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Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Unknown males damage parking signsOn Nov. 23, law enforcement was dispatched to Grants Jewelry store, at 116 South Wayne St., in reference to criminal trespass. The owner stated that when he arrived at work, he noticed two of his parking signs had been damaged.
Whether you’re looking for a brand new book or an old favorite, you can find it on the shelves at affordable prices at Wall of Books. CONTRIBUTED

Whether you’re looking for a brand new book or an old favorite, you can find it on the shelves at affordable prices at Wall of Books. CONTRIBUTED

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Wall of Books offers old and new book selections year-round

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Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Walls of Books in Milledgeville offers a selection of new and used books for readers of any age.Opening in July of 2020, Wall of Books established itself as an affordable bookstore with a vast selection of books and genres.
Work on the Rivian EV manufacturing site on the border of Morgan and Walton counties was paused earlier this year while the company focused on its existing Illinois plant. MARK ENGEL/File photo

Work on the Rivian EV manufacturing site on the border of Morgan and Walton counties was paused earlier this year while the company focused on its existing Illinois plant. MARK ENGEL/File photo

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Rivian lands federal loan to restart EV plant

Dave Williams
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
A nearly $6 billion federal loan will help electric-vehicle manufacturer Rivian restart construction of a $5 billion vehicle and battery plant near Covington, U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., announced Tuesday.The project was expected to create 7,500 jobs when it was announced in late 2021.
Fouts Bros. team members at Home Day standing with Congressman Scott Austin (center) included, from left, CFO Jessica Talley-Peterson, EVP Operations Gary Pacilio, Executive Vice President Heather Edens, CEO & President Scott Edens, and EVP Sales & Business Development John Slawson.

Fouts Bros. team members at Home Day standing with Congressman Scott Austin (center) included, from left, CFO Jessica Talley-Peterson, EVP Operations Gary Pacilio, Executive Vice President Heather Edens, CEO & President Scott Edens, and EVP Sales & Business Development John Slawson.

Fouts Bros showcases its impact in community, economy

Lynn Hobbs
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Baldwin County dignitaries had the chance to become better acquainted with one of the county’s newer businesses, Fouts Bros, Inc., during an open house event Nov. 7.
The 2024 Teachers of the Year finalists were Diondrea Whipple of Lakeview Academy, Shekita Shinholster of Oak Hill Middle School, Tomeishia Stanton of Midway Hills Primary, Moleshia Little of Lakeview Primary, Laura Franklin of Midway Hills Academy and William Brunson of Baldwin High School, who was named District Teacher of the Year. CONTRIBUTED

The 2024 Teachers of the Year finalists were Diondrea Whipple of Lakeview Academy, Shekita Shinholster of Oak Hill Middle School, Tomeishia Stanton of Midway Hills Primary, Moleshia Little of Lakeview Primary, Laura Franklin of Midway Hills Academy and William Brunson of Baldwin High School, who was named District Teacher of the Year. CONTRIBUTED

Brunson named District Teacher of the Year

Bailey McCully
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
The Baldwin County School District, over the last month, announced each school’s teacher of the year and the District Teacher of the Year Nov. 14 at the annual gala in Georgia College & State University's Magnolia Ballroom.
Autumn Dash overall winner, Jack Sisk, dashes toward the finish line. CONTRIBUTED

Autumn Dash overall winner, Jack Sisk, dashes toward the finish line. CONTRIBUTED

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Autumn Dash 5K helps feed families over the holidays

Bailey McCully
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Ragtag Running and Morning Grind hosted an inaugural Autumn Dash 5K Nov. 16 as a food drive to support Cafe Central.“This 5K was a culmination of what we have been building over the last six months between our local running club and Morning Grind.

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CRIME WATCH

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Thursday, November 21, 2024
Shoplifter apprehended at WalmartOn Nov. 14, law enforcement was dispatched to Walmart at 2592 N.Columbia St., in reference to a shoplifter in custody. Nancy Beasley was caught passing the last point of sale with eight items not paid for totaling $105.17.
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High-speed chase ends in two arrests

Lynn Hobbs
Thursday, November 21, 2024
A high-speed chase that began in Baldwin County Saturday raced through Jones County before it ended in Putnam County. Once captured, the two Baldwin women in the car each told authorities a different story.
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