Area News
Veal arrested for homicide
According to Sheriff Mark Melton, on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at approximately 4:00 a.m. the Appling County Sheriff’s Office and Appling County EMS were dispatched to a residence on Cindy Rae Lane in Baxley, GA. Upon arrival, deputies located a male that was confirmed deceased by EMS. The subject was later identified as sixty-three-year-old Clarence…
Read MoreACA & ACHS announce graduation schedule
The 2026 graduating class from Appling County High School (ACHS) and Appling Christian Academy (ACA) will recieve their diplomas at the end of the week. ACA will host its graduation ceremony on Thursday, May 21, at 7:00 p.m. in the ACA gymnasium. ACHS’s graduation ceremony will be held…
Read MoreA century of faith and kindness
Friends, family, and members of the community are celebrating a remarkable milestone as Kathleen Overstreet marks her 100th birthday. Known throughout the Baxley area for her kind spirit and generous heart, Overstreet has spent a lifetime serving others and making a lasting impact on her community. A devoted Christian, her faith has been a guiding…
Read MoreChampionship coming to Appling for Literary
On Saturday, March 21, the Appling County High School Literary Team travelled to Georgia Military College to compete in the GHSA AA State Literary meet. Out of the team, CJ Sailem was able to win the AA State Championship for the Boys Solo performance. Sailem received a perfect score from one judge and a 99…
Read MoreACHS win literary region championship
On Wednesday, March 5, the Appling County High School hosted the region literary meet. The literary team for ACHS won the entire region championship and had several place in individual groups. The team will now travel to Milledgeville to compete in the state literary meet, at Georgia Military College. Congratulations to all the members of…
Read MoreAlyssa Baylee Summerall crowned Homecoming Queen at ACA
Appling Christian Academy recently celebrated its 2026 Homecoming ceremony and basketball game at Eagle Gym. Prior to the Homecoming game and the crowning of Alyssa Summerall, ACA students participated in Spirit Week with fun activities and games planned throughout the week. In addition, the students were able to dress up in connection with various themes…
Read MoreThornton brings State Championship home
This past Friday and Saturday, members of the Appling County High School wrestling team traveled to Morrow to compete in the GHSA State Individual Wrestling Competition. During the event, ACHS Wrestler Bryson Thornton beat all of his competition in the 106 weight class to bring home a State Championship to Appling County in the AA…
Read MoreBaxley Police Department Relocation
The City of Baxley would like to notify the public that the Baxley Police Department will be relocating from its current location at 560 Barnes Street to its new facility located at 2008 MLK Jr. Avenue on Friday, February 13, 2026. Beginning February 13, all in-person services will be available at the new location. During…
Read MoreWildfire out Old Surrency Rd
There was a wild fire on the Old Surrency Rd threatening a few homes, burnt 70 some acres containing cultivated pine trees as well as a rundown home and garage. Numerous fire fighting trucks from local departments and the Georgia Forestry responded. There were times you could not see 100 Feet down the road. Homes…
Read MoreDetermination Rewarded: A Georgia Southern University IPSE graduate soars, thanks to assistance from GVRA
Tristan Skipper has always loved sports, especially football. After finishing high school, he knew he wanted to seek employment in a sports-related field. Tristan’s parents learned about GVRA through his school counselors. The counselors explained how GVRA could support Tristan’s transition from high school into college and eventual employment. Armed with that knowledge, Tristan applied,…
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