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STC Announces 2026 Spring Semester President's List
Southeastern Technical College is proud to announce the 2026 Spring Semester President's List. These students earned a grade point average of 3.75 or higher while enrolled in 12 or more credit hours for the semester.
Appling: Abby Eason
Bulloch: Skylar Marks
Candler: Kaitlyn Dekle, Alexis
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- Newsbreak | | 18 May 2026 | 13:06
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Temporary Road Closure
Toombs County Commissioners have announced a temporary road closure at the intersection of Kelly Collins Road and SR 152 to the intersection of Kelly Collins Road and JP Edenfield Road from May 19, 2026, to June 9, 2026, or until the necessary repairs are completed.
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- Newsbreak | | 18 May 2026 | 10:20
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SECCA Breaks Ground on New Construction and Programs
Larry Calhoun, President of Southeastern Technical College, was the Master of Ceremonies recently as ground was broken for an important addition to the Southeastern Early College and Career Academy (SECCA) campus and the curriculum.
“This is about a $1.3 million project to expand the building,
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- Newsbreak | | 15 May 2026 | 14:17
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Former Smith State Prison Warden Indicted on Six Felony Counts
Brian Dennis Adams
After more than three years, the case against former Smith State Prison warden Brian Dennis Adams was finally presented to a Tattnall County Grand Jury.
On Tuesday, Grand Jurors returned six true bills against Adams including one count of Violation of Racketeer Influenced and
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- Newsbreak | | 14 May 2026 | 14:26
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Poole, Jerry Paul – Vidalia – Theft by Taking; Warrant Served.
Robertson, Jeffery Alan – Ailey – DUI; Speeding.
Bell, J. Bernard – Vidalia – DUI; Open Container.
Gonzalez, Jasmine Sierra –Lyons – Possession of Controlled Substance;
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- Newsbreak | | 14 May 2026 | 08:52
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Reidsville Mayor Calls for GBI Investigation
Reidsville Mayor Vickie Nail has requested the assistance of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation regarding possible irregularities into the city’s finances.
Nail, who took office in January 2024, made history by being the first female to hold the office of Mayor in Redsville, and was not the mayor
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- Newsbreak | | 13 May 2026 | 15:19
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DNR Reports Invasive Species Seen in Toombs, Tattnall Counties
If you see a rather large black and white lizard in Toombs or Tattnall counties, you might be a bit unnerved, but the Georgia Department of Natural Resources are aware of these creatures’ existence and says they need the public’s help.
Daniel Sollenberger of the DNR said, “These are Black and
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- Newsbreak | | 13 May 2026 | 15:14
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Dublin Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Trafficking Meth
A Laurens County man with a checkered criminal history has been sentenced to federal prison for distributing methamphetamine.
Bobby Akins, 55, of Dublin, Georgia, was sentenced to 90 months in prison after pleading guilty to Distribution of more than 50 Grams of Methamphetamine, said Margaret E.
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- Newsbreak | | 13 May 2026 | 13:57
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Toombs County Schools Honor Retiring Personnel
Toombs County Schools proudly recognized and honored its retirees for their years of dedicated service, commitment, and lasting impact on the students, staff, and families of the Toombs County school community at the May 12, 2026 Board of Education meeting.
Superintendent Barry Waller said, "Their
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- Newsbreak | | 13 May 2026 | 13:42
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Wardlaw Headed to BPCU
Congratulations to Mischa Wardlaw who has committed to play basketball for the Lady Barons at Brewton Parker Christian University! .
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- Sportsbreak | | 18 May 2026 | 08:39
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Sports & Scores This Week (5-18-26)
May 18-- Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week.
Monday, May 18
Baseball: Braves at Marlins 4:10pm (News Talk Sports WVOP-FM 105.3)
Golf: Vidalia & Toombs County at GHSA Class A Division 1 State Championships at Arrow Head Golf Club Elbertton 9:00am
Tuesday, May 19
Baseball: Braves
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- Sportsbreak | | 18 May 2026 | 08:10
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Vidalia Indians Set for State Championship Series at Synovus Park
The Vidalia Indians are set to compete for the Class A Division 1 State Championship this week, marking the program’s quest for their fourth state title in school history and first since 2022.
After extensive discussions between school officials and the Georgia High School Association (GHSA), it
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- Sportsbreak | | 18 May 2026 | 07:30
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Brown Signs With BPCU Barons
Congratulations to VHS Indian Rashad Brown who has signed his letter of intent to play basketball for the Barons at Brewton Parker Christian University.
