
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
...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
...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
...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
...An elementary school student in Johnson County was found in possession of an air gun on campus Wednesday morning according to reports from the Johnson County School System.
Superintendent Dr. Christopher Watkins said that the student was removed from the school and the air gun secured by the
...History was made Tuesday when the figures from the election were tallied when it was declared that Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms, the former Mayor of Atlanta, is going to be the next Governor of the State of Georgia.
Although the numbers aren’t yet official, with all but a few counties reporting around
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Monday, Toombs County Family Connection kicked off its 5th Annual This Girl Can! workshop series at Southeastern Technical College!
"This exciting program introduces middle school girls to traditionally male-dominated career pathways, encouraging them to explore new opportunities and discover
A Wilcox County man with ties to Johnson County has been convicted in Federal Court of possessing dogs for animal fighting. Bernard Wallace, age 54, of Rochelle, was sentenced last week to three years and one month in prison and ordered to pay a $4,000 fine after pleading guilty to 40 counts of
...The penny collected on each dollar through the Transportation Investment Act is paying recognizable dividends in the Heart of Georgia.
On Monday, the Georgia Department of Transportation highlights several projects in the area in an online publication that are either completed, in progress, or in
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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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The Georgia Southern-East Georgia Golden Eagles men took down Brewton-Parker, 78-70, on Saturday night.
Georgia Southern-East Georgia (3-2, 0-0 CAC)
FG%: 57.1
3PT%: 37.5
FT%: 65.0
Brewton-Parker (0-2, 0-0 SSAC)
FG%: 41.2
3PT%: 16.7
FT%: 62.5
This one was an all-out war as the Golden Eagles took on the
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Vidalia High School is hosting the 2026 GHSA Region Cheerleading Competition on Saturday, November 7! Thirty-six teams, representing Division A and Division 2A, from across Georgia will compete in three events beginning at 10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.
The Vidalia Indians take the floor
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The Vidalia High School Indian Cross Country team brought home hardware and state championship berths following an outstanding performance at the Region 2-AA Championship and sectional meets. Highlighted by impressive top-ten finishes and a wave of personal-record performances, the Indians secured a
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The Vidalia Indians softball team put together an unforgettable postseason run at the GHSA State Elite Eight in Columbus, battling through the elimination bracket after an opening-game loss to earn a spot in the Class AA State Championship Game. The Indians won four consecutive elimination games,
...November 2-- Here is the sports schedule and scores for this week
Monday, November 2
Tuesday, November 3
Wednesday, November 4
Thursday, November 5
Football: Bulldogs Live 7:06pm (News Talk Sports WVOP-FM 105.3)
Friday, November 6
Football: Vidalia at Swainsboro 7:30pm (WTCQ, 97.7 FM, Classic
...The Treutlen Vikings pounded out 352 yards rushing Friday night as they knocked off the Hawkinsville Red Devils at Bobby Gentry Stadium by a score of 41-7. Senior running back Za’Kian “Peanut” Tobler scored five touchdowns on 19 carries on the night. It was the Vikings first victory against
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High School Scoreboard – October 30th
Class AAA
11 Appling Co. "Pirates" @ Toombs Co. "Bulldogs" 7 F
6 Islands "Sharks" @ Pierce Co. "Bears" 48 F
0 Tattnall Co. "Battle Creek Warriors" @ Brantley Co. "Herons" 26 F
32 Johnson Savannah "Atom Smashers" @ Beach "Bulldogs" 61 F
Class AA
48 Dublin
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The top-ranked Toombs County Bulldogs continued their dominant 2026 campaign Friday night, improving to a perfect 8-0 with a convincing 62-0 victory over the Johnson High Atomsmashers in front of a packed home crowd at The Pit.
The Bulldogs wasted little time putting points on the scoreboard, and
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This year’s Christmas Parade application is now available: https://downtownvidalia.org/events/christmas-parade/ Application deadline is November 20th.
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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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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Frederick "Keith" Graham, age 69, of Crystal River, Florida, peacefully departed this earthly life on October 10, 2026. Keith lived a life defined by honor, duty, and an unwavering commitment to protecting others. He proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Marine Corps...
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.
November 14--East Park Cemetery needs your help for the Monthly Cemetery Cleaning, Saturday November 14th at 10:00. Together. Respectfully. Forever.
November 8--Liberty Baptist Church would like you help in Honoring Hometown Heroes, Sunday November 11th at 11:00. Veterans, current military, all First Responders, Medical Personnel and Correctional Officers
November 8--Nepsey Warren United Methodist Church in Ailey would like you to come Celebrate 154 Years of Faith, Heritage and Service, Sunday November 8th at 10:00 with guest speaker Rev. Dr. Marvin Howard.
November 8--Snowhill Community Church, 864 Snowhill Church Road in Glenwood, cordially invites you to their Old Fashion Day Celebration, Sunday November 8th with special guest Heaven's Tradition from Douglas. Dinner served after service. Singing in the afternoon. No evening service. Meet The Staff

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