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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.

ARREST REPORTS

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
May 1Christopher Lee Greene, 25, of Eatonton probation violationKeyana Renea McCormick, 39, of Milledgeville - simple battery; obstruction of officers by use of threats or violence; two charges of probation violationsJeffery Coleman Mincer, 31, of Milledgeville DUI (alcohol); failure to yield when...
Grease Monkey: Standing apart from competition

Grease Monkey: Standing apart from competition

Grease Monkey: Standing apart from competition

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
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.
Distracted driving focus of GDOT student video contest

Distracted driving focus of GDOT student video contest

Distracted driving focus of GDOT student video contest

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), in collaboration with We Are Teachers, a national educational media organization, has launched a new statewide video contest to engage students in the battle against distracted driving.GDOT’s Every Second Counts Video Contest invites Georgia...

GCSU students express concern over parking changes

Bailey Ballard
Thursday, May 8, 2025
A petition to object to upcoming changes of the parking policy at Georgia College & State University (GCSU) has surfaced with 274 signatures, as of May 5, from concerned students.“As a concerned GCSU student, I’m feeling the stress of our campus’ overwhelmed parking situation.

Milledgeville Burger Week returns

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Milledgeville, the Georgia Beef Board and Milledgeville Main Street/Downtown Development Authority are partnering with local restaurants in Milledgeville and Baldwin County to present the popular Milledgeville Burger Week.
Maj. Ken Franks, Maj. Terri Youngblood, and Dr. Melissa Willis accept their Employee of the Year awards. COURTESY OF GMC

Maj. Ken Franks, Maj. Terri Youngblood, and Dr. Melissa Willis accept their Employee of the Year awards. COURTESY OF GMC

GMC announces 2025 Employee Award winners

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Georgia Military College (GMC) announced the winners of its 2025 Employee Awards, recognizing three extraordinary individuals who exemplify the mission, vision, and values of GMC through their commitment, excellence, and service.Congratulations to Employee of the Year Maj.
Awardee Abigail Lee planted a ginkgo tree, one of the oldest tree species on Earth known for its adaptability, resilience and strength on Georgia College’s campus. COURTESY OF GCSU

Awardee Abigail Lee planted a ginkgo tree, one of the oldest tree species on Earth known for its adaptability, resilience and strength on Georgia College’s campus. COURTESY OF GCSU

Lee earns GCSU’s Eve Puckett Giving Tree Award

Bailey Ballard
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Georgia College’s Abigail Lee was this year’s recipient of the Eve Puckett Giving Tree Award. It is given annually to an organization or person who “leaves a lasting legacy of service at the university,” according to the announcement.Lee is a junior psychology major with a minor in sociology.
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