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Baldwin chief magistrate arrested Saturday for DUI

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Thursday, December 4, 2025
Baldwin County Chief Magistrate Shane Geeter, who sometimes works DUI cases, was arrested Nov. 29 at 8:44 p.m. for driving under the influence, according to the Georgia State Patrol.“A trooper stopped a white Volvo for the driver failing to maintain lane while driving on Georgia Highway 212.
‘Wicked for Good’ closes the chapter on Oz

‘Wicked for Good’ closes the chapter on Oz

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‘Wicked for Good’ closes the chapter on Oz

Katie Flicker
Thursday, December 4, 2025
A year ago, I reviewed “Wicked,” part one of Broadway’s “Wicked the Musical” movie version.Part one blew me away with its stunning visuals, story, and music, touching both my heart and mind.“Wicked for Good,” however, did not hit with the same strength.
The Baldwin County Braves defeated Putnam County War Eagles 64-63 Nov. 28 in a closely contested game. “We didn’t play our best and Putnam outplayed us for the most of the game. We stayed together and kept coming,” Baldwin High School basketball head coach Ben Smith posted to his Facebook page. COURTESY OF BEN SMITH

The Baldwin County Braves defeated Putnam County War Eagles 64-63 Nov. 28 in a closely contested game. “We didn’t play our best and Putnam outplayed us for the most of the game. We stayed together and kept coming,” Baldwin High School basketball head coach Ben Smith posted to his Facebook page. COURTESY OF BEN SMITH

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Baldwin Braves defeat Putnam War Eagles

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Thursday, December 4, 2025
The Baldwin County Braves defeated Putnam County War Eagles 64-63 Nov. 28 in a closely contested game. “We didn’t play our best and Putnam outplayed us for the most of the game. We stayed together and kept coming,” Baldwin High School basketball head coach Ben Smith posted to his Facebook page.
Grease Monkey:

Grease Monkey:

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Grease Monkey:

News Staff
Thursday, December 4, 2025
Grease Monkey, a locally owned automobile service, recently opened its doors at 101 Walmart Dr. in Eatonton.“We opened this location in 2023 built on customer service,” said James Painter, co-owner of Grease Monkey.
Arlene Simmons pictured last month with voters, thanking them for their support. | COURTESY OF ARLENE SIMMONS’ FACEBOOK

Arlene Simmons pictured last month with voters, thanking them for their support. | COURTESY OF ARLENE SIMMONS’ FACEBOOK

Simmons wins District 2 run-off election

Staff Reports
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Baldwin County held its Municipal General Election Run-Off Dec. 2, for the city council District 2 race between Arlene Simmons and Brooks Snider. Simmons won the election by securing nearly 78 percent of the votes Tuesday. She received 77 votes, representing 77.
Shane Geeter | COURTESY OF BCSO

Shane Geeter | COURTESY OF BCSO

Baldwin chief magistrate arrested for DUI

Staff Reports
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Baldwin County Chief Magistrate Shane Geeter, who sometimes works DUI cases, was arrested Nov. 29 at 8:44 p.m. for driving under the influence, according to the Georgia State Patrol.“A trooper stopped a white Volvo for the driver failing to maintain lane while driving on Georgia Highway 212.
Late last month, the Knights of Columbus Council No. 9458 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Milledgeville delivered 48 new coats to students at Putnam County Elementary School. The donation to PCES kids was part of a nationwide Coats for Kids program by Knights of Columbus and was coordinated through Rev. Dr. Avis Williams, the community liaison for Putnam Schools, and Elementary School Principal Whitney Smith.

Late last month, the Knights of Columbus Council No. 9458 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Milledgeville delivered 48 new coats to students at Putnam County Elementary School. The donation to PCES kids was part of a nationwide Coats for Kids program by Knights of Columbus and was coordinated through Rev. Dr. Avis Williams, the community liaison for Putnam Schools, and Elementary School Principal Whitney Smith.

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Knights of Columbus donates coats to PCES

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Late last month, the Knights of Columbus Council No. 9458 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Milledgeville delivered 48 new coats to students at Putnam County Elementary School.
‘Milledgeville in Full Color’ initiative brings vibrant experiences to visitors

‘Milledgeville in Full Color’ initiative brings vibrant experiences to visitors

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‘Milledgeville in Full Color’ initiative brings vibrant experiences to visitors

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
This holiday season, Visit Milledgeville introduces Milledgeville in Full Color, an accessibility initiative that will make the city’s attractions and experiences more inclusive for visitors and community members with color vision deficiency (commonly known as color blindness).

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CRIME WATCH

Man Caught Stealing Paint Bucket
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
On Nov. 18, law enforcement was dispatched to 1431 N. Columbia St., in reference to stolen property. Charles Ward was caught on camera parking his white Dodge Ram Truck 1500 on the property.

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ARREST REPORTS

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Nov. 18Rontrelle Devon Brown, 44, of Milledgeville probation violationTinida Terra Bundrage, 31, of Sparta probation violationNov.
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