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Jenkins County Times
• MILLEN • PERKINS • RED HILL •
SCARBORO • BUTTS • EMMALANE • THRIFT
• BIRDSVILLE • FOUR POINTS •
[ Vol 2 No 1 March 13, 2024
Quality News That Affects You
Millen, Georgia $1.25 J
Snellville Man Arrested In
Joint Operation with MPD
-Special to The Times
On March 6, 2024, authorities of the
Gwinnett County Police Department and the
Gwinnett County Sheriffs Office's Fugitive
Unit arrested Jermaine Morgan following an
undercover operation where Morgan believed
he was soliciting a child. The investigation
began on January 2, 2024, when officers
of the Millen Police Department's Internet
Suppression Team began an undercover
chat with a suspect who, to his knowledge,
was communicating with a 14-year-old
girl. Morgan acknowledged the age of the
decoy in the chat and maintained a sexual
conversation. The suspect solicited the
undercover officer for obscene images of
herself while discussing sexual actions. He
also sent images of his private parts to the
undercover decoy. Millen officers determined
that Morgan lived in the Snellville area and
requested assistance from the Gwinnett
County Police Department. Upon receiving
the investigation, detectives of GCPD were
able to confirm Morgan's identity and
secure arrest warrants. Morgan is currently
incarcerated in the Gwinnett County Jail,
charged with Obscene Internet Contact with
a Child and Child Molestation by Electronic
Device. He is presently being held with no
bond. The Millen Police Department would
like to thank the Gwinnett County Police
Department and Sheriffs Department for
their assistance in this investigation.
Two Juveniles
Apprehended in
String of Burglaries
-Joe Brady, Editor
In a concerning turn of events since Wednesday, March 6,
Millen has experienced two confirmed burglaries targeting local
businesses. The victims, the Family Dollar Store and Bay Station,
both reported stolen property and significant damage to their
establishments.
Law enforcement authorities acted swiftly in response to the
incidents, resulting in the apprehension of two juveniles, aged
14 and 15, on Sunday afternoon following a foot chase. Officers
successfully recovered a substantial portion of the stolen
See BURGLARY page 10
MEET
CANDIDATES
Qualifying has ended
Only two races will face opposition
That is the race for Jenkins County Trax Commissioner with
Incumbent Tina Burke facing Shenice Thompson and County
Commissioner District 1 with incumbent Tracie Coney battling
Giovanni Shumake for the position. These are the candidates
who have qualified for the next election.
SEE CANDIDATES ON PAGE 8
Big Buckhead Church
To Host Annual Easter
Sunrise Service
A Celebration of Tradition and History
-Joe Brady, Editor
Millen, GA - As the Easter season approaches, the community
eagerly anticipates the annual Easter Sunrise Service at Big
Buckhead, a cherished tradition that brings together residents in
a celebration of faith, music, and history. This year's event is set
to take place on Sunday, March 31, at the historic Big Buckhead
Church at 7 a.m.
Pastor Jeremy Lindsey of Connection Church Millen will deliver
the Easter message, offering spiritual guidance and inspiration to
attendees. The uplifting atmosphere will be further enhanced by
See BUCKHEAD on page 3
Mayor Rocker
Celebrates Read
Across America Week
at JCES
-Joe Brady, Editor
Last week, from March 2 to 6, communities across the nation
joined in celebrating Read Across America Week 2024. This
annual event, which kicks off on the birthday of the legendary
children's author Dr. Seuss, is dedicated to fostering a love
for reading among people of all ages. The National Education
Association (N.E.A.) spearheads this initiative throughout the
See ROCKER page 4
Triumphant Victory for:
Jenkins County War Eagle Winds
-Joe Brady, Editor
The Jenkins County War Eagle Winds showcased their musical
prowess and left an indelible mark at the 2024 Region 3A Band
Competition held at ECI last week. Under the skillful direction of
Jim McBride, the band emerged victorious, claiming top honors
in various categories and securing the coveted title of Overall
Region 3A Champions.
See VICTORY page 6
National
Peanut
Month
Georgia Peanut Commission
and Peanut Proud donated
10,080 jars of peanut butter to
the Atlanta Community Food
Bank.
Read Full Story on Page 4
City
Council
Meeting
The council approved the
renewal of beer/wine and
distilled spirits licenses for
several local businesses
Read Full Story on Page 6
Students get a
holiday
Teachers must go to
work Friday, March 15.
Kids get the day off for
Teacher Workday!
