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Lake Oconee News/File Photo

EMS crossing needed if SR 44 plan is implemented

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, May 16, 2024
As the Georgia Department of Transportation project to widen SR 44 in Putnam and Greene counties continues to evolve, a new wrinkle emerged during a public information meeting held at the Putnam County Administration Building on May 7.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Crime Reports (5/10/24)

News Staff
Thursday, May 9, 2024
MORGAN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICEA Morgan County deputy was dispatched to the Public Safety Complex on April 29 regarding a theft complaint.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

LOA, GCSS make progress in ongoing dispute

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Both sides put aside at least one disagreement in the ongoing battle between the Greene County Board of Education and Lake Oconee Academy following LOA’s most recent Board of Governor’s meeting held at the school on May 6.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Kemp signs controversial election law changes

Dave Williams
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Gov. Brian Kemp has wrapped up the annual bill-signing season by putting his signature to a package of election law changes backed by Republicans but criticized by Democrats and voting-rights advocates.
Mayor Williams has nominated Autron Hayes to be the next city manager of Greensboro. Hayes is currently the city manager in Sylvester. (CONTRIBUTED)

Mayor Williams has nominated Autron Hayes to be the next city manager of Greensboro. Hayes is currently the city manager in Sylvester. (CONTRIBUTED)

Greensboro mayor nominates new city manager

Mark Engel
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Greensboro Mayor Corey Williams nominated Autron Hayes Monday night as the new city manager. Hayes is currently the city manager of Sylvester, a city in southwest Georgia.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

City of Madison updated on transparency

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Most of the Madison City Council work session on May 3 was devoted to a refresher course on Georgia’s open meetings and open records laws, facilitated by Rusi Patel of the Georgia Municipal Association.
Residents, business owners and community leaders attended the GDOT open house at the Putnam County Administration building on Tuesday, May 7 to see the latest plans for the widening of Highway 44. The project could start early next year. (MARK ENGEL/Staff)

Residents, business owners and community leaders attended the GDOT open house at the Putnam County Administration building on Tuesday, May 7 to see the latest plans for the widening of Highway 44. The project could start early next year. (MARK ENGEL/Staff)

Little new presented in Highway 44 widening

Mark Engel
Thursday, May 9, 2024
There was an armed guard at the Putnam County Administration building Tuesday evening, but there were no demonstrations, sit-down protests, gunfire, or food fights.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Crime Reports (5/3/24)

News Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024
MORGAN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICEVernon Robinson, 45, of Madison, was arrested on April 25 on a probation violation warrant out of Walton County.A Morgan County deputy was dispatched to the Rutledge Crossing service station on April 25 regarding a gas driveoff.
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

LOA priority enrollment questions clarified

Maureen Stratton
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Greene County voters will make decisions during early voting and the May 21 Republican Primary to shape the future. Still, the three contests for seats on the Board of Education may have less impact locally.Dr. Perry Lee was appointed BOE chairman in 2023 when Michael Lynch retired. Dr.
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