Memito's Fresh Market opens in Buena Vista
Front Porch Coffee Club shines light
on depression, mental illness with benefit
More Videos and Photos from the Benefit
Frustration heats up as Cusseta's Splash Pad remains closed so far this summer
Ellaville City Council gets good reports
and welcomes new police officer
Swamp Fox Distillery barrels its first batch
See all stories in the current issue of The Journal
Council looks at options after 'trashing' of Center
GBI investigating deaths in Marion County
Chattahoochee Co. looks for new superintendent
Local artist to be featured
in 1-Person Show at Top Gallery
Newly formed Bee Beautiful
Garden Club to meet in Richland
Tymes races to next level with scholarship
The Journal welcomes Swan as intern
See all stories in the June 13, 2018 issue of The Journal
Tip from witness leads to burglary arrests
Buena Vista Police Chief is Retiring
Arrest made after stolen items advertised
on social media are found in Marion County
Front Porch Coffee Club to host Benefit
for 'To Write Love On Her Arms'
Ellaville's Brandon Wheeler to
headline Sumter EMC Annual Meeting
See all stories in the June 6, 2018 issue of The Journal
Tidwell: Marion County High is No. 1
academically in Chattahoochee-Flint RESA
Schley County Golf Team is State Runner-Up
Buena Vista gives big welcome to participants
of 10th and final Run/Ride Across Georgia
See all stories in the May 30, 2018 issue of The Journal
Break-Ins raise concern in Buena Vista
Ellaville officials discuss wide
range of topics of local concern
First BB3 Award Presented at 'ChattCo'
Marion Co. High Class of 2018 Graduation
Schley Co. High Class of 2018 Graduation
Election Results (Click Here & See Page 3)
See all stories in the May 23, 2018 issue of The Journal
2 Locals Arrested for Animal Cruelty
Local musician's new album, Providence Canyon, pays tribute to his Southwest Georgia roots
Whitley wins third straight State Title
Marion Schools get $500,000 Grant
Tazewell VFD gets Grant from Firehouse Subs
See all stories in the May 16, 2018 issue of The Journal
Chattahoochee Co. Chamber Candidates Forum
Post 3 • Post 4 • Post 5 • State House
Southwest Georgia Loses a Legend
Arrests Made in Local Burglary
Wills tapped to lead big state group
No. 1 ranked Schley High advances
in Class A State Baseball Playoffs
Stewart County High Class of 2018
honored at Superintendent's Luncheon
See all stories in the May 9, 2018 issue of The Journal
Pea Ridge Arts Fest draws talented artists, craftsmen, performers, and many visitors to BV
Marion Commission looks to help local
economy take off with big Airport Project
FINAL FOUR! MCHS Tennis Team is 1 win
away from playing for State Championship
Ellaville Welcomes Schley Seafood
See all stories in the May 2, 2018 issue of The Journal
Chattahoochee County BOE draws attention by
forming its own School Police Department
Woman sentenced in elder abuse case
Schley wins 3rd straight Region Baseball Title
Record crowd enjoys Taste of Richland
Devin Steen: No One Fights Alone!
MCHS' Myers Signs Basketball Scholarship
Trade Tariff Hits Home for Local Business
Pea Ridge Arts Fest is Sat., April 28 in BV!
See all stories in the April 25, 2018 issue of The Journal
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the Marion Co. FBLA Team in National Competition!
