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08/16/2024

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) swore in Major Brian Freese Aug. 2 as deputy chief of police for Georgia College Department of Public Safety.

08/15/2024

LAST CALL FOR FALL REC SOCCER REGISTRATIONS through Sunday, August 18. A $10 late registration fee will apply. Birth years 2013-2021 are welcome. Go to the Baldwin County Rec Department's Blue Sombrero site to sign up. It is shaping up to be a FANTASTIC rec soccer season. We can't wait to start practices with you soon! https://tshq.bluesombrero.com/Default.aspx?tabid=2445644

08/15/2024

Aug. 16: 💰 Increases coming for alcohol sales, rentals, water; 🏡 City considers workforce housing - https://mailchi.mp/087021c9aad1/bb-weekly-headlines-6754332

08/15/2024

🌟🐾 Exciting news for K-2nd Graders, parents and teachers! Join us for our fun-filled Chipmunk Group Tours at The Just Imagine Cottage!

Explore our engaging tour designed just for young adventurers! A Chipmunk Tour includes two exciting programs:

Moccasin Tracks: Discover the rich culture of the Indigenous Peoples of the Oconee River basin through storytelling, art, and hands-on activities. Then join Ollie, our beloved chipmunk mascot, for reenactments of "The Greatest Ballgame"!

Wagon Wheels: Travel back in time to learn about life in frontier Georgia! Examine a log cabin, play games familiar to frontier children, and sit around the "fire" to learn how the first settlers in Milledgeville lived!

These tours are a wonderful way for your little ones to learn, play, and explore history in a fun and interactive environment! Call The Cottage to book a group tour for your young scholars! Minimum of 10 students per tour.

08/12/2024

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08/10/2024

08/10/2024

Allied Arts is hosting two exhibits this month focusing on landscapes and the beauty of nature. The “Welcome to my World” exhibit features landscape artist Robert Jorns from Monticello and the second exhibit features the three winners of Allied Arts’ “I Love Georgia” Plein Art contest.

Milledgeville/Baldwin County Allied Arts is hosting two exhibits this month focusing on landscapes and the beauty of nature. The “Welcome to my World’”exhibit focuses on landscape artist Robert Jorns from Monticello and how he sees the beauty of the world around him, despite his difficult heal...

08/08/2024

🎨🌟 Join us for a creative and exciting Pop-Up Plein Air Art Event at the Milly Market! 🌟🎨

📅 Date: August 16
🕓 Time: 4 - 7 PM (Artists can arrive any time between 4 and 6 PM)
📍 Location: The Pavilion at 222 East Hancock St.

Bring your artistic flair and get ready to create in the open air! Upon arrival, be sure to see Rebekah to have your canvas, sketch paper, or other materials stamped before you start your masterpiece. This is your chance to let your creativity shine!

📸 Submitting Your Artwork: Snap a picture of your finished piece and submit it via Facebook, Messenger, or our website by 10 PM on August 16th.

🏆 People's Choice Award: All entries will be posted on our social media on August 19th, and voting will be open until August 21st. Rally your friends and family to vote for your artwork! The winner will be announced and will receive 2 tickets to the fabulous Jazz at the Magnolia, complete with refreshments!

Don’t miss out on this fun and artistic community event! See you there!

08/08/2024

Aug. 9: 🏚️ Blight tax under consideration; ⬆️ CHIP provides housing improvements - https://mailchi.mp/ea6b6e7c2355/bb-weekly-headlines-6754260

08/08/2024

Baldwin County has been improving homes through the Community Home Investment Program (CHIP) grant. Two homeowners took The Baldwin Bulletin through a tour of their finished homes last week and spoke about what this experience has personally meant to them.

Baldwin County is currently undergoing home renovations through the Community Home Investment Program (CHIP) grant. According to the Georgia Department of Public Affairs, the CHIP grant is a federally funded program designed to provide safe and affordable housing in Georgia to rehabilitate owner-occ...

08/06/2024

Notice: Health Department Public Comment Meeting

08/05/2024

UPDATE: The deceased body of Mr. Williams was discovered floating in Lake Sinclair around 5:30 this afternoon. The Messenger waited until family was notified.

Putnam County and state authorities are searching for a Dublin man who went fishing yesterday morning and hasn't been heard from since then.

08/05/2024

The Baldwin County Sheriff ’s Office has been named a 2024 grant recipient by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, receiving $24,598 to ensure Baldwin County is safer than ever!

The grant will be used to purchase four dive suits, four full face masks, four communication systems, and one surface station with accessories for the department and will ensure our community is better prepared for emergencies. Learn more in this month's county newsletter:https://www.baldwincountyga.com/sites/default/files/fileattachments/board_of_commissioners/page/4814/baldwin_county_august_2024_newsletter.pdf

08/05/2024

The Baldwin County School District is closely monitoring the weather in collaboration with our local Emergency Management Agency and the National Weather Service. At this time, forecasts show that our area will not be impacted significantly by Hurricane Debby. Forecasted rainfall is looking to be in the .5-2" range, and winds in the 20mph gust range. After receiving this latest weather update, the Baldwin County School District will continue to conduct normal operations.

