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ARREST
Due to Joint
Investigation
By Joe Brady. Editor
The Screven County Sheriffs Office was
contacted by the Millen Police Department in
reference to an ongoing investigation where
an individual in Screven County had been in
contact with an online underage persona of
theirs. The underage persona was a 14-year-
old female. The persona was contacted by
Dalton Eugene Mills, 32, from Screven
County. The contact continued for several
weeks and was sexually explicit in nature.
On Feb. 6, 2024, Mills arranged to meet with
the 14-year-old female in Screven County.
A joint operation was assembled including
Screven County Sheriffs office, Millen Police
SEE ARREST ON PAGE 13
Trailblazing
biochemist Marie
Maynard Daly
Marie Maynard Daly, a
trailblazing biochemist whose
groundbreaking work has left an
indelible mark on the scientific
community. As we celebrate
Black Tlistory Month, it is
fitting to shine a spotlight on
this remarkable woman who
overcame numerous obstacles to
become a pioneer in her field.
Full Story Page 6
Sylvania Planning and
Design Commission
Several important items were
on the agenda, with a focus on
approving plats and building
permits for various residential
structures within the city.
Full Story Page 2
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor,
The Screven County Farm
Bureau Board would like to
take a minute and tell everyone
who attended our annual Eggs
& Issues meeting this past
Saturday morning, THANK
YOU!
Full Story Page 7
Property Tax Reform
Passes Georgia Senate
Lt. Governor Burt Jones’s
property tax reform priority,
Senate Bill 349, passed the
Senate. The legislation, also
known as the “Save Our
Homes” Act, aims to address
longstanding issues with local
property taxes.
Full Story Page 8
Screven County
Elementary School
Students of the
Month
January 2024
Full Story Page 10
Area Hospital Celebrates Rural Hospital
Leadership Day
-Joe Brady. Editor
HomeTown Health, LLC marked its 25th anniversary by hosting the
17th Annual Georgia Rural Hospital Leadership Day at the Capitol,
bringing together more than 50 rural hospital leaders. The event was
a significant milestone for the organization, known for its dedication
to supporting rural healthcare SEE QPTIM ON PAGE 8
IDA Appointment causes sparks
Debate at Commissioners Meeting
-Joe Brady, Editor
Tensions ran high during the
monthly county commissioners
meeting as a significant point
of contention emerged over the
appointment to the Industrial
Development Authority (IDA).
The spotlight was on three
individuals - Joe Bohannon,
Andrea McBride, and Ben Boyd
- who had submitted applications
for consideration.
In a letter dated February
13, 2024, by IDA chairperson
Stephen Milner to Chairman Will
Boyd, “the board of the Screven
County Development Authority
would like to express our support
for the appointment of Ben Boyd
to the development authority
board.” Milner further explained
the board believed Boyd could
provide valuable contributions to
the board. This recommendation
lead Chairman Boyd to recuse
himself from the voting process
due to a familial relationship with
the candidate. This move aimed
to maintain transparency and
address any potential conflicts of
interest. However, Commissioner
Ben Boyd
Allyson Willis raised concerns
about Boyd's potential conflict
of interest, suggesting it could
compromise the integrity of the
selection process.
Attorney Aaron Meyer
contested these apprehensions,
providing legal clarification
and asserting that the recusal of
Commissioner Boyd addressed
any perceived conflicts
appropriately. Meyer emphasized
that the recommended candidate,
® en , SEE IDA PAGE 8
Boyd,
Board, of
Education Faces
Education Veterans Retire
-Joe Brady. Editor
In a significant development
at the February meeting of
the Screven County Board of
Education, longtime educator
and assistant superintendent
Mr. Brett Warren announced
his retirement at the end of the
current school year, marking
the end of a remarkable 31-year
career in education, with 25 years
dedicated to administrative roles.
Dr. Jim Thompson,
Superintendent of Screven
County Schools, commended
Mr. Warren for his decades of
service, expressing gratitude for
his wisdom, humility, and hard
work. “Mr. Warren has been a
dedicated and integral part of
our school system, leaving a
lasting impact on students and
colleagues alike,” stated Dr.
Thompson.
With the retirement of Mr.
Warren, the Board of Education
has appointed Brian Scott to
assume the role of Assistant
Superintendent. Scott, known for
his commitment to education,
brings a wealth of experience to
the position.
In a series of additional
changes, Billy Pollock has been
selected to step into the role of
High School Principal, while
Brett Warren has announced his
RETIREMENT AFTER A 3 1-YEAR CAREER
IN EDUCATION. PHOTO BY S. SAXON.
Kyle Reynolds will take on the
responsibilities of Assistant
Principal. These appointments
aim to ensure a smooth transition
and continued excellence in the
educational leadership of Screven
County.
In another announcement, Dr.
Whit Myers shared his decision
to resign from the Board of
Education. Dr. Myers has been
an esteemed figure in education,
with a career spanning 45 years.
Beginning as a teacher in 1979,
he joined Screven County in
1996 as the Principal of Screven
County Elementary School. His
SEE BOARD ON PAGE 7
Controversial Bill
Threatens Georgia
Libraries
Supporters say ALA holds Marxist ideologies
-Joe Brady. Editor
In a quiet legislative move, Senate Bill 390 (SB390) is making
its way through the Georgia Senate, sparking concerns as it loosens
restrictions on librarian certifications and targets funding for programs
associated with the American Library Association (ALA). Sponsored
by twenty-two Republican lawmakers, the bill has ignited a debate
over the role of the ALA and the potential impact on libraries across the
state.
The senators championing SB390 include Sen. Larry Walker,
Sen. Greg Dolexal, Sen. Blake Tillery, Sen. John Alberts, Sen. Billy
Hickman, Sen. Shawn Still, Sen. Brandon Beach, Sen. Steve Gooch,
Sen. Carden Summers, Sen. Brian Strickland, Sen. Matt Brass, Sen.
Max Bums, Sen. Ed Setzler, Sen. Jason Anavitarte, Sen. Mike Hodges,
Sen. Lee Anderson, Sen. Clint Dixon, Sen. Ben Watson, Sen. John
Kennedy, Sen. Russ Goodman, Sen. Ricky Williams, and Sen. Marty
Harbin.
A critical aspect of SB390 is its loosening ,
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