Marion FBLA competes at State
and advances to National Competition
Large Crowd helps Celebrate Expansion,
Renovation of Magnolia Manor of Marion County
Springtime Ellaville was a Big Hit
Developer makes proposal in Cusseta
DA's Office Confirms Federal Investigation
Schley Co. High has 2 College Signing Ceremonies
Austin Anthony-CSU • James Baker-Shasta College
SCHS Wins Region Track Title - x 2
See all stories in the April 18, 2018 issue of The Journal
BV City Council: Grass Cutting Bids,
Requests for New Liquor Licenses, and more
State officials check out Chatt. Co. High
Taste of Richland to offer 'Culinary Journey'
Holy Smoke! raises big $ for Children's Homes
Volunteers Clean Up Buena Vista City Park
5K Fun Run & Walk to kick off Arts Fest in BV
See all stories in the April 11, 2018 issue of The Journal
It's Time to Clean Up Marion County
Citizens asked to rally to help
local child who is battling cancer
Marion Wins Middle School Region Title
FSU 'Offers' Schley Co. Sophomore
See all stories in the April 4, 2018 issue of The Journal
Dawsey convicted of exploitation of elderly
Illegal Gambling Arrest in Lumpkin
Gutierrez Family celebrates its
latest new business development
Marion Co. Rec. Dept. Opening Day - PHOTOS
See all stories in the March 28, 2018 issue of The Journal
Recent crimes cause concern in Buena Vista
Streeter: 'There's a Lawsuit Coming'
Chatt. Co. Senior Signs with Clemson
Marion Commission hires private company
to operate Water and Road Departments
Ellaville is ready to 'Spring'
New Garden Club forms in Stewart County
See all stories in the March 21, 2018 issue of The Journal
Buena Vista City Council votes to kick Family Connection out of Josh Gibson Center
28 candidates qualify to seek
offices in upcoming local elections
Marion County Basketball Team
finishes as State Runner-Up
Schley Community Foundation celebrates
opening of New Playground
See all stories in the March 14, 2018 issue of The Journal
Marion defeats Terrell in Final Four
to advance to State Championship Game
ChattCo senior's hard work pays off
From Dream to Reality in Ellaville;
Volunteers Construct Playground
SCHLEY COUNTY STRONG
Schley County High Wildcats place 2nd
in State Weight Lifting Championship
See all stories in the March 14, 2018 issue of The Journal
FINAL FOUR! Marion County High advances to
Semi-Final of State Championship Tournament
Richland fires Police Chief, adopts water rates
Webster Co. High names STAR Student & Teacher
Schley breaks ground for Playground
Chatt. Co. Crowns Cook-Off Champions
Marion Chamber gets grant
for 'Outsider Odyssey Loop'
See all stories in the February 28, 2018 issue of The Journal
Marion Commission hears another
proposal for outsourcing services
Ellaville company disputes EPD order
Phoebe purchases land for new
medical clinic in Buena Vista
ChattCo High names STAR Student and Teacher
See all stories in the Feb. 21, 2018 issue of The Journal
New businesses bring life to historic station
On the Square in downtown
Buena Vista
Lady Eagles win Region 4A Championship
See all stories in the Feb. 14, 2018 issue of The Journal
New business offers 'Best of Stewart Co.'
Local man arrested for child porn
Chattahoochee Chamber hosts Annual Dinner
New water rates proposed in Marion
See all stories in the Feb. 7, 2018 of The Journal
Top Dawg visits Schley Co. Cats
Man accused in theft of $12,000+ worth of items
Clothes Closet to open in Cusseta
in memory of beloved Latavia Moore
Webster Co. native's artwork featured at CSU
Free Tax Help available in Buena Vista
A Sign that Political Correctness is Upon Us
See all stories in the Jan. 31, 2018 issue of The Journal
Marion officials pave way for new Dollar General, approve budget, and much more
EPD hits Ellaville business with enforcement order
See all stories in the Jan. 24, 2018 issue of The Journal
Council grants variance for downtown distillery
Spirited MLK Commemorative held in BV
New daycare center to open in Buena Vista
See all stories in the January 17, 2018 issue of The Journal
Fugitives wanted for child sex crimes
also arrested on local drug charges
Longtime fishing captain drops anchor in
