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Woman arrested for allegedly stabbing husband

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, May 29, 2025
A Greene County woman was arrested May 23 after allegedly stabbing her husband four times, according to Greene County Sheriff Donnie Harrison.Elizabeth Wood Hall, 46, faces charges of aggravated assault in the wake of the incident.
Several leaders from Madison and Loganville pay tribute to fallen soldiers as “Taps” plays near the ceremony’s conclusion. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Several leaders from Madison and Loganville pay tribute to fallen soldiers as “Taps” plays near the ceremony’s conclusion. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Town Park hosts 27th annual Ride For America ceremony

Skyla Morris
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Madison’s American Legion Calvin George Post 37, alongside Loganville’s Post 233, hosted the 27th annual Ride for America on Memorial Day, May 26. Three hundred motorcyclists made the trip from Loganville’s Post 233 to Madison Town Park for the ceremony.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Residents respond to Lake Oconee Estates lawsuit

Hannah Barron
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Residents living near Veazey Connector are upset with a lawsuit filed three weeks ago by Lake Oconee Estates & Beach Club against Greene County involving the Board of Commissioners’ denial of a rezoning request.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Putnam HFH announces Carter Crossing project

Ian Tocher
Thursday, May 29, 2025
During a luncheon held on May 20 at Barrel 118 in Eatonton, Habitat for Humanity of Putnam County announced the development of Carter Crossing, located in the Twin Bridges area of Putnam County, off Avant Road.
The Morgan County Board of Education recognized its 2025 Support Persons of the Year during its May 12 meeting, including (l-r) Morgan County High School’s Sheryl Carr, Morgan County Middle School’s Kelly Whitlock, Morgan County Elementary School’s Earleen Foster, and Morgan County Primary School’s Melba Williams. HANNAH BARRON/Staff

The Morgan County Board of Education recognized its 2025 Support Persons of the Year during its May 12 meeting, including (l-r) Morgan County High School’s Sheryl Carr, Morgan County Middle School’s Kelly Whitlock, Morgan County Elementary School’s Earleen Foster, and Morgan County Primary School’s Melba Williams. HANNAH BARRON/Staff

Morgan County BOE recognizes staff; approves tentative FY26 budget

Hannah Barron
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Several Morgan County teachers and staff members were celebrated during the Morgan County Board of Education’s May 12 meeting.The 2025 Teachers of the Year (TOTY) and Support Persons of the Year (SPOTY) were recognized.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Morgan County BOC discusses proposed $49.6M FY26 budget

Skyla Morris
Thursday, May 22, 2025
The Morgan County Board of Commissioners discussed a broad agenda of concerns during its May 20 meeting. The FY26 budget was the primary focus of the meeting, with the board showcasing the budget proposal to the public.The FY26 budget report proposes a total budget of approximately $49.
Community members gathered May 13 for the unveiling of benches dedicated in memory of middle school students Avett Jackson and Bennett Rabern who tragically lost their lives in an ATV accident in January. CONTRIBUTED

Community members gathered May 13 for the unveiling of benches dedicated in memory of middle school students Avett Jackson and Bennett Rabern who tragically lost their lives in an ATV accident in January. CONTRIBUTED

Memorial benches dedicated to Avett Jackson, Bennett Rabern

Lance McCurley
Thursday, May 22, 2025
A pair of memorial benches were unveiled at Tracy Brown Field to honor Avett Jackson and Bennett Rabern, two Morgan County Middle School students who tragically lost their lives in an ATV accident earlier this year.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Greensboro discusses future city hall plans

Skyla Morris
Thursday, May 22, 2025
The Greensboro City Council is poised for significant changes this year, as it moves forward with plans to implement a new city hall.In their brief regular session on May 19, the city council discussed plans to demolish the current city hall on North Main Street.
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