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Newsbreak

  • VHS Alum Giving Back to Alma Mater

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    Two recent graduates of Vidalia High School have returned to Vidalia High School to give back to their Alma Mater. Maggie Beach, a former VHS student and HOSA officer, recently donated blood at the Annual VHS Sports Booster Blood Drive. At this blood drive, McLendon Enterprises donates $20 to the

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    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 08 December 2023 | 10:15
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  • 'Tis the Season for Scams

    Not even the holidays can keep scammers from trying to intimidate people and steal their money. In fact, on Thursday, the Toombs County Sheriff’s Office noted that would-be thieves are burning up the telephone lines preying on citizens with lies and threats.

    According to Sheriff Alvie Kight, Jr.,

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    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 07 December 2023 | 14:43
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  • Area Police Blotter

    Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests:

    Newton, Christopher - Vidalia - Warrant served (Claxton PD)

    Jones, Jordan – Vidalia – Financial Transaction Card Theft/Financial Card Transaction Fraud.

    Adams, Joi-E’Lania – Vidalia – Warrant Served (Toombs County Warrant).

    Hagood, Jessica –

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    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 06 December 2023 | 09:49
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  • Lauren Alaina to Perform At 2024 Vidalia Festival Concert

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    The Vidalia Onion Festival Committee is excited to announce the 2024 Vidalia Onion Festival Friday Night Concert, headlined by Georgia's own country sensation and Grand Ole Opry member, Lauren Alaina! The multi-platinum artist is all set to dazzle with an unforgettable performance, featuring her

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    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 06 December 2023 | 09:12
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  • One-Way Entry Into New Courthouse

    The Toombs County Commissioners have advised that due to on-going construction there will be NO ACCESS on State Route 292 to the Toombs County Government Center at 100 Courthouse Square. All access will be from the existing entrance located on State Route 280. The expected completion date is May

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    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 05 December 2023 | 11:59
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  • Kemp Proposes Acceleration of Largest Income Tax Cut in State History

    Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, Speaker Jon Burns, and members of the General Assembly announced Monday their shared priority of introducing and passing legislation in the upcoming regular session of the General Assembly that will accelerate a

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    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 04 December 2023 | 14:26
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  • GBI Investigates Officer Involved Shooting in Dubin

    The GBI is investigating an officer involved shooting in Dublin, Laurens County, Georgia. The Dublin Police Department asked the GBI to conduct an independent investigation on December 03, 2023, at around 12:10 a.m. No officers were injured in this incident.

    The preliminary information indicates on

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    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 04 December 2023 | 14:24
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  • Area Police Blotter

    Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests.

    Jordan, Shemika - Vidalia - Simple battery

    Dann, Steven - Vidalia - Simple battery

    Smith, Jayden Qortez - Reidsville - Obstruction

    Smith Justin Quatez - Reidsville - Obstruction/possession of marijuana/possession of a controlled

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    Newsbreak | Jeff Raiford | 01 December 2023 | 08:13
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  • Ring A Bell; Change A Life

    ‘Tis the season for lights, cheer, and bells ringing and for some in our community, the bells that ring from volunteers standing at the familiar red kettles at major shopping outlet is not only a sign of Christmas, but a sign of hope throughout the year.

    Janet Bryant is the coordinator for the

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    Newsbreak | Kathy Hilt | 30 November 2023 | 15:31
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Community Calendar

  • LFD Offering CPR and AED Training

    The Lyons Fire Department is providing CPR and AED training to the pubic at NO COST.

    Anyone wanting more information should contact 912-526-8144.

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    Community Event | Kathy Hilt | 07 December 2023 | 14:45
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  • Christmas Band Concert

    SDM and JRT Winter Concert Flyer

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    Community Event | Kathy Hilt | 06 December 2023 | 14:33
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  • Greater Vidalia Chamber Super Star Teacher Nominations

    Super Star Teacher

    Introducing...... the Greater Vidalia® Super Star Teacher program!

    This program recognizes exceptional teachers in the Toombs-Montgomery area.

    How does this work?

    Each month, community members will have an opportunity to nominate teachers who have positively impacted their lives. A group of

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    Community Event | Jeff Raiford | 01 December 2023 | 14:22
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  • Legislative Luncheon

    Legislative Luncheon 2023 5

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    Community Event | Jeff Raiford | 01 December 2023 | 14:20
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  • Planning for the Future

    2024 Heart of Georgia Altamaha Regional Plan Flyer 002

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    Community Event | Kathy Hilt | 29 November 2023 | 15:30
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  • Patriotic Christmas

    Patriotic Christmas

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    Community Event | Kathy Hilt | 28 November 2023 | 12:25
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  • Vidalia MLK Parade Set for January 15

    MLK Parade

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    Community Event | Kathy Hilt | 16 November 2023 | 09:57
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  • Montgomery County Scap Tire Amnesty Event

    Montgomery County will be holding a Scrap Tire Amnesty Event from December 11 – 15, 2023. The hours of the event will be 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM from Monday to Thursday and 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Friday. The program providing for this event is funded through the Solid Waste Trust Fund, which is itself is

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    Community Event | Jeff Raiford | 15 November 2023 | 08:01
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  • Prescription Drug Takeback Program

    RX Drop Box

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    Community Event | Jeff Raiford | 23 October 2023 | 16:19
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Obituaries

  • Zora Ann Collins, Vidalia

    Zora Ann Collins Zora Ann Collins, age 82, of Vidalia, died Friday, December 8, 2023, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia, following an extended illness.  She was born April 6, 1941 in Emanuel County and grew up in Kite.  She lived in Vidalia most of her life and lived near Alston with daughter’s family for...
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    Obituary | Jeff Raiford | 09 December 2023 | 15:46
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  • Mr. Ray McKee, Vidalia

