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Today's Top Stories From ABC News - April 16th
WHITE HOUSE SAYS IT REMAINS "VERY MUCH ENGAGED” IN CEASEFIRE NEGOTIATIONS."
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Administration officials familiar with the ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Iran remain vehement that another in-person meeting between the US and Iran will be arranged soon and likely take place before the- Information
- Newsbreak | | 16 April 2026 | 07:19
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Local student receives EMC Scholarship
Toombs County High School student Mareli Luna-Munoz is a 2026 recipient of the Walter Harrison Scholarship awarded by electric membership cooperatives (EMCs) in Georgia, including Altamaha EMC/Fiber.
Munoz competed against 85 other students from across Georgia for the scholarship, which provides
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- Newsbreak | | 15 April 2026 | 15:15
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"Tales From the Altamaha" Hits the Stage at The Blue Marquee
It’s time once again to sit back, relax and enjoy the peacefulness of along the Altamaha River.
Ok, so maybe your schedule won’t allow you to actually to go the riverbanks and do that, but you can enjoy the experience again this year at the folklife play “Tales from the Altamaha” at the Blue
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- Newsbreak | | 15 April 2026 | 15:06
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BPCU Prison Education Program Awarded Two Grants to Expand Student Support
Brewton-Parker Christian University (BPCU) is pleased to announce that its Prison Education Program (PEP), led by Dr. Roger Byrd, has been awarded two grants through the Georgia Coalition for Higher Education in Prison (GACHEP), further strengthening the university’s commitment to providing
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- Newsbreak | | 15 April 2026 | 11:51
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Under the Gold Dome: Final Week
by Sen. Blake Tillery
Our work under the Gold Dome may be done for now, but my work for you isn’t. I’m back home in the 19th District, focused on doing right by you and your family.
This year, I had the honor of leading the Senate’s work on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. It’s a $38.5 billion plan
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- Newsbreak | | 15 April 2026 | 10:18
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City of Vidalia Approves Rezoning Despite Citizens' Resistance
The Chambers of Vidalia City Hall was filled to capacity Monday night with most of those in attendance waiting to hear if the City Council was going to approve the rezoning of a large parcel of land on Larry Drive from agriculture to Planned Unit Development for moderately priced and sized homes to be
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- Newsbreak | | 14 April 2026 | 15:21
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STC President Larry Calhoun Announces Retirement
William “Larry” Calhoun, President of Southeastern Technical College, has announced his retirement, effective July 1, 2026, following a distinguished career in education, public service, and military leadership.
Calhoun has devoted his life to serving his country and the people of Georgia through
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- Newsbreak | | 14 April 2026 | 14:04
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BPCU Installs Sigma Zeta Honor Society
Brewton-Parker Christian University recently celebrated the installation of the Gamma Psi Chapter of Sigma Zeta, the national honor society for science and mathematics. The effort to bring Sigma Zeta to campus was initiated by Dr. Justine Hardy, Division Chair for Mathematics and Natural Sciences.
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- Newsbreak | | 14 April 2026 | 07:27
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The People House Week 12: Final 2026 Session Update
by Rep. Leesa Hagan
The General Assembly reconvened at the Capitol on March 31, 2026, for the final week of the 2026 legislative session. While on the House floor, we worked late into the evenings and early morning debating and voting on key measures to secure their final passage before the gavel
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- Newsbreak | | 13 April 2026 | 09:18
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Atlanta Braves to Induct Brian Snitker into the Braves Hall of Fame
ATLANTA (Thursday, April 16, 2026) – The Atlanta Braves will induct long-time coach and manager Brian Snitker into the Braves Hall of Fame in a special pregame ceremony at Truist Park on Saturday, April 25, before the Braves take on the Philadelphia Phillies at 7:15 p.m ET. Braves Hall of Famers
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- Sportsbreak | | 16 April 2026 | 10:16
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Indians Defeat Toombs 10-0
The Vidalia Indians kicked off their final regular season series against the Toombs County Bulldogs in impressive fashion, earning a 10-0 victory at Greg James Field on a special night for the program.
Before the game, the Indians recognized the middle school baseball team for their outstanding
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- Sportsbreak | | 16 April 2026 | 09:20
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Vidalia Boys Capture Westminster Relays Title; Girls Fall Just Short in Thrilling Finish
The Vidalia High School track and field teams turned in an exceptional performance at the Westminster Relays, with the boys team capturing the championship and the girls finishing a heartbreaking half-point shy of the title.
