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Hall and Co. opens in Buena Vista See all stories in the 11-17-21 newspaper Area Schools Beat State Average for Grad Rates Schley High prepares for state playoffs as historic football season continues Stewart awarded $160,000 for water system MCHS honors No. 1 Fan and 'The Voice' Chattco falls to fellow Top 10 team, but advances to State Football Playoffs See all stories in the 11-10-21 newspaper Ellaville Woman Arrested in Shooting Death Windstream, Sumter EMC to Expand Broadband Magnolia Manor of Marion wins National Award Dove Award winning, Grammy nominated The Martins to play Moon Family Theatre See all stories in the 11-3-21 newspaper Marion Co. Administrator Resigns after 2 Months Preston hosts Olde Tyme Country Fair Schley downs Chattco in Battle of Top 10 Teams Marion County Superintendent Retiring See all stories in the 10-27-21 newspaper Premier Literary Publication visits Buena Vista Ellaville welcomes launch of fiber internet network Marion Schools get $642,600 in Tech Funds New Ellaville Fall Festival is a Hit SCHS advances to Sweet 16 of State Playoffs See all stories in the 10-20-21 newspaper Marion men carve out names for themselves Who has Cusseta's best scarecrow? Moon Family Theatre has big weekend with Performance Academy and Janelle Arthur Concert Schley High gets big technology grant Webster Schools get 'connectivity' funds See all stories in the 10-13-21 newspaper Run for the Fallen honors military heroes and families For Those Who Can't Big tax hike in Marion – sort of, but not really Coat & Hoodie Giveway is Saturday in Cusseta Marion Comm. approves bid for repair of bridges Top 10 ranked Chattco topples Talbotton 79-0 See all stories in the 10-6-21 newspaper Marion 'Bridge Blues' May Soon Be Over American Idol Finalist to perform in Buena Vista 'Fair Count' visits Schley County Ball Brothers bring distinctive Christian music sound to Buena Vista See all stories in the 9-29-21 newspaper Buena Vista gets $6 million federal grant Marion man arrested in big-time theft case Schley High installs Freedom Shrine Hall of Famer performs in Buena Vista Run for the Fallen is heading to Ellaville, Buena Vista, Cusseta, etc. See all stories in the 9-22-21 newspaper Ellaville Manufacturer to Expand and Relocate Marion man moved to show big patriotism Chatt. Comm. gets good news, joins transit, etc. Minter earns Revenue Administration Certificate Quinceanera arrives in rural Georgia See all stories in the 9-15-21 newspaper Census Shows Big Loss in Local Populations Chatt. Co. sets local tax rate, etc. Volunteer firefighters douse fire in Buena Vista Apartment She put the 'Ella' in Ellaville District Attorney Indicted See all stories in the 9-8-21 newspaper Chattco Rodeo Ropes in 2,000 spectators Family Connection Reestablished in Marion Ellaville to get New Fall Festival BV's Rural America Festival is Postponed Seriously Funny show with seriously good music held at Moon Family Theatre in Buena Vista See all stories in the 9-1-21 newspaper Area Schools' Scores Slide Amid Pandemic Bridge dedicated in memory of fallen hero Big-Time Rodeo in Cusseta this weekend Buena Vista resident releases Gospel recording From the Publisher: Effectively Zero See all stories in the 8-25-21 newspaper 'Funniest Mom in America' to perform in BV Buena Vista City Council Passes Mask Mandate Latavia's Closet holds Back-to-School Bash Schley Commission passes 3 new ordinances See all stories in the 8-18-21 newspaper Marion Commission hires County Administrator Chatt. Co. officials propose tax rate, unveil pricing for internet service, more US Senate candidate visits Buena Vista, Cusseta, Ellaville, Richland, Preston West Central Health District warns of High Covid Transmission Rate Many answer 'Yes' to the question: Can YOU Cross Country? See all stories in the 8-11-21 newspaper Buena Vista says get ready for higher water bills Professional Rodeo is coming to Cusseta Ingram is sole finalist for Webster Superintendent Lumpkin hosts Dedication Ceremony for Mural The Journal wins WG Sutlive Trophy for Community Service from Ga. Press Association See all stories in the 8-4-21 newspaper BV Planning & Zoning Board wants to increase minimum size required for mobile home lots Ellaville native is enjoying new role as family doctor in Buena Vista Chattahoochee County officials get good news about Tax Digest Two-time Georgia Country