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Today's Top Stories From ABC News - November 29th
ISRAEL/HAMAS
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Israel and Hamas agreed to extend their cease-fire by another day, meaning Hamas released another 12 hostages and Israel released another 30 Palestinian prisoners. And the Pentagon says the U-S airlifted more than 54-thousand pounds of UN humanitarian supplies into Gaza. Secretary of- Information
- Newsbreak | | 29 November 2023 | 07:20
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At Least 23 Die on Georgia Highways Over Thanksgiving Weekend
It was a deadly Thanksgiving holiday weekend on Georgia roadways according to the Georgia Department of Public Safety. From 6:00 Wednesday night through Sunday night at 11:59, Georgia State Troopers and other law enforcement agencies reported 23 fatalities on Georgia roads including one in Toombs
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- Newsbreak | | 28 November 2023 | 16:12
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Vidalia City School Announce REACH Scholarship Winners
For the 6th year, Vidalia City Schools has presented $50,000 of needs-based scholarships to five J.R. Trippe 8th graders. In a recent ceremony held at Vidalia High School, Zakyria Williams, Eion Ryals, Charlotte Powell, Lauren Hardnett, and Madisyn Corbett received $10,000 in REACH Scholarships to gain
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- Newsbreak | | 28 November 2023 | 11:22
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Area Police Blotter
Vidalia Police Department reports the following arrests.
Bethel, Monica - Vidalia - Financial transaction card fraud
Taylor, Johnny Alton - Lyons - Entering auto/simple obstruction
Knowles, Princess - Vidalia - Theft by shoplifting
Pope, James – Vidalia – Criminal trespass
Stewart, Cassandra –
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- Newsbreak | | 28 November 2023 | 09:13
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Suspect Wanted in 5 Points Store Break-in
(Photo from Emanuel County Sheriff's Office Facebook page)
On Wednesday morning of last week, the Emanuel County Sheriff’s Office responded to a small rural convenience store in the southern part of the county, but that store has a Lyons address. According to the office, a person entered the 5
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- Newsbreak | | 27 November 2023 | 14:09
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Single Vehicle Accident Claims Life of Toombs County Woman
On Saturday night around 7:43, Toombs County 911 dispatch received a call about a vehicle that had wrecked on GA Hwy 147 just east of the intersection and Lilliot Road. On arrival Deputies found a burgundy Chevrolet Captive on the northside of the roadway. A preliminary investigation supports that the
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- Newsbreak | | 27 November 2023 | 14:02
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Toombs County Middle School REACH Scholarship Signing
(Left to right) Luis Valentin-Gonzalez, Ella Oliver, Antonio Garcia, Joanie Fowler, and Eleria Frazier
Toombs County Middle School hosted its 6th annual REACH Scholarship signing on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. REACH Georgia is Georgia's needs-based mentorship and college scholarship program that begins in 8th
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- Newsbreak | | 27 November 2023 | 11:05
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Toombs County Students Attend EMC Electrification CDE
Dawson McLendon and Case Conner
Career Development Events (CDEs) help students develop the abilities to think critically, communicate clearly, and perform effectively in a competitive job market. There are over 25 CDEs, covering job skills in everything from communications to mechanics. Toombs
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- Newsbreak | | 27 November 2023 | 11:02
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GBI Investigates Aggravated Assault on Treutlen and Laurens County Deputies
...The GBI is investigating an aggravated assault on two deputies from Treutlen and Laurens counties. On Sunday, November 19, 2023, at about 4:30 p.m., the GBI Regional Investigative Office in Eastman was requested by the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, and the
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- Newsbreak | | 24 November 2023 | 18:38
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Toombs County Bulldogs’ Amazing Football Season Ends in Round 3 of the GHSA State Playoffs
On Friday, Toombs County traveled four hours north to Rockmart High School in Polk County to face the Rockmart Yellow Jackets in the third round of the Class AA State Playoffs.
The Dogs took the opening kickoff and started moving the ball through the air. After Junior TJ Stanley completed
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- Sportsbreak | | 27 November 2023 | 19:14
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Sports & Scores This Week (11-27-23)
November 27-- Here are the latest sports schedules and scores for the week.
