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Vol 1 No 34 November 1, 2023 Quality News That Affects You Millen, Georgia $1.25
Break-In at Bay Station
Prompts Investigation by
Millen Police Department
By Joe Brady, Editor
for
The Times
MILLEN. GA -
The Millen
Police Department
is currently
investigating a break-
in that occurred on
Thursday, October
19, 2023, at the Bay
Station located on
Highway 25. Law
enforcement officers
were alerted to the incident when they discovered signs of forced entry into the store during their routine patrol.
The officers were making their rounds in the vicinity of the Bay Station when they noticed that the front door
of the establishment had been forcibly breached. A subsequent review of the store's video surveillance footage
uncovered a potential suspect in the case.
The Millen Police Department is actively working on identifying the suspect from the surveillance video and
has also collected crucial evidence related to the break-in. In a significant development in the investigation,
samples for DNA testing have been obtained and sent to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) Crime Lab
for analysis.
Law enforcement is urging the community to come forward with any information that may aid in solving
this case. If you have any details or tips related to the break-in at the Bay Station, you are strongly encouraged
to contact the Millen Police Department at 478-982-2750. Your cooperation and assistance could prove
instrumental in advancing the investigation and bringing those responsible to justice.
As the investigation continues, the Millen Police Department remains committed to ensuring the safety and
security of the local community. They are working diligently to gather all the necessary information to resolve
this case and are counting on the support of the public to help them in their efforts. Photo by D. Hearn.
War Eagles Cross Country
named Regional Champs
By Brad Asbury, Sports Editor
for
The Times
The Jenkins County War Eagles Cross Country Team was named Regional Champions at the Region 3 Class
A-Divison 1 Championship. The 7 War Eagles competing all finished in the top 15 of the races. The 7 runners
that competed dressed in blue uniform included Ben Tyler, Rashad Allen, Ahmad Sullivan, James Allen, James
Dailey, Hasan Grimes, and Noah Griffith. The team was coached by Jim Jarvis. The student manager this
season was Bailey Pendergast. Photo contributed.
Regional Championship Friday Night
War Eagles and Portal Panthers will battle for the Region 3 Class A-Division 2 Championship. Game begins
at 7:30 p.m. at Portal High School.
Courthouse fire
under investigation,
possibly intentional
A suspicious overnight fire Monday morning at the Jenkins County
Courthouse mechanical room is under investigation. At approximately
12:30 a.m. a fire was discovered in the mechanical room. It appeared,
during a preliminary investigation, to have been deliberately set. There
will be more details available as the investigation continues. The public
is asked to contact the Millen Police Department at 478-982-2750 if you
have additional information.
Passport Services
Return to Clerk of
Court’s Office
By Joe Brady, Editor
for
The Times
In a remarkable effort to
enhance convenience for its
citizens, the Clerk of Court's
office will soon be resuming
its passport services, all thanks
to the determined efforts of
Mayor King Rocker. The
return of passport services
will undoubtedly streamline
the process for residents, and
it wouldn't have been possible
without Mayor Rocker's proactive involvement.
Mayor Rocker revealed his contribution, saying, "I had some contacts
from my father-in-law's days and used them." His connections played a
pivotal role in expediting the revival of this essential service, benefiting
the community he serves. SEE PASSPORT on page 10
Area businesses help make
carnival a success
By Joe Brady, Editor
for
The Times
See Additional PICTURES page 11
With over fifteen local businesses pitching in, the annual carnival at the
performance gym was a huge success. Many thanks to these businesses
for making this a great event.
Jenkins County Sheriffs Office
Chamber of Commerce
JCMS FBLA
JCHS Softball
Eagle Pharmacy
Jenkins County Board of Education
Planters EMC
Millen Make A Difference
Farm Bureau
US Silica
Next Move Real Estate
JCMHS FFA
JCHS Football
Millen Rotary
Great GA Realty
Queensborough Bank
Jenkins County Times
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