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
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
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
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
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
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
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
See all stories in the Nov. 18, 2020 issue of The JournalMarion 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
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
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
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
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
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
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'
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Businesses Deal Aftermath of Fire
BV Fire Chief Gives Update, Thanks Responders
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
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
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
Marion County High to play
for Class A State Championship
Eagles battle back from 20-25 deficit to
score 42-25 blowout over Pelham in Semi-Final
Cusseta may get Big Economic Development
Buena Vista Christmas Event Cancelled
Forestry continues to be big in Schley County
See all stories in the Dec. 11, 2019 issue of The Journal
Iconic BV Business Has New Owners
Schley's 'Z' commits to Auburn University
Marion Defeats Lincoln in Quarterfinal;
Eagles will host Pelham in Semi-Final
Brent Cobb visits local source of inspiration
Minter breaks records in final college game
See all stories in the Dec. 4, 2019 issue of The Journal
Marion County edges Schley County
in High School State Football Playoffs
Marion to Host Lincoln in 'Elite Eight'
The Crenshaw School in Marion to Close
Annual Turkey Shoot held in Cusseta
Area Elementary School CCRPI Scores
See all stories in the 11-27-19 issue of The Journal
Split vote moves $1.35 million
project forward in Marion County
Chattahoochee County Commission
proposes new noise ordinance, etc.
Schley Clobbers Claxton in 1st round of
High School State Football Playoffs
Marion to host Schley in Sweet 16 Round
of High School State Football Playoffs
Area Middle School CCRPI Scores
ChattCo Panthers Shock Washington-Wilkes
See all stories in the current Nov. 20, 2019 issue of The Journal