Monday, November 27
Tuesday, November 28
Basketball: Montgomery County 53, Citizens Christian Academy 37 Girls
Montgomery County 59, Citizens Christian Academy 48 Boys
Bacon County 53, Toombs County 31 Girls
Toombs County 76,
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- Sportsbreak | | 27 November 2023 | 08:05
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Toombs County MatDawgs Compete Well Versus Tough Competition at Walnut Gove
The Toombs County MatDawgs were put to the test in their first outing of the season last Friday as they traveled to Walnut Grove High School (4A). As the smallest school represented there, the MatDawgs brought the fight, going 2-2 on the night.
The first match was against Hillgrove (7A). A hard
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- Sportsbreak | | 22 November 2023 | 09:56
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Indians Fall to 6A Veterans
The Vidalia Indians dropped a hard fought game on Tuesday night by the score of 68-65 to wrap up the STC-Tip-Off Classic. Veterans HS took advantage of a tough shooting night by the Indians. Jayon Coleman had a spectacular night leading the way with 30 points on his way to a breakout
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- Sportsbreak | | 22 November 2023 | 09:53
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Toombs County Bulldogs Esports Teams Secure Spots in GHSA State Playoffs for Fall 2023
Toombs County Bulldogs Esports Teams Secure Spots in GHSA State Playoffs for Fall 2023!
Splatoon 3 Team Aims for Greater Heights
In an exciting development, the powerhouse Toombs County Bulldogs Varsity Splatoon 3 Team has clinched their place in the upcoming PlayVS State Playoffs for the Fall
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- Sportsbreak | | 21 November 2023 | 10:00
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Brewton-Parker Athletics: Men’s Wrestling Takes on Life U Open
POWDER SPRINGS, GA – Brewton-Parker College Men’s Wrestling took on the Life U Open in Powder Springs, Ga. with eight of the 19 wrestlers represented earning points on Saturday.
The day was highlighted by a sixth-place finish from Sean Houston in the 165-pound division. Houston started his
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 November 2023 | 09:15
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Toombs County Bulldog Football Upsets Defending Champs, Dethroning the #1 Ranked Thomson Bulldogs in Round Two Showdown
On Friday, the Toombs County Bulldogs hit the road for Round two of the GHSA State Playoffs to face the defending AA State Champion Thomson Bulldogs. This game featured #4 Toombs vs. #1 Thomson and was a thriller to the end.
Toombs County took the opening kickoff and was forced to punt on a three and
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 November 2023 | 08:38
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Sports & Scores This Week (11-20-23)
November 20-- Here are the latest sports schedules and scores for the week.
Monday, November 20
Basketball: Briarwood 50, RTCA 25 Girls at Edmund Burke
Tuesday, November 21
Basketball: West Laurens 50, Toombs County 44 Girls & Toombs County 86, West Laurens 70 Boys (STC-Tip-Off Classic)
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- Sportsbreak | | 20 November 2023 | 08:27
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Barons Fall in SSAC Opener to Stillman
MOUNT VERNON, Ga. – Brewton-Parker Men’s Basketball took on Stillman (Ala.) in Gillis Gymnasium on Thursday night to start SSAC action.
The Barons (4-4) fell to the Tigers (3-2) 64-52 in a tight battle on the home hardwood.
How It Happened | First Half
BPC took a quick lead, with a trey from Grant
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- Sportsbreak | | 17 November 2023 | 09:07
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Community Calendar
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"Deadheads" Unite To Save Lives
This will be a full-length Grateful Dead show from New Years 1978/79 with all proceeds going to support the Lucky Dog Rescue Ranch. Everyone is welcome and tickets are $10 at the door.
