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Morgan County senior Davis Strickland (4) celebrates with teammates after retiring Pierce County in order in the top of the seventh inning of Game 2, securing the state championship for the Bulldogs. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County senior Davis Strickland (4) celebrates with teammates after retiring Pierce County in order in the top of the seventh inning of Game 2, securing the state championship for the Bulldogs. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

DOGS ON TOP! Morgan County sweeps Pierce County for first-ever state baseball title

Lance McCurley
STATESBORO - For the first time in program history, the Morgan County Bulldogs are state champions.No. 2 seed Morgan County swept top-seeded Pierce County in the GHSA Class 2A championship series at J.I. Clements Stadium, clinching the title with a dominant 9-0 victory in Game 2 on May 25.The…
A chain hangs from the overturned Nissan as Hurt’s Towing prepares to remove it from the woods at the end of East Sumter Street Monday. LYNN HOBBS/ Staff

A chain hangs from the overturned Nissan as Hurt’s Towing prepares to remove it from the woods at the end of East Sumter Street Monday. LYNN HOBBS/ Staff

Stolen car crashes while fleeing police

Lynn Hobbs
A man accused of fleeing authorities after allegedly committing a crime in Washington County hit a dead end in Eatonton on Monday.Trabian Pass, 35, of Lawrenceville, is being held in the Putnam County Jail on charges of felony theft by receiving stolen property, two counts of fleeing or attempting…
Candees A. Hadley

Candees A. Hadley

Donuts, a tractor and a wrestling match lead to arrest

T. Michael Stone
Morgan County deputies arrested a woman on May 16 after authorities say she stole a tractor, passed out inside a man’s home, and later got into a wrestling match with another woman.Candees Alexis Hadley, 35, of Laton, is charged with theft by taking and criminal property damage.According to reports…
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Hersey, Ray, Olson win GOP nominations for BOC

Josh Lurie
The Putnam County Board of Commissioners was set to have a new look in 2027, regardless of the election, as Chairman Bill Sharp and Commissioner Jeff Wooten chose not to run for re-election.After the results were counted Tuesday night, the three candidates who campaigned together for change will…
The Jazz Legacy Project opened its tribute to Louis Armstrong with “Bourbon Street Parade.” LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

The Jazz Legacy Project opened its tribute to Louis Armstrong with “Bourbon Street Parade.” LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

JLP presents music of Louis Armstrong

Leigh Lofgren
The Jazz Legacy Project (JLP) returned to Greensboro’s historic Festival Hall on May 14, with a tribute concert celebrating the music and life of jazz legend Louis Armstrong.Opening with “Bourbon Street Parade,” JLP featured guest vocalist, trumpeter, and composer Michael Cruse performing alongside…
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Moonlight on Main brings community together

News Staff
Downtown Greensboro’s first Moonlight on Main concert of the summer brought the community together for a night full of music, dancing, shopping, and family fun in the heart of downtown Greensboro.Families, friends, and visitors filled the streets to enjoy live music, food vendors, face painting for…
The Plaza Arts Center’s summer camp offerings demonstrate how arts education can inspire creativity, encourage teamwork, and help young people grow in confidence. CONTRIBUTED

The Plaza Arts Center’s summer camp offerings demonstrate how arts education can inspire creativity, encourage teamwork, and help young people grow in confidence. CONTRIBUTED

Summer camp fun for young artists at The Plaza

News Staff
Families looking for enriching summer activities for children and teens will find a wide range of creative opportunities this summer at The Plaza Arts Center in downtown Eatonton.First up is Camp Broadway, held June 1-5 in partnership with The Arts Barn. Designed for rising 3rd through 8th graders…
Ronda Rich/Columnist

Ronda Rich/Columnist

Rich: The thief

Ronda Rich
The email from my literary agent popped up. He is the wonderful man who first believed in me without having read a single line I had written.He is one of the most respected agents in New York City, and it is that uncanny instinct—part gut, part marketing intuition—that has made him so well regarded…
Greene County residents Dana and Dr. Pablo Santamaria (center, with scissors and bow) opened InMotion Wellness initially based on Pablo’s exposure to the benefits of targeted, assisted stretching after undergoing an operation to correct a painful back condition. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Greene County residents Dana and Dr. Pablo Santamaria (center, with scissors and bow) opened InMotion Wellness initially based on Pablo’s exposure to the benefits of targeted, assisted stretching after undergoing an operation to correct a painful back condition. IAN TOCHER/Staff

