Area News
Baxley 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,…
Read MoreThe Appling County Board of Education honored this year’s District Spelling Bee Winners at a monthly meeting held on Monday evening, January 26. This year’s Overall District Winner is Rayne Teston. The District Spelling Bee Alternate is Jasie Crosby. School Winners were Malakai Stone from Altamaha Elementary School (AES), Rayne Teston from Fourth District Elementary…
Read MoreHigh School introduces Sellers as New Football coach
On Tuesday, January 27, the Appling county high school held a meet and greet event for media and news outlets to introduce new head football coach, John David Sellers. Many may know sellers as he is a alumni from Appling County High School, and was the quarterback for the Pirates football team in 2004. After…
Read MoreMeadows hired as EMA director
On Tuesday, January 20, the Appling County Board of Commissioners held a called meeting. The invocation was given by Mr. Joe Taylor, and County Manager Reid Lovett lead everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. After the pledge, the commissioners unanimously adopted the agenda for the meeting. The first item discussed was the appointment of the…
Read MoreDarrell Holcomb honored for 33 years
Appling County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director Darrell Holcomb was honored by friends, family and co-workers on Tuesday evening, January 20, at the Appling EMA building located on MLK Drive, with a retirement meal. Holcomb has served this community as a volunteer, employee, and director at the agency for more than 33 years. Holcomb and…
Read MoreGeorgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association honors Allen and Dorothy Miles with 2025 Dan Bremer Service Award
The Georgia Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association (GFVGA) is proud to announce Dorothy Miles of Miles Berry Farm, in Baxley, as the recipient of the 2025 Dan Bremer Service Award, the Association’s highest recognition for extraordinary service to Georgia’s fruit and vegetable industry. Presented annually, the Dan Bremer Service Award honors individuals or organizations whose…
Read MoreTemple of the Higher Calling named MLK Grand Marshal
Temple of the Higher Calling is a faith-based church committed to serving both the spiritual and practical needs of the community. Rooted in love, compassion, and purpose, the church seeks to uplift individuals and families by meeting people where they are and helping them grow into who God has called them to be. The church…
Read MoreDEBORAH ANN HANSON
Deborah Ann Hanson, 78, of Baxley passed away on December 27, 2025 at her residence under the care of Community Hospice. Mrs. Hanson was born on August 10, 1947 in Jacksonville, Florida to the late William T. Pendarvis and the late Shirley Natarus Pendarvis. She was a founding member of Christ Community Church, was involved…
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