Music Artist of the Year performs in Buena Vista MCHS hosts Second Chance Graduation See all stories in the current newspaper Ellaville's Old 'Gym' to be demolished 'Rural America' gets new life in Buena Vista Moon Family Theatre hosts Rockland Road Ellaville's Taylor is Gymnastics National Champ See all stories in the 7-21-21 newspaper Family group with prestigious pedigree is coming to perform in Buena Vista Cusseta government readies launch of its own internet service Buena Vista resident has own TV show Weston native to be Opening Day speaker for Stewart County School System Bair named Marion Co. Recreation Director See all stories in the current newspaper Fireworks, Food, Fun & More highlight first Freedom on The Square festival in Buena Vista Schley grad is National Baseball Champion Big Expansion begins for Chatt. Library Boss B's Smoke BBQ opens in Buena Vista See all stories in the 7-7-21 newspaper Big Weekend planned in Buena Vista Webster Co. Superintendent is Retiring Webster BOE names Interim Superintendent Dre Hilton electrifies crowd in Buena Vista Schley officials discuss federal Recovery funds Young Marion golfer is Player of the Year See all stories in the 6-30-21 newspaper 'Elvis' and Performance Academy Campers rock Moon Family Theatre in Buena Vista Schedule for Freedom on the Square in BV Safety concerns addressed for new BV festival Ellaville groups, churches host Kids Cafe to feed local children Chiropractor sets up shop in Buena Vista See all stories in the 6-23-21 newspaper Marion Commission approves equipment funding, discusses 'Dump', declines fireworks funding Chattahoochee BOE to refinance bonds; County exploring Animal Control with Fort Benning Schley High grad to play in College World Series Bethel UMC enters 100th year with renewed efforts Elvis has left the building (But he's coming back) See all stories in the June 16, 2021 issue 3 House Fires in 4 Days in Marion County Marion officials asked to help with new event, Freedom on the Square Ellaville's Taylor is State Gymnastics Champ Red tape keeps Cusseta Splash Pad dry for now in Cusseta Hair Nation opens in Buena Vista See all stories in the 6-9-21 newspaper Small Town Crime Derails BV Development Preston resident pleads guilty to distribution of child pornography Chattahoochee Professional Rodeo Series is coming to Cusseta MCHS Class of 2021 Eagles ready to soar into the future See all stories in the 6-2-21 newspaper City of Buena Vista expects to receive $646,828 in federal government 'Rescue' funds Schley Co. High grads encouraged to push past any perceived limitations Chattco Panthers graduate with 'One Heartbeat' Moon Family Theatre hosts Adam Calvert Webster's Class of 2021 is small in size, but grads are encouraged to make their mark Buena Vista has huge response for Youth Soccer Leagues See all stories in the 5-26-21 newspaper Counterfeit Pills Lead to Local Overdoses Marion officials give okay to new festival and tackle many other local issues Cusseta is losing money to Columbus due to errors with licenses process Stewart Schools to get $254,720 Grant Performance Academy to host Open House See all stories in the 5-19-21 newspaper Springtime Ellaville returns bigger and better Stewart County gets $549,000 loan BV business branches out with cigars See all stories in the 5-12-21 newspaper New Georgia law is named in honor of Marion County teenager Chatt. Co. High has six seniors earn prestigious Georgia Scholar status It will take a lot to save the 'Old Gym' in downtown Ellaville SCHS wins TWO Region Track Titles See all stories in the current newspaper Local family makes big investment in BV Ellaville native keeps shining on country stage Area counties are lagging behind in broadband internet access Fox Hall saves MCHS Prom New book spotlights Short family history See all stories in the current issue of The Journal Marion deputies help solve stolen ATV case Holy Smoke! Cooking Contest raises $15,266 Ellaville's 'Old Gym' to be focus of Town Hall Chatt. Co. High STAR Student & STAR Teacher Historic Marion County Courthouse to get facelift with repairs and painting Marion Co. High STAR Student & STAR Teacher Austin Lewis rocks Fox Hall See all stories in the April 21, 2021 issue of The Journal 'Corner Station' being renovated in Buena Vista Chattahoochee Co. Commission passes $5.2 million financing resolution Schley Co. High names STARs CCMHS accepts Military