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Evans County Looking For Escaped Detainee
As of Wednesday morning, the Evans County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man who escaped deputies’ custody while being transported to jail.
According to the law enforcement agencies, Tuesday evening the Claxton Police Department and the Evans County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations
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- Newsbreak | | 26 November 2025 | 11:28
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TCSO Warns of New Phone Scam
Law enforcement at the Toombs County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday morning that they had been made aware that a phone scam was taking place in the area.
Apparently, the caller(s) is/are using the name of Toombs County Sheriff's Office Captain Chris Clark's name in various types of telephone
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- Newsbreak | | 26 November 2025 | 10:53
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:
Edwards, Cameron Maik – Vidalia – No Driver’s License.
Snead, Corey Labronne – Ellenwood, GA – DUI.
Hall, Rodney Dewayne – Alamo – Warrant Served (Wheeler County).
Haltom, Beverly Proffitt – Vidalia – DUI.
Rogers, Rakeem Terezze – Vidalia –
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- Newsbreak | | 26 November 2025 | 09:05
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Toombs County Grand Jurors Hands Down Indictments
The Toombs County Grand Jury convened last Monday and returned all 19 bills of indictment as true as presented to them by the Middle Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office.
Charges varied amongst those indicted from possession of illegal drugs to possession of guns while committing crimes or
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- Newsbreak | | 25 November 2025 | 14:51
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Infant Death Investigation Underway in Middle Judicial Circuit
The GBI and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office have arrested and charged Dakota Taylor, age 21, of Wrens, GA, with Malice Murder, Felony Murder, and First-Degree Cruelty to Children. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI on January 8, 2025, to assist with an investigation into
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- Newsbreak | | 24 November 2025 | 15:16
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J.D. Dickerson Students of the Month
The Students of the Month for November at J.D. Dickerson Primary School are: (back row, L to R): Fahdnail Bobakr, Trtistan Fowler, Harper Martin, Makinna Sanchez, Toni Kate Dennis, Blakelyn Brooks, Hope Hargrove, Wilder Glenn, Yonatan Gomez-Sales, Kyson Butler; (Middle Row, L to R): DeShayla
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- Newsbreak | | 24 November 2025 | 14:08
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Strobridge to Retire at End of School Year
Vidalia High School Principal Ellis Strobridge has announced his retirement, sharing the news with the Vidalia City School Board of Education during their meeting on Friday at JD Dickerson Primary School. Strobridge, currently in his first year leading VHS, reflected, “I have always been told, you
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- Newsbreak | | 22 November 2025 | 07:55
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Judge Declares Mistrial in Case Against Former Washington County Deputies
After eight long years three former Washington County deputies finally had their days in court last week after being accused in the death of Eurie Martin in the summer of 2017.
Michael Howell, Henry Copeland and Rhett Scott all faced four charges: Felony Murder; Involuntary Manslaughter,
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- Newsbreak | | 21 November 2025 | 14:48
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SDM Students of the Month
The Sally D. Meadows Elementary School Students of the Month have been recognized for November. Thee student show pride at Sally Meadows and model how to Walk the Brave Way and do a great job of representing PBIS motto and schoolwide epections of Be Respectful and Value Everyone.
(Back Row, L to
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- Newsbreak | | 21 November 2025 | 10:21
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#2 Toombs County Delivers Final Blow in Heavyweight Battle vs. #5 Thomasville, 24–19
...Friday night in The Pit lived up to every expectation, as #2 Toombs County and #5 Thomasville traded punches in a physical, four-quarter slugfest that felt more like a 12-round boxing match than a football game. In the end, Toombs County landed the knockout hit — a 57-yard touchdown run that
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- Sportsbreak | | 27 November 2025 | 12:16
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RTCA Crusaders Win State Championship Over Spartans
The RTCA Crusaders defeated the Edmund Burke Academy Spartans 23-12 Friday to win the GIAA Class A State Championship at Five-Star Stadium at Mercer University in Macon.
