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The 2019 Honda Civic driven by Austyn Cutler ended up on its roof after a collision with a Jeep Wrangler. VIA SOCIAL MEDIA

The 2019 Honda Civic driven by Austyn Cutler ended up on its roof after a collision with a Jeep Wrangler. VIA SOCIAL MEDIA

Car flips on Old Phoenix Road

Lynn Hobbs
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Two people were injured in a vehicle collision on Old Phoenix Road on Monday. Two women were taken by ambulance to Putnam General Hospital for treatment of injuries that were not believed to be life-threatening, according to Putnam County Sheriff’s Sgt. Justin Brock.
L-R: Habitat for Humanity of Putnam’s Katherine Mahlberg with new homeowners Jaevien, Khaleb, Amyah, and Candice Ellison cutting the ribbon May 12, as GCSU student and HFHP volunteer Zach Zachry keeps it tight. IAN TOCHER/Staff

L-R: Habitat for Humanity of Putnam’s Katherine Mahlberg with new homeowners Jaevien, Khaleb, Amyah, and Candice Ellison cutting the ribbon May 12, as GCSU student and HFHP volunteer Zach Zachry keeps it tight. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Habitat for Humanity Putnam delivers House No. 29

News Staff
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Habitat for Humanity of Putnam (HFHP) celebrated the dedication of Habitat House No. 29 on May 12, welcoming Candice Ellison and her family into a brand-new, safe, stable and affordable home built through the support of volunteers, community partners, donors and sponsors across Putnam County.

Lombard named interim county manager

News Staff
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Following the retirement of Putnam County Manager Paul Van Haute, the Board of Commissioners recently completed an interview process to fill the position of interim county manager.On May 6, the board authorized County Chairman Bill Sharp to execute a contract with Byron Lombard.
Bagpipers and drummers play outside as attendees arrive to First Presbyterian Church in Greensboro for Scottish Heritage Day. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Bagpipers and drummers play outside as attendees arrive to First Presbyterian Church in Greensboro for Scottish Heritage Day. LEIGH LOFGREN/Staff

Greensboro’s First Presbyterian hosts Scottish Heritage Day

Leigh Lofgren
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Scottish Heritage Day at Greensboro’s First Presbyterian Church (GFPC) was well attended Sunday by parishioners and special guests, including Greene County Sheriff Donnie Harrison.
A chain hangs from the overturned Nissan as Hurt’s Towing prepares to remove it from the woods at the end of East Sumter Street Monday. LYNN HOBBS/Staff

A chain hangs from the overturned Nissan as Hurt’s Towing prepares to remove it from the woods at the end of East Sumter Street Monday. LYNN HOBBS/Staff

Stolen car crashes while fleeing police

Lynn Hobbs
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
A man trying to escape authorities from a crime he is accused of committing in Washington County hit a dead end in Eatonton Monday.
Miriam Hatcher expresses concern about a proposed rock quarry coming to Putnam County. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Miriam Hatcher expresses concern about a proposed rock quarry coming to Putnam County. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Eatonton city council hears quarry concerns

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Eatonton City Council moved quickly through a varied agenda Monday evening that included public concerns over a proposed rock quarry, approval of city business tied to the Georgia Municipal Association, and updates on paving, utilities, and community events.
James Dooley is all smiles for his 100th birthday Friday. LYNN HOBBS/Staff

James Dooley is all smiles for his 100th birthday Friday. LYNN HOBBS/Staff

Happy 100th!

Lynn Hobbs
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
If every day spent on this earth creates memories, then James Dooley has about 36,500 days’ worth of them to share. Dooley celebrates his 100th birthday on Friday, May 22.Dooley recently shared many of his memories with The Eatonton Messenger.
GBI arrests three Eatonton men following a search warrant and drug seizure of marijuana, Xanax, and firearms

GBI arrests three Eatonton men following a search warrant and drug seizure of marijuana, Xanax, and firearms

GBI arrests three Eatonton men following a search warrant and drug seizure of marijuana, Xanax, and firearms

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The GBI has arrested and charged six people following a more than 4-month investigation into a drug trafficking organization. On May 8, the GBI Metro Gang Task Force, GBI Special Operations Unit, Georgia State Patrol, and Conyers Police Department executed a search warrant at a residence in Conyers.
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