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log truck overturns near Crestside Grill Upson county Sheriff Dan Kilgore reports an eastbound log truck flipped over at 74 west near Pickard Rd., lost its logs and caught fire around 2pm Friday. The driver sustained only minor injuries , but traffic was blocked in both directions. The driver said his load shifted in a curve and he lost control. County volunteer fire departments put the fire out and Georgia DOT was on the scene supervising the log clean-up and making sure the

At 3:43 p.m. Pike County deputies responded to a motor vehicle collision on Highway 19 at Patton Road. A Toyota Rav-4 had been traveling northbound when it veered off of the roadway and then overcorrected entering the southbound lanes. The Rav-4 struck a Georgia Power Ford F-250 and then collided with a GMC Acadia, that was also traveling southbound on Highway 19. The driver of the Rav-4 , Maria Rodriguez-Luna, 61 years of age from Smyrna, was pronounced deceased at the scen

THOMASTON, GA – The Thomaston Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that occurred late Thursday evening in the 400 block of North Main Street. At approximately 10:22 p.m., officers responded to reports of multiple gunshots in the area. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers immediately rendered aid until emergency medical personnel arrived on scene. The victim was transported to Upson Regional Medical Center for t

Mrs. Euretha Inez "Ressie" Laughter Stevens, a cherished wife and mother, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Upson Regional Medical Center with her daughter by her side. She was 73. Ressie was born on March 13, 1953, in Thomaston, Georgia. Ressie lived a life marked by dedication to her family. She attended R.E. Lee Institute. Ressie devoted much of her career to insurance sales, working with both Aetna and American General. She also took on the role of bookk

Mrs. Janice Bethune Ogletree age 71 of Meansville Ga, died Wednesday June 3, 2026 at her residence. Mrs. Ogletree was born on April 27, 1955 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Aubrey Bethune and the late Nellie Callahan Bethune. She was a homemaker and a member of Church of Christ. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her brothers Jimmy Bethune, Kim Bethune, sisters Judy Blount, Gloria Gatlin. Survivors include her husband Ronnie Ogletree of Meansville Ga, daughte

Mrs. Consuelo Louisa Wiggins, age 85, of Monroville AL, formerly of Ft Valley GA, died Monday, June 1, 2026, at Select Specialty Hospital in Pensacola FL. Mrs. Wiggins was born February 3, 1941, in Philadelphia PA, to the late Francisco Miguel Santiago and Pilar Solis Santiago. She was a retired seamstress for Levi Strauss & Co. ands a member of Livingstone Baptist Church in Ft Valley. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Shellie Wiggins; daugh

Mr. Henry Avery Herring age 88 of Thomaston Ga, died Tuesday June 2, 2026 at his residence. Mr. Herring was born on February 26, 1938 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Thomas "Tommy" Herring and the late Mary Thelma Anthony Herring. He worked as a Superintendent of Reddick Construction Company for many years. Mr. Herring was a member of East Thomaston Baptist Church and served his country in the U.S. Army Reserve. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Sand

Mrs. Mary Cole Baxley, age 84, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Providence Health and Rehab. Mrs. Baxley was born on February 4, 1942, in Beville, Texas, she was a homemaker and a member of St. Peter The Rock Catholic Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, William Roland Baxley. Survivors include her daughters, Debra Ann Smith of IL, Angie Drury of Greenville, Lynn (Phillip) Fallin of Thomaston, sisters, Clara Lara of Texas

THE PIKE COUNTY OWNER OF THE GOLDENDOODLE NAMED CASH NOT PEANUT, TOBBIE ALBRITTON, SPOKE WITH 101 NEWS THURSDAY AND EXPLAINED HE BROUGHT CASH TO HIS MOM'S ON FRANKLINDALE ROAD IN UPSON COUNTY SO HE COULD GET IT ADOPTED. HE TOLD US HE KNEW CASH WOULD FIND A GOOD HOME IN UPSON COUNTY, BUT THE PUP HAD BECOME UNRULY AND HE COULD NOT KEEP IT. THEY TURNED THE DOG INTO THE UPSON ANIMAL SHELTER MAY 26TH AND I

Industrial Equipment, Warehouse Assets, and Shop Tools from Iconic 30-Year Georgia Operation Head to Auction June 2, 2026 The Rock, GA – Orbitbid.com, an online auction platform operated by Miedema Asset Management Group (MAMG), announces an Online Auction for the liquidation of equipment and assets from Quad’s The Rock, Georgia facility. The online auction will take place on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, beginning at 8am and will begin to close at 6:00 p.m. local time, the same da

