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Vol 2 No 40 December 18, 2024
Quality News That Affects You
Milieu, Georgia $1.25
Dogs Attack Horse on
Gamm Gay Road
-Sarah Saxon. Reporter
On Thursday, December 5, Jenkins County authorities
responded to an incident on Gamm Gay Road, involving
two dogs attacked
a horse, leaving it
gravely injured.
Sgt. John Lanier
was dispatched
to the scene.
Upon arrival,
Lanier spoke with
a witness who
reported seeing
two light brown
dogs assaulting the
horse. The witness,
who lives nearby,
stated he attempted to intervene by scaring the dogs away,
causing them to retreat to a nearby tree line.
Lanier inspected the horse and found it lying on the
ground, unable to move due to severe injuries. The animal
had deep lacerations and was bleeding profusely. The
horse’s owner, distraught over the situation, requested that
the officer euthanize the animal to end its suffering.
Sgt. Lanier attempted to locate the dogs and discovered
two dogs fitting the description further up the road, both
covered in fresh
blood. After
securing the area,
Lanier returned
and euthanized the
horse.
Lanier located
the dog’s owner,
identified as Ashley
Elaine Price and
arranged for animal
control to collect
the dogs. Price was
informed that given
the severity of the incident, this constituted an arrestable
offense. Price was advised to meet Sgt. Lanier at the
Sheriff’s Office, where she was arrested.
The fate of the dogs have not been has not been
determined. They are currently with Animal Control.
Millen Baptist Church
Spreads Holiday Cheer
Christmas Survival Kits
-Joe Brady, Editor
This holiday season, the
congregation at Millen
Baptist Church embraced
the spirit of giving by
assembling and distributing
250 Christmas Survival
Kits to members of the
community. The initiative,
a collaborative effort of
the church’s members,
highlights the importance
of faith, service, and unity
during the festive season.
The project began
with generous donations
from church members,
who contributed items
for the kits. The church’s
youth group then stepped in,
packing gallon-sized bags with
care and precision. Each survival
kit included practical items and
meaningful additions, such as a
six-day devotional authored by
Millen Baptist Church pastor Brad
Asbury. The devotional, designed to
guide recipients through the holiday
season, was accompanied by related
materials to deepen the experience.
“This is more than just a bag of items; it’s a
gift of hope, encouragement, and connection,’
Pastor Asbury shared. “The devotional aims
to remind everyone of the true meaning of
Christmas and the light of
Christ in their lives.”
In addition to the
devotional, the kits
featured information and
items tied to the church’s
upcoming candlelight
service, inviting recipients
to join in the sacred
and serene gathering.
The distribution effort
took place earlier today,
with church members
personally delivering the
survival kits throughout
the community.
“This outreach effort
reflects who we are as
a church family,” said
Asbury. “We’re here to
serve, uplift, and share the love of
Christ, especially during this season
of celebration and reflection.”
Millen Baptist Church hopes the
Christmas Survival Kits will bring
joy and spiritual nourishment to
those who receive them, reaffirming
the community’s shared bonds and
the enduring message of Christmas.
The congregation warmly invites
everyone to attend their upcoming
candlelight service to continue the celebration
of the season together to be held on Christmas
Eve at 5:30 p.m.
East Georgia Healthcare Center Welcomes
Julie Bird to Millen Clinic
East Georgia Healthcare
Center (EGHC) is delighted to
announce the addition of Julie
Bird, FNP-C, to its team at the
Millen clinic. Julie joins EGHC
with a wealth of experience and
a deep commitment to providing
exceptional, patient-centered
care, embodying the center’s
mission to enhance the health
and well-being of the community.
Julie Bird’s healthcare career
began in 1999 when she earned
her LPN credentials from
Ogeechee Technical College.
Over the years, her passion for
patient care drove her to further
her education. She completed
her ASN in 2013 and BSN in
2015 at Darton State College,
culminating in her MSN and
certification as a Family Nurse
Practitioner from Walden
University in 2019.
Julie’s dedication to advancing
her skills stems from her love
for people and her desire to
make a meaningful impact
on their lives. She brings her
expertise to EGHC, drawn
to the organization’s focus
on preventive care and its
commitment to serving patients
SEE BIRD PAGE 9
Community Comes
Together to Light Up Millen
-Joe Brady, Editor
The long-awaited lamp post
Christmas lighting project has
come to fruition, and the results
are nothing short of spectacular.
Thanks to the generosity of local
businesses and the community’s
unwavering support, the streets
of Millen now shine bright with
holiday cheer.
A heartfelt thank you goes
out to the businesses that made
this vision a reality: Atlantic
Waste Services, Champion
Homes, City of Millen, Reeves
Construction, Brinson Insurance
Agency, Honey Specialties,
Jenkins Correctional Center,
Planters EMC, and Pruitt Health
Bethany. Their contributions have
illuminated more than just our
streets; they have brightened the
hearts of everyone in our town.
The newly installed lights bring
a warm and welcoming glow to
the community, transforming
our streets into a picturesque
scene just in time for the holiday
season. Residents are encouraged
to take a stroll or drive through to
experience the beauty and charm
of the lit-up streets firsthand.
“This project is a testament to
what we can achieve when we
come together as a community,”
said Mayor King Rocker. “The
lamp posts are more than just
lights—they represent the unity
and pride we all share in our
town.”
The lights are sure to enhance
the festive spirit as Millen
prepares for upcoming holiday
events. Let’s continue to celebrate
the generosity and collaboration
that brought this project to life.
Thanks to your efforts, Millen is
glowing inside and out.
Stray Bullet Strikes
School Gym:
No Injuries Reported
-Joe Brady, Editor
Last Thursday, 911 received multiple reports of
gunfire near a local school. The incident occurred
on a nearby street behind the school's performance
gym, where a firearm was discharged. A stray bullet
subsequently struck the front of the gymnasium.
Fortunately, no students, staff, or other individuals
were harmed during the incident. Authorities have
confirmed that this was an isolated event and not a
targeted attack on the school.
Law enforcement swiftly responded to the scene,
and investigators are working to determine the
circumstances surrounding the gunfire. Additional
details about the suspect or suspects involved have
not been disclosed.
"We take this incident very seriously," Chief
Dwayne Herrington said. "While it appears to be
an isolated occurrence, our investigation remains
ongoing. We are committed to ensuring the safety
of the community and holding those responsible
accountable."
Classes resumed as normal on Friday, December
13, 2024. To ease concerns among parents, students,
and staff, there was an increased law enforcement
presence on campus as a precautionary measure.
"Our priority is the safety and well-being of
our students and staff," Dr. John Paul Heam,
superintendent explained. "We are grateful that no one
was injured and will continue to work closely with
law enforcement to maintain a secure environment."
Local officials are urging anyone with information
about the incident to come forward to assist in the
investigation.
Congratulations
to Jeff Murray for his dedication and hard work in our
Pulmonary Rehabilitation program! Your commitment
and progress are truly inspiring! Jeff is pictured at left with
Keith Baker, Director of Pulmonary Services.
"I'm going to do
whatever I have to do
and I'm not ever
quitting."
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JENKINS COUNTY
MEDICAL CENTER
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program
at Jenkins County Medical Center is
designed to help patients recover from
acute lung disease or lessen the severity of
chronic pulmonary conditions including
COPD, emphysema, asthma, chronic
bronchitis, and post-COVID issues.
For details, call 478-982-4221 or go to
jenkinsmedicalcenter.com
under the “Services” tab