Flagship School Award Ellaville Council approves funding for Fireworks Fox Hall hosts Channel Xero and BV's own Jordan Moses See all stories in the April 14, 2021 issue of The Journal Schley wins 5th Straight Region Baseball Title Marion County native pens children's book Karate Center of Cusseta is for more than kicks Ellaville man is First Responder of the Month BoDean & the Poachers play Fox Hall in BV No More Flight Worries See all stories in the April 7, 2021 issue of The Journal Schley High has State Robotics Champion and Runner-Up Buena Vista Planning & Zoning Board still waiting on response from City Council Chatt-Marion Unit is Forestry Unit of the Year Ellaville resident is SGTC GOAL winner Chattahoochee County officials discuss water improvements, possibility of public transit See all stories in the March 31, 2021 issue of The Journal 'Share the Season' is closing in Buena Vista Cusseta showcases local artists in old City Hall Webster Schools get 'Mudcat Field' Ellaville-Schley swings into Youth Ball Season Downtown Buena Vista now has TWO venues offerinig live music performances Chattahoochee-ABM deal still on track after big Town Hall Meeting See all stories in the March 24, 2021 issue of The Journal Marion Commission approves raise in deputy starting pay Chattahoochee County officials OK Courtroom project, continue ABM debate Schley Commission discusses Old Gym, trash, etc. Marion Schools take 'Shot' at Pandemic 'Springtime Ellaville' is back for 2021 See all stories in the March 17, 2021 issue of The Journal Chattahoochee County Commission Makes A Bold Move with $5.25 Million Loan, ABM Contract (Proposal moves forward, contract not signed) Local man's home ransacked in break-in State Election Board sends Stewart County case to State Attorney General Chattco Panthers fall just shy of playing in State Championship Game See all stories in the March 10, 2021 issue of The Journal Moon Family Theatre to host Ellaville native Logan Pilcher Chattco Dunks Foes to Advance to Final Four in State Championship Tournament BV Council chooses engineer for big project Porter is SGTC Student of Excellence See all stories in the March 3, 2021 issue of The Journal Ellaville man with long rap sheet headed to federal prison Alleged drug dealer arrested in Buena Vista Chattco Wins Region Basketball Title State Election Board sends Webster County complaint to State Attorney General Rezoning request for drive-in, concert venue is grounded in Marion County Baseball is Back! Diamonds shine again after Coronavirus struck out 2020 season See all stories in the current issue of The Journal Out-of-town criminals nabbed locally Longtime local resident pens book Schley officials review new equipment, ask attorney about trash problems, etc. Chattahoochee County Commission discusses ambulance zone, status of cemetery, much more BV Council OKs Alcohol License, etc. See all stories in the current issue of The Journal Big Goals Established for Marion Co. Recreation Buena Vista Baseball Legend is finally recognized by MLB Chattco Panthers improve to 9-1 Schley updates Disaster Mitigation Plan MCHS has 3 football players sign to keep playing after high school - and - Tymes inks tennis scholarship with GSU Schley Co. High players sign with colleges Help stop discrimination against female athletes See all stories in the current issue of The Journal Chatt. Superintendent to help state with Vaccine Rollout for Schools Marion Co. VFD Burglarized, Vandalized State, local schools make progress with Graduation Rates Marion County VITA program has helped many local families Buena Vista Municipal Court Fines See all stories in the Feb. 3, 2021 issue of The Journal Chatt. Commission has new members, names new EMA Director, hears zoning complaint Federal judge keeps Calhoun behind bars Area nurses join forces; Local Health Departments have given 1,184 shots of vaccine so far Hinman named Webster BOE Vice Chair Marion looks to spruce up Courthouse When it pays more to not work See all stories in the Jan. 27, 2021 issue of The Journal Former BV resident arrested for storming Capitol Future of 'Old Gym' in Ellaville in question CCMHS wins Military Flagship School Award Stewart Co. to get huge 'Solar Farm' Local Health Departments get off to busy start administering the COVID-19 vaccination Marion County Manager Resigns See alll stories in the Jan. 20, 2021 issue of The Journal Local Store Robbed at