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Multiple Agencies Respond to Industrial Fire in Treutlen County Thursday Morning
...FROM THE TREUTLEN COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY:On October 22, 2026, at approximately 10:45 A.M., a coordinated emergency response occurred at 881 Commerce Drive regarding an industrial fire. The fire was quickly extinguished, with two employees receiving injuries. Both injured employees were- Information
- Newsbreak | | 22 October 2026 | 14:40
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Grand Jury Indicts on Crimes Against Children and Elderly
The Toombs County Grand Jury reconvened last week and returned 23 true bills of the 24 that were presented to them.
Crimes against children continue to be brought to the Grand Jury by District Attorney Tripp Fitzner’s Office, and two individuals were indicted by the Grand Jury for allegedly
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- Newsbreak | | 22 October 2026 | 14:22
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Missing Toddler Found Safe
Appling County Sheriff Mark Melton reported Wednesday night that a missing two—year-old child had been found safe.
Sheriff Melton said the effort to find the child drew first responders from all over the area who were prepared to join the search using drones with thermal imaging capability.
The
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- Newsbreak | | 22 October 2026 | 14:14
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Former VPD Officer Under Investigation for Misuse of Flock Camera System
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation arrested and charged former Vidalia Department Sergeant Sanantonio Wilcher with two counts of misuse of a License Plate Ready System and Violation of Oath of Office following an investigation regarding the Flock Safety System.
The Vidalia Police Department asked the
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- Newsbreak | | 20 October 2026 | 14:14
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Suspect Charged in Double Murder in Toombs County Monday
Two people are dead, one is receiving medical treatment, and another had been arrested in Toombs County following a shooting County Monday afternoon.
Toombs County Sheriff Jordan Kight said 911 received a call around 2:19 that three people had been shot at a residence on McNatt Falls Road.
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- Newsbreak | | 20 October 2026 | 14:12
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VPD Looking for Missing Juvenile
UPDATE: VIDALIA POLICE REPORT THAT ZAYDIAN HAS BEEN LOCATED AND IS SAFE.
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The Vidalia Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Zaydian Damarion Jacobs, a 15-year-old runaway juvenile who was last seen on October 13, 2026.
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- Newsbreak | | 20 October 2026 | 14:07
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Operation Phantom Thread Results in Five Arrests
by John Wagner, RadioJones, LLC
Emanuel County Sheriff Jeffrey Brewer calls it a success. The three-day Operation Phantom Thread, aimed at discovering child predators, wrapped up Sunday, October 18, with five arrests.
According to Sheriff Brewer, out of 500 contacts through Internet and cellular apps,
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- Newsbreak | | 20 October 2026 | 11:34
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Homicide Investigation Underway in Toombs County
The following press release was issued by the Toombs County Sheriff's Office regarding a homicide investigation.
On Monday, October 19, 2026 at approximately 2:19 PM, the sheriff's office initiated a homicide investigation at 188 McNatt Falls Road in Toombs County. At this time, two people are
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- Newsbreak | | 19 October 2026 | 18:08
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Amanda Lively Recognized with Southeastern Tech’s Student Impact Award
Southeastern Technical College (STC) Registrar Amanda Lively was selected to represent the College as its nominee for the Technical College System of Georgia’s (TCSG) 2026 Student Impact Award.
The Student Impact Award recognizes employees whose service, leadership, and commitment make a
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- Newsbreak | | 19 October 2026 | 15:48
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Vidalia Sweeps Bremen to Advance to Elite 8 in Columbus
INDIANS PUNCH TICKET TO COLUMBUS WITH SECOND-ROUND PLAYOFF SWEEP
The Vidalia Indians are headed to Columbus.
Vidalia swept Bremen in the second round of the GHSA state softball playoffs, winning both games of the series to advance to the Elite Eight. The Indians continued their postseason run with
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- Sportsbreak | | 22 October 2026 | 13:04
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Lady Dogs Sweep Stephens County, Punch Ticket to Elite Eight in Columbus
Toombs County swept Stephens County at home Monday, rallying for a 7-6 walk-off win in Game 1 before pulling away for a 12-5 victory in Game 2. The Lady Dogs are now headed to Columbus for the GHSA Elite Eight double-elimination tournament.
Game 1: Toombs County Rallies From Six-Run Deficit for
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- Sportsbreak | | 22 October 2026 | 07:26
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Indian Cross Country wraps up the Regular season at Richmond Hill
(Courtesy of Vidalia Athletics) (Greg Taylor and Wyatt Vassey)
The Vidalia High School Cross Country team closed out its 2026 regular season slate on Saturday, October 17, competing at the Richmond Hill Invitational. Facing a competitive field on a fast coastal course, the Indians utilized the
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 October 2026 | 09:27
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No. 1 Toombs County Improves to 7-0 With Dominant 76-0 Shutout of Islands
The top-ranked Toombs County Bulldogs continued their unbeaten march through the 2026 season Friday night, overwhelming the Islands Sharks in a 76-0 rout to improve to a perfect 7-0.
