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Thomas, NeSmith continue Laurens County’s long-running involvement on GHSA student council
Local juniors Jaxten Thomas and Tripp NeSmith, multi-sport athletes at East and West Laurens high schools, are carrying on what’s become a tradition of local representation on the GHSA student committee.
Big plays put Brentwood up by a lot early; Trinity closes well, but can’t climb back
The Crusaders, facing the two-time defending AA state champs on homecoming, put up a valiant effort but couldn’t fight out of Friday’s early hole.
Backfield goes berserk, Devero picks two passes as Johnson County wins third-straight at Wheeler County
Jeremiah Scott, Jeremiah Taylor, Kelsey Waters and Daezon Devero were among the many Trojans who shined in a third-straight win Friday in Alamo.
Dublin returns to form, resumes winning ways at Washington County
The Irish got things back rolling on the ground, and were adequately dominant on the defensive side as they collected a road win to wrap up non-region play with a 3-1 record.
Shortage of offense, haunting mistakes leave West Laurens with sting of defeat at Cook
The Raiders had enough defense and special teams to get by. But their offense – down a few key starters – was too short in supply to make up for some critical mistakes on Friday’s trip to Adel.
Regional stories
Treutlen Residents Deny Survey for Largest Grant in County History
Treutlen County Manager Joseph Glenn reported several Treutlen County residents had refused to take a survey necessary to apply for what he described as the largest grant in Treutlen County’s history, with tax concerns as their main reason.
The Johnson Journal – September 15, 2026
The Johnson Journal – September 15, 2026
Backfield goes berserk, Devero picks two passes as Johnson County wins third-straight at Wheeler County
Jeremiah Scott, Jeremiah Taylor, Kelsey Waters and Daezon Devero were among the many Trojans who shined in a third-straight win Friday in Alamo.
Following a shooting at a Warner Robins high school, Twiggs County Schools shows why high-security matters in the modern era
In 2017, a stabbing at Twiggs County High School changed the way the district viewed security vs. privacy forever.
American Red Cross returns to Wilkinson County next week
In collaboration with Hello Kitty and Friends, the American Red Cross is holding a blood drive on Sept. 14 at Voice of Truth Church.
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