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Six arrested for death of Greene County man

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, April 23, 2026
A White Plains man was obliterated in Winder on April 14, according to the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office.Forty-year-old Casey Watts of White Plains was found unconscious and not breathing by deputies after a resident reported that Watts pulled up to his home and said he had been beaten and robbed.
Nancy Bell, Chip Bell, and Lyn Romine played major roles in bringing The Smithsonian Institution’s “Voices & Votes: Democracy in America” traveling exhibit to Eatonton. They recently led docent training for the event, too. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Nancy Bell, Chip Bell, and Lyn Romine played major roles in bringing The Smithsonian Institution’s “Voices & Votes: Democracy in America” traveling exhibit to Eatonton. They recently led docent training for the event, too. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Smithsonian exhibit ready in Eatonton

Ian Tocher
Thursday, April 23, 2026
What began as an idea last summer has evolved into a source of hope earlier this year and is now a reality.
Charles Becht

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Man arrested after firing in direction of fisherman

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, April 23, 2026
A White Plains man was arrested April 17 after he fired a gun several times in the direction of fishermen jugging for catfish on Lake Oconee.Charles Eugene Becht, 72, of 1151 White Oak Dr., now faces charges on six counts of reckless conduct.
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Downtown Madison mixed-use development plans rejected again

Skyla Morris
Thursday, April 23, 2026
The Madison City Council met for its monthly regular session on April 13 and further discussed variances regarding MAD Hospitality owner Preston Snyder’s plans to rebuild the portion of his business destroyed in a fire last year.
Robert “Buster” Williams addressed Eatonton City Council last Tuesday, making his case to drop added “blight taxes” from his tax bill for a building he owns on East Marion Street where it intersects with North Maple Avenue. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Robert “Buster” Williams addressed Eatonton City Council last Tuesday, making his case to drop added “blight taxes” from his tax bill for a building he owns on East Marion Street where it intersects with North Maple Avenue. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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City council hears tax dispute, approves local projects

Ian Tocher
Thursday, April 16, 2026
The Eatonton City Council held a relatively short scheduled meeting on April 7, hearing a citizen’s tax dispute, approving business items, and advancing community events and infrastructure efforts. It then entered an executive session to discuss real estate matters before ending the meeting.
This annual celebration invites residents and visitors alike to experience a lively mix of Southern culture, entertainment, and small-town hospitality. CONTRIBUTED

This annual celebration invites residents and visitors alike to experience a lively mix of Southern culture, entertainment, and small-town hospitality. CONTRIBUTED

Southland Jubilee celebrates 26 years of family fun

News Staff
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Downtown Greensboro is gearing up for one of its most beloved traditions as the Southland Jubilee returns this Saturday for its 26th year, bringing a full day of fun, food, and festivities to the heart of the community.
Ken McCord in front of the former Oconee Brewing Company, now being launched as Barrel & Rail. MAUREEN STRATTON/Staff

Ken McCord in front of the former Oconee Brewing Company, now being launched as Barrel & Rail. MAUREEN STRATTON/Staff

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Historic Greensboro building reopens as ‘Barrel and Rail’

Maureen Stratton
Thursday, April 16, 2026
A historic downtown building in Greensboro is getting a new lease on life as a modern event venue, marking another step in the city’s ongoing revitalization efforts.
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