Ms. Melinda Claudette Goldman Young, age 87, of Meansville, finally made it to Heaven “one piece at a time” on May 29, 2026. Claudette was born and raised in Meansville and graduated from Pike County High School in 1956. She worked for William Carter Company, Sherri Lynn Manufacturing, and later Thomaston Mills, where she remained until her retirement. Claudette was a faithful member of Vega Community Church for many years. She loved the Lord and never missed an opportunity t

Mr. Clayton “Clay” Ebra Luck, age 69, of Woodbury, passed away May 31, 2026, at his home. He grew up in the Atlanta and Forest Park areas, son of the late Mack and Betty Luck. For over 31 years, Clayton worked in the springs industry for Landrum Springs Company in Atlanta where he retired. He enjoyed the love of his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death his two sisters and his loving wife, Wanda Luck. He is surv

Ms. Linda Joyce Aubrey age 81 of Barnesville Ga, died Friday May 22, 2026 at Providence Health and Rehab. Ms. Aubrey was born on August 27, 1944 in Barnesville Ga, to the late Theodore Clark and the late Helen Todd Clark. She worked as a Cosmetologist for many years in California before moving back to the East Coast. Ms. Aubrey was of the Methodist faith. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her brother Wayne Clark and sister Dorothy Edwards. Survivors inclu

Mr. Lester "Jim" Rogers, age 70, of Thomaston, died Sunday, May 24, 2026, at his residence. Mr. Rogers was born March 3, 1956, in Thomaston, to the late Melvin "Mel" Rogers, and Lera Virginia Raybon Rogers. He retired form Martha Mills. In addition to his parents, he is preceded by his daughter, Candy Rogers; and sisters, Hazel Bethune, and Judy Kendrick. He is survived by his wife, Teresa Rogers; daughters, April Spring Rogers, Summer Rogers, and Sierra Rogers; son, Dakota H

James Richard Bush, 90, passed away peacefully in his home Saturday. May 23, 2026. He was born in Silvertown, November 13, 1935 to William Carlton and Iva Lou Revis Bush. Proudly born to hardworking textile Martha Mill workers, he grew up in Silvertown Village and lived there until he left for college. He would often boast of his idealized childhood; meeting up with friends a short walking distance away at the movie theatre or at the sandlot baseball field. He also often fond

Thomaston-Upson County Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Hayley Rechtorovic as the new Principal of Upson-Lee Primary School. The appointment was approved by the Board of Education during its meeting on Tuesday evening. Mrs. Rechtorovic brings 24 years of educational experience to the position, all of which have been spent serving the students, families, and staff of Thomaston-Upson County Schools. Her deep roots within the district and extensive experien

Mr. Ronald Barfield, a distinguished attorney and respected community leader, passed away peacefully at his home in Thomaston, Georgia, on Sunday, May 24, 2026. He was 89. Born on November 2, 1936, in Thomaston, Mr. Barfield's life was marked by dedicated service, professional accomplishment, and a profound commitment to his family and community. A native son of Thomaston, Mr. Barfield graduated from the R.E. Lee Institute before pursuing his legal education at the University

The schedule is set for the NCAA super regionals at Foley Field. No. 3 national seed Georgia’s best-of-three series against No. 14 national seed Mississippi State will run Saturday through Monday, with Monday’s game only necessary if the teams split the first two games. The winner of the series advances to the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska. Saturday’s game starts at 11 a.m. and Sunday’s begins at noon, with both scheduled to be broadcast on ESPN. The time and broadc

Rev. Charles Edwin Bennett age 75 of Thomaston Ga, died Saturday May 23, 2026 at Upson Regional Medical Center. Rev. Bennett was born on June 21, 1950 in Athens Ga, to the late William Edwin Bennett and the late Rosa Fay Lewis Bennett. He owned and operated Bennett Landscaping for many years. Rev. Bennett founded the Gathering Church and led his congregation with compassion and love. He loved the outdoors and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife Kecia Be

Griffin, GA – On May 26, the Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCS) Board of Education approved the superintendent’s recommendation to appoint Dr. Stephanie Nash as the 2026-27 principal of Jordan Hill Elementary School. Dr. Nash has been in public education for nearly three decades. She joins GSCS from Lamar County Schools where she served as the assistant principal and pre-k director of Lamar County Primary School for 10 years. Before that role, Dr. Nash served as