red clay to form Buccaneer Seafood
Tribute to a True Lady
Schley Co. Community mourns loss of Gooding
SCHS has Georgia Player & Coach of Year
See all stories in the January 10, 2017 issue of The Journal
Marion County officials reviewing
proposed $5.03 million budget
Embrace 'The Suck' (Hard Times)
and learn from them this New Year
See all stories in the January 3, 2018 issue of The Journal
Popular local family loses
home to fire on Christmas Eve
Sheriff recovering after incident
with a crazed suspect
Buena Vista's Living Legend is
honored at 100th Birthday Bash
See all stories in the 12-27-17 issue of The Journal
Welch Family celebrates bringing 'Baby Eli' home
Marion County community mourns loss of
longtime grocer who was a friend to many
Marion Co. Performance Academy Christmas Show
See Photos or Watch Video Clips
Schley Co. Courthouse to House More Offices
See all stories in the Dec. 20, 2017 issue of The Journal
Swamp Fox Distilling Co. forms in Buena Vista
Man asks City Council for $100,000
to avoid potential injury lawsuit
Buena Vista City Council denies request for appeal from former director of Josh Gibson Center
Ellaville thanks outgoing mayor
Buena Vista names new Recreation Director
See all stories in the Dec. 13, 2017 issue of The Journal
BV Council has another emotional meeting
Cusseta hosts Annual Christmas Parade
Marion Co. may get another Dollar General
Whitley Twins make All State Softball Team
See all stories in the December 6, 2017 issue of The Journal
Marion County Commission seeks
to
honor Vietnam War Hero
Richland native, ChattCo grad
works to launch her acting career
Buena Vista Council looks at water rates,
unpaid invoice, and much more
Mayor clarifies info on former job
See all stories in the Nov. 29, 2017 issue of The Journal
BV Mayor shoots down rumors as fellow official seeks to keep brother out of J.G. Center
Schley County's Wheeler is named
Ga. Country Music Male Artist of Year
Harris is youngest to finish
the 2017 Soldier Marathon
Area residents serve as Captains
and Angels in Soldier Half Marathon
See all stories in the November 21, 2017 issue of The Journal
Schley High 'slays Goliath' to win
One Act Play State Championship
Schley County has best
'Elementary School District' in Georgia
Marion County High School scores
highest in 15-county RESA Area
Marion wins thriller over Telfair in
1st round of State Football Playoffs
Schley knocks off No. 6 Taylor County
in first round of State Football Playoffs
See all stories in the Nov. 15, 2017 issue of The Journal
Marion officials considering proposal to build
a new Sheriff's Office and County Jail
Chattahoochee County Commission may
make big change to Parks & Recreation
Schley places 8th in State Championship Race
Marion County girls return to State XC
Championship race for the fifth year in a row
See all stories in the Nov. 8, 2017 issue of The Journal
EPD sends Buena Vista Letter of Noncompliance
BV Mayor concerned by Council
taking action without his input
MCHS Softball Team raises the bar
with Region Title and Elite 8 Status
See all stories in the Nov. 1, 2017 issue of The Journal
Buena Vista City Council eliminates
Josh Gibson Center Director Position
Marion Co. High advances to 'Elite Eight'
Chattahoochee Co. names Teacher of the Year
4th Annual Cancer Walk in Ellaville
Stewart County REACH Scholarships
Publix and United Way donate school supplies
for needy Marion County students
See all stories in the Oct. 25, 2017 issue of The Journal
Buena Vista celebrates Rural America
Original Opera performed at Pasaquan
Ellaville festival is 'Smoking' Success
Scholarship endowed in memory of Webster native
See all stories in the Oct. 18, 2017 issue of The Journal
Marion and Chattahoochee Co. Schools
'REACH' to help students with scholarships
Marion County High • Chatt. County High
Schley celebrates 'unbelievable' successes
in local school system at FC Meeting
Marion scores 58-28 blowout win over Brookstone
See all stories in the current issue of The Journal
Front Porch Rockers kick off Fox Hall Concert Series
Click here for photos and more information.
