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Georgia economy to grow in 2025 but more slowly

Dave Williams
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Georgia’s economy will continue growing next year, but at a slower rate than in 2024, the dean of the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business said Friday.The state’s economy is projected to grow by 2.4% in 2025, down from 3.
The Rutledge Depot and Library will receive renovations and upgrades. CONTRIBUTED

The Rutledge Depot and Library will receive renovations and upgrades. CONTRIBUTED

Rutledge depot to close for renovations

Staff Report
Thursday, December 5, 2024
The Rutledge Community Depot and Library will enter 2025 with new flooring, ceiling tiles, repaired windows, and other upgrades.
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Madison mulls purchase of street sweeper

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, December 5, 2024
The City of Madison has always contracted out street sweeping services, but that practice may be about to end if the council decides it is time to purchase its own sweeper.
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Madison CVB asks to close Monday through Wednesday

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, December 5, 2024
For the last several years, Madison’s downtown welcome center on East Jefferson Street has been open 360 days a year, closing only on Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
U.S. Rep. Mike Collins presents Sheriff Robert Markley (left) with a flag that was flown over the U.S. Capitol in honor of his time serving Morgan County. CONTRIBUTED

U.S. Rep. Mike Collins presents Sheriff Robert Markley (left) with a flag that was flown over the U.S. Capitol in honor of his time serving Morgan County. CONTRIBUTED

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Retiring Sheriff Markley recognized at U.S. Capitol

Hannah Barron
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Morgan County Sheriff Robert Markley was recognized by the U.S. Capitol this week as he prepares to turn in his badge.U.S. Rep. Mike Collins, whose district includes Morgan County, visited the sheriff’s office Monday and presented Markley with a flag that was flown over the U.S.
Terrance Banks has left the Greene County High School football program after three consecutive home playoff berths. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Terrance Banks has left the Greene County High School football program after three consecutive home playoff berths. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Banks no longer head coach at Greene County

Lance McCurley
Thursday, December 5, 2024
After three seasons, Terrance Banks is out as the head football coach at Greene County High School.Rumors surfaced on social media before Thanksgiving Break that Banks was no longer with the program, but on Dec. 2, the Lake Oconee News confirmed the news with GCHS athletic director Chad Smith.
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Residents raise concerns about animal control

Hannah Barron
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Residents’ concerns about animal control dominated the Board of Commissioners' Nov. 19 meeting, with many asking the commissioners for more help finding “forever homes” for Morgan County’s furry friends.Shannon Logan said she recently found two young indoor cats that were dumped out of a vehicle.
Dion Roy Evans

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Two men caught with stolen car and trailer

T. Michael Stone
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
On Nov. 18, a Greene County deputy arrested two men on multiple charges after his preliminary investigation revealed that neither of them owned the truck they were driving, the trailer they were pulling, or the car on the trailer.Dion Roy Evans, 30, of 1597 Terry Mill Rd.
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