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Vicki Coogler King
Mrs. Vicki Coogler King, age 71, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 16 at her residence. Vicki was born at Crawford Long Hospital in Atlanta on March 6,1955 to the late Rev. James Arthur Coogler and the late Bessie Jean Moore Coogler. Vicki graduated from North Clayton High School in College Park and earned her L.P.N Degree from Flint River Technical College in Thomaston, GA. She worked as an L.P.N. for over 25 years with Dr. Wayne Dodgen, Dr. Ralph Warnock and
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EPD Sets Public Hearing For BRIGHTMARK
Facility Name: Brightmark Circularity Center Thomaston LLC Application No: 29749 Facility Address: Central Georgia Business and Technology Park, Technology Parkway, Thomaston, 30286 EPD Notice Type: Proposed Permit Description of Operation: All other petroleum and coal products manufacturing Reason for Application: Construction and operation of a plastics renewal (pyrolysis) plant. Comment period expires on: May 18, 2026 Public Hearing May 18, 2026 at 6:00pm Thomaston-Upson C
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Upson-Lee Names New Head Football Coach
Upson-Lee High School proudly announces the hiring of Coach Logan Winkles as the new head football coach for the Knights. A 2010 graduate of Upson-Lee High School, Coach Winkles returns home to lead the program where his athletic journey began. Following his graduation, he continued his football career at NC State from 2010 to 2013 before returning to Georgia to build an impressive coaching résumé across several successful programs. Coach Winkles has contributed to multiple d
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Lucy Allene Collins
Mrs. Lucy Allene Collins, age 82 of Thomaston, died Monday, April 13, 2026, at Spalding Regional Hospital. Mrs. Collins was born on September 14, 1943, in Marion, North Carolina to the late Garland Kaylor and the late Annie Lee Turner Kaylor. She worked for 30 plus years in the cotton mill and was a member of Mt. View Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Olif Collins, and several brothers and sisters. While we mourn th
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UPSON BOC DENIES REZONING FOR WATER HARVESTING
FOLLOWING A PUBLIC HEARING TUESDAY--THE UPSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS VOTED TO DENY A REZONING FOR WATER HARVESTING AT CRYSTAL SPRINGS OFF CREST HIGHWAY. OVER A DOZEN CITIZENS OPPOSED THE REZONING. THE BOC SAID IT DID NOT COMPLY WITH THE COUNTIES LAND USE PLAN.
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Jean McGill
Mrs. Jean McGill, age 81, of Hampton, passed away on April 14, 2026. Born and raised in Connellsville, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Bill and Elizabeth Doster. Jean was the business finance manager for Emory at Crawford Long Hospital in Atlanta for 32 years. Following her retirement, she spent much of her time volunteering with the American Legion and VFW in Jonesboro. Jean was a strong and independent woman who lived life her way. She found joy in music, l
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Gov. Kemp: Prime, Inc. Bringing 120 Jobs To Spalding County
For Immediate Release Tuesday, April 14, 2026 ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Prime, Inc., a leading North American transportation company, will invest more than $160 million to establish a new Southeastern regional hub in Spalding County. The new facility will create more than 120 new, full-time jobs in addition to hiring over 50 professional drivers. “Prime, Inc.’s new campus will further add to Georgia’s $107 billion transportation and logistics indu
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Richard “Ricky” Edmond Hammond
Mr. Richard “Ricky” Edmond Hammond, age 73, of Forsyth, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026. He was the son of the late Charles Evans Hammond and Ethel Virginia Hammond. Ricky lived most of his life in Atlanta and spent his working life as a mechanic and electrician. He greatly enjoyed fishing and camping. He was always one to help others. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Lee Charles Hammond. He is survived by his son: Richard Keith Hammond; b
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Mabel Bridges Parker McDonald
Mrs. Mabel Bridges Parker McDonald, age 80 of Thomaston, died Sunday April 12, 2026 at Upson Regional Medical Center. Mrs. McDonald was born on February 7, 1946 in Augusta, Georgia to the late Willie Frank Parker, and the late Matrice Bridges Parker. She worked at the Warm Springs Roosevelt Institute and was a member of The Rock Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, John Paul Mitcham Jr. and sisters, Evelyn King, Louise Powell, a
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Have you Seen This 12-year-old girl? Spalding SO Needs your Help!
