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ARREST REPORTS

News Staff
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Sept. 11Sha'ron Rodrigues Griffin, 38, of Milledgeville - simple batteryMaquavious Malike Hall, 25, of Milledgeville DUI (alcohol); duty upon striking fixtureDaija Kache Hawkins, 20, of Milledgeville probation violationAntwon Santonio Young, 50, of Louisville probation violationSept.

CRIME WATCH

News Staff
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Criminal caught with counterfeit money for gamblingOn Sept. 8, a Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office lieutenant received a tip that Calvin Goddard was at Jet 6.Goddard had outstanding warrants at the time of this incident. Goddard was at the gambling machines as the officer entered the store.
GMC President Major General Terry McKenrick met with BCSD Superintendent Dr. Kristina Brooks to learn about the academic programs and pathways available to Baldwin graduates, including options for earning post-secondary degrees in-person or online. CONTRIBUTED

GMC President Major General Terry McKenrick met with BCSD Superintendent Dr. Kristina Brooks to learn about the academic programs and pathways available to Baldwin graduates, including options for earning post-secondary degrees in-person or online. CONTRIBUTED

Superintendent meets with GMC leadership

News Staff
Thursday, September 18, 2025
GMC President Major General Terry McKenrick met with BCSD Superintendent Dr. Kristina Brooks to learn about the academic programs and pathways available to Baldwin graduates, including options for earning post-secondary degrees in-person or online.

JMA gets back on track with win over Bulloch

Trey Norris
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Following a tough loss to Athens Academy that broke a three-game, season-opening winning streak, John Milledge Academy (JMA) got back on track last Friday night in Statesboro.The Trojans beat Bulloch Academy with a deceiving 27-18 final score.
Mikell (left) speaks about Maizy the corn snake at the Woods Museum. ALIVIA BLANTON/Staff

Mikell (left) speaks about Maizy the corn snake at the Woods Museum. ALIVIA BLANTON/Staff

Lockerly Arboretum hosts ‘Meet the Reptiles’

Alivia Blanton
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Lockerly Arboretum’s scaliest residents slithered and crawled their way into the spotlight Saturday during the arboretum’s “Meet the Reptiles” event. The 30-minute informational session intrigued curious attendees, with something for everyone.
The High Achievers Program donated about 75 canned goods Sept. 10 to the Midway Hills Primary Food Pantry. The group began collecting canned goods July 31 during its field trip to Middle Georgia State University and the Harriet Tubman Museum. CONTRIBUTED

The High Achievers Program donated about 75 canned goods Sept. 10 to the Midway Hills Primary Food Pantry. The group began collecting canned goods July 31 during its field trip to Middle Georgia State University and the Harriet Tubman Museum. CONTRIBUTED

High Achievers donates to MHP Food Pantry

News Staff
Thursday, September 18, 2025
The High Achievers Program donated about 75 canned goods Sept. 10 to the Midway Hills Primary Food Pantry. The group began collecting canned goods July 31 during its field trip to Middle Georgia State University and the Harriet Tubman Museum.
In Manning Brothers’ 35,000 square-foot showroom and warehouse with a million-dollar-plus inventory, you’re bound to find exactly what you need. CONTRIBUTED

In Manning Brothers’ 35,000 square-foot showroom and warehouse with a million-dollar-plus inventory, you’re bound to find exactly what you need. CONTRIBUTED

Manning Brothers: More than half a century of innovative food service

News Staff
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Great people meet challenges with innovative solutions, and we’ve been there. Whatever your food service opportunity, we’ve likely seen it—and solved it—before. At Manning Brothers, you are served by people with real-world, frontline experience.
GMC President Major General Terrence McKenrick (back), Sergeant Major Al McMichael (right), and Gold Star widow and GMC Prep Elementary School Para Pro Shanoca French laid a wreath at the flagpole in honor of the many lives lost during 9/11. BAILEY BALLARD/Staff

GMC President Major General Terrence McKenrick (back), Sergeant Major Al McMichael (right), and Gold Star widow and GMC Prep Elementary School Para Pro Shanoca French laid a wreath at the flagpole in honor of the many lives lost during 9/11. BAILEY BALLARD/Staff

GMC hosts annual Patriots Day ceremony

Bailey Ballard
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Georgia Military College honored Patriots Day Sept. 11 on its Grant Parade Field with local leaders, state representatives, veterans and active military, and all its cadets from GMC Prep to its college.
Mayor Mary Parham-Copelan reads the proclamation to JD Hill. CONTRIBUTED

Mayor Mary Parham-Copelan reads the proclamation to JD Hill. CONTRIBUTED

Council honors JD Hill; appoints Chavers as election superintendent

Bailey Ballard
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Mayor Mary Parham-Copelan began the monthly city council meeting by reading a proclamation naming Aug. 4 Jeremy “JD” Hill Day. Hill was born and raised in Milledgeville and described by the proclamation as a “visionary entertainment businessman” that took a leap of faith and “continues to inspire.
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