Photo credit: Monroe Fire Department MONROE, GA (Dec. 15, 2025) – Monroe Fire Chief Andrew Dykes reported that the City of Monroe Fire Department and Walton County Fire Rescue personnel were dispatched to a residential […]
Heather Howard to take reins as MWCA director; Hope Reese to semi retire At the 2025 Monroe Center for the Arts Annual Members Meeting recently, some changes to the Board and the staffing at center […]
UPDATE: Monday, Dec. 15 – The National Weather Service has issued a fire danger for Dec. 15, 2025 beginning late in the morning and into the evening for north and central Georgia due to low […]
Suit: Sack accused of defaming Thompson with corruption allegations Walton County Chairman David Thompson filed a defamation suit on Monday against Ron Sack, one of the primary organizers behind the recall effort led by activist […]
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period Nov. 28 – Dec. 4, 2025. Due to the length, this report has been split into four parts. This is the first […]
County, city want resources to build second route leg The Monroe bypass — officially known as the State Route 83 Connector — is finally a reality. It’s also only half the road city planners desire. […]
Photo courtesy of Monroe Police Department MONROE, GA (Dec. 11, 2025) – The Monroe Police Department announced yesterday that a 25-year-old man has been charged with armed robbery following a call yesterday of an armed […]
Contributed photo Josh Parker says he wants something to be done about the traffic problems at the intersection of Highway 11 and Nicholsville Road now, rather than down the line when tragedy demands changes. “I […]
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period Nov. 21-27, 2025. Due to the length, this report has been split into three parts. This is the final part. Please note an arrest […]
Monroe, Ga. (Dec. 9, 2025) — Vimal Patel, D.O., will become chief medical officer at Piedmont Walton Hospital in January. Dr. Patel currently serves as chief medical officer at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, where he oversees […]
If you missed one of our job postings this week, here is a roundup. Click or tap on the relevant link for more information Editor’s Note: These job posting were found on the web between […]
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The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period Nov. 21-27, 2025. Due to the length, this report has been split into three parts. This is the second part. Please note an arrest […]
Our Women in Business group is launching a meaningful holiday initiative, and we would love for you to be part of it. During this season of giving, we are rallying together to support the caregivers […]
(Duluth, Ga., Dec. 10, 2025) – On Nov. 13, 2025, officers were dispatched to a person stabbed call and located the victim, Peter Chai, with a stab wound to his chest. Chai told detectives that while […]
There will be a Parent’s Night out at the Walton County YMCA on Dec. 19. Kids will enjoy festive crafts, pizza and a holiday movie – with the Grinch!! Cozy pajamas are welcome for extra […]
Monroe Walton Center for Arts is serving up second slice of fun each month with “Brushes & Bites with Donna.” This Paint and Pizza Party is just for the youngest artists ages 5 – 8 […]
The Christmas season is in full swing in Monroe and you’re invited to take advantage of the another opportunity for candlelight shopping downtown Thursday, Dec. 11.. Stores will remain open until 8 p.m. to give you […]
Students celebrate as streamers & confetti fall from the ceiling at the end of the Fall undergraduate commencement ceremony in Stegeman Coliseum. Photo credit: Chamberlain Smith/UGA): ATHENS, GA (12/08/2025)– The University of Georgia will honor […]
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period Nov. 21-27, 2025. Due to the length, this report has been split into three parts. This is the first part. Please note an arrest […]
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