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With steady rain falling, Gatewood head coach Jeff Ratliff (right, black jacket) addresses his team at midfield after a disappointing 30-17 loss last Friday to the visiting Windsor Academy Knights, from Macon.

Missed opportunities prove costly for Gators

Story And Photo By Ian Tocher

Thursday, October 15, 2026

Gatewood had its chances to take control last Friday night in a rain-soaked Homecoming matchup against Windsor Academy.

Fred Barber

Loran Smith

Thursday, October 15, 2026

When someone leaves this old world, it’s always uplifting to realize his was a life well lived, and I can think of no one who had a more fulfilling life than Fred Barber.Fred was an accomplished, multifaceted person who found a way to excel and enjoy the benefits of his profession while still...

Dawgs prepare for familiar challenge against Crimson Tide

Skyla Morris

Thursday, October 8, 2026

The Georgia Bulldogs had another successful week at home Oct. 3, defeating the Vanderbilt Commodores 38-14 and marking their fifth straight win by 20 or more points this season.One month into the season, UGA prepares to hit the road Oct. 10 to face the also-undefeated Alabama Crimson Tide.The 7:30...

Georgia tight end Elyiss Williams hauls in a pass leading to a score against the Commodores in Athens Saturday. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Bulldogs dispose of Commodores, zero in on Saturday against The Tide

Brad Harrison

Thursday, October 8, 2026

ATHENS – At long last, the focus now turns to Alabama.Georgia continued to handle its opposition mostly as expected on Saturday at Sanford Stadium, overcoming some defensive toe-stubbing in the first half before pulling away to defeat Vanderbilt 38-14 behind a 295-yard and three-touchdown...

Lady Titans volleyball players and head coach Chris Ingle recieve the first-place trophy following the 2A Region 4 tournament. CONTRIBUTED

Lady Titans remain hopeful for upcoming postseason run

Skyla Morris

Thursday, October 8, 2026

After a successful Oct. 2 tournament weekend at home, Lake Oconee Academy volleyball officially closes the book on a dynamic 2026 regular season and heads into the postseason with high hopes.The Lady Titans, currently 32-5 overall, finished the regular schedule with an undefeated region record and...

Luis Rodriguez (17), and Jon Funderburke (20) celebrate and signal a fumble recovery during the second quarter of last week’s game. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Titans defeat Tigers for first time in program history

Skyla Morris

Thursday, October 8, 2026

Homecoming was a night to remember for the Lake Oconee Academy Titans, who kicked off region play with cross-town rival Greene County Oct. 2.

Ray Lamb

Loran Smith

Thursday, October 8, 2026

When the final service took place last week for longtime Tigers’ football coach Ray Lamb, it was held in the Commerce stadium that bears his name.Friends statewide, mostly fellow high school coaches, attended, along with local citizens and two college head football coaches: Clay Hendrix of Furman...

Dogs senior wide receiver Cole Wesley runs past a Hebron defender in attempt to score during their Sept 25 game. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Dogs fall to Blue Devils after costly first quarter

Skyla Morris

Thursday, October 8, 2026

The Morgan County Bulldogs hit the road to Elbert County on Oct. 2, a week after claiming a dramatic home victory over Hebron Christian Academy to open region competition.

Dogs wide receiver Cole Wesley (2), celebrates his game-winning one-yard touchdown alongside running back Alex Corrias (1). SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

4th Quarter Thriller: Dogs regroup after bye to defeat Hebron Christian

Skyla Morris

Thursday, October 1, 2026

Friday night was one for the books for Morgan County (3-2), who kicked off region play on Sept. 25 by hosting back-to-back state champions Hebron Christian Academy. After two consecutive losses and a bye week, the Dogs proved themselves in a fourth-quarter thriller, defeating the Lions 30-26.

Georgia linebacker Chris Cole returns an Oklahoma fumble 85 yards for a touchdown. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Georgia’s defense turns over Sooners

Brad Harrison

Thursday, October 1, 2026

In terms of total yardage, things shook out close to even on Saturday between Georgia and Oklahoma.

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