Gunpoint Fox Hall in Buena Vista reopens with new owners Register retires as Schley Co. Tax Commissioner Cusseta looking to display local art Health Departments offering Covid Vaccine See all stories in the Jan. 13, 2020 issue of The Journal Phoebe warns of 'Dangerous and Deadly Phase' Week-by-Week Review of Coronavirus in Marion County since the start of the Pandemic Panthers are Hanging in the Top 10 Schley County High grad made impact as freshman for Auburn University Chatt. County's Marion retires as Clerk of Superior Court Wade takes office as Chatt. Co.'s new Clerk of Superior Court See all stores in the Jan. 6, 2021 issue of The Journal Outgoing Chatt. Co. BOE members honored Ellaville musicians make Top 30 Rolling Stone List 'No Tears for Christmas' successful thanks to Hadley and fellow volunteers Young is honored for service in Marion See all stories in the Dec. 30, 2020 issue of The Journal Marion approves agreement for airport hangars Area resident killed in tragic fire Richland business gets GLOBE Award Lightner Family hosts Harvest Day Webster Co. announces Teacher of the Year See all stories in the Dec. 23, 2020 issue of The Journal Buena Vista Council Passes Mask Mandate Murrays Ressurrect Family Tradition and Raise Christmas Star in Marion County Deer Creek Road in Schley County offers unbelievable Christmas displays Chatt. BOE Earns 'Distinguished' Status Buena Vista Mayor addresses concerns about missing Christmas Lights, Decorations See all stories in the Dec. 16, 2020 issue of The Journal Longtime Marion BOE Members Honored ABM proposal to Chatt. Co. would have required big investment Sis & Savvy Opens in Ellaville Chatt. Co. Education Center holds Modernization Project Ribbon Cutting What Was The Point? See all stories in the Dec. 9, 2020 issue of The Journal BV Council to codify laws, restart animal control Christmas @ Coffee Club offers magical weekend Cusseta officials vote down offer from ABM See all stories in the 12-2-20 issue of The Journal MCMHS moves to virtual classes due to COVID-19 Cusseta officials look to gain local control of EMS/Ambulance Zone Turkeys were tossed in Ellaville 'Notorious RVG Bus' stops in Buena Vista MCHS wins Sportsmanship Award Big Christmas Event set at Coffee Club in BV See all stories in the Nov. 25, 2020 newspaper Marion officials face tough budget decisions Cusseta Hometown Heroes Honored Ellaville Church Honors 12 Women Webster BOE deals with COVID-19 Stewart High celebrates high grad rate Chattco Panthers roll to 8-0 See all stories in the Nov. 18, 2020 issue of The Journal Marion Elderly Exploitation Conviction Overturned LK Moss Elementary School moves back to distance learning due to COVID-19 Chatt. Co. Coffee Shop featured by Rural Schools Collaborative CCEC announces Teacher of the Year Chattco beats Schley to improve to 7-0 See all stories in the 11-11-20 issue ELECTION RESULTS CCMH Names Teacher of the Year Region 5A Cross Country Championship State Superintendent Visits Local Schools Swamp Fox Distilling Company's King's Town Rye earns Gold Medal See all stories in the 11-4-20 issue of The Journal Local Voters are Setting Turnout Records Schley County High Lady Cats score big wins in State Playoffs Young MCHS team makes it to 'Sweet 16' Marion officials discuss status of road projects Buena Vista's Josh Gibson featured on special double bobblehead with Satchel Paige See all stories in the Oct. 28, 2020 issue of The Journal Marion's Wells Family launches Georgia Native Cattle Company Ellaville Council gives OK for new liquor store Webster BOE looks to continue to improve remote instruction Chattahoochee County Commission discusses various road projects Pandemic creates stinky situation for trash company Schley County High junior named to State Advisory Board See all stories in the Oct. 21, 2020 issue of The Journal New Board wants BV Council to address blighted areas, vacant buildings, and to pause new permits Area COVID-19 Update Chatt. Co. wins 6-0 'Slobber Knocker' over rival Marion County High School Schley Co. gets grant, welcomes deputy clerk See all stories in the Oct. 14, 2020 issue of The Journal Fires Destroy Home and Damage Building in Marion Butterfly Cosmetics Glam House Opens in BV Event held in downtown Buena Vista in spite of City Council vote for it to be moved Bobby Miller Memorial Fishing Rodeo for Kids is held in Schley County Marion slips by Schley in overtime victory