InMotion Wellness Studio stretches for success

Ian Tocher
Just a few weeks after opening its doors in Lake Country, InMotion Wellness Studio is already seeing strong demand for its assisted stretching therapy and recovery services.InMotion Wellness is owned by Greene County residents Dana and Dr. Pablo Santamaria, who said the business grew out of both…
Morgan County quarterback Bryce Blasingame (9) scrambles out of the pocke in an attempt to rush for a first down. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County quarterback Bryce Blasingame (9) scrambles out of the pocke in an attempt to rush for a first down. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Dogs scrimmage Walnut Grove to wrap up spring

Skyla Morris
Morgan County wrapped up its spring football slate on May 14, hosting Walnut Grove for a scrimmage.The Thursday night matchup between the Bulldogs and Warriors gave several new faces a chance to showcase their potential ahead of the 2026 season.Morgan County head coach Clint Jenkins said he was…
Morgan County sophomore Brayden Burke (2) was an All-Region first-team selection. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County sophomore Brayden Burke (2) was an All-Region first-team selection. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan soccer teams rack up All-Region honors

Lance McCurley
The Morgan County soccer programs continued to earn recognition for their strong 2026 campaigns, with multiple boys' and girls' players earning spots on the All-Region 2-2A teams.The Bulldogs placed three players on the All-Region first team, led by goalkeeper Sylas Hulsey, forward Ashland Outlaw…
Methamphetamine packaged for distribution, scales, marijuana, two fake handguns, one real handgun and some hollow-point ammunition were seized during a recent traffic stop that led to the arrest of an Eatonton man. CONTRIBUTED/PCSO

Methamphetamine packaged for distribution, scales, marijuana, two fake handguns, one real handgun and some hollow-point ammunition were seized during a recent traffic stop that led to the arrest of an Eatonton man. CONTRIBUTED/PCSO

Suspected meth trafficker arrested

Lynn Hobbs
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Body An Eatonton man was arrested earlier this week by deputies with the Putnam...
Morgan County senior Davis Strickland (4) celebrates with teammates after retiring Pierce County in order in the top of the seventh inning of Game 2, securing the state championship for the Bulldogs. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County senior Davis Strickland (4) celebrates with teammates after retiring Pierce County in order in the top of the seventh inning of Game 2, securing the state championship for the Bulldogs. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

DOGS ON TOP! Morgan County sweeps Pierce County for first-ever state baseball title

Monday, May 25, 2026

STATESBORO - For the first time in program history, the Morgan County Bulldogs are state champions.No. 2 seed Morgan County swept top-seeded Pierce County in the GHSA Class 2A championship series at J.I. Clements Stadium, clinching the title with a dominant 9-0 victory in Game 2 on May 25.

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A chain hangs from the overturned Nissan as Hurt’s Towing prepares to remove it from the woods at the end of East Sumter Street Monday. LYNN HOBBS/ Staff

A chain hangs from the overturned Nissan as Hurt’s Towing prepares to remove it from the woods at the end of East Sumter Street Monday. LYNN HOBBS/ Staff

Stolen car crashes while fleeing police

Lynn Hobbs
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Body A man trying to escape authorities from a crime he is accused of committing in...
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Sports 

Morgan County quarterback Bryce Blasingame (9) scrambles out of the pocke in an attempt to rush for a first down. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County quarterback Bryce Blasingame (9) scrambles out of the pocke in an attempt to rush for a first down. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Dogs scrimmage Walnut Grove to wrap up spring

Skyla Morris
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Body Morgan County wrapped up its spring football slate on May 14, hosting Walnut...
Lake Oconee Academy senior Leo Inostrosa (9) was named the Region Player of the Year and was a first-team selection. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lake Oconee Academy senior Leo Inostrosa (9) was named the Region Player of the Year and was a first-team selection. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Multiple Titans earn All-Region honors

Lance McCurley
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Body The Lake Oconee Academy boys soccer team capped another successful season, with...
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Community 

The Jazz Legacy Project opened its tribute to Louis Armstrong with “Bourbon Street Parade.” LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

The Jazz Legacy Project opened its tribute to Louis Armstrong with “Bourbon Street Parade.” LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

JLP presents music of Louis Armstrong

Leigh Lofgren
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Body The Jazz Legacy Project (JLP) returned to Greensboro’s historic Festival Hall on...
The Plaza Arts Center’s summer camp offerings demonstrate how arts education can inspire creativity, encourage teamwork, and help young people grow in confidence. CONTRIBUTED

The Plaza Arts Center’s summer camp offerings demonstrate how arts education can inspire creativity, encourage teamwork, and help young people grow in confidence. CONTRIBUTED

Summer camp fun for young artists at The Plaza

News Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Body Families looking for enriching summer activities for children and teens will...
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