GMC honors mothers and motherly figure Pam Grant

Georgia Military College (GMC) celebrated Mother’s Day last Friday inside the Center for Leadership.Beginning the ceremony, a number of cadets earned the Service Leadership Award, recognizing GMC students who have volunteered at least 100 hours of community service in a year.

Early voting ends Friday; election day is Tuesday

There are four contested races on the Republican, Democratic, and Non-Partisan ballots in Baldwin County this Tuesday, May 21, and it is possible only one will be decided that day.

BCSD receives award for collaboration

On Tuesday, the Baldwin County Board of Education was recognized by the School of Continuing & Professional Studies at Georgia College & State University for receiving this year’s collaboration award.

Rick Williams runs for second term in senate

State Sen. Rick Williams of Milledgeville has opposition in the May 21 Republican Primary who is advocating legislation that he believes he could never support.

Central State Hospital Pocket Exhibit Opens

The long-awaited exhibit on the history of Central State Hospital (CSH) opens at The Depot Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., thanks to the efforts of local photographer Jessica Whitehead.

BOC hears updates on county projects, general session

The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners met May 7 to hear updates about the General Session and approve three fiscal matters.

Kemp signs $36.1 billion state budget

Gov. Brian Kemp signed what he called an “historic” $36.1 billion state budget Tuesday containing healthy raises for state employees and public school teachers.The fiscal 2025 budget, which takes effect July 1, represents an increase of $3.

CRIME WATCH

Burglary at Evans Avenue UnitOn April 30, law enforcement responded to 313 Evans Ave. in reference to a burglary. The manager was advised by a group of residents in the area that the back-window screen was pulled off a vacant unit and the blinds looked messed up on the inside.

Bumpy road remains for repaving project

The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners agreed on Tuesday to officially approve the first roads to be resurfaced using T-SPLOST funds. The vote, however, did not come without prolonged discussion and was not unanimous.

Peacock running for BOC District 5 seat

Pam Peacock, seeking the District 5 seat on the Baldwin County Board of Commissioners, says her interest in the business of county government began several years ago and ultimately led to her decision to run for office.