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- Sportsbreak | | 14 May 2026 | 08:30
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Vidalia High School Track Teams Shine at GHSA State Championships, Both Finish as State Runners-Up
The Vidalia High School track and field program delivered one of its most memorable performances in recent history at the GHSA State Championships, with both the boys’ and girls’ teams claiming second-place finishes behind powerhouse Bleckley County. The Indians brought home multiple state titles,
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- Sportsbreak | | 13 May 2026 | 16:30
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Toombs County's Drew Woodruff Signs with BPCU
Recently at Toombs County High School, senior Drew Woodruff signed his letter of intent for a scholarship to play golf with the Barons at Brewton Parker Christian University.
“I just want to thank God and family for pushing me through this and making me work hard and pay off for this golf
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- Sportsbreak | | 13 May 2026 | 08:57
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Mosley Headed To Truett-McConnell
Congratulations to AUSTIN MOSLEY on your commitment to play golf at Truett McConnell University! Your hard work and dedication have brought you to this moment. We are excited for your future! (Courtesy of Vidalia Athletics)
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- Sportsbreak | | 12 May 2026 | 08:41
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TCHS earns 3rd Place at GHSA State Championship Fishing Tournament
(AJ Bagby and Tessa Jones)
(Joey Montford, Tessa Jones, AJ Bagby, Justin Bagby)AJ Bagby and Tessa Jones, TCHS 11th Graders, placed 3rd at the GHSA State Championship at Lake Sinclair on Saturday May 9th, 2026. AJ and Tessa had a 5-fish limit that weighed in at 19.00...
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- Sportsbreak | | 11 May 2026 | 13:21
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Boston Headed to GSU
Congratulations to DEIDRA BOSTON on her commitment to play softball for Georgia Southern at East Georgia! We are proud of you and can't wait to see what you achieve in your collegiate career! (Courtesy of Vidalia Athletics)
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- Sportsbreak | | 11 May 2026 | 08:33
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Community Calendar
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Toombs County Family Connection Summer Camp
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- Community Event | | 15 May 2026 | 15:06
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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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- Community Event | | 26 December 2024 | 11:36
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Obituaries
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Mr. Brody Scott Hutto, Toombs County
Brody Scott Hutto, age 17, of Toombs County, died Sunday, May 10th, 2026, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was a lifelong resident of Toombs County, and he was a sophomore at Toombs County High School where he played football, quarterback and kicker. The last few weeks of his... - Information
- Obituary | | 18 May 2026 | 10:09
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Mrs. Brenda Lott Williamson, Douglas
Mrs. Brenda Lott Williamson, age 67, of Douglas, died Thursday, May 14, 2026, at her sister’s home in Douglas following as extended illness. She was born on March 14, 1959, in Coffee County to the late Alfred Lott, Sr. and Cloteal Hutto Lott. She was a 1977 graduate of Coffee County High School... - Information
- Obituary | | 15 May 2026 | 12:40
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Mr. Hugh B. NeeSmith, Uvalda
Mr. Hugh B. NeeSmith, age 87, of Uvalda, met his Savior on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia, surrounded by his family. He was a native of Cedar Crossing, attended Hilldale School, and lived in Cedar Crossing until moving to Uvalda in 1960. Early in his life, he was... - Information
- Obituary | | 14 May 2026 | 13:53
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Mrs. Aldean Wright, Uvalda
With regret Vidalia Funeral Home announces the death of Aldean Wright of Uvalda, Georgia. Her death occurred on May 5,2026 at her home. She retired from the Post Office. She is survived by her husband James Wright of Uvalda one daughter, Paige Wright of Chicago; one granddaughter, Jaya Robinson of...- Information
- Obituary | | 14 May 2026 | 10:03
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Mrs. Bonnie C. Petty, Vidalia
Mrs. Bonnie C. Petty, age 77, of Vidalia, died Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Oxley Park Health & Rehab in Lyons following an extended illness. She was a native of Richmond County and lived in Augusta until moving to Vidalia in 1987. She was a 1966 graduate of George P. Butler High School in Augusta... - Information
- Obituary | | 13 May 2026 | 10:43
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Mr. Wendell “Dale” Widner, Cedar Crossing
Mr. Wendell “Dale” Widner, age 76, of Cedar Crossing, died Monday, May 11, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia following extended illness. He was a native of Colquitt in Miller County and lived there until enlisting in the U.S. Marines. After his military service, he began a forty-five... - Information
