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A collection of animals and snowmen have gathered to sing carols to passersby.

A collection of animals and snowmen have gathered to sing carols to passersby.

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Reindeer take flight through Christmas night

Photos And Story By Bailey Ballard
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Reindeer Flight School officially took flight Dec. 12 with an outpour of visitors.In its 21st year, Reindeer Flight School features over 40,000 lights all displayed in the yard of local Richard Phillips. Phillips was originally from Milledgeville but moved to Sparta to open a shop.
Board member Rebecca Brasher speaks about the troupe’s goals and future projects. ALIVIA BLANTON/Staff

Board member Rebecca Brasher speaks about the troupe’s goals and future projects. ALIVIA BLANTON/Staff

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Milledgeville Players debut again as Milledgeville Theatre Collective

Alivia Blanton
Thursday, December 11, 2025
The Milledgeville Theatre Collective celebrated its program’s renewal with a ribbon cutting Tuesday, Dec.2, hosted by the Milledgeville- Baldwin County Chamber of Commerce.The Milledgeville Theatre Collective is a nonprofit arts organization that aims to make theatrical art accessible to all.
Dr. Matthew Jordan (left), NJROTC Area Nine manager, presents Baldwin High School NJROTC student cadet leaders Deasia Hurt (right), and Ethan Tavares (middle), with an award during the unit’s annual pass-inreview ceremony in the James A. Lunsford Gymnasium. CONTRIBUTED

Dr. Matthew Jordan (left), NJROTC Area Nine manager, presents Baldwin High School NJROTC student cadet leaders Deasia Hurt (right), and Ethan Tavares (middle), with an award during the unit’s annual pass-inreview ceremony in the James A. Lunsford Gymnasium. CONTRIBUTED

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NJROTC shines at annual Pass-In-Review Ceremony

News Staff
Thursday, December 11, 2025
The James A. Lunsford Gymnasium was filled with pride, precision, and patriotism on Nov. 20 as Baldwin High School’s Navy Junior ROTC cadets took the floor for their annual area manager’s inspection and Pass-In-Review Ceremony.
New CASA advocates sworn in

New CASA advocates sworn in

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New CASA advocates sworn in

News Staff
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Ocmulgee Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) recently swore in four new volunteers who will serve as the voice for children in foster care. Pictured with Juvenile Court Judge Kelli Rutherford are (l-r) Ellen Shea, Tom Downey, Ranee Parker, and Nyla Kusi.
Milledgeville Garden Club learns about holiday bulb planting

Milledgeville Garden Club learns about holiday bulb planting

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Milledgeville Garden Club learns about holiday bulb planting

News Staff
Thursday, December 11, 2025
The Milledgeville Garden Club met at First Baptist Church and learned about holiday bulb planting techniques and forcing bulbs to grow. Pictured is speaker Kelly Thomas, with MGC President Ana Edwards.
Carmenza Moreno contributed a collection of stitched artwork featuring Mickey Mouse and gang in winter attire.

Carmenza Moreno contributed a collection of stitched artwork featuring Mickey Mouse and gang in winter attire.

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Allied Arts hosts Deck the Walls

Story And Photos By Bailey Ballard
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Milledgeville-Baldwin County Allied Arts debuted its Deck the Walls exhibit Dec. 5 at the John Marlor Arts Center.“This is our first holiday showcase bringing artists together to create artwork that reminds them of the holiday season.
Milledgeville lets it snow

Milledgeville lets it snow

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Milledgeville lets it snow

News Staff
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Milledgeville lit its downtown tree on Dec. 5 despite the rainy day and cancellation of the Holiday on Hancock events. As part of the lighting, Milledgeville Main Street brought December’s first snow to its downtown streets.

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CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

News Staff
Thursday, December 4, 2025
Submit your events to bb@bbnews.todaySee more events and a regional events calendar online at bbnews.today. LOOK FOR THE CALENDAR MENU ITEM.BALDWINFRIDAY, DEC. 5What: Holiday on Hancock Tree Lighting When: 6-8 p.m.
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