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CRIME WATCH

On June 8, law enforcement was dispatched to 271 River Forest Drive in reference to several items being stolen from an open garage area. The victim reported missing a gas can (worth $25), a white lounge chair valued at approximately $20, and a Bluetooth music speaker, valued at approximately $69.99.

BCSD awarded Clean School Bus Grant

The Baldwin County School District (BCSD) was selected as a recipient of a $2 million Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean School Bus Program grant. The EPA’s program aims to improve air quality, reduce emissions, and provide healthier environments for students.
Wall of Books offers old and new book selections year-round

Wall of Books offers old and new book selections year-round

Wall of Books offers old and new book selections year-round

Walls of Books in Milledgeville offers a selection of new and used books for readers of any age.Opening in July of 2020, Wall of Books established itself as an affordable bookstore with a vast selection of books and genres.
Individual recovered from Oconee River Greenway

Individual recovered from Oconee River Greenway

Individual recovered from Oconee River Greenway

On June 5, the Milledgeville Police Department (MPD) was dispatched to the Oconee River Greenway at about 7 p.m. in reference to two males struggling in the water. One subject was able to safely get out of the water, but a search began for the second person.
The Board of Commissioners presented newly appointed Father Bryan Kuhr of Sacred Heart Catholic Church with a plaque recognizing the church’s 150th anniversary. HANNAH MITCHELL/Staff

The Board of Commissioners presented newly appointed Father Bryan Kuhr of Sacred Heart Catholic Church with a plaque recognizing the church’s 150th anniversary. HANNAH MITCHELL/Staff

BOC considers business development and STRs

The Baldwin County Board of Commissioners (BOC) met Tuesday and the meeting opened with recognition of Sacred Heart Catholic Church for its 150th anniversary. A plaque was presented to Father Bryan Kuhr, the church’s newly appointed pastor, for its service since 1875 to Baldwin County.