The Jenkins family poses for a photo on Morgan County football’s Senior Night last season. CONTRIBUTED
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Georgia’s 2026 Teacher of the Year is Rachel Kinsaul, an agricultural science teacher at MCHS. COURTESY OF GEORGIA DOE
Georgia TOTY Kinsaul to lead Statewide Day of Service
Skyla Morris
Georgia 2026 Teacher of the Year Rachel Kinsaul is planning to lead a statewide Day of Service for students on March 18. The Morgan County High School agricultural science teacher is encouraging schools and districts across the state to participate in the initiative.
Thursday, January 29, 2026
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MCSS Class of 2025 CTAE students have 100% graduation rate
Skyla Morris
Morgan County Charter Schools recently revealed a major milestone from the class of 2025, the school district’s largest graduating class to date. The recent senior class held a 100% graduation rate among students enrolled in the school’s Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) program.
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Morgan County senior Jatavious Ward (middle) is preparing to take a trip to Columbus to record his new documentary. His football teammates Harrison Mitchell (left) and Carter Mitchell (right), are tagging along to help him conduct interviews. CONTRIBUTED
Local teen to produce documentary for food pantry
Skyla Morris
Madison resident Jatavious Ward has spent the past two years running his photography and videography business, “JIT Productions,” covering various areas, including athletic events and weddings.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
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Morgan County FCA hosts Fields of Faith
Skyla Morris
Morgan County’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes hosted its annual “Fields of Faith” event on Nov. 5. The free event took place on the Morgan County High School softball field, with a large crowd of community members of all ages in attendance.
Friday, November 14, 2025
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Morgan County High School holds Homecoming 2025 festivities
Skyla Morris
Morgan County High School celebrated Homecoming Week with a parade and a pep rally on Friday, Sept. 12, a few hours prior to the Dogs’ matchup with Cedar Shoals High School.
Thursday, September 18, 2025
L-R: Karen Peters, MCHS students Lacey Blevins, Julia Maddox, Blake Sampson, Catie Malcome, Maggie Rogers, and MCHS art teacher Kristin Chandler attended the MAG’s Student Art Exhibition reception on Aug. 21. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff
Madison Artists Guild celebrates works of MCHS students
Skyla Morris
Madison Artists Guild (MAG) is showcasing work from Morgan County students as a part of the High School’s 2025 Student Art Exhibition. The art gallery features a collection of pieces from 37 students, and will remain on display until Sept 5.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Rachel Kinsaul
Kinsaul named Georgia Teacher of the Year
News Staff
Rachel Kinsaul, an agricultural science teacher at Morgan County High School, is the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year. State School Superintendent Richard Woods made the announcement at a banquet held May 30 at Lanier Islands to celebrate all District Teachers of the Year.
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Morgan County’s Class of 2025 sings the alma mater shortly after receiving their diplomas. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff
Morgan County bids farewell to the Class of 2025
Skyla Morris
Morgan County High School held its graduation ceremony for the Class of 2025 on May 23 at Bill Corry Stadium in Madison. Two hundred fifty-seven graduating seniors received their diplomas at the ceremony, with friends and family celebrating in the stands.
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Morgan County High School junior Addison Hilsman won the Georgia Foundational Leadership & Entrepreneur X-perience competition earlier this month and took home a $10,000 prize. CONTRIBUTED
Hilsman wins state entrepreneurship competition
Hannah Barron
Morgan County High School junior Addison Hilsman is $10,000 richer after winning the Georgia Foundational Leadership & Entrepreneur X-perience (FLEX) competition.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025