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CRIME WATCH

News Staff
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Individuals damage police and fire stationsOn May 20 law enforcement was dispatched to 254 and 252 Lawrence Road in reference to a burglary. Calvin McMullen stated the front doors of the Central State Police Station and the Fire Station were damaged.

Lack of access prevents mental health treatment

Bailey Ballard
Thursday, May 29, 2025
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and, according to CareSource Georgia, more than 1.4 million adults in Georgia live with a mental health condition, but 391,000 go without care.“Additionally, more than 4.9 million Georgians live in an area that does not have enough mental health professionals.
Walter Reynolds

Walter Reynolds

Reynolds announces run for mayor

Hudson Taylor
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Walter Reynolds, currently serving as the District 4 city councilman in Milledgeville, has announced his candidacy for mayor in the upcoming 2025 municipal elections.

GBI arrests 13 in joint drug investigation; 2 on run

News Staff
Thursday, May 29, 2025
A 13-month joint drug investigation, ending May 21, led the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) to arrest and charge 13 people in Milledgeville.Nine organizations were involved in the investigation leading to the arrests, including the GBI Middle Georgia Gang Task Force (MGGTF), the Baldwin...
Baldwin County Commission Chairman Andrew Strickland awarded Certificates of Recognition to pilot Don Heironimus (not pictured), flight nurse Melissa Michie, and paramedic James Caulfield for their life-saving efforts on April 4 that ensured the survival of Lynn Chappell (left center). COURTESY OF AIR EVAC LIFETEAM 102 FACEBOOK

Baldwin County Commission Chairman Andrew Strickland awarded Certificates of Recognition to pilot Don Heironimus (not pictured), flight nurse Melissa Michie, and paramedic James Caulfield for their life-saving efforts on April 4 that ensured the survival of Lynn Chappell (left center). COURTESY OF AIR EVAC LIFETEAM 102 FACEBOOK

Commissioners honor Air Evac Lifeteam for saving patient

Bailey Ballard
Thursday, May 29, 2025
The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners presented several certificates and heard presentations from two organizations regarding support from the county.The meeting began with Chairman Andrew Strickland awarding Certificates of Recognition to pilot Don Heironimus, flight nurse Melissa Michie, and...

GBI arrests 13 in joint drug bust; two still not in custody

News Staff
Friday, May 23, 2025
A thirteen month joint drug investigation, ending May 21, led The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) to arrest and charge 13 people in Milledgeville.Nine organizations were involved in the investigation leading to the arrests including the GBI Middle Georgia Gang Task Force (MGGTF), the Baldwin...
Macon & Robins Bed & Mattress has great brands such as Sealy to help customers find something to fit their sleep needs.

Macon & Robins Bed & Mattress has great brands such as Sealy to help customers find something to fit their sleep needs.

Macon mattress store invested in community

News Staff
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Macon & Robins Bed & Mattress, local bed and mattress stores, are open to help locals find what they need for a good night’s sleep.The stores have three locations, two in Macon and one in Warner Robins.
East Lake resident pirate Louis Werner and his first mate, Penney, won the Best Pirate Ship award with their “Pirates of the Caribbean”-themed entry. Jerry Arnold (inset) is an Atlanta lawyer when he’s not planning the annual Lake Sinclair Pirate Parade.

East Lake resident pirate Louis Werner and his first mate, Penney, won the Best Pirate Ship award with their “Pirates of the Caribbean”-themed entry. Jerry Arnold (inset) is an Atlanta lawyer when he’s not planning the annual Lake Sinclair Pirate Parade.

Lake Sinclair pirates

Ian Tocher
Thursday, May 22, 2025
For the second-straight year, overcast weather did nothing to dampen spirits for the 14th annual Pirate Parade on Lake Sinclair.
A photo of one of the spray paint spots captured by Goodwill’s security cameras. COURTESY OF MPD

A photo of one of the spray paint spots captured by Goodwill’s security cameras. COURTESY OF MPD

Businesses report spray paint damages

News Staff
Thursday, May 22, 2025
On May 16, several reports were sent to the Milledgeville Police Department regarding spray paint on the rears of the Goodwill Store, at King of Smoke, 5 Star Beauty and Fashion, and Stop and Go Grocery Store, all located on North Columbia Street.According to a report, the business owner of Stop...

City council honors nurses and Main Street Junior Board

Bailey Ballard
Thursday, May 22, 2025
The Milledgeville City Council recognized two groups and approved several resolutions and appointments during its first monthly meeting.The meeting began with Mayor Mary Parham-Copelan reading a proclamation for May 6-12 naming it National Nurses Week to encourage all citizens to celebrate nurses’...
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