharing legislative updates at the Legislative Breakfast at STC.
STC President Larry Calhoun presenting the State of the college presentation at the Legislative Breakfast at STC.
With Southeastern Technical College (STC) board members, trustees, and colleagues and board members from the
...Four men thought they could outrun law enforcement Sunday in a motor vehicle chase that began on Interstate 16 and ended in Candler County, but they were wrong.
According to reports, a Georgia State Patrol trooper attempted to make a traffic stop of red Dodge Challenger that was clocked at 87 mph in
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For the first time since the GHSA split One Act Play from its State Literary Competition, the Vidalia One Act Play Team has captured a State Championship. The victory, earned through their compelling portrayal of the Region 3-1A Championship play “Bad Axe,” unfolded late Saturday evening, November 23rd, at
...Region 3-A Division I
Player of the year: QB TJ Stanley, Toombs County, Sr.
Offensive player of the year: RB Zo Smalls, Savannah Christian, Sr.
Defensive player of the year: DL Elijah Griffin, Savannah Christian, Sr.
Athlete of the year: RB/WR Kenry Wall, Savannah Christian, Sr.
First-team offense
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The Toombs County MatDawgs continue to prove they are a force to be reckoned with in Georgia wrestling, taking on some of the state’s toughest competition in recent events.
Last Friday, the MatDawgs traveled north to face off against Social Circle, one of the top wrestling
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The Toombs County Bulldogs overcame an early deficit to rout the Elbert County Blue Devils 56-17 in The Pit on Friday night during Round 3 of the GHSA State Playoffs. With the win, the Bulldogs advance to the semifinals for the first time in school history.
Elbert County, riding momentum from a
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Vidalia High School’s Game Day team is gearing up to compete in the GHSA State Competition this Thursday, December 5th, at the Columbus Civic Center in Columbus, Georgia. The 2024 competition will be the largest in the event’s history since its inception, reflecting the growing interest and
...December 2--Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week.
Monday, December 2
Tuesday, December 3
Basketball: Ware County 60, Vidalia 41 Girls & Ware County 69, Vidalia 60 Boys
Claxton 37, Montgomery County 33 & Claxton 79, Montgomery County 46 Boys
RTCA 57, Edmund Burke Academy 51 Girls &
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The Toombs County softball team has plenty to celebrate with the recent announcement of the GHSA A Division 1 Region 3 awards. Several Lady Dawgs have earned well-deserved recognition for their exceptional performances this season, reflecting the talent and dedication that have driven the team’s
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On Friday night, the Toombs County Bulldogs continued their historic season with a dominant performance against the #7-ranked Commerce Tigers in Round 2 of the GHSA State Playoffs. Utilizing a potent running game and an aggressive air attack, the Bulldogs punched their ticket to the Quarterfinals for
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Six Vidalia Indians Softball players were named to the Region 3A D-1 All Region Team for the 2024 Season based on their performance during the the Indians’ 2nd place finish in Region play.
Senior Gabriella Royal was named 1st Team All Region for the second straight year. Royal batted .387 in
...(L-R) Front Row: Jared Durden (Brother), Alicia Durden (Mother), Meredith Durden, Brian Durden (Father).Coach Britt Tabor. Back Row: RTCA AD Coach Adam Callaway, Head Coach Brain Fitzgerald, Head of School Scott Tuck.
Congratulations to senior standout athlete Meredith Durden who signed her letter
...A copy of the proposed budget for Toombs County is now available t the county Administration Office in the Toombs County Government Center (Courthouse) from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Commissioner will have a Public Hearing for public comments on the 2025 Proposed Budget on Monday,
...Shop - Eat - Spend Local Loyalty Event!
You can pick up a card at Merle Norman Vidalia Mimosa Gift Boutique Magnolia Grace BoutiquePeppy's or Flowers by Chloé (Limited quantity, so grab yours fast!)
It’s simple: Shop at participating local stores. (Scan the QR code on the front of the card for a
...The East Park Cemetery Cleaning scheduled for Saturday, November 9, has been cancelled due to inclement weather, and rescheduled for December 14, 2024, beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Workers should bring any tools (hoes, shovels, rakes, gloves, chainsaw, etc) on that day.
In case of inclement weather, the
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