Schley prepares to borrow money
while waiting on tax revenue to come in
Buena Vista has BIG plans for Oct. 14th
Marion takes off with design for airport
MCHS wins Region 4A Softball Championship
Stewart Co. residents asked for ideas
Marion Co. High Homecoming Court
See all stories in the Oct. 4, 2017 issue of The Journal
Marion presses forward with road project;
Engineer still looking for solution to well woes
Webster athlete is showcased at Elite 100 Camp
Stewart paves way for road project and
prepares to crack down on dumpster misuse
Schley Co. High Homecoming Court
Harris performing in Dreamgirls at The Springer
See all stories in the Sept. 27, 2017 issue of The Journal
Marion Commission looking at possibility
of outsourcing major departments
Chattahoochee Co. leader receives honor
Big Auction planned in Ellaville
Irma kept Middle Flint E911 dispatchers very busy
Eagles set school record in big 45-20
win over Class AA Lamar County
See all stories in the Sept. 20, 2017 issue of The Journal
Irma downs trees and knocks out power
Buena Vista Mayor recovering from stroke
Ellaville Baptist gets Potter's House update
Guest speaker 'raps' with locals with
positive, but also divisive words
Big Property Auction set in Buena Vista
See all stories in the Sept. 13, 2017 issue of The Journal
'Living with Lyme'
Buena Vista woman hopes others can
learn from her decade long struggle
Ellaville couple establishes therapeutic horse farm
'Truth Be Told' event planned in Buena Vista
See all stories in Sept. 6, 2017 issue of The Journal
Two Drug Busts made in Marion County
Effort to 'Save Our Youth'
picks up steam in Buena Vista
Marion beats ChattCo by 1 point in nail-biter
Chatt. Co. officials looking at
forming a new local court
See all stories in the August 30, 2017 issue of The Journal
Murder Investigation in Buena Vista
Locals express their concern over
'Dark Cloud' of Drugs in Marion
Town Square Coffee opens in Buena Vista
Marion wins high school football
season opener over rival Schley, 25-7
BV celebrates 'return of community banking'
with The Peoples Bank of Georgia
See all stories in the August 23, 2017 issue of The Journal
Marion tries to lower iron in water
to get new well back on-line
Mike's Coast to Coast Crusade raises
$33,000 for Stewart Webster Cancer Fund
Brent Cobb featured in Ram series
'Long Live the Songwriters'
Shots fired in Richland put business
owner at odds with city officials
Schley Co. grad to make major college debut after leading Jr College team to National Championship
Superior patient care leads family
to donate $20,000 to Marion EMS
See all stories in the Aug. 23, 2017 issue of The Journal
Phoebe Sumter celebrates opening of
new, expanded Ellaville Health Clinic
Chatt. Co. officials make plans for Streetscape;
look to use loan to attract business
See all stories in the Aug. 9, 2017 issue of The Journal
Buena Vista man is fighting rare skin disease
Stewart County BOE nears completion of
massive construction and renovation project
Stewart Elementary makes big academic gains
Chattahoochee County Family Connection
hosts big Back to School Bash
Jackson, 99, attends Negro Leagues Reunion
Mike's Coast to Coast Cancer Crusade
to kick-off at Richland City Hall
See all stories in the Augus 2, 2017 issue of The Journal
Family Gathering Spot or Illegal Club?
Chattahoochee Co. officials clash
with local family over zoning issue
'The ROC' gets new location in BV
Schley County Commission moves forward
with proposed dilapidated property law
Dixon hosts special 5K to 'Fight the Silence' surrounding sexual abuse and victims
Chattahoochee Co. Commission approves
$1.3 million in road improvement projects
Schley Family Connection helps
kids
at Back to School Bash
See all stories in the July 26, 2017 issue of The Journal
Keith Austin rocks his roots
in sold out show at Fox Hall
Big Rig = Big Public Hearing
by Marion County Commission
Schley Community Foundation
gets
big grant for playground
Ice Cream Social raises funds forHistoric Preservation in Chattahoochee Co.
