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LOG
June 21
May 29 - Matthew Ke’von Merrell -
Possession and Use of Drug Related Objects,
Possession of Marijuana w/Intent to Distribute,
Seat Belt Violation.
May 29 - Quianna Wadley - Driving without
License on Person, Failure to Drive Within
Single Lane Maintain Lane, DUI (Concentration
0.08G or More.
May 29 - Nixon Yomain Zavala - No Drivers
License, Seat Belt Violation.
May 31 - Tyree Lamar Anfield - Hold Placed
for Parole Warrant.
May 31 - Dustin Craig McConnell - Driving
while License Suspended/Revoked, Speeding
(19-23 Miles Over) (55 Zone).
June 1 - Keondra Shambrika Knight - Hold
Placed/Bench Warrant.
June 1 - Aaron Valles - Hold Placed for
Spaulding County.
June 2 - Michael Thomas Stimeling - DUI
(Drugs), Driving w/License Suspended/Revoked,
Speeding (30-34 Miles Over) (55 Zone).
June 2 - Malik Jaquan Quentine Davis -
Aggravated Assault, Discharging Firearm in
City, Possession and Use of Drug Related
Objects, Possession and Use of Drug Related
Objects, Possession of Firearm/Knife During
Commission of/Attempt to Commit Felonies,
Possession of Marijuana w/Intent to Distribute.
June 2 - Jeffery Bernard Harris - Possession
of Marijuana w/Intent to Distribute, Receipt/
Possession/Transfer of Firearm by Convicted
Felon or Felony (1st Offense), Trafficking
in Cocaine, Illegal Drugs, Marijuana, or
Methamphetamine.
June 2 - Rene Edward Malik Harris -
Aggravated Assault, Discharging a Firearm
in City, Possession of Firearm/Knife During
Commission of/Attempt to Commit Felonies.
June 2 - Dennis Smith - Hold for Weekend.
June 3 - Brianna Taylor Dwan - Poss, Manu.,
Distribute, ETC, VGCS.
June 4 - John Joseph Buhler - Driving while
License Suspended/Revoked.
June 4 - Jasmin Shanice Childs - Speeding
in a School Zone 25 Zone (35 & Higher Miles
Over).
NOW HIRING
THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY
OF MITTEN IS ACCEPTING
APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSIHON OF:
MAINTENANCE LABORER.
APPLICANTS MUST BE QUALIFIED IN ALL
MAINTENANCE WORK REQUIRED
IN MULHFAMILY HOUSING.
APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A VALID
DRIVERS
LICENSE. APPLICANTS WILL HAVE TO BE
ABLE TO PASS A DRUG TEST AND HAVE A
CLEAN CRIMINAL HISTORY. SALARY WILL
BE BASED ON EXPERIENCE.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AT
THE CENTRAL OFFICE
AT 570 WALLACE STREET, WAYNESBORO,
GA, OR BY CALUNG 706-554-2233 EXT
105. APPUCAHONS ARE TO BE
SUBMITTED TO: HOUSING AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF MILLEN, ATT: BRENT
MEEKS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, P.O. BOX
628, WAYNESBORO, GA 30830.
THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF MILLEN IS AN
EQUALOPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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June 24,2023
PERKINS TRAIN DEPOT
6 p.m. - Until
Perkins, GA
Don't miss your chance
for FREE admission to
see this band who's going
to be playing live from
THE GRAND OLE OPRY!!
By Joe Brady, Editor
for
The Times
House damaged by fire in Statesboro
Statesboro firefighters responded Monday to a Statesboro
home heavily damaged by fire. By the time firefighters
arrived on the scene, the home was fully involved. No
injuries were reported and the home owners were not
there. The American Red Cross is granting temporary
assistance to the homeowners.
Governor announces grants to expend internet in
four counties
Governor Kemp announced nearly $15million in
preliminary grant awards for broadband internet expansion.
When combined with significant capital matches from the
awardees, almost $30million will be invested to serve over
3,500 locations in the most needed areas.
Those counties awarded are Calhoun, Echols, Miller, and
Webster.
Multiple defendants indicted, prosecuted on
federal firearms charges
Three people have been indicted in the Southern District
of Georgia on felony charges including illegal firearms
possession. In the past four years, more than 830
defendants have been federally prosecuted in the Southern
District for illegal firearms offenses. The charge carries a
penalty of up to 15 years in prison.
Those indicted are: Ashley Chase Lee, 40, Alma, GA;
Thomas Antonio Heard, 36, Washington, GA; Isaac
Wilford Stewart, 23, Augusta.
Brunswick High School football player killed in
shooting
According to the Brunswick Police Department, officers
responded to shots fired on a local street and discovered
Mykal Ellis, 16, in the roadway with a gunshot wound.
He died at the scene. Ellis played for the Bmnswick High
School football team. The investigation is ongoing and
details are sketchy.
Woman charged with murder in West Savannah
shooting
A 36 year old woman has been charged with murder after
a shooting in West Savannah Saturday. Officers responded
to a gunshot complaint on Newell Street around 4 a.m.
Saturday morning. The man died on the scene. Around
noon, SPD arrested Lashonda Williams and charged with
the shooting death. Detectives believe the shooting was
domestic in nature.
