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Fouts Bros. team members at Home Day standing with Congressman Scott Austin (center) included, from left, CFO Jessica Talley-Peterson, EVP Operations Gary Pacilio, Executive Vice President Heather Edens, CEO & President Scott Edens, and EVP Sales & Business Development John Slawson.

Fouts Bros. team members at Home Day standing with Congressman Scott Austin (center) included, from left, CFO Jessica Talley-Peterson, EVP Operations Gary Pacilio, Executive Vice President Heather Edens, CEO & President Scott Edens, and EVP Sales & Business Development John Slawson.

Fouts Bros showcases its impact in community, economy

Lynn Hobbs
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Baldwin County dignitaries had the chance to become better acquainted with one of the county’s newer businesses, Fouts Bros, Inc., during an open house event Nov. 7.
The 2024 Teachers of the Year finalists were Diondrea Whipple of Lakeview Academy, Shekita Shinholster of Oak Hill Middle School, Tomeishia Stanton of Midway Hills Primary, Moleshia Little of Lakeview Primary, Laura Franklin of Midway Hills Academy and William Brunson of Baldwin High School, who was named District Teacher of the Year. CONTRIBUTED

The 2024 Teachers of the Year finalists were Diondrea Whipple of Lakeview Academy, Shekita Shinholster of Oak Hill Middle School, Tomeishia Stanton of Midway Hills Primary, Moleshia Little of Lakeview Primary, Laura Franklin of Midway Hills Academy and William Brunson of Baldwin High School, who was named District Teacher of the Year. CONTRIBUTED

Brunson named District Teacher of the Year

Bailey McCully
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
The Baldwin County School District, over the last month, announced each school’s teacher of the year and the District Teacher of the Year Nov. 14 at the annual gala in Georgia College & State University's Magnolia Ballroom.
Autumn Dash overall winner, Jack Sisk, dashes toward the finish line. CONTRIBUTED

Autumn Dash overall winner, Jack Sisk, dashes toward the finish line. CONTRIBUTED

Autumn Dash 5K helps feed families over the holidays

Bailey McCully
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Ragtag Running and Morning Grind hosted an inaugural Autumn Dash 5K Nov. 16 as a food drive to support Cafe Central.“This 5K was a culmination of what we have been building over the last six months between our local running club and Morning Grind.

CRIME WATCH

News Staff
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Shoplifter apprehended at WalmartOn Nov. 14, law enforcement was dispatched to Walmart at 2592 N.Columbia St., in reference to a shoplifter in custody. Nancy Beasley was caught passing the last point of sale with eight items not paid for totaling $105.17.
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High-speed chase ends in two arrests

Lynn Hobbs
Thursday, November 21, 2024
A high-speed chase that began in Baldwin County Saturday raced through Jones County before it ended in Putnam County. Once captured, the two Baldwin women in the car each told authorities a different story.
County Manager Carlos Tobar (not shown) recognized Baldwin County Transit for delivering more than 10,000 trips to residents this year. COURTESY OF THE BALDWIN COUNTY FIRE RESCUE FACEBOOK PAGE

County Manager Carlos Tobar (not shown) recognized Baldwin County Transit for delivering more than 10,000 trips to residents this year. COURTESY OF THE BALDWIN COUNTY FIRE RESCUE FACEBOOK PAGE

Commissioners hear proposed budget break-down

Bailey McCully
Thursday, November 21, 2024
The Baldwin County Board of commissioners heard a budget presentation and hosted the budget public hearing on Tuesday.According to Assistant County Manager Dawn Hudson, the budget process began in August and all the requests totaled $2.9 million.
A glimpse at Georgia College & State University’s main campus during this year’s fall semester. COURTESY OF GCSU

A glimpse at Georgia College & State University’s main campus during this year’s fall semester. COURTESY OF GCSU

Georgia College celebrates 135th birthday

News Staff
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Georgia College & State University celebrated its Charter Day or 135th birthday Nov. 8, which is the anniversary of the date in 1889 when Gov. John B. Gordon signed a bill into law establishing Georgia Normal & Industrial College.
The 2024 REACH scholars: Kalli Suggs, Hayden Poole, Layla Johnson, Tristen Bazemore, and Dustin Aragon-Perez with Baldwin County Superintendent Dr. Noris Price. CONTRIBUTED

The 2024 REACH scholars: Kalli Suggs, Hayden Poole, Layla Johnson, Tristen Bazemore, and Dustin Aragon-Perez with Baldwin County Superintendent Dr. Noris Price. CONTRIBUTED

OHMS REACH scholars sign contract of commitment

Bailey McCully
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Oak Hill Middle School (OHMS) hosted a ceremony earlier this month to recognize its 2024 Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen (REACH) Scholars.
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