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Updated Area Closings and Schedule Changes Due to the Winter Weather
The following are closings and schedule changes for this week. This list will be updated as more information is made available.
Vidalia City Hall will open at 8:30 am on Tuesday, January 21st and close at lunch due to impending inclement weather. Vidalia City Hall will be closed on Wednesday,
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- Newsbreak | | 20 January 2025 | 18:30
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City of Vidalia Urges Residents to Prepare
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- Newsbreak | | 20 January 2025 | 18:19
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EMA Director Issues Warning
Toombs County EMA Director Lynn Moore says the area is officially under a winter storm warning with the possibility of freezing rain, sleet, and up to 2 inches of accumulated snow.
Moore says the winter weather is expected to start Tuesday afternoon and be done by midnight. However, freezing
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- Newsbreak | | 20 January 2025 | 15:25
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Winter Storm Warning Issued
The National Weather Service in Atlanta, GA has issued the following Winter Storm Warning from 10:00 am Tuesday until 7:00 am Wednesday for our area.
Affected Area
Portions of central, east central, southeast, and west central Georgia...Description
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- Newsbreak | | 20 January 2025 | 13:15
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Vidalia Fire Chief Brian Sikes Issues Statement on Upcoming Winter Weather
"We have the potential for a wintry mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain and very cold wind chills Tuesday and Wednesday. We ask that everyone stay off the roads during this inclement weather if possible. If you go out, please drive with extreme caution ad wear appropriate closing for the winter
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- Newsbreak | | 20 January 2025 | 13:07
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Area Under Cold Weather Advisory and Potential Winter Weather On The Way
Our area is currently under a cold weather advisory from the national weather service. With the potential for winter precipitation and temperatures well below freezing upcoming, the following tips for preparation are recommended during the coming days.
Protect the four P’s, people, pets, pipes,
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- Newsbreak | | 20 January 2025 | 07:41
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Straight Talk With Wilson Johnson
To find out what's going on in the community and beyond, listen to Straight Talk with Wilson Johnson this Thursday, January 23rd at 8:05 am on Newstalk WVOP 105.3 FM. Wilson's guests this week will be Pastor Patrick McCoy, Dr. Geoffrey Connor, and Sasha, a Ukrainian National with a powerful story.
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- Newsbreak | | 20 January 2025 | 07:36
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Toombs BOE Recognizes Winners
The 2024-2025 Debra Brantley Special Education Teacher of the Year Award was presented to TCHS Special Education Teacher, Mrs. Katie Goodwin, for her outstanding service to the students in the Toombs County School System.
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- Newsbreak | | 18 January 2025 | 12:08
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Vidalia High School Continues Academic Excellence with Rising Honor Roll and End of Course Scores
Vidalia High School is celebrating a significant achievement in academic excellence as the Honor Roll and End of Course numbers continue to rise following the first semester of the 2025/26 school year. A remarkable 282 students earned recognition as either Arrow Honor Roll or Honor Roll students
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- Newsbreak | | 18 January 2025 | 11:56
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Vidalia Downs Toombs County Completes Season Sweep
In a hard-fought rivalry matchup, the Vidalia Indians overcame a tough challenge from Toombs County, winning 50-43 to complete the season sweep of their region rivals. The Indians, who were on the road, led by as many as 19 points during the game but had to withstand a late push from the Bulldogs to
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 January 2025 | 17:31
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Sports & Scores This Week (1-20-25)
January 20--Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week.
Monday, January 20
Tuesday, January 21
Basketball: Savannah Country Day at Vidalia 6:00pm (Postponed Until Monday, February 3)
Toombs County at Savannah Christian 6:00pm (Postponed)
Treutlen at Dooly County 6:00pm (Postponed)
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 January 2025 | 16:46
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Lady Barons Soar Over Running Eagles
In a nail-biting conference showdown, the Brewton-Parker Lady Barons defeated the Life Running Eagles 75-72 at the Eagle's Nest on January 16, 2025. The victory brings the Lady Barons' season record to an even 9-9 overall, with a strong 5-2 in conference play. The Lady Barons bounced back on the
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- Sportsbreak | | 17 January 2025 | 12:54
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MatDawgs Dominate Area Duals to Claim Championship, Advance to State at Heard County
The MatDawgs kept with their winning energy and traveled to Dublin to compete at the Area Dual Championships. The MatDawgs wasted no time setting the tone for the day with a 83-0 win over Montgomery County in the first round. The second round the MatDawgs only dropped two individual matches in a 71-8
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- Sportsbreak | | 16 January 2025 | 09:00
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Indians Get Road Win Over Wolverines
The Vidalia Indians secured a big road win over Woodville, 57-49, with Rashad Brown leading the charge, scoring 22 points. Jayon Colman added 18, helping propel the team to victory. DJ Wallace, Jamorion Phillips, and Joshtin Troupe all played crucial minutes, contributing to the overall effort.
