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Trial Date Set for Man Charged in the Death of Toombs County Child
Middle Judicial Circuit District Attorney Tripp Fitzner has confirmed that the murder case against Seth Hunter Brown will go to trial in Toombs County on December 14.
Brown is charged with the March 14, 2025, death of four-year-old Reese Carter Hughes, the daughter of his then-girlfriend Taylor
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- Newsbreak | | 10 November 2026 | 15:55
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U.S. Marshals Apprehend Candler County Fugitive
A fugitive wanted in Candler County was captured Monday by the United States marshals Service Fugitive Task Force in Cobbtown.
According to Candler County Sheriff John Miles, law enforcement was looking for the man in relation to a crime that took place on Sunday, November 1, on Olifftown Raod, a
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- Newsbreak | | 10 November 2026 | 15:46
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Wanted By Toombs County Sheriff's Office
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- Newsbreak | | 10 November 2026 | 09:37
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Cook to Serve on Middle Judicial Circuit Superior Court
Governor Brian Kemp has appointed the Honorable Paul K. Cook of Vidalia to serve as a Judge on the Superior Court of the Middle Judicial Circuit which satisfied Georgia House Bill 1215 passed in the 2025-26 regular session of the Georgia General Assembly to add a third Superior Court Judge to the
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- Newsbreak | | 09 November 2026 | 15:41
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GBI Investigating Death of Dublin Man
At the request of the Dublin Police Department (DPD), GBI agents are investigating the death of Christian Foskey, age 33, of Dublin, GA.
Preliminary information indicates that about 9:09 p.m., on Thursday, November 5, 2026, Dublin Police Department officers responded to a report of shots-fired in the area
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- Newsbreak | | 09 November 2026 | 15:39
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No Students Injured in Bus Accident
Photo courtesy of Reidsville Fire Department
The Reidsville Fire Department reports that multiple First Responding agencies were dispatched Wednesday afternoon to a vehicle versus school bus crash with suspected entrapment on Highway 23 between the Tattnall Shrine Club and Tatum’s Crossroads near
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- Newsbreak | | 06 November 2026 | 14:47
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Motorcyclist Dies in Early Morning Crash in Toombs County
A motorcyclist from Hinesville lost his life early Thursday morning on Providence Church Road near Laura Dixon Road according to Toombs County Sheriff Jordan Kight.
The Sheriff said around 5:24 Joshua Mason, age 47, was on his motorcycle and was being followed by Dabrent Nobles, 31, also of
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- Newsbreak | | 06 November 2026 | 14:33
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VPD Investigating Shootings on E. Jenkins Street; Three Injured
The Vidalia Police Department and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation are conducting an active investigation into a shooting incident that occurred on E. Jenkins Street near the intersection of Epstein Street on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
At approximately 3:57 PM, Vidalia police officers
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- Newsbreak | | 05 November 2026 | 11:48
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Arrests Made in Glennville Housing Authority Investigation
The GBI arrested three individuals were arrested Monday in an ongoing investigation into alleged misappropriated funds within the Glennville Housing Authority.
On February 3, the Glennville Police Department asked the GBI to open the investigation, and as a result, former Executive Director Renae
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- Newsbreak | | 04 November 2026 | 14:14
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Sportsbreak
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Toombs Cross Country Finish 7th at State, Best Since 2017, as Luna Takes 14th
.(Courtesy of Toombs County Athletics)
On Saturday, the Toombs County Cross Country teams competed in the GHSA state championships in Carrollton. For the girls, senior Deanna Gonzalez finished her senior season with a strong run, finishing 44th out of 150 runners. On the boys side, senior Juan
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- Sportsbreak | | 10 November 2026 | 08:46
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Vidalia High School Hosts GHSA Region Cheerleading Competition and Wins Region 2-2A Championship
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- Sportsbreak | | 10 November 2026 | 08:40
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Swainsboro Native Hannah Howard Leads the Golden Eagles to First NAIA Win
The Georgia Southern-East Georgia Golden Eagles women's team picked up its first victory of the season over ABAC on Thursday night in its home opener.