The Bulldogs wasted absolutely no time making a statement, scoring five first-quarter touchdowns on just eight
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 October 2026 | 09:17
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Sports & Scores This Week (10-19-26)
October 19-- Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week.
Monday, October 19
Softball: Vidalia 8, Bremen 0 F/5 & Vidalia 8, Bremen 4 (GHSA Class AA State Playoffs Second Round)
Toombs County 7, Stephens County 6 & Toombs County 12, Stephens County 5 (GHSA Class AAA State Playoffs Second
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- Sportsbreak | | 19 October 2026 | 08:18
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Quick Start Leads Vikings Over Bobcats
The Treutlen Vikings put up 21 points in the first quarter and cruised to a 28-14 victory over the Dooly County Bobcats Thursday night at Bobby Driggers Stadium in Soperton. It was the Vikings third win in a row over the Bobcats.
The Vikings took the opening drive and pounded out 60 yards on 10 plays,
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- Sportsbreak | | 16 October 2026 | 13:06
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Georgia's Friday Night Lights High School Scoreboard
High School Scoreboard – October 16th
Class AAA
76 Toombs Co. "Bulldogs" @ Islands "Sharks" 0 F
Off – Appling Co., Pierce Co., Tattnall Co., Beach, Johnson Sav.
Class AA
21 East Laurens "Falcons" @ Vidalia "Indians" 19 F
60 Dublin "Fighting Irish" @ ACE Charter "Gryphon" 14 F
28 Bleckley Co.
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- Sportsbreak | | 16 October 2026 | 10:17
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ECI Bulldogs Down Tigers
Emanuel County Institute opened region football play last night with a victory on a rare Thursday night game: 42 to 8 playing in Twin City against the Claxton Tigers. The Bulldogs led at the half 42 to zero and came back to a running clock with a team of young players to rest the starters for the two...- Information
- Sportsbreak | | 16 October 2026 | 09:31
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Toombs County Sweeps Ringgold, Advances to Second Round of State Playoffs
Toombs County advanced to the second round of the state playoffs Monday, October 12, sweeping Ringgold at Toombs County High School. The Bulldogs opened the series with a dramatic 1-0 walk-off victory in nine innings before using a seven-run first inning to take control of a 12-2 win in game two.
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- Sportsbreak | | 15 October 2026 | 09:27
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Community Calendar
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Million Pines Arts & Crafts Is Coming!
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- Community Event | | 02 October 2026 | 09:24
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Downtown Spooktacular - Trick Or Treat Night
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- Community Event | | 25 September 2026 | 12:47
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Vidalia Christmas Parade
This year’s Christmas Parade application is now available: https://downtownvidalia.org/events/christmas-parade/ Application deadline is November 20th.
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- Community Event | | 23 September 2026 | 13:50
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Cornerstone Movie Under The Stars
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- Community Event | | 17 September 2026 | 11:13
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Lyons Citizen of the Year Nominations and Banquet Announced
The Lyons Citizen of the Year Banquet will be held September 24, 2026, in the Lyons First Baptist Church. The program will begin at 6:30 with a meal, patriotic speaker and music, and the announcement of this year's Lyons top citizen.
Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased at Peoples Bank in
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- Community Event | | 11 August 2026 | 09:06
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Sons of the American Revolution Meeting
Sons of the American Revolution meet the 3rd Thursday of every month in the backroom of Chatters in Lyons. Dinner is at 6:15 and at 7:00 there is a historical presentation.
Please come and visit with us and we will help you find your Revolutionary War Ancestor.
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- Community Event | | 26 December 2024 | 11:36
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Obituaries
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Mrs. Lynn Helms, Vidalia
Mrs. Lynn Helms, age 65, of Vidalia, died Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at Memorial Health in Savannah. She was a native of Toombs County and was a graduate of Lyons Senior High School where she was President of the Class of 1979 and was a cheerleader. She lived in Hilton Head, South Carolina for a... - Information
- Obituary | | 21 October 2026 | 16:53
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Ms. Bridget Elaine Anderson Buckholts, Hinesville
Bridget Elaine Anderson Buckholts, age 52, of Hinesville, died Monday, October 19, 2026, at Memorial Health in Savannah after an extended illness. She was a native of Toombs County and grew up in Lyons. She was a 1992 graduate of Toombs County High School where she played softball and was on the... - Information
- Obituary | | 21 October 2026 | 14:41
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Lillie Ruth Byrd Reese, Vidalia
Lillie Ruth Byrd Reese, age 83, of Vidalia died Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at her home following an extended illness. She was a native of Toombs County and lived in Vidalia most of her life. She attended J.D. Dickerson High School and was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in... - Information
- Obituary | | 21 October 2026 | 07:10
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Mr. Ernest Allen McCorkle, Midway
Mr. Ernest Allen McCorkle, age 83, of Midway, Georgia, died Friday, October 16, 2026, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton following an extended illness. He was a native of Toombs County, growing up in Vidalia, living in Savannah most of his life and had made Midway his home since 2022. He was a... - Information
- Obituary | | 20 October 2026 | 17:12
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Ms. Anne Francis
In Loving Memory of Anne Francis “A beautiful soul, a loving mother, a compassionate advocate, and a legacy of love and service that will live on forever.” With profound sadness and everlasting love, we announce the passing of our beloved Anne P. Francis, who departed this earthly life on October 12,... - Information
- Obituary | | 20 October 2026 | 11:30
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William "Howard" Rogers, Sr.
