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CRIME WATCH

News Staff
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Unknown individual breaks into homeOn May 10, law enforcement was dispatched to 466 Kings Rd. in reference to a burglary. The homeowner stated that someone came into her home through the front door in the middle of the night.

ARREST REPORTS

News Staff
Thursday, May 15, 2025
May 8Timothy Jerome Bell, 57, of Milledgeville probation violationMersadies Denise Dixon, 33, of Milledgeville - parole violationJames Michael Hill, 37, of Milledgeville four charges of aggravated assault; firearm possession by convicted felon (felony); reckless conductDonovan Patrick Harper, 28,...
Students read to collies, Skye and Laddie, in the school library once a week, guided by their owners Jay and Susan Wucher. CONTRIBUTED

Students read to collies, Skye and Laddie, in the school library once a week, guided by their owners Jay and Susan Wucher. CONTRIBUTED

BCSD launches Therapy Dog Program at Midway Hills

News Staff
Thursday, May 15, 2025
In a continued effort to support literacy across Baldwin County, Midway Hills Primary School partnered with the Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) program, introducing specially trained therapy dogs into their library.
On April 17, Baldwin County Board of Commissioners Chairman Andrew Strickland signed resolutions and contracts to advance Baldwin County, including the Animal Control Ordinance. CONTRIBUTED

On April 17, Baldwin County Board of Commissioners Chairman Andrew Strickland signed resolutions and contracts to advance Baldwin County, including the Animal Control Ordinance. CONTRIBUTED

Commissioners sign off on new spay/neuter ordinance

Bailey Ballard
Thursday, May 15, 2025
The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners has been promoting a new amendment to the Animal Control Ordinance, signed on April 15, that adds a requirement for pet owners to spay and neuter their pets to prevent unwanted pregnancies.
The Georgia Department of Transportation recommends this detour to avoid construction. | COURTESY OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION EAST

The Georgia Department of Transportation recommends this detour to avoid construction. | COURTESY OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION EAST

GDOT to replace 76-year-old bridge; closing major roadway

News Staff
Monday, May 12, 2025
A Georgia Department of Transportation contractor will close United States 441 Business/State Route 29 Business at Fishing Creek this week to repair the 76-year-old Mayor Harry G. Bone Bridge, originally constructed in 1949. It is below current design standards, according to a GDOT press release.
Milledgeville Headquarter employees pictured L-R: (top row) KeUntra Ingram, Taylor Hart, Brice Edmonson, Isaiah Reeder, Ryan Chatman, (bottom row) Lee Roebuck, Kyle Swicord, Scott Gillian, Bobby Walden, Jeremy Middlebrooks, Pam Green, Justin Cook, Greg Hanson, Hunter McCleskey, Harley Williamson, Walt Kelsey, Jeremiah Bigham, and Keith Hall. CONTRIBUTED

Milledgeville Headquarter employees pictured L-R: (top row) KeUntra Ingram, Taylor Hart, Brice Edmonson, Isaiah Reeder, Ryan Chatman, (bottom row) Lee Roebuck, Kyle Swicord, Scott Gillian, Bobby Walden, Jeremy Middlebrooks, Pam Green, Justin Cook, Greg Hanson, Hunter McCleskey, Harley Williamson, Walt Kelsey, Jeremiah Bigham, and Keith Hall. CONTRIBUTED

Local Georgia Power crews recognized with Emergency Response Award

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Georgia Power is joining other utilities across the country in marking April as Lineworker Appreciation Month.
Sergio Patitucci

Sergio Patitucci

GMC’s Patitucci recounts his experience as a teacher

Amelia Mcewen
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Sergio Patitucci has been a biology professor for nine years. Currently, he teaches anatomy, physiology and microbiology at Georgia Military College.His passion for teaching stems from professors who mentored him academically and professionally.
BCGR and MFR assist in injury rescue

BCGR and MFR assist in injury rescue

BCGR and MFR assist in injury rescue

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
On May 5, Baldwin County Fire Rescue’s (BCFR) Squad 17 responded to the Wilkinson Street Bridge to assist Milledgeville Fire Rescue (MFR) in an incident involving a male who had sustained a knee injury at the base of a 25-ft. embankment. EMS provided patient care while BCFR’s Lt.
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