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Lassetter named GMEA Administrator of the Year

Lassetter named GMEA Administrator of the Year

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Lassetter named GMEA Administrator of the Year

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Thursday, October 9, 2025
Baldwin County College and Career Academy Director James Lassetter was named the Georgia Marketing Education Association Administrator of the Year.The GMEA Administrator of the Year is a subject-specific recognition given by associations within the Georgia Marketing Education Association.
Live actors recreate scary scenes at various stops on the Haunted Eatonton tour, scheduled for Oct. 24, 25, and 30, this year. CONTRIBUTED

Live actors recreate scary scenes at various stops on the Haunted Eatonton tour, scheduled for Oct. 24, 25, and 30, this year. CONTRIBUTED

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Haunted Eatonton returns this month

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Thursday, October 9, 2025
The ad for the 1984 hit movie, “Ghostbusters,” perfectly describes Eatonton this Halloween: “Are you troubled by strange noises in the middle of the night? Do you experience feelings of dread in your basement? Have you or your family ever seen a spook or ghost?
Milledgeville Garden Club hosts Welcome Back Luncheon

Milledgeville Garden Club hosts Welcome Back Luncheon

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Milledgeville Garden Club hosts Welcome Back Luncheon

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Thursday, October 9, 2025
Milledgeville Garden Club gathered for a “Welcome Back Luncheon” at First Baptist Church to share food, fellowship and plans for the upcoming year on beautifying Milledgeville. Hostesses for the event were Kathy Chandler, Betti Hodges, Harriett Whipple, Linda Poyner, and B.J. Simpson.
NAACP awards Sandra Mallory Scholarship

NAACP awards Sandra Mallory Scholarship

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NAACP awards Sandra Mallory Scholarship

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Thursday, October 9, 2025
Baldwin County NAACP President Cynthia Ward Edwards presented Justin Hightower with the NAACP Sandra Mallory Scholarship. He will be attending a Fort Valley State University in Fort Valley, Ga.
Macon & Robins Bed & Mattress has great brands such as Sealy to help customers find something to fit their sleep needs.

Macon & Robins Bed & Mattress has great brands such as Sealy to help customers find something to fit their sleep needs.

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Macon mattress store invested in community

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Thursday, October 9, 2025
Macon & Robins Bed & Mattress, local bed and mattress stores, are open to help locals find what they need for a good night’s sleep.The stores have three locations, two in Macon and one in Warner Robins.
Baldwin Reads launched at a pep rally at Lakeview Academy that included students, faculty, and community partners Communities in Schools, LVA PTO, Family Connections, and Ferst Readers. CONTRIBUTED

Baldwin Reads launched at a pep rally at Lakeview Academy that included students, faculty, and community partners Communities in Schools, LVA PTO, Family Connections, and Ferst Readers. CONTRIBUTED

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BCSD launches Baldwin Reads to improve literacy

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Thursday, October 9, 2025
The Baldwin County School District officially launched the Baldwin Reads Program, an initiative that will transform how children experience the magic of reading, Sept. 23 at a school-wide pep rally at Lakeview Academy.
Baldwin County School District Deputy Superintendent Dr. Rodney Tyson (right) stands with the assistant principals. CONTRIBUTED

Baldwin County School District Deputy Superintendent Dr. Rodney Tyson (right) stands with the assistant principals. CONTRIBUTED

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BCSD launches Assistant Principals Academy

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Thursday, October 9, 2025
Baldwin County School District Deputy Superintendent Dr. Rodney Tyson launched the new Assistant Principals Academy. This quarterly academy brings together assistant principals from across the district for targeted training, mentorship, and peer collaboration.

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CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

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Thursday, October 9, 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, OCT. 10What: Haunted Milledgeville Reception When: 6-8 p.m. Where: The Marlor House, 201 N. Wayne St.
JMA Varsity Cheer places first in Raider Rumble

JMA Varsity Cheer places first in Raider Rumble

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JMA Varsity Cheer places first in Raider Rumble

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Thursday, October 2, 2025
The John Milledge Academy varsity and middle school Cheer Competition teams competed Sept. 27 in the Raider Rumble. The varsity team finished in first place.
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