Brooks seamlessly transitions to Baldwin County

In March, the Baldwin County School District announced that Dr. Kristina Brooks was selected to take over upon Superintendent Dr. Noris Price’s retirement this month. With the school year rapidly approaching, Brooks is “excited” about making connections and building upon Price’s legacy.

Chamber seeks proposals for Leadership Baldwin class project

The Milledgeville-Baldwin County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting proposals for the 2025–26 Leadership Baldwin Class Project.

Georgia Writers Museum interview: Ben Wynne

Elvis may have left the building, but his spirit is coming to Georgia Writers Museum (109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton) Aug 5, when Ben Wynne will be GWM’s Meet the Author presenter with his new book, A Hound Dog Tale: Big Mama, Elvis, and the Song That Changed Everything.

Christmas in July highlights creative minds

It was an early Christmas for downtown Milledgeville July 12 at Milledgeville Main Street’s Christmas in July event.On a hot, sunny day, more than 25 vendors were featured inside and outside the Annex at 127 E. Hancock St.

Georgia Power promotes lake safety

With the summer season in full swing, Georgia Power, the state’s leading electric utility and the largest non-governmental provider of recreation facilities in the state, reminds residents and visitors alike that its lakes and campgrounds are open.

‘SPLASH’ for water safety

Georgia Power encourages all lake users to follow “SPLASH” guidelines to stay safe while in or near bodies of water.• Supervision: Designate an adult to watch children at all times.

ARREST REPORTS

July 10Robert Renard Alexander, 53, of Milledgeville - probation violationOtis Detavues Rivers, 34, of Norwood probation violationKeasia Simpson, 22, of Milledgeville unlawful conduct during 911 call/contacts 911 for purpose of annoy/harassmentKendra Lynn Woods, 31, of Milledgeville theft by...

CRIME WATCH

Man flees police with stolen vehicleOn July 11, while patrolling the area of Irwinton Road and Broad Street in search of a potentially stolen 2007 Saturn Ion, an officer spotted the driver turn into the driveway of 2130 Irwinton Rd. with the vehicle’s parking lights illuminated.

Fossil fuels to remain in Georgia Power energy-supply mix

Georgia energy regulators Tuesday unanimously approved Georgia Power’s plan to keep burning coal and gas to generate electricity, a move critics warned will increase rates to meet the unsubstantiated needs of data centers.

Raffensperger asks politicians to return money from alleged scheme

The public reaction to the meltdown of a financial institution connected to Republican politics in Georgia continued Monday as Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger called on campaign finance recipients to return any contributions from First Liberty Building and Loan or the family that controlled...