Hurricane Helene

By Amanda Manning • September 26, 2024
Brooks County Residents and surrounding areas should precautions as Hurricane Helene makes it way towards the Florida Coast.
2024 Election Results

2024 Election Results

Amanda Manning • November 6, 2024

Trump’s iconic photograph. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images

National--Election results are in for national elections and state elections. They are as follows:


President of the US--Donald J. Trump (Rep)

US House of Representatives - District 8-Austin Scott (I) (Rep)

State Senate - District 11--Sam Watson (I) (Rep)

State House of Representatives - District 175--John LaHood (I) (Rep)

District Attorney - Southern Judicial Circuit--Brad Shealy (I) (Rep)

Clerk of Superior Court-Belinda Wheeler (I) (Rep)

Sheriff--Mike Dewey (I) (Rep)

Tax Commissioner--Becky Rothrock (I) (Rep)

County Commission - District 4--Myra Exum (I) (Rep)

County Commission - District 5--James Maxwell (I) (Dem)

County BOE - At Large--Kanan Simpson (Rep)

County Board of Education District 1--Andrew Shiver (Rep)

County Board of Education District 3--Elizabeth Thomas (I) (Dem)

County Board of Education District 5--Tenjurie Thomas (I) (Dem).


There were two proposed Constitutional Amendments. The first amendment was "The proposed amendment authorized the state legislature to implement a statewide local-option homestead exemption from ad valorem taxes. The exemption must be uniformly applicable to each county, consolidated government, municipality, or local school system beginning January 1, 2025."

The second one was "This amendment created the Georgia Tax Court with statewide jurisdiction as provided by law. The Georgia Tax Court was set to have concurrent jurisdiction with the state business court and superior courts in equity cases. A superior court could order the removal of a case to the business court or tax court.

Georgia Tax Court judges would serve terms of four years and be appointed by the governor with approval by the Senate Judiciary Committee and House Committee on Judiciary. The state legislature was authorized under the amendment to provide for the number of judges on the court and the qualifications to serve." (ballotpedia 2024).


Amendment 1 passed with a "Yes" but Amendment 2 did not pass.

The Statewide referendum Question A was, "Yes".


Congratulations to all who won.









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By Amanda Manning • September 26, 2024
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By Georgia State Patrol Press Release • September 4, 2024
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By Georgia State Patrol Press Release • September 4, 2024
COLQUITT CO – The GBI is investigating a use-of-force incident death involving a Trooper and a 44-year-old Pavo man.  On Thursday, August 22, 2024, at about 2:30 p.m., a Georgia State Trooper was patrolling in Colquitt County, Georgia near State Road 33 and Lanier Road. While in the area, the trooper noticed Kennedy driving a blue 4-wheeler on SR33. The Trooper was aware of recent thefts and burglaries in the area involving a blue 4-wheeler. The Trooper followed Kennedy and attempted to pull him over using the emergency lights on his patrol car. Kennedy did not stop and drove away on the 4-wheeler. The Trooper chased him through several fields, a ditch, and back to the highway. While driving through another field during the chase, Kennedy turned the 4-wheeler into the Trooper’s patrol car, causing the 4-wheeler to overturn. Kennedy then ran away. The Trooper and a GSP K-9 chased Kennedy, and the K-9 caught up to and bit Kennedy to stop him. The Trooper handcuffed Kennedy and noticed that Kennedy had an injury from the bite. EMS and local deputies who responded to assist gave Kennedy medical treatment on the scene. Kennedy was taken to a hospital in Macon for treatment for his injuries. He later died at the hospital on Tuesday, August 27th in the early afternoon. Kennedy will be taken to the GBI Crime Lab for an autopsy. The investigation is active and ongoing. Once complete, the case will be provided to Southern Judicial Circuit District Attorney Brad Shealy for review

Kick off to Autumn

By Amanda Manning • September 4, 2024
September is the ninth month of year and this month is one all of us in the south look forward too. Why? Well, September is the first month of the change of season for us- Cooler temperatures we all hope for. So, why not kick off September with not only Labor Weekend but some fun festive excitement. Pavo Peacock Center presents their September 7, 2024 Car & Truck Show. This event brings all types of models to one location with a scattering of vendors and raffles, and more. Located at 2061 McDonald St., Pavo, GA; this event is sure to have something for everyone. Bring the entire family, enjoy your day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. See everyone there!
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