    Ray McKee Mr. Ray McKee, age 81, of Vidalia, died Friday, December 8, 2023, after an extended illness.  He was a native of ­­­­­­Waltham, Massachusetts, and graduated high school there in 1960.  He served four years in the U.S. Navy, which was during the Cuban Missile Crisis.  After his military service, he...
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    Obituary | Jeff Raiford | 09 December 2023 | 11:08
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  • Mrs. JoAnn (Sikes) Moseley, Five Points Community

    JoAnn Moseley Mrs. JoAnn (Sikes) Moseley, age 93, of the Five Points Community, died Thursday, December 7, 2023 at Oxley Park Health and Rehabilitation in Lyons. She was a lifelong resident of the Five Points Community and she retired as a seamstress from Metter Manufacturing. She was Baptist by faith and a...
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    Obituary | Jeff Raiford | 09 December 2023 | 11:06
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  • Mrs. Joyce West, Mt. Vernon

    obit West Mrs. Joyce West, age 72, of Mt. Vernon, died Thursday, December 7, 2023 at her home after an extended illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Mt. Vernon. She was the glue of her family and a caretaker for all. She enjoyed sharing a cup of coffee and being a listening ear for her family...
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    Obituary | Kathy Hilt | 08 December 2023 | 13:15
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  • Mrs. Allene Couch

    obit Couch Ms. Allene (Ward) Couch, age 98 of Douglasville, died Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at her home. She was born in Dahlonega as the youngest of 11 siblings plus one nephew who grew up with her as a brother. She was raised in Mt. Vernon before moving to Atlanta after World War II, and then lived the last...
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    Obituary | Kathy Hilt | 08 December 2023 | 10:19
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  • Mr. John Taylor Jackson, Vidalia

    obit Jackson Mr. John Taylor Jackson, age 35, of Vidalia, died Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Community Hospice House in Vidalia after an extended illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Vidalia. He spent most of his life working in farming and automotive work, and in his free time, he enjoyed...
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    Obituary | Kathy Hilt | 08 December 2023 | 10:10
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  • Mr. Maurice Bauer, Vidalia

    obit Bauer Mr. Maurice D. Bauer, age 93, of Vidalia, died Monday, December 4, 2023, at his residence under the care of Regency SouthernCare Hospice after an extended illness.  He was a native of Nebraska, but lived most of his life in Georgia or on the sea while serving in the United States Navy, where he...
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    Obituary | Kathy Hilt | 06 December 2023 | 11:28
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  • Mr. Earl Haynes, Vidalia

    obit Haynes Mr. Earl D. Haynes, age 70 of Vidalia, died Sunday, December 3, 2023, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia.  He was born May 19, 1953 in Brantley County, to the late Vance Bert Haynes and Eunice Pauline Fordham Haynes.  He lived in Vidalia most of his life, and was a member of The Church of...
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    Obituary | Kathy Hilt | 04 December 2023 | 12:24
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  • Mr. Alan Smith, Glenwood

    obit Smith Mr. Alan Smith, age 62, beloved husband of Janel Ashley Smith of Glenwood, passed away on Friday evening, December 1, 2023 at Augusta University Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia. Born in Milledgeville, he was the eldest of four children born to Winford and Martha Sue Teal Smith of Soperton. ...
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    Obituary | Kathy Hilt | 04 December 2023 | 12:17
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Church Calendar

  • Live Nativity

    Live Nativity ad 2023
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    Church Event | Kathy Hilt | 06 December 2023 | 09:23
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  • December 24--Christmas Events in Vidalia

    December 24--The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 1512 Meadows Lane in Vidalia, invites you to their Christmas Events, Advent Lessons and Hymns December 24th at 10:30. There will be no Eucharist and no 8:00AM service. Candlelight Service, December 24th at 5:00 with Holy Eucharist Rite II. A Youth Christmas Pageant and reception will follow. annunciationvidalia.org facebook.com/Annunciation-Episcopal-Church-Vidalia-GA
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    Church Event | Jim Perry | 30 November 2023 | 12:09
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  • December 24--Christmas Eve Candlelight Service in Vidalia

    Christmas Eve Candletight   December 24--First Baptist Church of Vidalia would like you to come to their Candlelight Communion Service, Christmas Eve Sunday December 24th at 10:30.
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    Church Event | Jim Perry | 28 November 2023 | 12:07
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  • December 10--Christmas Celebration in Vidalia

    Christmas Celebration   December 10--First Baptist Church of Vidalia invites you to join them for their Christmas Celebration, Sunday December 10th at 10:30 featuring their Children’s Choir, Handbells, Worship Choir, Orchestra and Youth Band.
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    Church Event | Jim Perry | 28 November 2023 | 12:04
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  • Holiday Toy Drive

    toy Drive
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    Church Event | Kathy Hilt | 20 November 2023 | 13:22
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  • Pass it along with...CHURCH NEWS!

    LET US GET YOUR MESSAGE TO THE PUBLIC WITH CHURCH NEWS!    Your Church Speaks   Thank you for using Church News on News-Talk WVOP 970 AM and 105.3 FM, and southeastgeorgiatoday.com. Submit your church events to us at least 2 weeks ahead of time for the greatest coverage and best results. Include the name of the church, the church address, name of the event, date & time of the event, location of the event if other than the church, and any special speakers involved.  ** When including an image or images please send it as an attachment.  Use the jpg format for all images **   Send it to JIM PERRY! Email jperry @ radiojones.com ---Please note that FAX is no longer available.  Use email. 
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    Church Event | Jim Perry | 03 November 2021 | 12:30
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