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Local leaders empower women

Women’s History Month was created to honor the women of the past who have impacted the world through their work.It lasts throughout March, each year with different themes. This year’s theme is “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating and Inspiring Generations.

CRIME WATCH

On March 11, law enforcement responded to Walmart, at 2592 N.Columbia St., in reference to a shoplifting. The suspect was last seen running toward IHOP. An officer located the male, later identified as John Thomas Polk Sr., who stated he was coming from IHOP.
Grease Monkey: Standing apart from competition

Grease Monkey: Standing apart from competition

Grease Monkey: Standing apart from competition

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.
Dr. Kris Brooks

Dr. Kris Brooks

BOE names sole finalist for superintendent

The Baldwin County Board of Education announced Dr. Kristina Brooks as the sole finalist for the position of superintendent following an extensive selection process. She will replace the current superintendent, Dr. Noris Price, who will retire on June 30.
Mila, a three-year-old deaf German Shepherd, stands with pilot Spencer Titzmann, with Pilot and Paws, before taking flight from the Baldwin County Regional Airport heading to Maryland. | CONTRIBUTED

Mila, a three-year-old deaf German Shepherd, stands with pilot Spencer Titzmann, with Pilot and Paws, before taking flight from the Baldwin County Regional Airport heading to Maryland. | CONTRIBUTED

FBCA sends deaf dog on her way to a ‘furever’ home

Friends of Baldwin County Animals (FBCA) partnered with Heart of Georgia and Mid-Atlantic Germans Shepherd Rescue to save Mila, a three-year-old German Shepherd, from being euthanized.
Jenny Morris

Jenny Morris

Morris inducted into Georgia Thespians Hall of Fame

Georgia Military College Fine Arts Assistant Director Major Jenny Morris was inducted into the Georgia Thespians Hall of Fame. The announcement was made at the Georgia Thespians Conference in early February in Columbus, according to a press release.
MHP wins local Malcolm Mitchell Reading Award

MHP wins local Malcolm Mitchell Reading Award

MHP wins local Malcolm Mitchell Reading Award

The Baldwin County School District participated in the 2025 Malcolm Mitchell Reading Bowl district-wide this year and held its own local competition to see what school would log the most “touchdowns” during the event.
BREAKING NEWS | THE BALDWIN BULLETIN

BREAKING NEWS | THE BALDWIN BULLETIN

Monticello woman found dead in burned vehicle

A woman was reportedly found deceased on the afternoon of March 12 after the BaldwinCounty Sheriff's Department, Baldwin County Fire Rescue, and EMS responded to a callregarding a structure fire.BCSD Officer Dawson Smith was initially dispatched to Carolyn Court and spoke with thecomplainant.

Five moves for young investors

If you’re just beginning your career, what are your financial priorities?You might have student loans to deal with. And you may even be thinking about saving for a down payment on a house.