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Payton Towns III

A go-to reporter wearing a variety of hats, Payton stays on top of local matters in the areas of politics, crime, courts, public safety and humanitarianism, just to name a few. He also writes frequent human interest pieces and holds down the City of Dublin and Laurens County Schools government beats. Originally from Milledgeville, he has resided and worked in Dublin since joining The Courier Herald in 2005.

Payton's Latest Articles

When the storms come, let go and let God

Storms of life are always on the horizon.

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LCSO responds to officer-involved shooting

Laurens County Sheriff's Office responds about an officer-involved shooting that happened on Tuesday.

DA, Stepping Stone team up to help law enforcement with special victim’s cases

A local organization and the district attorney’s office recently teamed up to host a law enforcement training program designed to give guidance to investigators and first responders when they are dealing with special victim cases.

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GBI investigating deputy shooting at man who flashed object while fleeing

A Dublin man was shot at by a deputy after he pointed an object his way Tuesday afternoon.

Dublin Community Theatre’s ‘Elf Jr.’ to kick off Christmas season

A cast featuring a talented cast of those aged 18 and below will take the stage for “Elf Jr. The Musical,” which will be held at 7 p.m. on Nov. 20, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Nov. 21 and at 2 p.m. on Nov. 22 at Theatre Dublin. Tickets can be purchased on Purplepass or by calling Theatre Dublin at (478) 277-5074.

Do not have to leave town for entertainment

There is plenty of entertainment for live theater right here in Dublin, Laurens County.

Local woman points to power of prayer in battle against breast cancer

Laurens County woman shares her faith when it comes to how she took a stand against breast cancer.

Dublin City Council to give city schools a small break from collection fees

Dublin City Council agreed to a smaller break when it comes to them collecting fees for the city school system.

Dublin, state fire officials investigating suspicious fire

A suspicious fire that happened Wednesday morning is being investigated by local and state fire officials.

Not Their First Rodeo: Easterseals gearing up for 9th annual rodeo

Local organization gearing up for ninth rodeo fundraiser.

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