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After woman’s arrest for leaving 3 children in car, Dublin authorities warn of dangers with high temps
Woman charged with three counts of reckless conduct for leaving her children in a car with no running air conditioner had Dublin officials talking about the dangers of heat.
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Coaching carousel brings new faces to local high school sports staffs for 2026-27
With every new school year comes some turnover on local high school sports sidelines. Here’s a look at this offseason’s new additions to coaching staffs at Dublin, East Laurens, Trinity and West Laurens.
Dublin, guests get in midsummer work at annual half-pad football camp
The Irish were joined at a sizzling Shamrock Bowl by Rutland, Westside Macon, Metter and others for some semi-padded intersquad reps Tuesday and Thursday.
Kids catch a good time at Southern Pines fishing rodeo
Youngsters got to wet a hook for a few hours Saturday morning as the DLCRA sponsored a kids fishing rodeo at the Southern Pines pond.
How Demaryius Thomas’ dream inspired the creation of a new basketball prep school
The late NFL receiver and his high school coach had made some big plans for when they both retired. Inspired by Thomas’ heart for youth, Paul Williams is moving forward with a version of their shared vision as he launches the new program dedicated to developing and mentoring postgraduate athletes.
New East Laurens flag football team starting from first and 10 in prep for inaugural season
Monday afternoon marked the very first summer workout, and initial steps in a long journey for the Falcons’ new flag football team as its coaches and players build up to their first season.
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Times Journal Post – July 2, 2026
Times Journal Post – July 2, 2026
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Tri-County Connector – July 2, 2026
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The Sandersville Progress – July 1, 2026
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The Sparta Ishmaelite – July 1, 2026
Cochran Chamber & DDA to co-host July 4th extravaganza this Saturday
Cochran will host a Fourth of July celebration this Saturday in downtown.
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