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LOA Senior Lynn Nation and junior Chandler Clark took part in organizing the school’s blood donation program earlier this year, and both received a $500 scholarship from Red Cross. CONTRIBUTED

LOA Senior Lynn Nation and junior Chandler Clark took part in organizing the school’s blood donation program earlier this year, and both received a $500 scholarship from Red Cross. CONTRIBUTED

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LOA students earn Red Cross scholarships

Skyla Morris
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Lake Oconee Academy recently recognized two high school students for their efforts in coordinating the school’s blood drive earlier this year. The two Beta Club members, junior Chandler Clark and senior Lynn Nation, each received a $500 Red Cross scholarship in recognition of the event’s success.
County Commission District 4 candidate Jennifer Ray reads a prepared statement Sunday afternoon in downtown Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/Staff

County Commission District 4 candidate Jennifer Ray reads a prepared statement Sunday afternoon in downtown Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Quarry protest rocks Putnam courthouse

Ian Tocher
Thursday, August 13, 2026
About two dozen opponents of a proposed granite quarry on Dennis Station Road endured hot, humid conditions Sunday, Aug. 9, as they took their months-long protest to the steps of the Putnam County Courthouse.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

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Neighborhood bar fined $17,000 by U.S. Court

Lynn Hobbs
Thursday, August 13, 2026
A neighborhood hangout known for its pool tables, karaoke nights, live bands and cold beer has been ordered to pay more than $17,000 for copyright violations, according to court records.Broadcast Music Inc.
Morgan County Director of Planning and Development Chuck Jarrell spoke to the Madison City Council during its July 31 work session about the county’s 120-day moratorium on data centers and the potential impact of the facilities on water, electricity and other local resources. CONTRIBUTED

Morgan County Director of Planning and Development Chuck Jarrell spoke to the Madison City Council during its July 31 work session about the county’s 120-day moratorium on data centers and the potential impact of the facilities on water, electricity and other local resources. CONTRIBUTED

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Madison, Morgan County prepare for possible data centers

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, August 6, 2026
The Madison City Council hosted Morgan County leaders at its July 31 work session to discuss the looming issue of data centers and the potential impact they could have on both government entities in the months and years ahead.
Thao Nguyen, a sophomore at UGA and Mae Daniel, a GCSU graduate student, spent their summer as interns with The Wheelhouse, assessing the needs of small business owners in Madison. CONTRIBUTED

Thao Nguyen, a sophomore at UGA and Mae Daniel, a GCSU graduate student, spent their summer as interns with The Wheelhouse, assessing the needs of small business owners in Madison. CONTRIBUTED

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Wheelhouse interns share experience assessing businesses

Skyla Morris
Thursday, August 6, 2026
The Wheelhouse, a Madison-based nonprofit organization, is known for helping local entrepreneurs grow their small businesses in Morgan County.This summer, two college students joined the organization as interns to assess the needs of local entrepreneurs and their businesses.
Malik J. Worthen

Malik J. Worthen

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Milledgeville man arrested for assault

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, August 6, 2026
A Milledgeville man was arrested July 27 on multiple charges after allegedly kicking a pregnant woman in the stomach.Malik Ja’ron Worthen, 2215 Leo Court, has been charged with aggravated assault, cruelty to children and theft by taking.
The families of Bennett Rabern and Avett Jackson did the honors of cutting the ribbon for the Rabern-Jackson Memorial Garden July 30 at Morgan County Middle School. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

The families of Bennett Rabern and Avett Jackson did the honors of cutting the ribbon for the Rabern-Jackson Memorial Garden July 30 at Morgan County Middle School. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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MCMS dedicates Memorial Garden to Bennett Rabern, Avett Jackson

Skyla Morris
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Morgan County Charter Schools officially dedicated the Rabern-Jackson Memorial Garden on July 30 with a public ceremony after more than a year of planning.The Thursday morning ceremony took place in the newly dedicated space, adjacent to the Morgan County Middle School front entrance.
Amiyr Mohone

Amiyr Mohone

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Deputy involved in two high-speed pursuits

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Morgan County Deputy Samuel Hutto was involved in two pursuits within a matter of days after attempting to conduct traffic stops for what initially appeared to be minor violations.
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