See all stories in the Oct. 7, 2020 issue of The Journal Buena Vista City Council looks to overcome personal conflicts, etc. in order to move ahead Cautious Optimism: Area's COVID-19 numbers on decline Phase II of Marion Co. Airport Project Takes Off Eleven teams compete in four races at 5th Annual Marion Co. XC Invitational Lies, Gaffes, and 'Hmmm'? See all stories in the Sept. 30, 2020 issue of The Journal Accident knocks out power, etc. in Buena Vista 'Most Wanted' Fugitive arrested in Webster Armed Robbery in Buena Vista Ellaville native honored after TV career in Buffalo Wildcats Knock Off No. 2 Wilcox Marijuana 'Farm' Busted in Schley Co. See all stories in the Sept. 23, 2020 issue of The Journal Buena Vista Mayor Ignores City Council Vote ChattCo Football Team Slams Class 4A Shaw High to improve to 2-0 Fire Destroys House in Buena Vista Man arrested for sexual crimes in Sumter County may face charges in Marion County Area counties at risk of losing out due to low Census response rate; Here's How To Count See all stories in the Sept. 16, 2020 issue of The Journal Farm 41 Home Decor & More opens in BV Indoor Flea Market Opens in Oakland BV Council gets help helping Senior Center Stewart School Police Chief graduates from Chief Executive Training Marion child to be featured in 'Bright Lights of Broadway' in NYC See all stories in the Sept. 9, 2020 issue of The Journal Marion Co. Grounds Airport Agreement Sign of the Times in Preston Fishing 'Rodeo' held in Marion County See all stories in the Sept. 2, 2020 issue of The Journal Buena Vista's 'Dr. Dan' leaving local practice Chatt. Co. has 1st National AP Scholar Webster County volunteers help get kids ready to go back to school MCHS 2014 Eagles football team deemed 2nd best Team of the Decade Many local families are eligible for federal Panemic Relief Payment See all stories in the August 26, 2020 issue of The Journal Marion Co. Schools announce phased in plan to return students for in-person instruction Ellaville's Hammack releases debut album Webster Schools gear up to offer in-person and remote learning, Sept. 8th Lady Eagles swing into 5-game winning steak See all stories in the August 19, 2020 issue of The Journal Schley Schools suffer first COVID-19 setback Coffee Club Re-Opens in Buena Vista Cusseta looks to get more money from hotel tax BV Senior Center dealing with serious issues Schley Co. High School senior is a top football prospect according to Sports Illustrated Theiss painting donated to preserve local history See all stories in the August 12, 2020 issue of The Journal Marion School Start is Delayed and Moved to All Online/Virtual Schley School Year starts with 78% in person and 22% of students opting for online Chatt. Co. Schools to implement unique 'Hybrid Model' with online only option, too Marion Co. native pens children's book BV Mayor holds Virtual Town Hall See all stories in the Aug. 5, 2020 issue of The Journal Proposed residential development in Cusseta is back on drawing board with a new name Ellaville's Hudson makes Miraculous Recovery Former BV business owner publishes memoir 'Hidden Canyon' is likely to remain so in Marion Subdivison Chatt. Co. looking at exciting potential projects See all stories in the July 29, 2020 issue of The Journal Marion Renews Water/Roads Contract, Denies Alcohol License, Hears Complaints Ellaville awards contract for well, keeps pause on for start of youth sports Webster County Schools announce Safety Plan Area Counties Participate in Bible Reading Marathon Marion Co. Schools consider various safety factors See all stories in the July 22, 2020 issue of The Journal BV Police Officers to get Body Cameras Chatt. Co. names new Head Girls Basketball Coach New Schley Manager lays out management plan Marion residents participate in Fair Count meeting Local vocalist is in Joy FM Contest See all stories in the July 15, 2020 issue of The Journal Marion Contract: Clear Sailing or End of the Road? Public asked to help solve Arson and Break-In Cases in Marion County Stewart County Sees Virus Cases Spike Chatt. Co. Schools Release Re-Opening Plan The Journal earns 9 awards from the Georgia Press Association See all stories in the July 8, 2020 issue of The Journal Marion native to retire after impressive Army career Chatt. Co. High hires Webster's Battle as Head Boys Basketball Coach Young man under suspicion of drug dealing Marion Co. Schools to offer online