Stitch ‘n’ Such, a sewing group at the Jones County Public Library, showcased the history of sewing for Women’s History Month.Angie Hunt, who leads the group, said she was excited to start Stitch ‘n’ Such at the library. She said showcasing the history of sewing skills is important.“We sit, visit…
Phyllis Tufts Hightower knows she faces a challenge in taking on Floyd Griffin in a state legislative seat contest, but she is conceding nothing to her Democratic opponent in the upcoming General Primary.Hightower and Griffin will square off in the May 21 Democratic Primary, and the winner will…
Jones County voters will have the opportunity to meet and question local candidates in the upcoming primary election during a candidates’ forum sponsored by the Gray/Jones County Chamber of Commerce, Jones County Republican Party and The Jones County News.The Jones County Candidates’ Forum is…
Jones County Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss a project list for a proposed Transportation Local Option Sales Tax and a plan for the leadership succession of the position of Emergency Management Director.The April 2 meeting was called to order by Chairman Chris Weidner, and he…
Book SaleSat. April 13, 10:00 – 2:00 at 273 Railroad St. in Gray. Building next to JCHS track. Books and audio-visuals of all types for all ages! Incredible prices – some are even FREE! Feature of the month – Fiction. Sponsored by Jones Co. Friends of the Library.New Haven Church Women’s…
Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.James 1:12 Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: through whom also we have access by faith…
“And Abel, he also brought of the firstlings of his flock and of the fat thereof. And the LORD had respect unto Abel and to his offering: But unto Cain and to his offering he had not respect.” (Gen 4:4-5).Abel was a sheepherder.He took care of sheep. Cain was a tiller of the land. He took care of…
Georgia wrapped up spring practices this week ahead of Saturday’s annual G-Day scrimmage at Sanford Stadium. The Bulldogs will split up into two teams – Red and Black – for their final scrimmage of the spring.Below are a few storylines to watch for as Georgia wraps up its spring practice session at…
Want to add an event? Send it to us! >> sports@jcnews.com Golf: April 11, at Lamar County Baseball: April 12, vs. Locust Grove (DH), 5 p.m.Track & Field: April 13, McEachern InvitationalGolf: April 15, vs. Upson Lee Track & Field: April 16, at Lamar County Baseball: April 16, vs…
April is National Pickleball Month, and Jones County Pickleball is in the midst of hosting multiple free events throughout the month to give local residents the opportunity to learn more about the sport.A basics class was held this past Saturday with a family basics event set for 10 am to noon on…
Jacob Thompson has been one of the most-used starting pitchers for Brevard College. His seven starts rate for a tie for second on the Tornadoes roster, and he is 2-1 on the year coming out of last weekend with 22 strikeouts. Thompson went the distance to get the win in Friday’s win against…
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Greenberry Moore
Phyllis Tufts Hightower knows she faces a challenge in taking on Floyd Griffin in a state legislative seat contest, but she is conceding nothing to her…
Debbie Lurie-Smith
Jones County voters will have the opportunity to meet and question local candidates in the upcoming primary election during a candidates’ forum sponsored by…
Debbie Lurie-Smith
Jones County Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss a project list for a proposed Transportation Local Option Sales Tax and a plan for the…
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Lance McCurley
Georgia wrapped up spring practices this week ahead of Saturday’s annual G-Day scrimmage at Sanford Stadium. The Bulldogs will split up into two teams – Red…
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Want to add an event? Send it to us! >> sports@jcnews.com Golf: April 11, at Lamar County Baseball: April 12, vs. Locust Grove (DH), 5 p.m.Track…
Brad Harrison
April is National Pickleball Month, and Jones County Pickleball is in the midst of hosting multiple free events throughout the month to give local residents…
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Book SaleSat. April 13, 10:00 – 2:00 at 273 Railroad St. in Gray. Building next to JCHS track. Books and audio-visuals of all types for all ages! Incredible…
Alaina C
Macon & Robins Bed & Mattress, local bed and mattress stores, are open to help locals find what they need for a good night’s sleep.The stores have…
Alaina Clarke
Keep Jones Beautiful and UGA Cooperative Extension has helped to bring the Sprout Club to the Jones County Pre-K, a gardening club for students to learn about…
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April 3, 2024Mr. Alton D. Joyner, 94, of Jones County, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Funeral services were at Hart’s Mortuary Jones County Chapel,…
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May 31, 1939 - April 2, 2024Florabelle Collier Bloodworth Mellard passed away peacefully on April 2, 2024. Flo, as she was known to most who knew her, was the…
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April 2, 2024Samuel Mark “Hot Rod” Herndon, 54, of Jones County, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2024.Funeral services were at Hart’s Mortuary Jones County…
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Jones Living Spring 2023