Front Porch Inn and Coffee Club has big
Grand Opening Weekend in Buena Vista
City of Buena Vista officials looking
for ways to improve water system
See all stories in the July 19, 2017 issue of The Journal
Ellaville City Council: Grants,
Lighting, Personnel, and Much More
Local student places 4th in the nation
Local Nursing Home wins National Quality Award
Buena Vista to get high-scale coffee shop
See all stories in the July 12, 2017 issue of The Journal
Momentum in Marion
Chamber of Commerce is having an exciting year
as tourists visit and businesses open
Webster County Honors 1st Responders
New Health Clinic to open in Ellaville
'Cool' event set in Cusseta to
raise funds to preserve local history
Lockhart completes cross-country trek on bike
The Journal wins 2-of-3 statewide awards
for Best Online News Project
See all stories in the July 5, 2017 issue of The Journal
Fight the Silence
Marion Co. High graduate looks to raise
awareness and help kids in need
Comedy Show fills BV with plenty of chuckles
Local man is biking across the country
Family Fun Day is planned in Preston
See all stories in the June 26, 2017 issue of The Journal
Fugitive caught after fleeing
Marion and hiding in Sumter County
Schley officials look at new law
dealing with dilapidated buildings
Marion EMS celebrates new ambulance
See all stories in the June 21, 2017 issue of The Journal
26 area residents implicated in
huge insurance fraud ring
Ellaville gets Dollar General PLUS
Cusseta-Chattahoochee County may
get
its own, separate Municipal Court
Schley Co. High Baseball Team has
Player & Coach of Year, All-State Players
Marion man arrested for felony
burglary and child cruelty
BV VITA helps local taxpayers bring back $384,564
See all stories in the June 14, 2017 issue of The Journal
Longtime Cusseta business to close
Marion economy appears to be on upswing
Schley Public Library helps youngsters
show off artistic and patriotic sides
ChattCo Class of 2017 is hopeful
heading into 'journey of unknown'
See all stories in the June 7, 2017 issue of The Journal
Schley County High Wins
State Baseball Championship
Marion honors outgoing superintendent
Buena Vista rolls out red carpet
for Run (and Bike) Across Georgia
See all stories in the May 31, 2017 issue of The Journal
$3.5 million project set for BV nursing home
Schley County High advances to
State Baseball Championship Series
Huge crowd turns out to watch Schley County
High
Class of 2017 start down own path
Marion Co. High graduates are ready
to show their 'special brand of brilliance'
See all stories in the May 24, 2017 issue of The Journal
One 'ATM Bandit' arrested, another is on the run
Bear hit by vehicle in Marion County
Marion County's Whitley wins 2nd
State Track & Field State Title in Discus
Fire destroys home in Buena Vista
Schley County High advances to
'Final Four' of State Baseball Playoffs
See all stories in the May 17, 2017 issue of The Journal
ATMs stolen in Ellaville and Buena Vista
No. 1 ranked Schley Wildcats advance to
'Elite Eight' of State Baseball Playoffs
Chatt. Co. Commission looks to improve park
Schley County Sheriff arrests suspect in
burglary of Josh Gibson Center in Buena Vist
Magnolia Manor of Marion County
hosts big Spring Fling Festival
For more photos click here!