option WCHS Basketball Star Signs Scholarship See all stories in the July 1, 2020 issue of The Journal Chatt. Co. High Hires New Head Football Coach Marion Commission moves to save $591,000 Schley Co. Names New County Manager Marion to crack down on illegal dumping See all stories in the June 24, 2020 issue of The Journal DFCS Offices in Marion and Schley Counties may be forced to close Man is lucky to be alive after dramatic wreck Rural America Festival Canceled Marion gives conditional okay on rezoning See all stories in the June 17, 2020 issue of The Journal ELECTION RESULTS Protesters in Buena Vista hope to help transcend racism and promote equality Chatt. officials vote to change charter to allow manager to live out of county Rep. Greene to introduce legislation to repeal Citizen's Arrest Law So Long, Yosemite Sam See all stories in the June 10, 2020 issue of The Journal Chase leads to arrest of alleged drug dealer Ellaville business ordered to remove unit Buena Vista Nursing Home reports nine COVID-19 cases Area Coronavirus Update Marion County High Athletes earn college track scholarships See all stories in the June 3, 2020 issue of The Journal Marion County man to help with plan to restart Georgia's public schools Schley Looking for New County Manager Webster Co. BOE plans big budget cut Marion County High Class of 2020 enjoys unique Graduation Ceremony Schley High Graduation Ceremony includes special 'Pandemic Parade' Fly High, Super Dog See all stories in the May 27, 2020 issue of The Journal Performance Academy to close permanently Stevens Street Inn Opens in Ellaville Chattahoochee Co. High Class of 2020 celebrates graduation with unique ceremony 400+ Marion Co. kids sign up for free meals See all stories in the May 20, 2020 issue of The Journal Perry Bros. to buy Coleman Grocery Webster Co. High hosts Drive-Thru Graduation Transcending Enterprises of Ellaville helps employees help themselves Two Lady Eagles will continue athletics at the collegiate level Dear Teacher, You Lied See all stories in the May 13, 2020 issue of The Journal Omaha Brewing steps up to join businesses in battle against pandemic Man killed when truck rams tractor Area High Schools begin to move forward with graduation plans Area residents asked to 'Adopt A Graduate' See all stories in the May 6, 2020 issue of The Journal Local Murder Suspect Captured in Arizona Kirksey resigns as MCHS Head Football Coach Longtime assistant is new MCHS Head Coach Area COVID-19 Update Marion Co. School System teams up with USDA and Baylor to offer 'Meals-to-You' Here's how area high schools came out in ranking from US News & World Report See all stories in the April 29, 2020 issue of The Journal Area appears to still be climbing toward peak of Coronavirus Pandemic Local woman shares story of fighting COVID-19 Schley Community shows support for family of first local COVID-19 fatality Minter's dream of playing in NFL may soon become a reality Richland business adds masks, button headbanks to inventory to help fight pandemic Ready or Not, Here We Go See all stories in the April 22, 2020 issue of The Journal Map shows Southwest Georgia becoming COVID-19 Hot Spot Armageddon Gear shifts to make facemasks; Swamp Fox ramps up sanitizer production Chatt. Co. Family Connection Director Resigns Marion Comm. agrees to be fiscal agent for school grant, hires new EMS Director, and more Statements from Local Candidates Election Day is Pushed Back See all stories in the April 15, 2020 issue of The Journal Schley has area's first death linked to COVID-19; WCHD announces local testing in area towns High School Seniors share experience of missing opportunities, milestones due to Pandemic Prayer Drive held in Marion County Most Local Small Businesses may qualify for Paycheck Protection Program Local Census Response Rates are Low See all stories in the April 8, 2020 issue of The Journal Yes, COVID-19 Is Here Ellaville-Schley impose restrictions to help contain spread of virus Should Marion County become a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary County? Stewart Co. passes Emergency Health Ordinance Chatt. Co. declares Local State of Emergency Webster Co. issues Declaration of Emergency BV-Marion Co. Emergency Order is Expanded Find the Beauty See all stories in the April 1, 2020 issue of The Journal Swamp Fox shifts from Whiskey to Hand Sanitizer BV and Marion Governments issue Joint Executive