Under sunny skies on Friday, May 23, 2025, 188 Banks County High School seniors marked the culmination of their academic journey with a traditional graduation ceremony on the Banks County Football field. As the familiar strains of "Pomp and Circumstance" filled the air, the graduating class …
Bubbles in the water coming from Well #5 has led to numerous discussions from the Maysville City Council on how to address the problem. The city agreed last month to fund additional testing at the well site but citizens are continuing to complain about the condition of the water.
Spark by Hilton Commerce has been awarded Hilton’s Outstanding Make It Right Award.
The Maysville City Council will meet at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 2, at the meeting room located in downtown Maysville.
The Maysville City Council will meet at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 2, at the meeting room located in downtown Maysville.
At the May Banks County Board of Education meeting, spring student-athletes who excelled during the athletic season were recognized.
A paper products company that's been in Macon since 2008 will invest $418 million to expand its local footprint, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday.
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Tenley Haney was named honorable mention All State. She is a member of the Banks County High School tennis team.
Banks County High School celebrated one of its own on Wednesday, May 21st, as senior standout Kolby Watson officially signed his letter of intent to play collegiate basketball for Emmanuel Uni…
The Banks County Leopards baseball program is celebrating a successful season with a significant showing in the All-Region selections, as six standout players were recognized for their excepti…
The Banks County Varsity Leopards’ playoff journey concluded as they were swept on the road by the Washington County Golden Hawks in the Sweet Sixteen round of the State Playoffs. Defensive st…
The Banks County High School Leopards Track and Field team concluded their season with impressive performances at the recent State Championships. The girls’ team secured a commendable fourth-p…
Recent incidents reported to the Banks County Sheriff’s Office includes the following:
Incidents reported recently to the Banks County Sheriff’s Office include the following:
Incidents reported recently to the Banks County Sheriff’s Office includes the following:
The Banks County Sheriff’s Office assisted the ATF Atlanta, U.S. Marshal’s Office and ICE to apprehend Juan Carbajal-Montes in Banks County for his suspected involvement in a mass murder.
The Banks County Sheriff’s Office is warning kids to be alert for job scams.
There is a multi-awarded country song, written by Jamey Johnson and Bill Anderson, with a line about two soldiers in World War II in a black and white photo: “You can’t see what those shades of gray keep covered; You should have seen it in color.”
I first met Angie Bowen when we worked together as mentors at Foothills Regional High School several years ago. I was always so impressed with the kindness and comion she showed toward the…
As May comes to an end, summer is buzzing in like a June bee. We have about nine weeks to change things up and make memories with our friends and family that will last a lifetime.
BY JIM AND MARILYN GRIER
I can’t help but get a little proud this time of year. As I look through the newspaper and scroll social media, I see my students are graduating and all grown up. Trust me, if you spend 180 da…
Vendors are being taken for the Maysville Autumn Leaf Festival. The festival will be held Oct. 3-5 in downtown Maysville.
The 19th annual Alto Spring Fling will be held on Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The parade will be held at 10 a.m.
The Beautification Committee for the Maysville Downtown Development Authority (DDA) recently held a work day. Volunteers cleaned up Veterans Park and planted flowers.
The Beautification Committee for the Maysville Downtown Development Authority (DDA) recently held a work day. Volunteers cleaned up Veterans Park and planted flowers.
The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture (GFA) has announced a significant milestone: its Georgia Ag Experience (GAE) mobile classroom has officially visited all 159 counties in the state. This …
University of North Georgia (UNG) President Michael P. Shannon recognized students who achieved a 4.0 GPA during the spring 2025 semester. Students enrolled in 12 or more credit hours in bachelor’s degree programs who achieved a 4.0 grade point average were named to the President’s Honor Roll.
Banks County High School celebrated a memorable evening for the Athletic Department at the $10,000 Giveaway Dinner. The event was held at the Leopards Den 2.0. The event was a great success, r…
For the spring 2025 semester, the University of North Georgia (UNG) awarded almost 1,700 degrees and certificates to graduates. More than half of the graduates participated in the spring comme…
The Banks County School System has recently installed over 200 interactive boards in classrooms across the district, enhancing student engagement, collaboration, and innovation to better equip…
Mrs. Gilreath’s 4th-grade class at Banks County Elementary School has been named the first-place winner in the Georgia Foundation for Agriculture’s Spring 2025 STEM Challenge. They earned stat…
Mt. Olive Commerce will host its second annual The Market on Friday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 190 Mt. Olive Church Road, Commerce. “Come shop a wide variety of vendors offering everything from handmade crafts and unique jewelry to stylish Western wear,” church leaders said. “Enjoy ta…
Redeemed Baptist Church will host an Open Mic Night on Friday, June 6, at 6:30 p.m. at the church, located at 805 B Wilson Road.
Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 2405 Hwy 51 S, Lula, will host Vacation Bible School June 8 — 12 starting at 6 p.m. nightly with dismissal at 8:30 p.m. A meal will be served each night.
rBanks County Christian Learning Center recently held its annual Year-End Celebration. The event included music, testimonies from students and school leaders, remarks from area pastors and food.
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