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The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners, state officials, and members of the Milledgeville-Baldwin Chamber of Commerce cheer as local youth cut the ribbon to officially open Oconee Heights Mini Park. BAILEY BALLARD/Staff

The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners, state officials, and members of the Milledgeville-Baldwin Chamber of Commerce cheer as local youth cut the ribbon to officially open Oconee Heights Mini Park. BAILEY BALLARD/Staff

Baldwin County opens Oconee Heights Mini Park

Bailey Ballard
Thursday, August 21, 2025
The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners, County Manager Carlos Tobar, and many other county employees, state representatives, and citizens gathered Aug. 14 for Fun in the Heights, the debut of the Oconee Heights Mini Park.“The commissioners never gave up on Oconee Heights.
Ray and Cate Wells were honored by the Milledgeville Garden Club for their beautiful gardens as the August Yard of the Month. Since becoming the owners of their historic home 15 years ago, the couple has gradually transformed the extensive grounds into a series of gardens and architectural features. The pair plan to develop more spaces in the future. CONTRIBUTED

Ray and Cate Wells were honored by the Milledgeville Garden Club for their beautiful gardens as the August Yard of the Month. Since becoming the owners of their historic home 15 years ago, the couple has gradually transformed the extensive grounds into a series of gardens and architectural features. The pair plan to develop more spaces in the future. CONTRIBUTED

Milledgeville Garden Club announces August Yard of the Month

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Milledgeville Garden Club announces August Yard of the Month

CRIME WATCH

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Citizen stops purse thief with help of GSPOn Aug. 5, Monica Johnson reported to a Georgia State Trooper that a suspect was on the run after stealing a purse from inside someone’s vehicle at the Family Dollar, 641 S. Wayne St.Johnson stated before she got ready to exit her vehicle to go into the...

ARREST REPORTS

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Aug. 7Josiah Amon Butts, 18, of Milledgeville - five charges of entering autos (felonies); aggravated assault; entering automobile or other motor vehicle with intent to commit theft or felony; loiteringTavion Simpson, 17, of Milledgeville - theft of lost or mislaid propertyJose Garcia Torres, 49,...
Architectural renderings depict the planned renovations to John Kurtz Field. COURTESY OF GCSU

Architectural renderings depict the planned renovations to John Kurtz Field. COURTESY OF GCSU

GCSU’s John Kurtz Field slated for renovations

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Major renovations to John Kurtz Field, home of the Georgia College Bobcats baseball team, are coming to elevate the fan experience at home games.The plans, according to Director of Athletics Wendell Staton, call for the existing bleachers and press box to be razed.
Former Georgia Military President Lt. Gen. William B. Caldwell, IV (back facing) passes the Georgia Military College colors to new GMC President Maj. Gen. Terrence J. McKenrick during the Change of Command ceremony Aug. 8 in the NewDay USA Center of Leadership. COURTESY OF GMC

Former Georgia Military President Lt. Gen. William B. Caldwell, IV (back facing) passes the Georgia Military College colors to new GMC President Maj. Gen. Terrence J. McKenrick during the Change of Command ceremony Aug. 8 in the NewDay USA Center of Leadership. COURTESY OF GMC

GMC passes symbolic colors to welcome 22nd president

Bailey Ballard
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Georgia Military College welcomed its 22nd president, Maj.
Andrew Shivers unveils Safe Sports School banner with BHS Principal Markeeta Clayton (left) and BCSD Athletic Trainer Dexter Ricks Sr. (right). CONTRIBUTED

Andrew Shivers unveils Safe Sports School banner with BHS Principal Markeeta Clayton (left) and BCSD Athletic Trainer Dexter Ricks Sr. (right). CONTRIBUTED

Baldwin High recognized as Safe Sports School

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Baldwin High School was recognized as a Safe Sports School by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, making it the 21st school in Georgia to receive the designation.
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