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Carlos Tobar

Carlos Tobar

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County government “having a difficult financial year”

Christian Mckearney
Thursday, March 19, 2026
The Baldwin County government is “having a difficult financial year,” according to a recent memo sent by County Manager Carlos Tobar to department heads.The memo, obtained by The Baldwin Bulletin, calls for “suspending all take home vehicle privileges effective this coming Monday, March 16, 2026.

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Prices at the pump on the upswing

Christian Mckearney
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Gas prices continued to climb earlier this week, reaching $3.27 per gallon on Tuesday in the 'Macon area,' according to a survey from gasbuddy. com That compares to $2.74 per gallon on March 1 and $2.61 per gallon on Feb. 22.
Citizens Bank promotes local executive Schubert

Citizens Bank promotes local executive Schubert

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Citizens Bank promotes local executive Schubert

Lynde Schubert
Thursday, March 12, 2026
On behalf of the Citizens Bank of the South (CBOTS) Board of Directors, CEO David Brooker recently announced the promotion of Lynde Schubert to Corporate Vice President, Baldwin County Market President, in Milledgeville.

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CRIME BLURBS

News Staff
Thursday, March 12, 2026
• A criminal investigation was opened at the Georgia War Veterans Home after approximately a half-dozen veterans said their Social Security checks never arrived in the mail. Many of the checks, however, were at some point cashed at Walmart.
Huley Park packed out for Javon Bullard Day

Huley Park packed out for Javon Bullard Day

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Huley Park packed out for Javon Bullard Day

Christian Mckearney
Thursday, March 12, 2026
It was quite a scene, and traffic was backed up all the way to North Jefferson Street.The second annual Javon Bullard Day certainly was a success, as Huley Park was transformed into a festival grounds last Saturday.
Jack’s Family Restaurant will be the southernmost fast food restaurant on the North Columbia Street business corridor. CHRISTIAN McKEARNEY/ Staff

Jack’s Family Restaurant will be the southernmost fast food restaurant on the North Columbia Street business corridor. CHRISTIAN McKEARNEY/ Staff

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JACK’S JUMPING ON IN

Christian Mckearney
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Construction continues at a relatively brisk pace on Milledgeville’s newest fast food restaurant.Jacks’ Family Restaurant, sign now erected, plans on opening at some point next month.
Justin Jones

Justin Jones

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Political newcomers entering the arena

Christian Mckearney
Thursday, March 12, 2026
In terms of the political color palette, Baldwin County has two distinctly blue districts and three reliably red ones.Up for grabs this year are the three red ones: Districts 3, 4, and 5. Qualifying wrapped up last Friday, with seven candidates vying for these three seats.
Kristina Brooks

Kristina Brooks

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Baldwin schools returning to the K-5 “elementary school” model

Christian Mckearney
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Trends in education come and go, and the “split campus” kindergarten through fifth grade model appears to be on the way out, at least here in Baldwin County.The School Board voted unanimously on Tuesday to merge Midway Hills Primary and Midway Hills Academy, essentially creating a K-5 school.
First Friday music fans enjoy a live performance March 6, on the blocked-off streets of downtown Milledgeville. PHOTOS BY VICTORIA ANADENKO/Staff

First Friday music fans enjoy a live performance March 6, on the blocked-off streets of downtown Milledgeville. PHOTOS BY VICTORIA ANADENKO/Staff

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FIRST FRIDAY

Amelie Sengupta
Thursday, March 12, 2026
On each first Friday of every month except January and July, downtown Milledgeville transforms into a lively gathering of locals and college students enjoying music, vendors, and restaurants.
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