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(L–R): Teaching Pathway Instructor TeQuila Thomas, Breonia Bolston, Tameriana Reese, Sanaa Gillam, Madison Smith, Benjamin Campbell, and Victoria Morris (senior and pathway completer). CONTRIBUTED

(L–R): Teaching Pathway Instructor TeQuila Thomas, Breonia Bolston, Tameriana Reese, Sanaa Gillam, Madison Smith, Benjamin Campbell, and Victoria Morris (senior and pathway completer). CONTRIBUTED

Baldwin High celebrates ‘Teach in the Peach’ cohort

The Baldwin County School District celebrated its 2025 “Teach in the Peach” cohort in which five Baldwin High School students committed to pursuing careers in education after graduation.Students were honored last week in a special recognition ceremony.
Atkinson Hall | COURTESY OF GCSU INA DILLARD RUSSELL LIBRARY

Atkinson Hall | COURTESY OF GCSU INA DILLARD RUSSELL LIBRARY

Smoke spotted at GCSU’s Atkinson Hall

Students could be seen observing smoke coming from Atkinson Hall at approximately noon May 14 at Georgia College & State University.“The Milledgeville Fire Department responded to a fire alarm located in Atkinson Hall, where smoke was detected in the basement level.

CRIME WATCH

Unknown individual breaks into homeOn May 10, law enforcement was dispatched to 466 Kings Rd. in reference to a burglary. The homeowner stated that someone came into her home through the front door in the middle of the night.

ARREST REPORTS

May 8Timothy Jerome Bell, 57, of Milledgeville probation violationMersadies Denise Dixon, 33, of Milledgeville - parole violationJames Michael Hill, 37, of Milledgeville four charges of aggravated assault; firearm possession by convicted felon (felony); reckless conductDonovan Patrick Harper, 28,...
Students read to collies, Skye and Laddie, in the school library once a week, guided by their owners Jay and Susan Wucher. CONTRIBUTED

Students read to collies, Skye and Laddie, in the school library once a week, guided by their owners Jay and Susan Wucher. CONTRIBUTED

BCSD launches Therapy Dog Program at Midway Hills

In a continued effort to support literacy across Baldwin County, Midway Hills Primary School partnered with the Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) program, introducing specially trained therapy dogs into their library.
BHS seniors award honored teachers with golden apples

BHS seniors award honored teachers with golden apples

BHS seniors award honored teachers with golden apples

Baldwin High School honor students recently presented their chosen educators with Golden Apple Awards, honoring the significant impact each educator had on the senior’s academic journey.
On April 17, Baldwin County Board of Commissioners Chairman Andrew Strickland signed resolutions and contracts to advance Baldwin County, including the Animal Control Ordinance. CONTRIBUTED

On April 17, Baldwin County Board of Commissioners Chairman Andrew Strickland signed resolutions and contracts to advance Baldwin County, including the Animal Control Ordinance. CONTRIBUTED

Commissioners sign off on new spay/neuter ordinance

The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners has been promoting a new amendment to the Animal Control Ordinance, signed on April 15, that adds a requirement for pet owners to spay and neuter their pets to prevent unwanted pregnancies.

BOC honors EMS personnel; approves numerous agreements

The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners met May 6 to honor several individuals and approve multiple administrative and fiscal matters, many of which were previously voted on and were voted on again to gratify their agreements.
The Georgia Department of Transportation recommends this detour to avoid construction. | COURTESY OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION EAST

The Georgia Department of Transportation recommends this detour to avoid construction. | COURTESY OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION EAST

GDOT to replace 76-year-old bridge; closing major roadway

A Georgia Department of Transportation contractor will close United States 441 Business/State Route 29 Business at Fishing Creek this week to repair the 76-year-old Mayor Harry G. Bone Bridge, originally constructed in 1949. It is below current design standards, according to a GDOT press release.