Georgia Southern-East Georgia (1-4, 0-0 CAC)
FG%: 46.9
3PT%: 38.1
FT%: 53.6ABAC (2-3, 0-0 AAC)
FG%: 37.5
3PT%: 23.1
FT%: 64.7The Lady Golden
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- Sportsbreak | | 10 November 2026 | 08:31
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Lady Barons Celebrate SSAC Postseason Award Recipients
A standout freshman season from Daria Cwynar highlighted the Brewton-Parker Christian University Women's soccer program, as the Lady Barons earned multiple honors from the Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC) following the 2026 season.
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- Sportsbreak | | 10 November 2026 | 08:25
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#2 Toombs County Blows Past Tattnall County 49-3 to Complete 9-1 Regular Season
The No. 2-ranked Toombs County Bulldogs put on a show Friday night in Reidsville, dominating the Tattnall County Warriors 49-3 to close out the 2026 regular season with an impressive 9-1 record and plenty of momentum heading into the GHSA Class AAA State Playoffs.
The Bulldogs wasted little time
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- Sportsbreak | | 10 November 2026 | 08:16
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Vidalia Cross Country Competes well at GHSA State Championship
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- Sportsbreak | | 09 November 2026 | 13:35
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Sports & Scores This Week (11-9-26)
November 9--Here is the sports schedule and scores for this week.
Monday, November 9
Tuesday, November 10
Wednesday, November 11
Thursday, November 12
Football: Bulldogs Live 7:06pm (News Talk Sports WVOP-FM 105.3)
Friday, November 13
Football: Vidalia at Dublin 7:30pm (GHSA Class AA State
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- Sportsbreak | | 09 November 2026 | 08:41
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Vikings End Regular Season With A Bang
The last Treutlen Viking football game at historic Bobby Driggers Stadium in Soperton was a blast for the home team as they took down the Wilcox County Patriots 43-8 on Friday night. A great fireworks show after the game concluded a historic night for the Vikings.
Before the game that was billed
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- Sportsbreak | | 07 November 2026 | 16:50
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Georgia's Friday Night Lights High School Scoreboard
High School Scoreboard – November 6th
Class AAA
49 Toombs Co. "Bulldogs" @ Tattnall Co. "Battle Creek Warriors" 3 F
21 Pierce Co. "Bears" @ Appling Co. "Pirates" 35 F
12 Johnson Sav. "Atom Smashers" @ Islands "Sharks" 13 F
7 Brantley Co. "Herons" @ Beach "Bulldogs" 20 F
Class AA
0 Vidalia
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- Sportsbreak | | 06 November 2026 | 09:30
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Community Calendar
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2026 Lyons Recreation Department Youth Basketball Registration
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- Community Event | | 09 November 2026 | 13:21
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Vidalia Christmas Parade
The deadline for Christmas Parade applications is quickly approaching! Please use this link https://downtownvidalia.org/events/christmas-parade/ All applications must be received by November 20!
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- Community Event | | 09 November 2026 | 12:50
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Now Hiring! Vidalia Police Department
Looking for a career with purpose? Answer the Call with the Vidalia Police Department.