Order that includes Curfew for Buena Vista Ellaville-Schley Joint Executive Order includes Curfew for Most Residents ChattCo: Buildings Closed, but School is Open Heart to Heart steps in to serve Marion students It's Starting to Get Real See all stories in the March 25, 2020 issue of The Journal Marion residents speak out on road conditions Stewart County Mural Dedication marks new era Local doctor gives advice and hopes residents will help reduce virus impact See the front page and page 3 for tons of info on the Coronavirus and the Local Impact so far 'Fair Count' Comes to Ellaville Don't Just Be Young, Foolish, Happy See all stories in the March 18, 2020 issue of The Journal Two Arrested for Murder in Marion County 84 Candidates Qualify for Local Elections Chattahoochee Co. Commission honors Local Complete Count Committee F&S Boutique Opens in Ellaville Marion's McPherson is Coach of the Year See all stories in the March 11, 2020 issue of The Journal Webster Co. location raided in federal operation Meth Arrest made in Buena Vista Ralwins Art Gallery to showcase work of late Ellaville artist, Lois Theiss Stewart Co. High announces STARs Chatt. Co. voters to cast ballots on SPLOST See all stories in the March 4, 2020 issue of The Journal Ellaville native, TCHS grad receives Caldecott Medal Stewart County Historical Commission invites public to Mural Dedication Marion Co. High students get hands-on, work-based learning Marion County High Eagles sweep pair of double-headers to improve to 6-0 See all stories in the Feb. 26, 2020 issue of The Journal Chattahoochee County Sheriff's Office announces arrests from burglary to theft of services Marion Commission approves new roof, tweaks pay for EMS Department, and more Dedicated animal lovers pull off 'Puppy Rescue' in Ellaville Chattahoochee Co. High School names STARs Tymes receives Al Parker Jr Player of Year Award ChattCo Schools name Teacher of the Year See all stories in the Feb. 19, 2020 issue of The Journal Buena Vista City Council votes to bring Police Department into digital era Historic Hogg House is getting new life with Phillips in Ellaville State Inspector releases info on BV Fire See all stories in the Feb. 12, 2020 issue of The Journal City of Buena Vista faces $4.67 million mandate Webster BOE discusses Distinguished Application Marion approves $1.29 million to pave road HISTORY UP IN SMOKE Businesses Deal Aftermath of Fire BV Fire Chief Gives Update, Thanks Responders Keep On Smiling See all stories in the Feb. 5, 2020 issue of The Journal Fire Destroys Historic Buena Vista Buildings Chatt. Co. BOE has new chair, hires new high school principal and football coach Webster Co. High names STARs Pappa's Kitchen opens in Buena Vista Chattahoochee-Marion Forestry Unit is the North Zone Unit of the Year See all stories in the Jan. 29, 2020 issue of The Journal Chattahoochee County Chamber of Commerce celebrates progress at Annual Dinner Marion Settles Jail Suicide Lawsuit Webster Senior Joins 2,000 Point Club Ellaville Hosts MLK, Jr. Celebration Schley High names STAR Student and Teacher Marion Co. High names 2 sets of STARs The Check Engine Light Is On See all stories in the Jan. 22, 2019 issue of The Journal Buena Vista Mayor baton is passed from big brother to little brother Schley County High Wildcats named Class A Baseball Team of the Decade LK Moss is Title I Reward School Golden Hearts opens in Buena Vista See all stories in the Jan. 15, 2020 issue of The Journal Ranger Burger Returns to Cusseta Marion approves $1.2 million contract for Phase II of Airport Improvement Project See all stories in the January 8, 2020 issue of The Journal Public asked to be on look out for murder suspect New Festival is Coming to Buena Vista Wow! 1st full-scale production from local Performance Academy thrills sell-out crowds See all stories in the Dec. 31, 209 issue of The Journal Magnolia Manor of Marion receives big honor See all stories in the Dec. 24, 2019 issue of The Journal Resilient Eagles Soar to Earn State Football Runner-Up Trophy Richland Distilling Company wins Georgia GLOBE Award Cusseta Hosts Annual Christmas Parade A Scarf and the Trophy Nobody Wanted See all stories in the Dec. 18 issue of the Journal Newspaper Archive - Earlier Stories Listen to the Entire Bible in 1 Year Online Subscribers click the image below to go straight to this week's pages. 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