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THOMASTON-UPSON  IDA   HAS  212  ACRES  UNDER  CONTRACT  ON  RACE  TRACK  ROAD   NEAR  MUD BRIDGE  ROAD   BUT  EXECUTIVE  DIRECTOR SLADE  GULLEDGE  TOLD   101  NEWS  ITS  STILL  IN  THE  DUE  DILIGENCE PERIOD--  FOR  FUTURE  DEVELOPMENT  --  NO  SPECIFIC  INDUSTRY  OR  INDUSTRY  SECTOR  HAS  BEEN  IDENTIFIED.

WITH ABOUT  A  DOZEN PROPERTY OWNERS  IN  WESTERN  UPSON  COUNTY  SPEAKING  AGAINST--  MONDAY -- THE  UPSON  COUNTY  PLANNING  COMMISSION  VOTED   UNANIMOUSLY    TO  RECOMMEND    WITH  CONDITIONS    TO  THE  COUNTY  COMMISSIONERS   FOR   A  REZONING  FOR   22  ACRES  OFF  CREST  HIGHWAY   FOR  A   DEVELOPMENT  REQUESTED  BY   APPLICANT  RONALD  ELLINGTON REGISTERED  AGENT  FOR  AN  ILLINOIS  COMPANY  FOR    HARVESTING,  LOADING, AND  TRANSPORTING  WATER  TO  A NEWNAN  BOTTLIN

Mr. Donald Lee Collins, age 88 of Thomaston, died, Sunday, March 8, 2026, at his residence.   Mr. Collins was born on April 26, 1937, in Thomaston, Georgia to the late Clayton Olif Collins and the late Annie Kate Forehand Collins.  He served his country in the U.S. Air Force.  He worked in HVAC and was a member of the First Assembly of God in Thomaston.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Kenneth Nixon, brothers, Wayne Collins, and Tommy Collins.

Mrs. Molly Summitt Pevey, age 70, of Hahira GA, formerly of Thomaston, died Thursday, March 5, 2026, at her residence. Mrs. Pevey was born on January 13, 1956, in Tallahassee, FL, to the late H. C. Summitt Jr. and the late Frances Hall Summitt.  She was a nurse and homemaker, and a member of New Harmony Baptist Church.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Carroll Pevey II; and sister, Vann Summitt. Survivors include her son, Josh (Jennifer) Sp

Alice Frances Armistead Parker, 82, of Barnesville, Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. Alice was born on July 27, 1942, in her family home at 908 Thomaston Street in Barnesville, Georgia, to Daniel Ivan Armistead and Nanelle Elizabeth Milner Armistead. A lifelong resident of Barnesville, Alice carried with her a deep love for her hometown and community. She graduated as the Valedictorian of the 1960 class of Gordon Military High School in Ba

Mr. Donald Collins, age 88 of Thomaston, died, Sunday, March 8, 2026 at his residence.  Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

According to a Facebook post form First Baptist Church in Zebulon: We are happy to report that the group who was stuck in Israel has now made it home safely! Thank you for all of your prayers for this group! They are ready for some much needed rest now!

UPSON COUNTY CONTESTED  RACES-UPSON COUNTY  IN  THE MAY PRIMARY.   COUNTY  COMMISSION DISTRICT 3 INCUMBENT  PAUL  JONES, BRIAN "BUD" JOHNSTON, BILL  MAHER--ALL  REPUBLICANS. DISTRICT  TWO  BOARD OF  EDUCATION,  INCUMBENT  JACQUELINE  HOLLIS- EVAY  WALKER. PIKE COUNTY   PIKE  COUNTY  CONTESTED  RACES  MAY PRIMARY--COUNTY COMMISSIONER  DISTRICT  ONE-INCUMBENT  TIM  DANIEL, MICHELLE GRAVITT. DISTRICT TWO-INCUMBENT  TIM  GUY,  CHRIS  CHILDRESS. SPALDING COUNTY Board of Elections

Jack Lincoln Ard, Jr. passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026, after 89 blessed years of life.  He passed peacefully in his sleep at home while napping in his favorite recliner.  J.L was born April 3, 1936 in Thomaston, GA, the first child of Jack Sr. and Albertina Ard.  He graduated from Zebulon High School, Class of 1954 and on February 9, 1955, he enlisted in the Navy. Six months later, on August 6, 1955, he married his high school sweetheart, Dovie Lee Willoughby, in Hern

On March 3, 2026, the Honorable Ben J. Miller of the Upson County Superior Court accepted a blind plea of guilty by Joseph V. Roberts on the charges of armed robbery, aggravated assault and criminal damage to property in the second degree.  Roberts argued for a sentence of 30 years to serve 10; however, Judge Miller accepted the State’s recommendation of 15 years to serve followed by 15 years on probation.  The State was represented by Senior Assistant District Attorney Audre

