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GWM: Lessons from a grassroots vote-getter

GWM: Lessons from a grassroots vote-getter

GWM: Lessons from a grassroots vote-getter

Dot Padgett
Thursday, February 12, 2026
In 2024, April 2 was a red-letter day for Eatonton as Dot Padgett, at a spry 95 years old, delighted a roomful of fans at Georgia Writers Museum with humorous and captivating stories about her days working for President Jimmy Carter’s candidacy.
Even on a bright, clear day, air quality in Baldwin County can reach levels considered unhealthy for sensitive groups, as invisible pollutants like ozone and particulate matter may still be p resent. BRIANNA HEARD/Staff

Even on a bright, clear day, air quality in Baldwin County can reach levels considered unhealthy for sensitive groups, as invisible pollutants like ozone and particulate matter may still be p resent. BRIANNA HEARD/Staff

Baldwin County air quality may be unhealthy for sensitive groups

Brianna Heard
Thursday, February 12, 2026
In recent weeks, Baldwin County residents have been informed through weather alerts that air quality conditions are “unhealthy for sensitive groups.”Outdoor air quality becomes unhealthy when certain pollutants build up in the air.
Mark Blaha

Mark Blaha

Expired tag leads to arrest on drug charges

Staff Reports
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Drugs and drug-related objects were found during a routine traffic stop Feb. 3 on North Columbia Street near Meriweather Road.While on patrol, Baldwin County Sheriff’s Deputy Alex Rickey observed a Ford Mustang traveling south and checked its tag to find the registered owner was unlicensed.
5K participants prepare to start the race. ANDREW BROWN/Staff

5K participants prepare to start the race. ANDREW BROWN/Staff

Honoring the legacy of Sgt. Christopher Monica

Andrew Brown
Thursday, February 12, 2026
This past Saturday morning was the 4th annual Sgt. Christopher Monica Scholarship 5K at the Central State Hospital grounds.Each year volunteers and members of the community come to celebrate Monica’s legacy and give back to the community that he served to protect.

ARREST REPORTS

News Staff
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Tuesday, Jan. 27George Antonio Calloway, 26, of Milledgeville – probation violationJaemon Dantavis Hurt, 20, of Milledgeville – probation violationJimmy Darrell Monroe Jr.

CRIME WATCH

News Staff
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Three women observed fighting at the ManorDeputy Saralynn Henderson was patrolling South Jefferson Street when she saw three women fighting. As she exited the patrol vehicle, the women separated. They provided their Georgia driver’s licenses for identification.

City council addresses community projects, concerns

Brianna Heard
Thursday, February 5, 2026
The Milledgeville City Council met Tuesday, Jan. 27, at City Hall to hear concerns from residents and consider updates to local infrastructure and community initiatives.During public comments, Beverly Lundy Hill, founder of Lineage Preservation Inc.
Heidi Ford

Heidi Ford

Wanted woman spotted, also arrested on drug charges

Staff Reports
Thursday, February 5, 2026
While on patrol Feb. 2, Deputy Alex Rickey saw a vehicle in a parking lot on Andrews Street and recognized its driver, Heidi Ford, who had an active parole violation warrant.Rickey parked behind the vehicle and confirmed Ford’s identity after talking to her.
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