The Crusaders got on the scoreboard twice in the first quarter. Quarterback Drew Edwards ran the ball into the end zone from two
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- Sportsbreak | | 26 November 2025 | 09:04
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Sports & Scores This Week (11-24-25)
November 24- Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week
Monday, November 24
Basketball: Ware County 58, Toombs County 40 Girls &Turner County 48, Toombs County 39 Boys (Jeff Davis Tournament)
Lincoln County 60, RTCA 56 Girls (EBA Tournament)
Tuesday, November 25
Basketball: Long County 46,
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- Sportsbreak | | 24 November 2025 | 07:07
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Barons Stun #10 Roadrunners
In a thrilling conference matchup on November 20, 2025. The Brewton-Parker Christian University Barons stunned the #10 Dalton State College Roadrunners in Dalton, Ga.. The Barons controlled the game in both halves and extended their undefeated streak to 6-0 and 1-0 in conference with a 74-71 win
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- Sportsbreak | | 21 November 2025 | 08:13
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Vidalia's Robbie Sharpton Receives Statewide Facilities and Grounds Award
The City of Vidalia is proud to announce that Robbie Sharpton of the Vidalia Recreation Department has been selected by the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association (GRPA) to receive the Facilities and Grounds Award.
Each year, GRPA invites districts to nominate one full-time employee who goes
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 November 2025 | 09:17
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#2 Toombs County Destroys Temple 50–6 in Opening Round of GHSA Playoffs
Toombs County set the tone for its playoff run Friday night, overwhelming the Temple Tigers 50–6 at the PIT and advancing to Round 2 of the GHSA State Playoffs. The Bulldogs, ranked No. 2 in Class AD1 delivered a statement win with explosive offense, gritty defense, and standout special teams.
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- Sportsbreak | | 19 November 2025 | 19:07
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Vidalia Wrestling Opens Season at Battle at the Bay, Prioritizing Mat Time and Early Growth
The Vidalia High School Wrestling Program, including girls, boys, and JV, opened the 2025–2026 season this weekend at Battle at the Bay at Brantley County High School. With mid-November marking the true start of competition, Vidalia’s focus for this tournament was simple: give every wrestler as
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- Sportsbreak | | 17 November 2025 | 12:51
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Barons Compete at Liberty Duals
The Brewton-Parker Christian University Barons competed at the Liberty Duals on November 15, 2025. The Barons faced off against six teams and went 5-1 on the day. The Barons kicked off the day by taking on Montreat College, followed by Southern Virginia University, Liberty University, Greensboro
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- Sportsbreak | | 17 November 2025 | 12:48
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MatDawgs Have Strong Showing at Battle at the Bay: Toombs County Claims Four Gold Medals in Dominant Display
The Toombs County High School MatDawgs stormed into the Battle at the Bay tournament, crowning four individual champions and piling up runner-up finishes throughout the lineup. Hosted at Brantley County High School and featuring a loaded field of 12 teams from Southeast Georgia, the MatDawgs
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- Sportsbreak | | 17 November 2025 | 12:43
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Community Calendar
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Greater Vidalia Chamber Groundbreaking
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- Community Event | | 25 November 2025 | 15:56
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Greater Vidalia Chamber Ribbon Cutting
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- Community Event | | 19 November 2025 | 11:21
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Obituaries
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Mr. William F. Ford, Jr., Toombs County
Mr. William F. Ford, Jr., age 82, of Toombs County, died Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at his home in Lyons surrounded by his family, following a brief illness. He was raised near the English Eddy Community and lived in Toombs County all of his life. He worked as a logger most of his life, working... - Information
- Obituary | | 26 November 2025 | 13:41
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Ms. Brenda Kaye Ceasar
Ms. Brenda Kaye Ceasar, born on January 28, 1962, in Higgston, GA, to the parentage of Mr. Reuben Ceasar Jr. and Mrs. Johnnie Will Kent, peacefully entered eternal rest on November 20, 2025. Brenda attended Vidalia Comprehensive High School, where she ran track and played basketball. Brenda spent some of... - Information
- Obituary | | 26 November 2025 | 13:39
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Mrs. Mackie Barwick Lawrence, Uvalda