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- Sportsbreak | | 15 January 2025 | 09:00
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Toombs County Falls Short Against Swainsboro
The Toombs County Boys Basketball team traveled to Swainsboro on Tuesday night and started strong, taking a commanding 17-4 lead in the first quarter. However, Swainsboro dominated the second and third quarters, outscoring the HoopDawgs 37-14 during that stretch. Despite their efforts, Toombs
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- Sportsbreak | | 13 January 2025 | 12:11
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Brewton-Parker Barons Lose Nail-Biter to Mobile Rams
The Barons hosted the Mobile Rams in a thrilling back-and-forth conference match in Mount Vernon. The Rams proved to be too much for the Barons to stop. The Barons came up just short with a final score of 84-88.
The game was a rollercoaster, featuring multiple lead changes that kept fans on the edge of
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- Sportsbreak | | 13 January 2025 | 08:07
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Lady Barons Fall Short Against Mobile Rams
The Lady Barons hosted the Mobile Rams in conference play. Despite multiple lead changes, the Lady Barons were unable to stop the Mobile Rams' offense and ultimately fell short with a final score of 73-83.
The Lady Barons started the game trading chances with the Rams, keeping the game close for most
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- Sportsbreak | | 13 January 2025 | 08:03
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Sports & Scores This Week (1-13-25)
January 13--Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week.
Monday, January 13
Basketball: Savannah Country Day 53, Toombs County 41 Girls & Savannah Country Day 54, Toombs County 44 Boys
Tuesday, January 14
Basketball: Vidalia 54, Woodville-Tompkins 37 Girls & Vidalia 57, Woodville-Tompkins 49 Boys
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- Sportsbreak | | 13 January 2025 | 06:59
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Community Calendar
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Greater Vidalia Chamber State of Economic Development
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- Community Event | | 20 January 2025 | 14:16
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Swainsboro-Emanuel County Chamber Membership Banquet
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- Community Event | | 18 January 2025 | 11:34
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Ohoopee Soil and Water Conservation District Meeting
The Ohoopee Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Treutlen County Library located at 585 Second Street in Soperton.
Please RSVP by January 22 to NancyAnne Conner (706-612-4020 or Christi Brantley (912-529-6728) or
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- Community Event | | 14 January 2025 | 09:23
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2025 Eggs & Issues Legislative Breakfast
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- Community Event | | 13 January 2025 | 14:57
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Emanuel Medical Center Foundation Auction
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- Community Event | | 13 January 2025 | 14:55
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Lyons Recreation Department 2025 Baseball & Softball
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- Community Event | | 13 January 2025 | 08:46
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Obituaries
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Mrs. Mildred Troupe
Mrs. Mildred Troupe was born on May 18, 1940, in Soperton, Georgia, to the late Willie and Mary Miller. She devoted her life to caring for others, spending 30 years as a valued employee at Bethany Nursing Home. Afterward, she continued her service to the community at Meadows Memorial Hospital... - Information
- Obituary | | 20 January 2025 | 09:43
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Mr. Zach Mixon, Soperton
Mr. Zach Mixon, age 36, of Soperton, died Friday, January 17, 2025, in Soperton. He was a native of Toombs County, growing up in Santa Claus, he was a 2008 graduate of Montgomery County High School, and has lived in Soperton since 2012. He was a four veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp stationed in North... - Information
- Obituary | | 20 January 2025 | 09:41
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Mrs. Ernestine Prescott Thompson, Forsyth