The Vidalia boys dominated the meet, racking up 119 points to outpace
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- Sportsbreak | | 14 April 2026 | 09:06
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Barons Set Numerous PR’s at ASU InviteÂ
The Brewton-Parker Christian University (BPCU) Barons track and field teams traveled to compete at the Annual Alice Coachman Invite in Albany, Ga. The Barons men’s team finished fifth out of a field of 12 teams, and the women’s team took home second place in a field of six full teams. The Barons
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- Sportsbreak | | 14 April 2026 | 08:59
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Bulldogs Battle Through Busy Tournament Stretch
(left to right: Gavin Ward, Noah Anken , Drew Woodruff, Vick Moore, Rhys Ward)
The Toombs County High School men’s golf team continued its busy spring schedule with strong competition across two recent tournaments, highlighted by a historic performance from senior Drew Woodruff.
The Bulldogs
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- Sportsbreak | | 13 April 2026 | 08:37
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Sports & Scores This Week (4-13-26)
April 13-- Here is the schedule for sports and scores this week.
Monday, April 13
Baseball: Marlins 10, Braves 4
Savannah Athletic Association 11, RTCA 6
CCA 9, VHA 0
Soccer: Vidalia 2, Woodville-Tompkins 1 Girls & Woodville-Tompkins 5, Vidalia 4 Boys
Treutlen 2, Glascock County 1 Girls & Treutlen 4,
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- Sportsbreak | | 13 April 2026 | 06:43
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Spurlock To Lead Crusaders
... Robert Toombs Christian Academy is proud to announce our new Head Football Coach, Sonny Spurlock. Coach Spurlock brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and leadership to our program, and we are excited about the future under his direction!Originally from Hartwell, Georgia, Coach Spurlock- Information
- Sportsbreak | | 10 April 2026 | 20:00
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Indians Secure Series with Senior Night Victory
The Vidalia Indians returned home to Greg James Field for Game 2 of their three-game series against the Savannah Country Day Hornets, and behind a strong all-around performance, they secured the series with an 11-1 win on a special Senior Night.
Before first pitch, the program honored its seniors,
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- Sportsbreak | | 10 April 2026 | 08:11
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Barons Down KnightsÂ
The Brewton-Parker Christian University (BPCU) Barons baseball team traveled to Cochran, Ga., to take on the Knights of Middle Georgia State University in a mid-week non-conference showdown. The Barons rallied from trailing 3-1 late in the game before a three-run bomb from Fred Guzman-Diaz broke
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- Sportsbreak | | 08 April 2026 | 08:14
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Community Calendar
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Ohoopee Soil and Water Conservation District Meeting
The Ohoopee Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Conjunction with the GACD Group IV Meeting.
The meeting will be held at Dawson Farms, 305 Dawson Farms Road SE., Allenhurst, GA.
The GACD Group IV Meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the
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- Community Event | | 15 April 2026 | 11:11
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National Day of Prayer May 7th
The National Day of Prayer will be observed on Thursday, May 7, at Connection Church, 1613 Meadows Lane in Vidalia.