We're hiring Police Officers and offering competitive pay, excellent benefits, professional training, and opportunities for advancement. Already certified? We'd love to talk to you. Not certified? Qualified
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- Community Event | | 06 November 2026 | 09:09
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November 16--Ward 3 Town Hall Meeting
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- Community Event | | 04 November 2026 | 09:51
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United Way Needs Your Help, Please Consider Giving
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- Community Event | | 03 November 2026 | 11:09
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Greater Vidalia Chamber Awards Gala
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- Community Event | | 02 November 2026 | 12:36
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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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Obituaries
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Mr. Bobby G. Blackburn, Soperton
Mr. Bobby G. Blackburn, age 75, of Soperton, died Thursday, November 5, 2026, at his home after a sudden illness. He was born and grew up in Pike County, Kentucky, and he lived in several places in Florida and Georgia before settling in Treutlen County in 2011. He retired as a truck driver after...- Information
- Obituary | | 07 November 2026 | 12:57
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Mr. Howard Wright, Lyons
Mr. Howard Wright, age 82, of Lyons, died Sunday, November 1, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia after a brief illness. He was a native of Toombs County and lived near Lyons all of his life. He was a 1962 graduate of Lyons High School and was a lifelong member of Hammonds Baptist... - Information
- Obituary | | 07 November 2026 | 09:29
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Louise Anderson Talley Walsh
Louise Anderson Talley Walsh went home to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, November 1, 2026. She was 91 years old. Our mother was a native of Toombs County. Raised on a farm in Ohoopee GA, she learned many valuable skills which served her well when she married our father, who... - Information
- Obituary | | 07 November 2026 | 09:27
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Ms. Brenda Diane Miller Moore
Brenda Diane Miller Moore was born on May 17, 1960, in Treutlen County, Georgia, to the late George L. Miller and Audrey Jordan Miller. On Tuesday, October 27, 2026, she peacefully departed this earthly life at Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia, Georgia. In addition to her parents,... - Information
- Obituary | | 04 November 2026 | 11:55
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Mr. Gene Tapley
Gene Tapley passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026. His life was marked by hard work, perseverance, and determination. With God’s help and an unwavering spirit, Gene overcame several serious illnesses and lived a remarkable life. Born on June 27, 1941, in Montgomery County, Georgia, Gene was the... - Information
- Obituary | | 03 November 2026 | 11:22
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Mrs. Melissa Hart Fernandez, Uvalda
Mrs. Melissa Hart Fernandez, age 62, of Uvalda, died Monday, November 2, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia after a brief illness. She was born on July 9, 1964, and was a lifelong resident of Montgomery County. She grew up in Alston and moved to Uvalda in 1989. She was a 1982 graduate... - Information
- Obituary | | 03 November 2026 | 07:19
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Susan Stephens
Susan Stephens, beloved wife, mother, and Booshie, passed away on October 31, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia after an extended illness. She was born on August 11, 1949, to Aaron and Helen Wood Lynn. She lived all her life in Toombs County and was a 1967 graduate of Vidalia High... - Information
- Obituary | | 02 November 2026 | 07:13
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Joan Ellen Taylor Raby
Joan Ellen Taylor Raby was born on May 23, 1954, to Willie Ethel Bowen and Edward Otis Taylor. She was the oldest of three children (Glenn & Linda). She married Clyde Jr. Chavis on May 8, 1968, at Reidsville City Hall in Reidsville Georgia. Joan and Jr. had two sons together, Dywayne and Jamie... - Information
- Obituary | | 01 November 2026 | 13:23
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Aubryn A. Mixon, Sandersville
Aubryn A. Mixon, age 20, of Sandersville and formerly of Higgston, died on Saturday, October 22, 2026, at her home after a sudden illness. She was a native of Montgomery County, growing up and living near Higgston all of her life before recently moving to Washington County. She was a 2024 graduate of... - Information
- Obituary | | 30 October 2026 | 07:15
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Church Calendar
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November 23--ELICE Monthly Meeting
November 23--Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Vidalia invites you to the ELICE Monthly Meeting, Monday November 23rd at 6:30. Facilitator Rev. Ronald Miller. - Information
- Church Event | | 04 November 2026 | 09:48
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November 14--Cemetery Cleaning
November 14--East Park Cemetery needs your help for the Monthly Cemetery Cleaning, Saturday November 14th at 10:00. Together. Respectfully. Forever. - Information
- Church Event | | 04 November 2026 | 09:42
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November 15--Pastor's Anniversary
November 15--Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church invites you to their 4th Pastor's Anniversary for Pastor Franklin Williams and First Lady Jean Williams, Sunday November 15th at 2:00 with guest speaker Rev. Dr. Carl Wardlaw Jr of First African Missionary Baptist Church.- Information
- Church Event | | 29 October 2026 | 12:31
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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 14--Fall Festival in Ailey
November 14--Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church in Ailey invites you to their Fall Festival: Falling For Jesus, November 14th from 10:00 to 2:00 with activities for the whole family. Pastor Carl Wardlaw III. - Information
- Church Event | | 05 October 2026 | 12:07
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