William “Howard” Rogers, Sr., age 91, passed into the presence of his Lord on October 16, 2026. As a disciple of Jesus Christ, a husband, a father, a church member, an uncle, a cousin, a friend, a co-worker, a man of honor, he will be missed by many whose lives he touched. After being the first... - Information
- Obituary | | 18 October 2026 | 10:49
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Mr. Bobby Ray Smith
Deacon Bobby Ray Smith was born on October 24, 1952, in Toombs County, Georgia, to Helen Jones and John Smith. Raised in Vidalia by his mother and grandmother, Mary Lizzie Jones, he graduated from Vidalia High School, where he met his first wife, Issabell. As a young man, Bobby worked for... - Information
- Obituary | | 15 October 2026 | 07:17
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Mrs. Levonia "Bonnie" Brantley McCoy, Vidalia
Mrs. Levonia “Bonnie” Brantley McCoy, age 88, of Vidalia, died Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Memorial Health in Savannah following an extended illness. She was a native of Toombs County and has lived near Vidalia in Montgomery County since 1958. She was a 1955 graduate of Vidalia High School and... - Information
- Obituary | | 14 October 2026 | 13:02
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Mr. Jerry Jerome Silvers
Funeral services for Mr. Jerry Jerome “J J” Silvers will be held Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Higgs Funeral Home in Soperton with Reverend Don Carroll officiating. Burial will be in the Tarrytown Cemetery in Montgomery County. Mr. Silvers died Monday, October 12, 2026. Mr... - Information
- Obituary | | 13 October 2026 | 07:08
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Church Calendar
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November 1--Fall Festival time!
November 1--Cedar Crossing Baptist Church invites you to their Fall Festival, Sunday November 1st from 4:00 to 7:00. Bring your friends and family for a time of great fellowship, fun activities and food! - Information
- Church Event | | 22 October 2026 | 12:02
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November 15--Family & Friends Day in Vidalia
November 15--East Park Church of God in Christ, 711 4th and Washington Streets in Vidalia, would like you to come to Family & Friends Day Services, November 15th at 3:00 with guest speaker Elder James McRae Jr of Living Waters Full gospel Ministries in Macon. - Information
- Church Event | | 21 October 2026 | 11:36
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November 1--Ushers Anniverary in Ailey
November 1--The Usher's Ministry of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church cordially invite you to their 63rd Usher's Anniversary, Sunday November 1st at 11:30. Message from Rev. Carl Wardlaw III.- Information
- Church Event | | 19 October 2026 | 12:30
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October 25--Gospel Sing in Ailey
October 25--The Missionary Department of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church in Ailey would like you to come to their Annual Gospel Sing, Sunday October 25th at 4:00.- Information
- Church Event | | 19 October 2026 | 12:25
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October 25--145th Church Anniversary
October 25--Center United Methodist Church would like you to come help Celebrate their 145th Anniversary, Sunday October 25th at 10:30 with Pastor Mike Brown delivering the message. Special singers The Hudsons of Aline. Lunch served.- Information
- Church Event | | 19 October 2026 | 12:14
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October 28--Truck or Treat!
October 28--Cedar Crossing Baptist Church wants all kids to come out for a safe and spooky good time at their Truck or Treat, Wednesday October 28th from 5:30 to 6:45. Special note: all costumes and decor should be fun, friendly and family appropriate. No witches, devils, ghosts or evil themes. - Information
- Church Event | | 19 October 2026 | 09:44
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October 25--Pastor's Anniversary in Alston
October 25--Mt. Calvary Baptist Church of Alston would like you to join them in Celebrating Pastor Rev. Lehmon Smith's 22nd Anniversary, October 25th at 11:00 with special guests Rev. Randy Salem and the members of Lovely Hill Baptist Church of Soperton. - Information
- Church Event | | 13 October 2026 | 08:49
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October 25--Homecoming services near Uvalda
October 25--Charlotte Church, 911 Charlotteville Road near Uvalda, would like you to come to their Homecoming services, Sunday October 25th at 10:30 with guest speaker Jordan Robins, a lifetime member of Charlotte church. Special music from Heartfelt Quartet. Dinner after.- Information
- Church Event | | 13 October 2026 | 08:36
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October 24--Gospel Sing in Glenwood
October 24--Snowhill Community Church, 864 Snowhill Church Road in Glenwood, cordially invites you to their Gospel Sing, October 24th at 7:00 featuring Jennifer Warren from McRae. Come expecting a blessing! - Information
- Church Event | | 13 October 2026 | 08:32
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