See all stories in the May 10, 2017 issue of The Journal
Pea Ridge Arts Fest held in Buena Vista
Arrest leads to resignation of
Marion County Elections Superintendent
Related: Story from 2000 about Dixon's untraditional 'plural parent family'
Cusseta-Chattahoochee Co. Community
mourns loss of teen who inspired many
Ribbon Cutting for Hidden Treasure Consignment
Chatt. Historic Society has tasty fundraiser
Marion Co. Boosters host 3rd Annual
Can You Cross Country? 5K & Fun Run
Ellaville-Schley Chamber says 'Thanks'
See all stories in the May 3, 2017 issue of The Journal
Springtime Ellaville was a big hit
Marion, Schley, Taylor residents
arrested for local burglary
Authorities say group is suspected in more area crimes
Visitors flock to Richland for 'Taste'
Marion BOE turns down request to take Family Connection fiscal agent duties over from City
Schley County wins Region Baseball Title
Local high school athletes fare well at
Area 1A Track & Field Championship
See all stories in the April 26, 2017 issue of The Journal
Say Goodbye to History
Historic Westville set to leave Lumpkin
Marion Co. native pens Civil War era novel
Chatt. County BOE names Academy CEO
Region 4A Track & Field Championship Meet
Schley Boys Win • Marion Girls Win
See all stories in the current issue of The Journal
Revolving Loan for Schley, Sumter, Macon, Webster
Buena Vista gears up for huge Arts Fest
Springtime Ellaville Festival organizers
invite all to have fun and 'Never Grow Up'
Chattahoochee County officials look
at budget and improving highway safety
Ellaville regroups after storm
and celebrates city's response
See all stories in the April 12, 2017 issue of The Journal
Storm smashes thru as locals prepare for forecast of 'Round Two'
Ellaville Hit the Hardest - Tornado Damage
and
Marion Co. battles storm as VFD fights fires
Alleged drug dealer arrested,
another suspect flees police
Region faces School Bus Driver Shortage
See all stories in the 4-5-17 issue of The Journal
Baxter Paint Center opens in Buena Vista
LEMitless nonprofit looks to help student-athletes
Schley Co. Family Connection has big meeting
Webster BOE approves new 'Pathway'
Local couple's son featured in story about
Bravo Troop's efforts against ISIS
See all stories in the March 29, 2017 issue of The Journal
Explosion rocks nursing home in Buena Vista
as part of mock terrorist attack
Ellaville may get residential development
Stewart Commission hires County Manager
Chattahoochee Co. High names STARs
Proposed Marion County Animal Control
contract is up in the air
See all stories in the March 22, 2017 issue of The Journal
Chattahoochee BOE picks up $3.1 million check
for future College & Career Academy in Cusseta
Chattahoochee Co. residents invited to big
meeting to give input on future of local schools
Marion, ChattCo, Stewart race into track & field season at Cougar Classic in Columbus
City of Buena Vista losing revenue
due to issue with water meters
Excitement abounds in Ellaville with
Grand Opening of downtown Art Gallery
Young Buena Vista native signs
as performer with Dollywood
Chattahoochee County Commission
approves big roads project
LOCAL TEAM SPOTLIGHTS
Schley County High School Golf Teams
Schley County High Baseball Team
Webster County High Baseball Team
ChattCo High Girls Soccer Team
See all stories in the March 15, 2017 issue of The Journal
Teen arrested for making violent threat
Many parents keep children home for the day
Buena Vista man featured by Obama Foundation
in celebration of Black History Month
Ellaville Celebrates Opening of BBQ Joint
Marion Co. has new full-time Extension Agent
Georgia Power scraps plan for
local nuclear power plant (sort of)
See all stories in the March 8, 2017 issue of The Journal
Ellaville's Brent Cobb has busy year planned
with touring with various country stars
Local Home is Destroyed by Fire
Marion's struggling VFDs need volunteers
Poole Memorial Bridge Dedicated in Schley County
VITA Office offers free tax prep help
First-class arts festival planned in Buena Vista
Marion County High School Lady Eagles
wrap up 'Elite' basketball season
SCHS places 4th in State in Weight Lifting
See all stories in the March 1, 2017 issue of The Journal
Marion BOE is considering two