We take the safety and security of our students and staff extremely seriously and will continue to monitor the weather. We appreciate your patience and flexibility during this time. Should anything change, we will notify you as quickly as possible.

08/02/2024

Tonight Milledgeville Main Street will be hosting the August First Friday: Classic Car Show presented by Five Star Automotive Group featuring Fall Line Rambler. The event will take place in the 100 block of North Wayne Street from 6-8 p.m. in downtown Milledgeville.

Downtown Milledgeville is the place to be this Friday night for classic car enthusiasts. Milledgeville Main Street will be hosting the August First Friday: Classic Car Show presented by Five Star Automotive Group featuring Fall Line Rambler.

08/01/2024

Georgia College & State University celebrated the completion of its solar project with the city of Milledgeville July 29 in its Magnolia Ballroom. Through grant funding GCSU offered a free certificate course blending business and solar physics to provide $20,000 worth of solar panels to Baldwin County’s water treatment facility.

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) celebrated the completion of its solar project with the city of Milledgeville July 29 in its Magnolia Ballroom. Last September, it was announced that GCSU and the city received a $100,000 grant to educate community members on the design and installation of s...

08/01/2024

Aug. 2: 💰 Baldwin retains millage rate – for now; ☀️ Solar project completed - https://mailchi.mp/8835586c7013/bb-weekly-headlines-6753500

07/26/2024

Baldwin County’s vacation rental ordinance will soon be updated, so a public hearing was held last week to solicit input from residents and owners of rental properties who may be affected.

Baldwin County’s vacation rental ordinance will soon be updated, so a public hearing was held last week to solicit input from residents and owners of rental properties who may be affected. Commissioners heard from Admiralty Way resident Jeff Kelly at their June 4 meeting, who highlighted portions ...

07/25/2024

The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1685 is hosting a Young Eagles Aviation Workshop Day Camp next month at the Baldwin County Regional Airport. The camp takes place 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug. 10, 17, and 24, with a different topic each day.

To register, visit youngeaglesday.org/?yedetail& event=8GHf3Ugo6 and follow the online application instructions.

The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 1685 is hosting a Young Eagles Aviation Workshop Day Camp next month at the Baldwin County Regional Airport. EAA promotes various educational programs and activities to inspire people of all ages to learn and enjoy the various fields in aviation an...

07/25/2024

07/25/2024

July 26: 🏘️ BOC talks short-term rentals; 🎄 Christmas comes early - https://mailchi.mp/ac7a4d0e8696/bb-weekly-headlines-6752757

07/19/2024

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) in partnership with Kit Modus Dance Company are hosting the Summer Intensive program, a community dance program on July 27. Session 2 of the Summer Intensive is $65 and will take place July 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Read the article below to learn more.

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) in partnership with Kit Modus Dance Company are hosting the Summer Intensive program, a community dance program. The company was founded in 2017 in Atlanta and is movement driven.

07/18/2024

The Board of Commissioners met Tuesday to approve needed requirements for the Community Home Investment Program (CHIP) grant and the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG).

The Board of Commissioners met Tuesday to approve needed requirements for the Community Home Investment Program (CHIP) grant and the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The board unanimously approved the CHIP agreement and all necessary resolutions for the consideration of the next CHIP grant.

07/12/2024

On Tuesday, Milledgeville City Council heard the first presentation for an Equity Fund Application and Workforce Housing Initiative. Randy Rich of Rich Custom Homes proposed building 60 units of 10 clusters for Phase 1 of development at 129 Wrights Dr., Milledgeville, on approximately 55 acres total.

On Tuesday, Milledgeville City Council heard the first presentation for an Equity Fund Application and Workforce Housing Initiative proposal for the $2.5 million grant and approved several resolutions and appointments.

07/11/2024

Rising fourth through sixth graders dived into the depths of the ocean June 22–26 at Kids’ University Creatures of the Deep, hosted by Georgia College & State University’s Academic Outreach.

Rising fourth through sixth graders dived into the depths of the ocean June 22–26 at Kids’ University Creatures of the Deep, hosted by Georgia College & State University’s Academic Outreach. Partnering with the department of Continuing and Professional Education, Academic Outreach hosted one w...

07/05/2024

County Manager Carlos Tobar confirmed Tuesday morning that the advertisement for proposals was online as of Monday. The commission will consider the proposals and, if all goes to plan, will award a bid at its Aug. 6 meeting.

The pickleball saga that has continued locally for the past year could come to an end in the next month – or not. The good news for the increasing number of Baldwin County residents who enjoy what has been described as the fastest-growing sport in the country is a request for bids for new courts h...

07/04/2024

July 5: 🏠 Commissioners pump brakes on building; 🎆 Freedom rings behind ‘The Fourth’ - https://mailchi.mp/cded9321bc23/bb-weekly-headlines-6752450

06/28/2024

The 100 Black Men of Milledgeville- Oconee chapter received funding from Wells Fargo to support the futures of graduating seniors Akello C**k and Tyrese Riddle.

The 100 Black Men of Milledgeville- Oconee chapter received funding from Wells Fargo to support the futures of graduating seniors Akello C**k and Tyrese Riddle. The Milledgeville-Oconee chapter of 100 Black Men of America is a non-profit organization that mentors young Black men based around the fou...