- Obituary | | 12 May 2026 | 16:36
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Mr. Jesus Alvarez, Lyons
Mr. Jesus Alvarez, age 75, of Lyons, died Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at his home in Lyons after an extended illness, surrounded by his family. He was born on March 23, 1951, in Jalisco, Mexico to the late Antonio Alvarez and Cruz Martinez Alvarez. As a young man, he moved to Los Angeles, California,... - Information
- Obituary | | 12 May 2026 | 07:16
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Mr. Archie L. Emanuel, Lyons
Mr. Archie L. Emanuel, age 75, of Lyons, died Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Memorial Health in Savannah after a brief illness. He was born in North Carolina, grew up in Cobbtown and has made Lyons his home since 1969. He was a truck driver for many years; Archie could do most anything, he was a... - Information
- Obituary | | 11 May 2026 | 12:19
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Mr. Herman E. Weeks, Mt. Vernon
Mr. Herman E. Weeks, age 76, of Mt. Vernon, died Saturday, May 9, 2026, at his home after a brief illness. He was a lifelong resident of Mt. Vernon, and was a diesel mechanic, log truck driver, and logger. He enjoyed cutting grass and horseshoes. He is preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte Ann...- Information
- Obituary | | 09 May 2026 | 14:57
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Church Calendar
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June 1-5--VBC in Uvalda
June 1-5--Cedar Crossing Baptist Church in Uvalda wants you to join them for a fun filled week with their Vacation Bible School "Junk Yard Redemption", June 1st through June 5th from 6:00 to 8:30. Games, music, crafts and Bible Lessons. Ages 3 to adult are welcome. See Annette Beasley or Pennie Criswell for more information. - Information
- Church Event | | 18 May 2026 | 09:34
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May 24--80th Church Anniversary in Vidalia
May 24--Solomon Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, 902 Thompson Street Ext in Vidalia, is Growing in Faith, Family & Fellowship with in their 80th Anniversary, May 24th at 2:30 with special guest Pastor Freddie Hodge of New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. Host Pastor Joel Chambliss - Information
- Church Event | | 14 May 2026 | 08:42
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May 18-21--Spring Revival in Vidalia
May 18-21--Solomon Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, 902 Thompson Street Ext in Vidalia, invites you to their Spring Revival, May 18th through May 19th at 7:00 with Pastor Gerard Hart of New Bible Believers Missionary Baptist Church in Dublin. Also, May 20th through May 21st at 7:00 with Bradderick J Silver of Sandy Ford Missionary Baptist Church in Dublin. Host pastor Joel Chambliss - Information
- Church Event | | 14 May 2026 | 08:39
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May 24--135th Church Anniversary in Vidalia
May 24--First African Missionary Baptist Church, 206 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue in Vidalia, would like you to come Celebrate their 135th Church Anniversary, Sunday May 24th at 10:00 with the churches very own Pastor Dr. Carl Wardlaw Jr. speaking. Dinner on the grounds.- Information
- Church Event | | 14 May 2026 | 07:43
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May 24--117th Church Anniverary in Ailey
May 24--St. Mary Missionary Baptist Church, 2038 McGregor Road in Ailey, would like you to come Celebrate their 117th Church Anniversary, May 24th at 11:00 with guest minister Rev Leroy Jordan Jr of Bark Camp MBC in Midville and Mt. Carmel MBC in Millen. Pastor Hubert W. Hodges- Information
- Church Event | | 11 May 2026 | 11:44
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June 7--Family & Friends Day in Mt. Vernon
June 7--Better Together Christian Community Church, 202 West Church Street in Mt. Vernon, invites you to Family & Friends Day 2026, Sunday June 7th at 2:30 with guest speaker Rev. Elijah Toney of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Soperton. Pastor Craig & First Lady Snead - Information
- Church Event | | 04 May 2026 | 12:25
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May 23--Gospel Sing in Glenwood
May 23--Snowhill Community Church, 864 Snowhill Church Road in Glenwood, invites everyone to a Gospel Sing, May 23th at 7:00 with guest singers Mark and Angie Hudson. Come expecting a blessing. - Information
- Church Event | | 30 April 2026 | 09:43
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May 30--Church Donation Only Yard Sale in Vidalia
May 30--North Thompson Baptist Church invites you to their Donation Only Yard Sale, May30th from 7:00 AM to 1:00 at 404 North Thompson Church Road in Vidalia.- Information
- Church Event | | 29 April 2026 | 09:49
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June 6--Worship Service and Ladies Tea in Mt. Vernon
June 6--Mt. Vernon Pentecostal Church, 1802 North Railroad Avenue in Mt. Vernon, invites women of all ages to their Worship Service and Ladies Tea, June 6th from 10:00 to 2:00 with special speaker Sis. Pam Hulett. Fancy dress/hats appropriate but not required. RSVP by call Sis. Sheena Lamb at 912-403-2409 - Information
- Church Event | | 28 April 2026 | 12:12
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