requests to help community groups
Richland teen wins another State Title
Schley County gets third ambulance
Webster BOE approves trips and employees
Marion County native is picked for
statewide historic preservation award
See all stories in the Feb. 22, 2017 issue of The Journal
Marion BOE names sole finalist
to become next Superintendent
BV officials think car wash
was
to blame for flooding of shopping plaza
Schley Foundation gets $5,000 grant
Chili & Cornbread Cookoff
Champs are crowned in Cusseta
MCHS wins Region Basketball Title
See all stories in the Feb. 15, 2017 issue of the Journal
Wild Bull Run is coming to Buena Vista
Stewart Co. High has five players sign
to play football at the next level
Chatt. Valley Academy moves forward in Cusseta
Young Schley County Students Creating
a Better World - One Good Deed at a Time
Stewart Co. High names STAR Student, Teacher
Thanks to local volunteer firefighters
(BV VFD puts out blaze at 'out building' near home)
MCHS Coach inducted into Hall of Fame
See all stories in the Feb. 8, 2017 issue of The Journal
Marion Board of Education to interview
four candidates for superintendent
Schley County loses longtime leader
ChattCo Wins Area Wrestling Title
MCHS names STAR Student and Teacher
Young Buena Vista woman dies in accident
Magnolia Manor of Marion Auxiliary
named Group Volunteer of the Year
One arrest made, another suspect sought
in connection with Buena Vista burglary
Officer is headed behind bars for
selling marijuana to inmates
Drainage issue forces temporary
closure of most of Eagle Plaza
Schley County High STAR Student and Teacher
Cusseta-Chattahoochee County
Chamber of Commerce hosts Annual Dinner
See all stories in the Jan. 25, 2017 issue of The Journal
Another local young man charged
with intention to sell marijuana
Marion Commission may offer water leak insurance
Chattahoochee County School to be
honored
with 'Greatest Gains' state award
Webster BOE earns Quality Board Status
Schley Community Foundation Annual Meeting
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL SPOTLIGHTS:
Webster County High School
and
Chattahoochee County High School
Click here to see all stories in the Jan. 25, 2017 issue of The Journal
Alleged drug dealer arrested in Marion County
Superintendent Search Heats Up in Marion
Dollar General expanding with new store in Preston
Yoga Classes now offered in Ellaville
Morgan is Columbus Technical College
Adult Education Instructor of the Year
Peoples Bank of Talbotton is
now Peoples Bank of Georgia
Click here to see all stories in the Jan. 11, 2017 issue of The Journal
There's a New Sheriff in Town
Chattahoochee County has first new sheriff in 44 years
Ellaville musician pens 'Heroes in Blue'
as tribute to fallen law enforcement officers
Buena Vista Dialysis Center
recognized with 'Five Stars'
Click here to see all stories in the Jan. 4, 2017 issue of The Journal
Ellaville native 'makes it' in Nashville
Trio of alleged drug dealers arrested
State Historic Society hopes to solve
the 'Mystery of Pineville Baptist'
Stewart's County's Turner is new
member of Columbus Tech Board
Marion County Teen wins State PP&K
See all the stories in the Dec. 28, 2016 issue of The Journal
Local biker survives being struck by vehicle
Locals travel to poorest place on planet
to help others and spread the Gospel
Ellaville City Council selects engineer, etc.
KINGZ MC rolls into Cusseta with
toys for needy local boys and girls
Here's the REAL Christmas Story!
See all the stories in the Dec. 20, 2016 issue of The Journal
Region Rocked by Murder of Officers
Greater Love Hath No Man, Tribute to Fallen Officers
Schley Youth Football Team
wins State Championship
Phoebe Sumter breaks ground in Ellaville
Marion County High graduate is kicking
his way to a prestigious college degree
See all stories in the Dec. 14, 2016 issue of The Journal
Vehicle burns outside of local business
BVPD, GBI, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms investigating burglary of local business
Chattahoochee Co. gets $3.1 million
to establish College & Career Academy
Schley grad leads junior college
football team to National Title
Cusseta's Annual Christmas Parade
and Christmas in the Park!