Savannah Morning News announces effort to
unionize
Staff at the Savannah Morning News, along with the
Athens Banner-Herald, announced they are attempting to
unionize under the NewsGuild-Communications Workers
of America on the same day the NewsGuild called for a no
confidence vote against Gannett CEO Mike Reed.
This comes as journalists and news staff across the country
are walking out and pushing back against Gannett, the
largest newspaper company in the nation, amid outcry
regarding increasing layoffs, low pay, and the mass exodus
of thousands of news staff. Employees allege Gannett
has laid off several Georgia workers, cut benefits, and
mandated unpaid furloughs over the previous year.
EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE
Full Time Custodian
The Jenkins County Board of
Commissioners is accepting
applications for the position of full-time
custodian. Applicant must possess a
valid driver’s license and high school
diploma or equivalent. The employee
would be responsible for the janitorial
services at Jenkins County Court
House, the Jenkins County Annex, the
Jenkins County Senior Center and the
Jenkins County ASCS building.
Interested parties should apply at the
office of the Jenkins County Board of
Commissioners, located at 833 East
Winthrope Avenue in Millen, Georgia
by 5:00 P.M. on Friday, June 16, 2023.
Jenkins County is an Equal Opportunity
Employer and is a Drug-Free Workplace.
AREA
EVENTS OF
INTEREST
Perkins, GA. Music show
June 24th at 6pm at the train depot.
Free to public.
Food and drinks available from vendors.
Bring a lawn chair.
The band ’’The Palmetto Cadillacs” will
be playing (country).
Check out the Palmetto Cadillacs
on Facebook.
June 23 - What would a summer break be without a
movie at the PAL Theater in Millen?
Movies are showing this summer and are only $5
a ticket!! We hope you decide to come watch with
us!! Doors Open at 6:30 - Movie starts at 7. Popcorn,
candy, and drinks available for purchase. Jurassic
World Dominion - June 23
June 22 - Gather at the Visitor Center at Magnolia
Springs State Park in Millen to begin a fun day of
learning survival skills. We will take a hike, learn
what to do if you are lost, practice knot tying and
build a shelter. Please wear closed toed shoes and
bring water and a snack.
Registration is required in advance at the Visitor
Center or call (478)982-1660. Space is limited, so
reserve your spot today! $20, $5 Park pass required
June 24 - Explore the grounds of what once was the
largest prison in the world at Magnolia Springs State
Park in Millen. Admission to the History Center is
included. Gather at the History Center front porch.
Registration is required in advance at the Visitor
Center or call 478-982-1660. $5 per person (ages 3
and under free) $5 Park pass required.
June 24 - Join us at the campground picnic pavilion
at Magnolia Springs State Park in Millen and learn
to make butter the ole' fashioned way. Registration
is required in advance at the park office or call 478-
982-1660. $2 $5 Park pass is required
June 24 - Saturday - 8a.m.-lp.m. Connection
Church will be having a yard sale to support their
building project. It will be located in the Millen
Self Storage parking lot on Highway 25 across from
West Millen Baptist Church. We would love to have
everyone come and support us!!
June 25 - Tuesday Shepeard Community Blood
Center will hold a blood drive from 2-6p.m. at the
Farmer’s Market on Cotton.
June 25 - Screven County’s Red, White & Boom,
4th of July Celebration, Screven County Recreation
Park, Food Trucks, Music, Fireworks and More,
6:30 - 9:30 pm.
June 30- Bring family and friends to the
campground picnic pavilion at Magnolia Springs
State Park in Millen to create colorful origami
jumping frogs. These frogs are fun for playing
or having friendly frog races. $2 Registration is
required in advance at the Visitor Center or call
(478)982-1660. $5 Park pass required.
July 1 - Statesboro Fireworks Fest, Mill Creek
Regional Park, 5 p.m. - 10 p.m., inflatables, vendors,
frog jumping contest, live music, fireworks and
much more.
July 1 - Burke County - Waynesboro Fireworks at
the Recreation Department, 6 p.m., inflatables, food,
com hole tournament, and more.
July 3- Patriotic Celebration on July 3rd at the
Jenkins County Recreation Department!! Come
early to enjoy inflatables, games and food and stick
around for the fireworks!! Gates open at 6 PM and
the fireworks start at 9:20 PM.
August 12 - The PAL Theater in Millen presents the
Chi-Town Transit Authority!! A tribute to the music
of Chicago. Purchase Regular Seating for $20 or the
VIP Pass for $30. The VIP Pass includes exclusive
front row seating, a pre-party show and appetizers
at 6PM, and a meet and greet with the band!! Click
on the discussion tab on the event page to access
payment links.
EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE
The Jenkins County Board of Commissioners is
accepting applications and resumes for the
position of full-time Recreation Administrative
Assistant. Applicant must possess a valid driver’s
license, a clear MVR, and a clear Criminal History.
The employee would be responsible for the
supporting the Recreation Director in the efficient
and effective operation of the County’s Recreation
Department, based upon By-Laws and other
guidelines established by the Jenkins County Board
of Commissioners and the State of Georgia.
Salary is negotiable based on education and
experience. Benefits include paid vacation, paid
holidays, health insurance, retirement, and more.
Interested parties should apply at the office of the
Jenkins County Board of Commissioners,
located at 833 East Winthrope Avenue in Millen,
Georgia by 5:00 P.M on Friday, June 2,2023.
A full Job Description is available at the
Commissioners’ Office.
Jenkins County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and is a Drug-Free Workplace. ,,
