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Newspaper Page TextThe helpful place Local Folk serving Local People 136 Industrial Road Sylvania, Georgia 304-67 912.564.2003 Mon. - Fri. 7:30 - 5:00 Saturday 7:30 - 3:00 Closed Sunday Httxonta * Newington * Rocky Ford * Sylvania * Oliver * Cooperville * Dover * Halcyondalf * Mtt.t havfn r. s Sylvania Times VOL.2 NO. 52 January 10, 2024 | LEGAL ORGAN OF SCREVEN COUNTY | Sylvania, Georgia $1.25 Editorials ..11 | Church News ..3 | Sports ..4-5 | Obituaries ..6 | Legals ..7 | Farm & Land.. 10 | Booking Log ..9 | Crossword ..8 LJ O co in <ji a o CO o CO Chaos Erupts in Newington: Violent Domestic Dispute Leads to Arrests Bv Joe Brady, Editor for The Times A seemingly ordinary evening on Walton Street in Newington took a drastic turn when the Screven County Sheriffs Office responded to a call reporting a disturbance on the night of January 3, 2024. Residents reported an individual outside breaking windows and potentially attempting to make entry into a residence. Deputies arrived promptly, securing the area, but found no suspects. Instead, they discovered two injured females inside the residence - one with lacerations to her hand and the other with numerous stab and puncture wounds. As the investigation unfolded, it was revealed that the incident was part of a larger and disturbing domestic dispute involving Dallas Jiaues Maynor, Melony Brinkley, and Madison Maynor. Earlier in the day, Melony Brinkley had engaged in a verbal argument with Dallas Maynor at a residence on Industrial Blvd, expressing her discontent over Dallas's new relationship. The dispute escalated, leading to Melony leaving the scene. Later that evening, Melony, accompanied by her younger sister Madison Maynor, returned to the Industrial Blvd location. Using items found in the yard, such as bricks and sticks, they inflicted significant damage to a 2020 Nissan Versa, belonging to Dallas Maynor's new girlfriend. Meanwhile, a physical altercation erupted on a nearby basketball court involving a minor female sibling of Dallas and Madison. During the fight, Dallas Maynor allegedly stabbed Madison multiple times in the back, causing severe puncture wounds. SEE STABBING ON PAGE 9 Scholarship Offered to Foster the Future of Small-Town Journalism By Joe Brady, Editor for The Times In a bid to champion the spirit of local journalism and ’ cultivate the talents of the next generation of writers and reporters, the Sylvania Times proudly announces the initiation of the Sylvania Times Scholarship. This scholarship seeks to provide financial support to a deserving high school senior aspiring to pursue a career in creative writing and journalism. The Sylvania Times scholarship reflects the publication's commitment to the revitalization of local news coverage. Recognizing the indispensable role played by small-town newspapers in keeping communities informed, the Sylvania Times has been actively working to enhance local news reporting. Designed to contribute to the sustained growth of this positive trend, the scholarship is intended for a student who not only exhibits a passion for creative writing and journalism but also demonstrates a strong commitment to achieving educational goals. The ideal recipient will be someone dedicated to enhancing the quality and impact of local newspapers in their communities. "This scholarship serves as a testament to our belief in the importance of preserving and improving local journalism, which remains an essential engine for the dissemination of news and infomiation within small towns and communities," stated Sarah Saxon, an official at Sylvania Times. "By supporting students with a passion for journalism, we hope to inspire the next generation of writers and reporters who will play a crucial role in maintaining the vitality of local news." State Superintendent Woods Tours Screven Elementary By Sarah Saxon, Reporter for The Times State Superintendent Richard Woods visited Screven County Elementary School on Monday, January 8, in response to an invitation from Elementary School