Spalding County deputies are looking for a 12-year-old girl who hasn’t been seen since Saturday morning. The sheriff’s office believes Kendall Cannon left her home between 1 a.m. and 10 a.m. Deputies aren’t sure what she was wearing, where she went or who she may be with. Anyone who sees Cannon or knows her whereabouts is asked to call 911 or contact the Spalding County Sheriff’s Office at (770) 467-4282 and ask for Investigator K. Roberts.
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Clayra Jane Rutherford Bryant
Mrs. Clayra Jane Rutherford Bryant age 93 of Thomaston Ga, died Friday April 10, 2026 at her daughters residence. Mrs. Bryant was born on May 15, 1932 in Taylor County Ga, she was the daughter to the late James Thomas "Jim" Rutherford and the late Georgia Esther Parker Rutherford. She worked at the Peerless Mill for 35 years until her retirement. Then she worked as a Substitute Teacher until 85 years old. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Jam
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Archie Carroll Storey
Archie Carroll Storey, age 64, of Thomaston, Georgia, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. Mr. Storey was born on April 4, 1962, in Thomaston, Georgia, to the late Shirley Daniel Carpenter. In addition to his mother, Mr. Storey is preceded in death by his brothers, Robbie Hicks, Donnie Hicks; and his sister, Melinda Payne. Mr. Storey is survived by his wife, June Vermeer; daughters, Michelle Paramore, Kristina (Jeremy) Warren; brother, Warren (Barbara) Storey; grandchildre
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Kathryn Ross Rogers
Kathryn Ross Rogers, age 97, of Fayetteville, formerly of Thomaston, Georgia, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. Mrs. Rogers was born on March 2, 1929, in Meansville, Georgia, to the late Leavy Ross and Fannie Maude Nelson Ross. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Rogers was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Rogers; as well as her grandson, Matthew Howard. Mrs. Rogers is survived by her daughter, Gail (Tommy) Gilbert; sons, David C. Rogers, Mark Rogers; sisters, Bets
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John Coode Randolph, Jr
Mr. John Coode Randolph, Jr., age 90, of Williamson, passed away April 8, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born in Nashville, Tennessee, son of the late John Coode Randolph, Sr. and the late Margaret Davidson Randolph. When John was young, he and his family moved to Alabama where he graduated from Shades Valley High School. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and honorably served for 3 years. John married Patricia “Pat” Funderburk in July, 1958.
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Sherry Dawn Salter Green
Mrs. Sherry Dawn Salter Green, age 53 of Thomaston, died Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at her residence. Mrs. Green was born on August 4, 1972, in Thomaston, Georgia to the late James David Salter Sr. and the late Deborah Dover Hiers. She worked as a paralegal and was a member of First Baptist Church of Thomaston. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Kevin Paul Hiers. Survivors include her husband Randy Green, daughter, Jennifer Sticca, MaCayla (
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Apr 8
William “Bill” Franklin Scoggins
Mr. William “Bill” Franklin Scoggins, age 76, of Griffin, passed away March 29, 2026. Bill grew up in West End, Atlanta, son of the late James William Scoggins and the late Margaret Porter Scoggins. He attended Brown High School. For most of his life, Bill was an automobile mechanic. He enjoyed working on cars and listening to classic rock music. Bill loved his family and was very protective of his four sisters. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, P
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Kristina Dee Miller
Kristina Dee Miller, 35, of Thomaston, GA on March 28th 2025 was taken from us all too soon. She was the victim of a fatal motor vehicle accident. Tina is survived by her father Clark V Miller. Her brother Benjamin R V Miller. Her grandfather Emanuel D Wilson. Aunts and Uncles include Jason and Heather Miller, Dawn and Bob Miller, Ann and Dave Carbone, Ed and Shelly Wilson, Doug and Lisa Wilson, as well as numerous cousins. Tina positively impacted so many during her life,
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Linda Lee Daniel
Linda Lee Daniel, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend peacefully passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 in Thomaston, Georgia surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 19, 1945 in Savannah, Georgia to William Kenneth Heckman Sr. and Birtie Mae Edwards. A native of Savannah, Linda grew up in the Parkside neighborhood and attended several of the local schools. She graduated with Savannah High’s Class of 1964. While living in Savannah she attended church
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Richard Milton Britt
Mr. Richard Milton Britt age 70 of Thomaston, died Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Upson Regional Medical Center. Mr. Britt was born on March 14, 1956, in Thomaston, Georgia to the late Curtis Reginald "Red" Britt, and the late Bonnie Brannon Britt. He worked at the Martha Mills, then GA DOT and lastly before retirement Northside Drugs. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Ronald David Britt, and sister, Judy Watson. Survivors include his wife, Barb
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