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Greene County’s Tiger Stadium is shaping up to be one of the finest venues in the state. (JASON EASLEY/Staff)

Greene County’s Tiger Stadium is shaping up to be one of the finest venues in the state. (JASON EASLEY/Staff)

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Greene BOE spends $549K on marquee, scoreboard

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, June 27, 2024
The Greene County Board of Education took out its checkbook during its June 20 meeting and spent approximately $2,324,000, with the lion’s share going to materials for the new Greene County Elementary School and enhancements for Tiger Stadium.
Heather Harris was recently named the new advertising manager at Smith Communications. (CONTRIBUTED)

Heather Harris was recently named the new advertising manager at Smith Communications. (CONTRIBUTED)

Harris named SCI advertising manager

Lynn Hobbs
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Smith Communications Inc. proudly announces Heather Harris as its new advertising manager.CEO and Publisher A. Mark Smith named Harris to the position on June 17, saying she will oversee revenue production for all of Smith Communications’ publications and projects.
Shanita Wright, director of nutrition for Greene County Schools helps deliver meals to local families in need. The Greene County School Nutrition Department has distributed more than 6,400 meals this month alone. (CONTRIBUTED)

Shanita Wright, director of nutrition for Greene County Schools helps deliver meals to local families in need. The Greene County School Nutrition Department has distributed more than 6,400 meals this month alone. (CONTRIBUTED)

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GCSS, Atlas partner to feed kids for summer

Skyla Morris
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Throughout June, the Greene County School System’s Summer Feeding Program provided free meals to underserved community families.The seasonal program runs annually after the regular school year ends, and breakfast and lunch are available to children up to 18 years old.
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Lake Oconee News/File Photo

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Crime Reports (6/21/24)

News Staff
Thursday, June 20, 2024
MORGAN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICEA Morgan County deputy was dispatched to an Apalachee Woods Trail address on June 12 regarding a reported fraud. The case in under investigation.
City Manager Autron Hayes discussed updates from the water department during Monday night’s meeting. He provided the information in the absence of the department’s supervisor, Josh Thompson. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

City Manager Autron Hayes discussed updates from the water department during Monday night’s meeting. He provided the information in the absence of the department’s supervisor, Josh Thompson. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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Hayes updates Water Department changes

Skyla Morris
Thursday, June 20, 2024
At a brief meeting Monday night, Greensboro City Council discussed updates on many ongoing community concerns, including the water department and the appointment of three new members to the Historic Preservation Committee.
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Lake Oconee News/File Photo

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New elementary school on schedule despite interference

Bailey Mccully
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Superintendent Derick Austin updated the Board of Education during their monthly work session on Tuesday about the new elementary school.According to Austin, underground utilities and plumbing have begun to be installed.
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Lake Oconee News/File Photo

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Madison City Council approves budget for FY2025

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, June 20, 2024
The City of Madison adopted its budget for FY2025 at its meeting on June 17.Madison City Manager John Klimm and Finance Director Karen Stapp presented the FY2025 budget to Mayor Fred Perriman and council members on May 17. The council voted to adopt it precisely one month later.
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Lake Oconee News/File Photo

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Hooks wins MOCO Republican race for sheriff

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, June 20, 2024
The votes are in, and both winners may surprise some people.Former Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office Captain Tyler Hooks has defeated Capt. Joseph Pritchett of the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office for the Republican spot on the ticket in the general election this November.
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