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- Community Event | | 21 November 2023 | 09:39
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Vidalia MLK Parade Set for January 15
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- Community Event | | 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 | | 15 November 2023 | 08:01
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Obituaries
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Mrs. Kathy Edenfield Clark, Marvin Yancey Community
Mrs. Kathy Edenfield Clark, age 62, of the Marvin Yancey Community, died Friday, November 24, 2023, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident near her home. She was born June 25, 1961 in Colorado Springs, Colorado, to the late Thomas Aaron “T.A.” Edenfield and Lavina Tuggle Edenfield. Her... - Information
- Obituary | | 27 November 2023 | 07:52
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Adrian “Henry” Purvis Jr., Cedar Grove
Adrian “Henry” Purvis Jr. passed away from a brief illness Wednesday November 22, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Adrian Henry Purvis Sr., and Evelyn Barrett Purvis. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Janice Pittman Purvis, daughter... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 November 2023 | 17:54
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Mr. Jerry L. Dawson, Vidalia
Mr. Jerry L. Dawson, age 76, of Vidalia, died peacefully at his home on Thursday, November 23, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was a native of Smiths Station, Alabama and was a 1965 graduate of Smiths Station High School. In 1966, Jerry started his career with Georgia Power, living in various... - Information
- Obituary | | 24 November 2023 | 17:52
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John Wayne “Floodlight” Floyd
John Wayne “Floodlight” Floyd, age 72, entered the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on Friday, November 10th, after a brief illness, under the care of Community Hospice of Vidalia. Born in Dublin, GA, he lived most of his life in Wayne County, graduating from Wayne County High School in 1970. He was... - Information
- Obituary | | 22 November 2023 | 16:28
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Mr. Franklin Pace, Soperton
Mr. Franklin Kenneth Pace, age 87 of Soperton, GA passed away on Tuesday morning, November 21, 2023 at Meadows Park Health & Rehabilitation in Vidalia, GA. Mr. Pace was born January 11, 1936 in Toccoa, GA to James Heisure Pace and Alice Terrell Pace. He faithfully served his country in the United... - Information
- Obituary | | 22 November 2023 | 11:16
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Mr. "Pete" Horton, Mt. Vernon
Mr. Hansel Robert “Pete” Horton, age 80, of Mt. Vernon, died Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at Community Hospice House in Vidalia after an extended illness. He was a native of Glenwood and lived there until moving to Mt. Vernon in 1961. He was owner and operator of Pete’s Garage in Mt. Vernon, was a... - Information
- Obituary | | 22 November 2023 | 10:52
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Mr. Larry Smith, Lyons
Mr. Larry Smith, age 76, of Lyons, died Monday, November 20, 2023, at his home, following an extended illness. He was a lifelong resident of Toombs County, and a 1965 graduate of Toombs Central School. He was a United States Army veteran and served in Vietnam. He worked as letter carrier with... - Information
- Obituary | | 20 November 2023 | 15:26
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Miss Mackenzie Evans
Our beloved Mackenzie Louise Evans passed on from addiction 3 years ago. She suffered in hell until November 14, 2023 when she returned to her maker. Mackenzie was a native of Vidalia. She attended Robert Toombs Christian Academy for 12 years. Mackenzie loved her young son Madden. He was her pride and... - Information
- Obituary | | 20 November 2023 | 09:22
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Mrs. Tina Cowart, Johnson Corner
Mrs. Tina Shuman Cowart, age 67, of the Johnson Corner Community, died Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia after an extended illness. She was a lifelong resident of Toombs County and attended Lyons Senior High School. She and her late husband were owners of... - Information
- Obituary | | 17 November 2023 | 10:19
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Church Calendar
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December 24--Christmas Eve Candlelight Service in Vidalia
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. - Information
- Church Event | | 28 November 2023 | 12:07
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December 10--Christmas Celebration in Vidalia
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. - Information
- Church Event | | 28 November 2023 | 12:04
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December 2-3--Concert with Orchestra in Vidalia
December 2-3--The Choirs of Vidalia Cornerstone & Vidalia Presbyterian Churches invite you to REJOICE! "Your Light Has Come", December 2nd and 3rd at 6:00 in the Vidalia Cornerstone Church Sanctuary. The music features an Orchestra. - Information
- Church Event | | 20 November 2023 | 12:25
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November 30--Engage Luncheon in Vidalia
November 30--The Woven Women’s Ministry of First Baptist Church in Vidalia is hosting their monthly Engage Luncheon, Thursday November 30th from 12:00 to 1:00 featuring guest speaker Kim Garvin. The event is catered and the deadline to order the $5 lunch is November 27th. Sign up online at fbcvidalia.org or call the Church Office. - Information
- Church Event | | 09 November 2023 | 12:14
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