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City council hears tax dispute, approves local projects

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
The Eatonton City Council held a relatively short scheduled meeting on April 7, hearing a citizen’s tax dispute, approving business items, and advancing community events and infrastructure efforts. It then entered an executive session to discuss real estate matters before ending the meeting.
Rep. Victor Anderson, R-Cornelia, speaks about Senate Bill 214 on the House floor during the final day of the 2026 Legislative Session, on Thursday, April 2, at the Georgia Capitol in Atlanta. This bill would have switched Georgia to hand-marked paper ballots by 2028. ASHTIN BARKER/Capitol Beat

Rep. Victor Anderson, R-Cornelia, speaks about Senate Bill 214 on the House floor during the final day of the 2026 Legislative Session, on Thursday, April 2, at the Georgia Capitol in Atlanta. This bill would have switched Georgia to hand-marked paper ballots by 2028. ASHTIN BARKER/Capitol Beat

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Failure of Georgia elections bill could lead to quick switch to hand-marked ballots

Mark Niesse
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Georgia lawmakers set up the possibility of a swift conversion to hand-marked paper ballots this year when they failed to pass a bill early Friday morning that would have gradually replaced the state’s touchscreen voting system.
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Major paving project underway in Eatonton

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Repaving of downtown Eatonton’s main thoroughfare officially began Monday morning as aging asphalt was being replaced on North Jefferson Avenue at its intersection with East Marion Street in front of the historic Putnam County Courthouse.
Families watch as children run to find Easter eggs. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Families watch as children run to find Easter eggs. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Project Putnam presents third Easter egg hunt for kids

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Despite warm temperatures and a persistent threat of rain, local families turned out in force late Saturday afternoon for the third annual Project Putnam Easter Egg Hunt at Putnam County’s Uncle Remus Golf Course.
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Pizza manager charged with stealing ‘dough’

Lynn Hobbs
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
An Eatonton man who was working as the general manager of Domino’s Pizza is accused of stealing money from the pizzeria.Brandon Allen Farley, 34, of Chase Circle, Eatonton, is facing charges of theft by taking (felony) and probation violation (fraudulent checks).
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Red Cross: donate blood, get a t-shirt

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
The American Red Cross is asking Georgians statewide to help patients in need by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. The Red Cross said donors of all blood types remain critical to maintaining momentum and keeping the state’s blood supply stable as spring begins.
Movies are viewed on the lawn next to the interpretive center at Andalusia in Baldwin County. TYLER KARRAKER/Staff

Movies are viewed on the lawn next to the interpretive center at Andalusia in Baldwin County. TYLER KARRAKER/Staff

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Andalusia celebrates 101st birthday of O’Connor

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
The people of Milledgeville shared a night under the stars on March 25 in the warm spring heat as the community celebrated the 101st birthday of novelist Flannery O’Connor.The celebration was held at Andalusia Farm, the former home of O’Connor.
L-R: Superintendent Derick Austin named the March students of the month: Jai Hargrove, Abby Mashburn, Cobee Parham, and Jackson Stevenson. CONTRIBUTED

L-R: Superintendent Derick Austin named the March students of the month: Jai Hargrove, Abby Mashburn, Cobee Parham, and Jackson Stevenson. CONTRIBUTED

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Putnam County BOE hears updates and appreciation

Alivia Blanton
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
The Putnam County Charter School System (PCCSS) approved routine agenda items, recognized students and staff, and reviewed district initiatives on March 16 and 23, during scheduled bi-monthly meetings.
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