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Seth Walker

Seth Walker

Rotary Club highlights month of service and youth leadership

The Rotary Club of Milledgeville had a full and impactful August, marked by service, fellowship, and leadership development opportunities for local youth.One highlight was hearing from two students the club sponsored to attend this summer’s Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA).

ARREST REPORTS

Sept. 11Sha'ron Rodrigues Griffin, 38, of Milledgeville - simple batteryMaquavious Malike Hall, 25, of Milledgeville DUI (alcohol); duty upon striking fixtureDaija Kache Hawkins, 20, of Milledgeville probation violationAntwon Santonio Young, 50, of Louisville probation violationSept.

CRIME WATCH

Criminal caught with counterfeit money for gamblingOn Sept. 8, a Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office lieutenant received a tip that Calvin Goddard was at Jet 6.Goddard had outstanding warrants at the time of this incident. Goddard was at the gambling machines as the officer entered the store.
GMC President Major General Terry McKenrick met with BCSD Superintendent Dr. Kristina Brooks to learn about the academic programs and pathways available to Baldwin graduates, including options for earning post-secondary degrees in-person or online. CONTRIBUTED

GMC President Major General Terry McKenrick met with BCSD Superintendent Dr. Kristina Brooks to learn about the academic programs and pathways available to Baldwin graduates, including options for earning post-secondary degrees in-person or online. CONTRIBUTED

Superintendent meets with GMC leadership

GMC President Major General Terry McKenrick met with BCSD Superintendent Dr. Kristina Brooks to learn about the academic programs and pathways available to Baldwin graduates, including options for earning post-secondary degrees in-person or online.

JMA gets back on track with win over Bulloch

Following a tough loss to Athens Academy that broke a three-game, season-opening winning streak, John Milledge Academy (JMA) got back on track last Friday night in Statesboro.The Trojans beat Bulloch Academy with a deceiving 27-18 final score.
Mikell (left) speaks about Maizy the corn snake at the Woods Museum. ALIVIA BLANTON/Staff

Mikell (left) speaks about Maizy the corn snake at the Woods Museum. ALIVIA BLANTON/Staff

Lockerly Arboretum hosts ‘Meet the Reptiles’

Lockerly Arboretum’s scaliest residents slithered and crawled their way into the spotlight Saturday during the arboretum’s “Meet the Reptiles” event. The 30-minute informational session intrigued curious attendees, with something for everyone.
The High Achievers Program donated about 75 canned goods Sept. 10 to the Midway Hills Primary Food Pantry. The group began collecting canned goods July 31 during its field trip to Middle Georgia State University and the Harriet Tubman Museum. CONTRIBUTED

The High Achievers Program donated about 75 canned goods Sept. 10 to the Midway Hills Primary Food Pantry. The group began collecting canned goods July 31 during its field trip to Middle Georgia State University and the Harriet Tubman Museum. CONTRIBUTED

High Achievers donates to MHP Food Pantry

The High Achievers Program donated about 75 canned goods Sept. 10 to the Midway Hills Primary Food Pantry. The group began collecting canned goods July 31 during its field trip to Middle Georgia State University and the Harriet Tubman Museum.

YEP aims to create young entrepreneurs

The Milledgeville-Baldwin County Youth Entrepreneur Program (YEP) aims to encourage youth to develop business ideas and pursue them in its 2025 Business Pitch Competition.