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Prices at the pump on the upswing

Christian Mckearney
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Gas prices continued to climb earlier this week, reaching $3.27 per gallon on Tuesday in the 'Macon area,' according to a survey from gasbuddy. com That compares to $2.74 per gallon on March 1 and $2.61 per gallon on Feb. 22.AAA, meanwhile, placed the 'current average' of regular unleaded gas in...
Rick Williams

Rick Williams

Williams running unopposed; Griffin facing two challengers

Christian Mckearney
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Rick Williams was the only candidate to qualify last week for the Georgia State Senate in District 25, meaning the Milledgeville funeral home director is assured of a third term in the capital.Williams, 74, was first elected in 2022 after Burt Jones, who was District 25’s state senator at the time,...
Citizens Bank promotes local executive Schubert

Citizens Bank promotes local executive Schubert

Citizens Bank promotes local executive Schubert

Lynde Schubert
Thursday, March 12, 2026
On behalf of the Citizens Bank of the South (CBOTS) Board of Directors, CEO David Brooker recently announced the promotion of Lynde Schubert to Corporate Vice President, Baldwin County Market President, in Milledgeville.This decision follows the recent retirement of William (Bill) Jones, who led...

CRIME BLURBS

News Staff
Thursday, March 12, 2026
• A criminal investigation was opened at the Georgia War Veterans Home after approximately a half-dozen veterans said their Social Security checks never arrived in the mail.
Huley Park packed out for Javon Bullard Day

Huley Park packed out for Javon Bullard Day

Huley Park packed out for Javon Bullard Day

Christian Mckearney
Thursday, March 12, 2026
It was quite a scene, and traffic was backed up all the way to North Jefferson Street.The second annual Javon Bullard Day certainly was a success, as Huley Park was transformed into a festival grounds last Saturday.Bullard is fresh off his second season with the Green Bay Packers, where he...
Jack’s Family Restaurant will be the southernmost fast food restaurant on the North Columbia Street business corridor. CHRISTIAN McKEARNEY/ Staff

Jack’s Family Restaurant will be the southernmost fast food restaurant on the North Columbia Street business corridor. CHRISTIAN McKEARNEY/ Staff

JACK’S JUMPING ON IN

Christian Mckearney
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Construction continues at a relatively brisk pace on Milledgeville’s newest fast food restaurant.Jacks’ Family Restaurant, sign now erected, plans on opening at some point next month.
First Friday music fans enjoy a live performance March 6, on the blocked-off streets of downtown Milledgeville. PHOTOS BY VICTORIA ANADENKO/Staff

First Friday music fans enjoy a live performance March 6, on the blocked-off streets of downtown Milledgeville. PHOTOS BY VICTORIA ANADENKO/Staff

FIRST FRIDAY

Amelie Sengupta
Thursday, March 12, 2026
On each first Friday of every month except January and July, downtown Milledgeville transforms into a lively gathering of locals and college students enjoying music, vendors, and restaurants.
City Council reviews community achievements

City Council reviews community achievements

City Council reviews community achievements

Brianna Heard
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Milledgeville City Council met Feb. 24 to discuss the mayor’s annual State of the City address, recognize a 12-year-old local playwright and discuss ordinances regarding a hotel project.Mayor Mary Copelan delivered the State of the City address, reflecting on the past year and the city’s plans for...
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