Mrs. Judith "Lynn" Maddox, age 74 of Yatesville, died Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Brightmoor Hospice.   Mrs. Maddox was born on November 10, 1951, in Thomaston, Georgia to the late William Alvin Mathews and the late Mary Nell Fowler Mathews.  She worked at the William Carter Company for 34 years and was a member of Mt. View Baptist Church.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, James L. Maddox Sr., brother Larry Mathews, sisters, Ruth Hope, Hel

Inframark 309 Veterans Dr. Thomaston, GA 30286 (706) 646-8031 Wednesday March 4, 2026 Dear Water Customer, Your residence is currently under a “Boil Water” notice. The affected area includes the 100 Block of both B and C St in East Silvertown. We recommend that water that is to be used for human consumption be boiled before use. This is due to loss of water pressure from the water main break in this area. If you have any questions, please call us at 706-646-8031. We will noti

Girls team won 1-0 against Jones with Chloe Hendrix, 03, scoring the goal. Celebratory photo attached along with an action shot of 6th grader Kate Creamer, 16. Boys team won 3-0 against Jones with 8th grader Memphis Releford, 11, 6th grader Finn Smith, 02, and 8th grader Jordan Stoll, 08 scoring. I have attached a photo of Memphis, Finn celebrating and Jordan celebrating.

Mrs. Vivian English Palmer, age 82, of Concord, passed away March 2, 2026.  She was born in Atlanta, GA, daughter of the late Hugh P. English and Dorothy S. Hollingsworth.   In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Ralph Edward Palmer. She is survived by her children: Chanda Palmer Steele (Wayne), April Palmer Rush, and Tyki Palmer (Teresa); grandchildren: Carter English Steele, Summer Steele Hill (Houston), Spencer Michael Rush, and B

Tristin English & Chris Daniel CPA  CHRIS  DANIEL   WAS  AT  THE  ATLANTA  BRAVES  SPRING  GAME  MONDAY  IN  LAKELAND, FLORIDA  AND  PIKE  COUNTY'S  TRISTIN ENGLISH  WAS  AT  FIRST BASE PLAYING  THE  TIGERS.  TRISTIN  HAS SIGNED A  TRIPLE-A  CONTRACT  WITH  THE  BRAVES.

Mr. Ernest "Arcelus" Joiner, age 81, of Reynolds, Georgia, died Monday, March 2,2026 at Upson Regional Medical Center. Mr. Joiner was born on July 22, 1944, in Taylor County, to the late Walter Ernest Joiner and the late Daisy Bryant Joiner.  He worked for Taylor County Public Works and was a member of Clark's Chapel Baptist Church.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Bonneal Locke. Survivors include his wife, Janice Stevens Joiner, daughter, H

Brian and Ellen Carden and Chris and Cara Cook are with Ed and Gigi Hoard right now in Israel on a tour of the Holy Land. The group reported early this morning that everyone is OK, however, their travel guide is urging them to evacuate Israel asap. The airport in Tel Aviv is closed and the group would need to get to Egypt in order to fly out. According to the Pike County Times, Several Pike County resident s are trapped overseas after U.S. forces, in conjunction with Israel,

According to early reports from the scene, a Barnesville firefighter first noticed the unusual conditions outside. What initially appeared to be fog quickly proved to be smoke as flames were discovered consuming structures along Market Street. The Barnesville Fire Department responded alongside Lamar County Fire & Rescue. Officers with the Barnesville Police Department and Lamar County Sheriff’s Office assisted at the scene, and EMS units were also present. An official cause

THOMASTON POLICE  RESPONDED  TO  UPSON - LEE  PRIMARY  SCHOOL  TO  INVESTIGATE  A  REPORT  OF  A  CHILD  ABUSE  INCIDENT.  THE  T-U  SCHOOLS  ISSUED  THIS  STATEMENT:   THOMASTON-UPSON  SCHOOLS  ARE  UNABLE  TO  SHARE  ANY  INFORMATION ABOUT  THIS  INCIDENT.  THIS  MATTER INVOLVES  A  MINOR  AND  IS  PART  OF  AN ONGOING  INVESTIGATION.    WE APPRECIATE YOUR  UNDERSTANDING

Mr. John Wayne Lowry Sr. age 73 of Thomaston, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026.  Mr. Lowry was born on November 6, 1952, in Thomaston, Georgia to the late Arggie Ree Lowry and the late Mozell Torbert Lewis.  He worked as a chicken farmer; he loved blue grass music and was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his grandson, Dayne Lowry. Survivors include his daughters, Tammy (David Berry) Lowry, Kelly Lowr