Mackie Barwick Lawrence, age 76, of Uvalda, died Sunday, November 23, 2025, at The Oaks Bethany in Vidalia after an extended illness. She was born in Wheeler County and was a 1967 graduate of Wheeler County High. She lived in Wheeler County until moving to Uvalda in 1994 and to Dublin a few years... - Information
- Obituary | | 26 November 2025 | 11:55
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Ms. Pheobe Dean Parrish
Phoebe Dean Parrish was born on March 23, 1955, in Augusta, Georgia. She passed away on November 20, 2025, at her residence after a courageous battle with cancer. She was loved deeply by her friends, family, and closest companions. She was a daughter, a sister, a best friend, and a good-hearted... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 November 2025 | 13:14
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Berry Albert Darley
Berry Albert Darley, age 94, died peacefully at home on Friday, November 21, 2025. Mr. Darley was born on November 25, 1930, in Uvalda, Georgia. As a young child he and his family moved to Toombs County where he lived the rest of his life. He passed four days prior to his 95th birthday. Mr. Darley... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 November 2025 | 07:42
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Mildred Powell Curl, Mt. Vernon
Mildred Powell Curl, age 87, of Mt. Vernon, died Friday, November 21, 2025, under the care of Affinis Hospice at Oxley Park Health & Rehab in Lyons following an extended illness. She was a native of Montgomery County and lived in Mt. Vernon most of her life. She worked at Ailey Manufacturing for... - Information
- Obituary | | 23 November 2025 | 09:41
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Yvonne Byrd Henderson, Vidalia
Yvonne Byrd Henderson, age 80, of Vidalia, died Friday, November 21, 2025, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia after a brief illness. She was a native of Toombs County and lived most of her life in Vidalia. She was a 1963 graduate of Lyons High School and was a member of Vidalia First... - Information
- Obituary | | 22 November 2025 | 16:21
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Mrs. Joyce Scott Toler, Dublin
Mrs. Joyce Scott Toler, age 71, beloved wife of Kenneth Wayne Toler of Dublin passed away at their home on Thursday morning, November 20, 2025. Delivered by a midwife at home in Soperton, she was the fourth of five children born to the late James Roy Scott and Zelma Ree Beasley Scott. She grew up... - Information
- Obituary | | 22 November 2025 | 16:17
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Mr. Willie A. Brinson, Mt. Vernon
Mr. Willie A. Brinson, age 56, of Mt. Vernon, died Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro after a brief illness. He was a native of Vidalia and lived in Montgomery County most of his life. He was a 1987 graduate of Vidalia High School where he played... - Information
- Obituary | | 21 November 2025 | 14:12
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Church Calendar
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December 7--Candlelight Service in Vidalia
December 7--New Vision Church, 301 Smith Street in Vidalia, would like you to join them for their Candlelight Communion 2025, December 7th at 6:00 with guest speaker Rev. Derrick Ryals. - Information
- Church Event | | 24 November 2025 | 12:01
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November 30--Old Fashioned Homecoming Sing in Vidalia
November 30--North Thompson Baptist Church, 404 North Thompson Church Road in Vidalia, wants you to get out your best old fashioned attire and join them for their Old Fashioned Homecoming Sing & Celebration, November 30th at 11:00. Potluck lunch afterwards.- Information
- Church Event | | 11 November 2025 | 09:43
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SPECIAL NOTE from New Life in Christ Ministries Outreach
Greetings from the New Life In Christ Ministries Outreach Ministry, We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous and repeated donations to our Clothes Closet Giveaway. Your unwavering support has played a vital role in making this initiative a true success within our community. Because of your kindness, countless individuals and families have been blessed with essential clothing and other homegood items and renewed hope. Your contributions reflect the spirit of compassion and service that drives our mission forward. Thank you for being a beacon of generosity. We are deeply grateful for all that you’ve done. We sincerely appreciate you, New Life In Christ Ministries Outreach Ministry Germain A. Williams, Pastor- Information
- Church Event | | 11 November 2025 | 09:38
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January 17--Gospel Explosion in Vidalia
January 17--New Vision Baptist Church, 301 Smith Street in Vidalia, would like you to come to their New Year Gospel Explosion, Saturday January 17th at 6:00 featuring Pat & the Gurlz of Tallahassee Florida, Redemption of Alston, The Golden Echos of Southeast Georgia, Kingdom Minded of Glennville, and The Chosen Vessels of Glennville. Donation $10 at the door - Information
- Church Event | | 10 November 2025 | 09:53
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- Church Event | | 03 November 2021 | 12:30
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