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Payton Towns

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

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Internal affairs investigating deputy after domestic violence related arrest

Sheriff deputy arrested for domestic violence incident.

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Wrightsville woman killed after running into back of Laurens County school bus

Wrightsville woman died after her car hit the back of a county school bus Thursday morning.

Re-introduction: Visit Dublin shows off revamped center

Local visitors center excited to show the community what they offer to tourist.

City Council wants to encourage people to build, live in town

The city of Dublin passed a resolution that they hope will translate into more people wanting to build homes in the city.

1 man injured in shooting on West Mary Street

GBI investigating a shooting on West Mary Street.

DDA making plans for America’s 250th celebration 

Local organization looking to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.

Youth Council celebrates successful year

Dublin Youth Council celebrates successful year serving the community.

Thanks mom for showing us how to love

Thanking mom for showing her love to her children.

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3 killed in fatal wreck in East Dublin

Law enforcement investigating a two-vehicle wreck that killed three people.

City needing public’s input to make ‘safe streets’ in Dublin

Dublin wants people to weigh in on the traffic issues they see in city.

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