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Traffic stop leads to chase, crash on Walker Street
A short chase between a suspect driving a black Ford Focus and drug unit deputies ended at the intersection of Walker Street and Coweta Avenue when the driver struck a telephone pole around 3:30 p.m. Detectives initially made the traffic stop in the Oak Park community. The owner of the...
Peebles Receives Indian Star Award
Dr. Sandy Reid, Superintendent of Schools; Leo Peebles, Indian Star Recipient; and Bruce Mulkey, Vidalia High School Principal. Leo Peeples doesn’t draw a paycheck from the Vidalia City School System, but that doesn’t mean what he does isn’t valued or appreciated. This month, the Vidalia City School...
Police: Girl reported missing from Southeast Georgia home after security cameras found disconnected
LYONS, Ga. — Above video: Your Wednesday headlines. Police in Southeast Georgia need your help finding a missing teenage girl. According to the Lyons Police Department, Edlyn Yuliana Botello-Guzman, 17, was reported missing from her home on Tenth Street Tuesday around 3:30 a.m. Her father told police that he...
Why Vidalias Are The Best Onions You Can Buy
Even though I'm from Mississippi, I grew up knowing inherently that Vidalia onions are the best onions out there. Like the Earth being round and the sun being hot, it's a fact I just accepted without thinking too much about it. But I got to wondering the other day, "Why are Vidalia onions such a big darn deal?"
Joel Palmer
Joel Palmer was born on October 13, 1953, in Leesburg, Florida to Ollie Mae Palmer. He grew up in the loving home of his Uncle Leslie and Aunt Annie Mae Palmer. Joel received his formal education in the Lake County School System and played in the High School Band. He furthered his education at Bethune Cookman College in Daytona Beach, FL, concentrating in General Studies. In October 1975, Joel enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he had a distinguished career as a Staff Sergeant spanning over 15 years. During his service, he earned several accolades, including the Commendation Medal,...
Mr. Bobby Ford, Lyons
Mr. Bobby Ford, age 56, of Lyons, died Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia, after a sudden illness. He was a native of Toombs County, lived most of his life there, and he worked with the Toombs County Road Department for thirty years. He was of the Baptist faith and in his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, grilling and Georgia football. He especially loved spending time with his family, friends and grandbabies. He was a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather. He is preceded in death by his son, Patrick Trey Ford; step-father, Daniel Beckworth; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Talmadge and Ellen Louise Turner.
Lyon’s County Police department seeks help in finding missing teen
LYONS COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - Lyons Police Department is seeking the public’s help in their search for a missing 17-year-old. Edlyn Yuliana Botello– Guzman was reported missing by her father during the early hours of July 16, 2024. Her father discovered that the cameras in his home were...
STC Ranked #2 in Forbes Advisor for Best Online Management Certificate Program
Southeastern Technical College (STC) ranked #2 in the latest Forbes Advisor for best online certificates in management. "I am thrilled and honored to see the Management and Leadership Specialist Certificate program at Southeastern Tech recognized as the second-best management program online by Forbes Advisor. This accolade is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our instructor Tina Jernigan and our students, and reinforces our commitment to providing top-notch education and leadership training," said Gina Robison, STC Dean of Business Technologies and Human Services.
BPC Faculty Member Awarded Grant from U.S. National Science Foundation
MOUNT VERNON, GA—Brewton-Parker College (BPC) celebrates with Dr. Sampyo Hong, Professor of Physical Sciences, who secured a grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation to provide students with the opportunity to work alongside experienced scientists doing cutting-edge research. Supported by the Chemical Catalysis program in the Division of Chemistry...
Lyons Police Department: Missing 17-year-old found safe
LYONS, Ga. (WSAV) – A 17-year-old reported missing by her father on Tuesday has been found safe, according to the Lyons Police Department. Edlyn Yuliana Botello-Guzman is now at home with her parents, officials said. “Thank you for your cooperation and efforts with assisting us on this juvenile case,” the department wrote in a post […]
Mrs. Patty Cockman, Vidalia
Mrs. Patty Cockman of Vidalia, age 73, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. She was a graduate of the Class of 1969 at Emanuel County Institute in Twin City. She worked in numerous financial institutions, was a talented seamstress, enjoyed working in her yards, and spending time with her family.
A Tale of Two Counties: Wealthy Oconee and Struggling Wheeler
The trip from Watkinsville to Alamo, GA covers a little over 140 miles and, according to Google Maps, should take about two hours and 40 minutes. It’s pretty much a straight shot down U.S. 441. You’ll cross I-20 at Madison, go through Milledgeville and hit Dublin, where you’ll cross I-16, then make the final half-hour run to Alamo.
BPC Track & Field Coach Links Program to Son and Two-Time Olympic Qualifier Daniel Roberts
MOUNT VERNON, Ga. – Brewton-Parker College Track & Field Coach Stephen Roberts has finished his first season with the program and has already been able to bring a wealth of knowledge to Mount Vernon. Roberts can now add a two-time Olympic Qualifier to his tree of coaching experience, as...
Missing Teenager
The Lyons Police Department is asking for your help in locating a missing teenager from Lyons. The following press release was issued. On July 16, 2024, at approximately 3:30 am, we received a report of a missing juvenile from a residence on Tenth St. here in Lyons, Ga. Edlyn Yuliana Botello – Guzman was reported missing by her father Mr. Daniel Morales. Mr. Morales discovered the cameras in his home were disconnected and asked law enforcement to do a welfare check on his family. Lyons PD responded and discovered Edlyn was missing. She is 17 years old, approximately 5”2” 150 lbs. with long black hair and green eyes.
Ms. Kristy Thompson, Center Community
Ms. Kristy Leigh Thompson, age 55, of Center Community, died Wednesday, July. 17, 2024, at Community Hospice House in Vidalia after a sudden illness. She was. born on January 21, 1969, to the late Leonard and Joan Thompson, was raised in. the Center Community and was a 1987 graduate of...
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