Mrs. Ernestine Prescott Thompson of Forsyth, passed away at age 97 on January 17, 2025. Visitation will be held from 2PM-4PM on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Monroe County Memorial Chapel in Forsyth, followed by a graveside service at 1:00 PM on Monday, January 20, 2025, at Glenn J. Thompson Family... - Information
- Obituary | | 19 January 2025 | 10:44
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Mr. James William Hege, Lothair Community
Mr. James William Hege, 75, of the Lothair Community in Soperton-Treutlen County died Friday, January 17, 2025 at his home. Mr. Hege was the son of the late Henry M. & Pauline Garrett Hege. He was born in Hagerstown, MD on May 22, 1949, attended the Paradise Mennonite School and had been a resident... - Information
- Obituary | | 19 January 2025 | 09:38
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Mr. Rabon Keith Hooks
Graveside services for Mr. Rabon Keith Hooks will be held Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM in Westview Cemetery in Soperton. Reverend Paul Beasley will officiate. Mr. Hooks died Thursday, January 16, 2025 at his home. Mr. Hooks, 56, was the son of the late Denton & Eula Pearl Cauley Hooks. He... - Information
- Obituary | | 18 January 2025 | 14:39
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Mr. Kenneth "Buck" Bryant, Lyons
Mr. Kenneth “Buck” Bryant, age 76, of Lyons, died Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at The Select Medical Hospital in Savannah following an extended illness. He was a native of Toombs County, growing up in Johnson Corner, living in Lyons most of his life, and he was a 1966 graduate of Lyons High... - Information
- Obituary | | 16 January 2025 | 12:42
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Mr. Raymond P. Carroll, Sr. Charlotteville Community
Mr. Raymond P. Carroll, Sr. age 73, of the Charlotteville Community in Montgomery County, died Monday, January 13, 2025, at Appling Healthcare in Baxley after a sudden illness. He was born March 29, 1951, in Toombs County to the late Howard Melgron Carroll and Tiny Maud Thompson Carroll. He grew... - Information
- Obituary | | 16 January 2025 | 07:37
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Mr. Glenwood L. Fish, Jr., Vidalia
Mr. Glenwood L. Fish, Jr., age 63, of Vidalia, died Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at his home after an extended illness. He was a native of Clinton, Massachusetts, but made Vidalia his home in 1990. He was a mechanic working for Mitchell Construction in Vidalia, Tide Water in Hazlehurst, and most... - Information
- Obituary | | 15 January 2025 | 15:45
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Mr. Russell Walker
Mr. Russell Walker, born June 23, 1954, in Lyons, Georgia, was the tenth child among 15 siblings of the late Dorothy C. Walker and Colon Walker Sr. Lovingly Known as “RussCat,” Russell graduated from North Carolina’s Job Corps and then relocated to New Jersey, where he pursued a career in... - Information
- Obituary | | 15 January 2025 | 13:47
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Church Calendar
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January 31--January Prayer Meetings in Vidalia
January 31--New Life In Christ Ministries, 208 Meadowbrook Street in Vidalia, would like you to come to their Noonday Prayer every Tuesday in January from 11:45 to 1:15. Also, Evening Prayer Services from 6:00 PM to 7:00 pm. Pastor Germain Williams- Information
- Church Event | | 15 January 2025 | 11:49
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January 30--Engage Luncheon in Vidalia
January 30--First Baptist Church, 107 East Second Street in Vidalia, would like ladies in the area to come to their Engage Luncheon, Thursday January 30th from noon to 1:00 on the Front Porch. Featuring special speaker Patricia Dixon. Sign up online at www.fbcvidalia.org / Events Calendar or call 912-537-4196. NOTE: Bring your own lunch or enjoy a delicious lunch of chili, grilled cheese sandwich, drink and dessert for just $5. Deadline to sign up: Sunday January 26th. - Information
- Church Event | | 13 January 2025 | 12:01
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February 1--Gospel Judilee in Lyons
February 1--Pastor's Nathaniel and Cynthia Joyce of Calvary Way Church invite you to their free First Gospel Jubilee, Saturday February 1st at 2:00 at Durden Cabin, 168 Miot Avenue in Lyons. Featuring Uvalda Community Choir, The Chosen Vessels and Teen Challenge. Light refreshments served.- Information
- Church Event | | 13 January 2025 | 11:49
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