CRIME BLURBS

For the second time in as many weeks, a Walmart shoplifter didn’t go down without kicking and punching and screaming.Most recent was Dontavious Anderson, listed with a Gordon address.

ARREST REPORT

MONDAY,MARCH30• Walter Homer Mitchell, 64, listed as homeless – possession of cocaine, probation violation / BaldwinCounty Sheriff's Office (BCSO)• Betsy Abigail Adams, 32, of Milledgeville – parole violation/ Georgia State Patrol (GSP)• Mary Elizabeth Mercer, 27, of McIntyre – misdemeanor theft by...

Grease Monkey:

Grease Monkey, a locally owned automobile service, recently opened its doors at 101 Walmart Dr. in Eatonton.“We opened this location in 2023 built on customer service,” said James Painter, co-owner of Grease Monkey.“We take convenience, customer opinion, the vehicle and more into consideration for...

Temporary traffic light becoming permanent

The location of the North Columbia Street red light in front of Ruby Tuesday, first installed in October 2023, was designed as a temporary fix.

City Hall serious about fireworks this year

READY TO STYLE FOR AMERICA’S 250TH BIRTHDAY CITY FIRED OFF DUD LAST YEARFollowing a debacle of a Fourth of July fireworks show last year, the Milledgeville City Council has decided to seriously step up its game.The council recently approved a resolution that sets aside $20,000 for this year’s...

Jack in the Box wavering; Jack’s readying

While one hamburger chain continues to flirt with the idea of opening in Milledgeville, another is preparing for its grand opening.Jack’s Family Restaurant will open its doors to the public on Monday morning.

READY...SET... MOVE!

Georgia College & State University’s Front Campus will transform into a festival grounds, as the ArtHealthy Festival is all set for this Saturday.More than 4,000 people are expected to attend, and admission if free.

Local autism treatment options expand

A new “one-on-one” autism therapy center is off and running in Milledgeville.Academy ABA is now enrolling new clients at its center at the corner of West Hancock Street and Earnest Byner Street, previously home to Pathfinders Christian Church.

Residents worry about rising costs and Milledgeville status

During the Milledgeville City Council meeting on March 24, residents shared their concerns about rising utility bills and the overall condition of the city.Residents addressed the council during public comments.

Females and public drunkenness a trend

Four women were arrested for public drunkenness during the month of March, an inordinate number.Most recently arrested was Walteria Glenn, who reportedly vomited in a random man’s truck while attempting to take his keys in the Cookout parking lot at 3 o’clock in the morning.