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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 Audrey D. Holliday...

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, Helen Nasworthy,...

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 notify you as soon as...