Morgan County

The “Beneath the Surface” exhibit by Dutch artist Helene Roberts features many mixed-media pieces. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

The “Beneath the Surface” exhibit by Dutch artist Helene Roberts features many mixed-media pieces. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

´Beneath The Surface’: MAG displays new art from sculptor Helene Roberts

Leigh Lofgren
Thursday, September 4, 2025
The Madison Artists Guild (MAG) held a reception last Friday evening for sculptor Helene Roberts and her “Beneath The Surface” exhibition. The display is sponsored by the DuBose Law Firm in Madison and features 3-D mixed media.
This rendering shows part of the sprawling campus Rivian intends to build at Stanton Springs North along the Morgan-Newton county line. FILE PHOTO

This rendering shows part of the sprawling campus Rivian intends to build at Stanton Springs North along the Morgan-Newton county line. FILE PHOTO

Rivian plans celebrations; opponents still in court

Skyla Morris
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Rivian Automotive is preparing to host two celebratory events for the planned construction of a 2,000-acre manufacturing plant in Stanton Springs North, spanning Rutledge and Social Circle.
The Sinclair in downtown Madison reopened to the community on July 22, following a fire that claimed several of the building’s adjoining businesses. The cafe was affected by intense smoke and water damage as a result of the fire. CONTRIBUTED

The Sinclair in downtown Madison reopened to the community on July 22, following a fire that claimed several of the building’s adjoining businesses. The cafe was affected by intense smoke and water damage as a result of the fire. CONTRIBUTED

Downtown Madison businesses begin rebuilding following fires

Skyla Morris
Thursday, July 31, 2025
MAD Hospitality reopened The Sinclair in downtown Madison on July 22, less than two weeks after a devastating fire on July 13, which destroyed a majority of the building’s components.The company’s restaurant, Betty Gene’s, suffered significant damage from the fire and reopened as a “pop-up concept”...
Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Lake Oconee News/File Photo

Madison City Council approves FY26 budget

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, July 3, 2025
The Madison City Council approved the budget for FY2026 during a called meeting on June 27 at City Hall.According to City Manager John KIimm, the city is projecting total general fund expenditures of $6,659,375 and a total budget of $21,774,394 for the upcoming fiscal year, which reflects an...
The Georgia Safari Conservation Park celebrated one year of business on Monday, June 2, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Madison-Morgan Chamber of Commerce. JESSICA MALLOY/Contributed

The Georgia Safari Conservation Park celebrated one year of business on Monday, June 2, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Madison-Morgan Chamber of Commerce. JESSICA MALLOY/Contributed

Georgia Safari celebrates one year of operation

Skyla Morris
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Madison’s Georgia Safari Conservation Park (GSCP) celebrated its first anniversary in business on Monday, June 2.In honor of the milestone, the park hosted a brief ceremony featuring refreshments and a ribbon-cutting ceremony, which the Madison-Morgan Chamber of Commerce attended.Before the ribbon...
Several leaders from Madison and Loganville pay tribute to fallen soldiers as “Taps” plays near the ceremony’s conclusion. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Several leaders from Madison and Loganville pay tribute to fallen soldiers as “Taps” plays near the ceremony’s conclusion. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Town Park hosts 27th annual Ride For America ceremony

Skyla Morris
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Madison’s American Legion Calvin George Post 37, alongside Loganville’s Post 233, hosted the 27th annual Ride for America on Memorial Day, May 26.
Greene County Special Olympians participate in the softball throw. HANNAH BARRON/Staff

Greene County Special Olympians participate in the softball throw. HANNAH BARRON/Staff

Students celebrated at Special Olympics

Hannah Barron
Thursday, May 1, 2025
On April 17, 86 students from Morgan and Greene counties participated in the Morgan County Special Olympics held at Bill Corry Stadium.The annual event kicked off with Covenant Park Church Pastor Danny Harrell leading the opening ceremony.
This young Braves fan is delighted with his new look. T. MICHAEL STONE/Staff

This young Braves fan is delighted with his new look. T. MICHAEL STONE/Staff

MadFest returns to Madison

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Madison’s Town Park welcomed visitors from all over Lake Country and beyond on April 26 as the city held the 28th annual MadFest.Since 1997, the City of Madison has celebrated the advent of spring with this free, family-friendly event featuring spring flowers, garden plants, handmade arts and...
This runner beats the tag at home plate by an eyelash during one of the inaugural games at Morgan County’s new recreational complex. T. MICHAEL STONE/Staff

This runner beats the tag at home plate by an eyelash during one of the inaugural games at Morgan County’s new recreational complex. T. MICHAEL STONE/Staff

Play ball! Ribbon cut at new recreation facility

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Recreation facilities in Morgan County have come a long way over the past decade and took another giant leap forward last Saturday when county officials held a soft opening for the new recreation complex off Old Buckhead Road across the street from Bill Wood Park, just east of a soccer complex that...
The kitchen of the Bonner’s Triple B Restaurant was engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived. CONTRIBUTED

The kitchen of the Bonner’s Triple B Restaurant was engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived. CONTRIBUTED

Popular Morgan County eatery damaged by fire

T. Michael Stone
Thursday, April 10, 2025
A Morgan County restaurant that has been a local favorite for more than half a century is currently closed after a fire damaged the building last weekend.According to Morgan County Fire Chief Garrett Smith, firefighters responded to a structure fire call at around 11 p.m. on April 4 at Bonner’s...
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