Click Here for Photos from the Parade and Event
See ALL STORIES in the Dec. 7, 2016 issue of The Journal
Emergency Bridge Closing in Marion County
Furniture Store opens in Buena Vista
New Business Opens in Ellaville
Click here to see all stories in the 11-30-16 issue of The Journal
Stewart County holds Groundbreaking for
massive renovation and expansion project
Marion approves ambulance purchase,
talks about road improvements, more
Webster County names Teacher of Year
Ellaville Council has info-packed meeting
See all stories in the Nov. 22, 2016 issue of The Journal
Marion passes mixed drinks license fee,
hears requests to ease up on regulations
Marion's McPherson signs with UGA
Spirits Soar at Pig Fest in Richland
Schley's Minter to play for Jr. College National Title
See all stories in the Nov. 16, 2016 issue of The Journal
Area High School Graduation Rates
Fitness Center in Buena Vista has Ribbon Cutting
Marion teams place 7th and 11th at
Cross Country State Championship
See all stories in the Nov. 9, 2106 issue of The Journal
Chattahoochee County officials discuss
several potential big projects
Marion is wrapping up two big
infrastructure improvement projects
Top Hat Club gets Cease & Desist directive
from Department of Alcohol & Tobacco
Ellaville manufacturing plant
roars back into business
Marion Cross Country Teams
to race for State Championship
See all stories in the 9-2-16 issue of The Journal
Fox Hall celebrates opening with sellout
wine tasting and blues concert
Thousands visit Pasaquan
2,200 visitors from 34 states, 14 countries
converge at BV's 'Psychedlic Wonderland'
Story | Photos
Candidates Speak at Forum in Buena Vista
Chatt. Co. residents have big vote on BOE
See all stories in the Oct. 26, 2016 issue of The Journal
Party Time at Pasaquan
Grand Re-Opening, Free Festival in Buena Vista
Schley Co. grad leads college football
team to No. 1 national ranking
Fox Hall Event Center to open in
historic downtown Buena Vista building
Ellaville hosts Smoke On the Square
Marion County High blanks Atkinson
in first round of State Softball Playoffs
See all stories in the Oct. 19, 2016 issue of The Journal
Routine traffic stop leads to arrest
of 3 alleged area drug dealers
Ellaville native shines on solo album
Buena Vista Celebrates Rural America
Hidden Treasure opens in Buena Vista
See all stories in the current issue of The Journal
Man with Gun at School causes concern in Cusseta
Schley Co. High clinches Softball Region Title
Marion voters invited to Candidates Forum
ChattCo High Crowns Homecoming Queen
Rural America Festival returning
to downtown Buena Vista
Click here to see all stories in the Oct. 5, 2016 issue of The Journal
Football Field House Damage
Marion School officials call for
cool heads, good sportsmanship
Schley's Wall recognized in 'The Ride Home'
Stewart County names Teacher of the Year
Adams paints historic mural in Plains
Marion County hires new EMS Director
See all stories in the 9-28-16 issue of The Journal
Locals get sneak peak at restored Pasaquan
Schley mourns loss of teen killed in wreck
Buena Vista City Council to hold
public hearings
on proposed tax increase
American Legion honors 1st Responders
See all the stories in the Sept. 21, 2016 issue of The Journal
Little Lumpkin residents show BIG Hearts
Phoenix Fitness opens in Buena Vista
5 Top 10 ranked teams among competitors
at 1st MCMHS Cross Country Invitational
Marion wins Boys Varsity Race; Schley takes Girls Varsity Trophy
See all the stories in the 9-14-16 issue of The Journal.
Marion County officials are taking report
of gun on school bus very seriously
See all stories in the Sept. 7, 2016 issue of The Journal
Sass & Class Bowtique
Buena Vista gets another new business
Chattahoochee County Deals with Water Woes
Marion rides early lead to victory over ChattCo
Schley Co. Wildcats clobber Calhoun County
See all of the stories in the Aug. 31, 2016 issue.
Volunteers back off of plan to
'reclaim' Buena Vista City Park
Southern Harvest Insurance owner
'disgusted' by fraud allegations, investigation
Peoples Bank of Talbotton opens
Loan Center in Buena Vista
Chattahoochee Co. Back to School Bash
Marion rolls to 42-0 win over
Schley in football season opener
See all of the stories in the Aug. 24, 2016 issue of The Journal
The Journal receives 6 statewide awards
from the Georgia Press Association
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