Jason Hicks
GBI arrests Eatonton man for eight felony counts
Lynn Hobbs
An Eatonton man has been arrested for sexual exploitation of children, authorities say.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
A boat adrift on Lake Sinclair is fully engulfed Friday morning before Putnam County firefighters arrive. CONTRIBUTED
Two fires in two days.Putnam County Fire Department firefighters fought a barn fire Thursday evening, July 23, and a boat fire Friday morning, July 24, according to Fire Chief Thomas McClain. No one was injured in either incident.The call for the boat fire came in Friday morning while firefighters…
Jason Hicks
An Eatonton man has been arrested for sexual exploitation of children, authorities say.Jason Hicks, 55, of Eatonton, was arrested Thursday, July 23, and charged with eight felony counts of possession or control of any material depicting a minor in sexually explicit conduct, according to Putnam…
Bristol Harris is expected to be one of Putnam County’s top leaders in the circle this season. KIM CASH/ Contributed
With opening day less than a week away, the Putnam County softball team appears confident months of hard work and practice will pay off.The War Eagles will open their 2026 season next week with a two-game series against Northside-Columbus, marking the competition debut of first-year head coach…
Open Final
When a new face becomes prominent in the sports world, media criers become fascinated by the “inside” story and hunt for the hidden gems of his or her life and career.Ryan Fox, now New Zealand’s favorite son, is a regular guy who flies coach, dresses like he shops at Goodwill, and drinks a lot of…
Harbor Club resident replaces weeds with wildflowers
What once was an overgrown patch of roadside weeds and neglected grass has become one of the most colorful spots at Harbor Club, thanks to one resident’s vision, diligence, and a little help from nature.Seven years after moving from Metro Atlanta to the Carriage Ridge neighborhood at Harbor Club,…
On God and this tiny rock
Sometimes I start these conversations not knowing where they are going to end. This is one of those times. The subject today concerns current events, the universe and religion. Now, you can see why I don’t know where this is headed. Any one of the topics is complex enough in its own right without…
Data center debate could soon reach Putnam
A new Politico poll suggests Americans are becoming increasingly skeptical of large-scale data centers, a shift that could have significant implications for largely rural communities like here in Putnam County.According to the Politico poll, opposition to data centers has risen sharply over the…
Moreese Deshun Lowe
TUESDAY, JULY 21Moreese Deshun Lowe, 40, of Eatonton – possession of firearm or knife during commission of or attempt to commit certain crimes; receipt, possession or transport of firearm by convicted felon or felony first offender; possession of marijuana with intent to distribute; possession and…
PUTNAMTUESDAY, AUG. 4What: Meet the Author: Robert Gwaltney When: 6:30 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. start Where: 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Presentation of Robert Gwaltney’s new book, Sing Down the Moon. Gourmet dinner served. $45 each or $40 each for two or more. Register at…
Ricky Barnes
An investigation by local and state authorities began earlier this year and culminated last week in a roundup of drug dealers in the city of Eatonton.Eatonton Police Chief Howell Cardwell said 12 people were arrested on Tuesday, July 21, and each of them was charged with offenses associated with…
During its regularly scheduled meeting July 21, the Putnam County Board of Commissioners took a step toward taking politics out of road paving decisions.The four-man board unanimously approved an artificial intelligence- based pavement assessment service that claims to provide an objective method…
Ricky Barnes
Dozen drug dealers off of Eatonton’s streets
Lynn Hobbs
An investigation by local and state authorities began earlier this year and culminated last week in...
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
A boat adrift on Lake Sinclair is fully engulfed Friday morning before Putnam County firefighters arrive. CONTRIBUTED
Blazes burn boat, barn
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Two fires in two days.Putnam County Fire Department firefighters fought a barn fire Thursday evening, July 23, and a boat fire Friday morning, July 24, according to Fire Chief Thomas McClain. No one was injured in either incident.News
Moreese Deshun Lowe
Putnam County Jail Report
News Staff
TUESDAY, JULY 21 Moreese Deshun Lowe, 40, of Eatonton – possession of firearm or knife during...
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
County taking politics out of paving plans
Ian Tocher
During its regularly scheduled meeting July 21, the Putnam County Board of Commissioners took a...
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Robert Thomas (left) with Carter Hewitt of Putnam County 4-H AmeriCorps. CONTRIBUTED
Putnam County 4-H member earns statewide honor
News Staff
Putnam County 4-H member Robert Thomas recently earned first place in Fruits, Vegetables, and Nuts...
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Sports
Bristol Harris is expected to be one of Putnam County’s top leaders in the circle this season. KIM CASH/ Contributed
Putnam softball prepped for season opener
Lance McCurley
With opening day less than a week away, the Putnam County softball team appears confident months of...
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Open Final
Open Final
Loran Smith
When a new face becomes prominent in the sports world, media criers become fascinated by the...
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) drops back to pass from the pocket during a game against Ole Miss last season. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff
Stockton backs Bobo, details pre-season growth
Lance McCurley
Entering his second year as Georgia’s starting quarterback, Gunner Stockton made it clear at SEC...
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Community
Harbor Club resident replaces weeds with wildflowers
Harbor Club resident replaces weeds with wildflowers
Story And Photos By Ian Tocher
What once was an overgrown patch of roadside weeds and neglected grass has become one of the most...
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Paint Between the Lines combines authors with artists
Paint Between the Lines combines authors with artists
News Staff
Imagine seeing stories and poems come to life in an exciting, amazing new way.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
BankSouth adds marketing specialist
BankSouth adds marketing specialist
Destiny Mcclendon
BankSouth recently welcomed Destiny McClendon as its new marketing specialist to support community...
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Obituaries
Phyllis Couch
Phyllis Couch
News Staff
Phyllis Marie King Couch of Eatonton passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, at the age of 80.
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Frank Thompson
Frank Thompson
News Staff
On June 29, 2026, Frank Thompson passed away at the home where he and his beloved wife of nearly 44...
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Nick Herring
Nick Herring
News Staff
Mr. Nick Herring, age 57, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