This year, there will be three observances: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.; 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.; and 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
The Theme for this year's National Day of Prayer is "Glorify God
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- Community Event | | 07 April 2026 | 13:46
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Greater Vidalia Chamber Ribbon Cutting
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- Community Event | | 31 March 2026 | 15:12
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Obituaries
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Miss Felicia Denise Day
Felicia Denise Day was born on September 29, 1976, to the late Minister Billy Matthews and Annie Laura Day. She attended the Tattnall and Toombs County Public School Systems. Felicia was employed with Shuman Cleaners and Papa Buck’s of Vidalia, Georgia, until her health declined. She had a deep... - Information
- Obituary | | 16 April 2026 | 09:58
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Mr. Bryan Dewayne Cronan
Bryan Dewayne Cronan, affectionately known as “Peanut,” age 53, was born on April 3, 1973, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and uncle. If you were fortunate enough to be called his friend, you were truly blessed. Bryan was a man who stood firm in what he... - Information
- Obituary | | 16 April 2026 | 09:55
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Mrs. Patricia McLemore Usher, New Branch Community
Mrs. Patricia McLemore Usher, age 90, of the New Branch Community, died Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia after a brief illness. She was a native of Toombs County, growing up in Vidalia, and was a 1954 graduate of Vidalia High School. She married her husband, and they... - Information
- Obituary | | 15 April 2026 | 07:31
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Mr. Henry "Bud" Brady White, Tarrytown
Mr. Henry “Bud” Brady White, age 72, of Tarrytown, died Monday, April 13, 2026, at his home following an extended illness. He was born on August 20, 1953, in Candler County to the late Henry Brady White and Mary Emma Collins White. The family returned to Tarrytown in 1959, and he graduated from... - Information
- Obituary | | 14 April 2026 | 12:26
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Mrs. Mae "Audrey" Williamson, Vidalia
Mrs. Mae “Audrey” Joyce Williamson, age 88, of Vidalia, died Friday, April 10, 2026, at her home after a brief illness. She was a native of Montgomery County and had lived in Vidalia for the past 30 years. She was a graduate of Montgomery County High School and was a homemaker. Audrey was a member of... - Information
- Obituary | | 13 April 2026 | 13:54
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Miss Leslie J. Short, Augusta
Miss Leslie J. Short, age 68, of Augusta, died Monday, April 6, 2026, at The Oak Bethany in Vidalia after an extended illness. She was a native of Richmond County, growing up in Augusta, and lived there until moving to Vidalia in 2025. She was a homemaker, a member of Crawford Avenue Baptist...- Information
- Obituary | | 12 April 2026 | 13:59
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Mrs. Charlotte Ann Mathis, McNatt Falls Community
Mrs. Charlotte Ann Mathis, age 53, of the McNatt Falls Community, died Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia following an extended illness. She was born on March 3, 1973, in Wheeler County to the late Melvin E. Mathis and Elouise Wilkerson Mathis. She grew up in... - Information
- Obituary | | 12 April 2026 | 13:58
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Mrs. Sally Jo Collins Thompson, Vidalia
Mrs. Sally Jo Collins Thompson, age 89, of Vidalia, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the home of her son and daughter-in-law following a brief illness. She was born and raised in Cobbtown, Georgia, and was a 1955 graduate of Collins High School. She then attended Georgia Southern College... - Information
- Obituary | | 11 April 2026 | 21:12
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Ms. Leola Mann, Vidalia
Leola Mann of Vidalia, GA, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on January 10, 1939, in Alston, GA to the late Henry and Corena Mann. Leola was a graduate of Montgomery County High School. Leola was a faithful member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in... - Information
- Obituary | | 09 April 2026 | 13:48
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Church Calendar
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April 22-23--Youth Revival in Alston
April 22-23--Mt. Calvary of Alston is hosting a 2-Night Youth Revival, Wednesday April 22nd with Rev. Nathan Martin from Lyons and Thursday April 23rd with Rev. Isaiah J. McLeod of Elizabeth Baptist Church in Hazlehurst. - Information
- Church Event | | 16 April 2026 | 11:42
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April 25--Gospel Sing in Glenwood
April 25--Snowhill Community Church, 864 Snowhill Church Road in Glenwood, invites everyone to their Gospel Sing, April 25th at 7:00. Special guests will be Heaven's Tradition from Douglas. Come expecting a blessing. - Information
- Church Event | | 14 April 2026 | 07:41
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April 26--Homecoming in Uvalda
April 26--Cedar Crossing Baptist Church, 2926 Cedar Crossing Road in Uvalda, invites you to come celebrate, reconnect and enjoy Homecoming in Worship, Food & Fellowship, Sunday April 26th at 10:30. Special Guests "Great Visioner" sharing their Message through song and testimony. Dinner on the grounds. Meat furnished, just bring your favorite dish to share. No Sunday School. - Information
- Church Event | | 13 April 2026 | 09:21
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April 19--Special Service featuring Veteran in Glenwood
April 19--Snowhill Community Church, 864 Snowhill Church Road in Glenwood, would like you to come to a Special Service, Sunday April 19th at 11:00 and 6:00. Featured will be Rev. Mark Sikes of Athens. Rev Sikes is a veteran who who got hurt in Iran.- Information
- Church Event | | 09 April 2026 | 12:34
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Special Notice: Lyons Pastoral Position Announcement
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- Church Event | | 06 April 2026 | 11:42
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