Principal Ryan Reddick. The visit aimed to provide Superintendent Woods with an in-depth look at the educational practices and ongoing developments within the school system. Accompanied by Principal Reddick and Screven County Superintendent Jim Thompson, Superintendent Woods toured multiple classrooms spanning various grade levels. The objective was to observe the teaching methodologies in action and interact with both educators and students. School board members Lindy Sheppard and Julie Cannon were also present. Expressing his intentions for the visit. Superintendent Woods commented, "I wanted to come and visit the Elementary School, meet with teachers and administrators, and provide them with an update on the state level. It's crucial to understand what's wnrvne n transpiring on the ground. He also hght- Screven County Elementary School principal Ryan Reddick, State Superintendent Richard Woods and Screven County Superintendent Jim Thompson, photo by Sarah Saxon Board of Elections members Burton Kemp, Maty Felton, Rosalind Evans, Veronica Bing, and Ben Counts taking the oath of office administered by Judge Debbie Brown. Photo by S. Saxon. Screven County Board of Elections Convenes for Inaugural Meeting By Joe Brady, Editor for The Times Last Thursday marked a significant moment for the residents of Screven County as the inaugural meeting of the Screven County Board of Elections took place in the County Commissioners Conference Room. The newly formed board, appointed by the County Commissioners, wasted no time in electing Burton Kemp as the Chairperson to lead their efforts in overseeing the electoral process. The meeting commenced with a swearing-in ceremony conducted by Judge Debbie Brown, adding a solemn touch to the proceedings. Following the formalities, the board engaged in constructive discussions and unanimously SEE ELECTIONS ON PAGE 10 Consolidation of Screven County Precincts Takes a Step Closer to Reality By Joe Brady, Editor for The Times After discussions that began in January 2023 during the county election lawsuit, the consolidation of Screven County precincts is now one step closer to becoming a reality. The move towards a more streamlined and efficient election process aims to enhance accessibility and convenience for voters in the county. The consolidated list of polling places has been finalized, with each precinct or district assigned to a specific location to facilitate a more organized voting experience. The new polling places are as follows: 1. Precinct/District 1: Hiltonia City Hall 2. Precinct/District 2: Senior Citizens Center 3. Precinct/District 3: Fire Station #10 4. Precinct/District 4: Newington, Planter's Annex 5. Precinct/District 5: Jenk Hill Fire Station 6. Precinct/District 6: Bay Branch Fire Station #9 7. Precinct/District 7: Carl Community Center In addition to these precinct locations, advanced and in-person SEE PRECINCTS ON PAGE 9 ^ JlN TVTEIVrORIA.TVT j tow aM Sarah Cheryl Waters Aaron JoAnn Avret Alloways Emory Joseph Alloways Paul Emerson Anderson Jamie Fuller Appleton Betty Thompson Arita John Franklin Armstrong Mildred L. Baker Karen Zeagler Beasley Eileen Duff Beauregard Frances “Jackie” Grovenstein Black Horace Birdette Black Harriet Faye Boddiford David Pfeiffer Boddiford Billie Ruth Dowd Bolton Charles Raye Boswell Barbara Joyce Godbee Boyd Darrell James Boyin Sarah Elizabeth Bowen Bragg Roger Brannen, Sr. Roger Curtis Brannen, Sr. Sandra Bazemore Brannen Carolyn Beverly Smith Brinson Rev William Brown Dale Anthony Brown Thomas Waldo “Tommy” Burke Larry J. Collins Robert K. Cooper James “Jim” Barton Cottle Larry Edwin Crissman Roosevelt Culver Betty Jean Gross Easier Lucrle Elmore Edwards Treshman James Fries Mamie Lou Godbee Teresa Forehand Godbee Charles Russell Hadaway William D.“Billy” Hattnch, Jr Betty Jean Hill Michael G. Householder George W. Howard, Jr. Melba Jean Griner Jeffers Sharon Kemp Jenkins Naomi Stephens Jenkins Harold Augustus “Hal” Jenkins III Mary Magdalena Jeselnik Gerald Conrad Johnson Glenn O. 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