Area Breaking News
Downtown Hahira Comes Alive with ‘Scarecrows on Main Street’*
By Carol A. Moore | HAHIRA, Ga. — Main Street has a few new residents this October—made of straw, paint, and plenty of small-town creativity. The City of Hahira’s annual “Scarecrows on Main Street” decorating contest has transformed downtown into a whimsical fall wonderland, drawing families, shoppers, and plenty of photo-takers eager to see the…
Read MorePumpkin Smiles Shine Bright at Lakeland Family Dentistry!*
By Carol A. Moore | *La traducción al español sigue a la noticia en ingles LAKELAND, Ga. – If you stop by Lakeland Family Dentistry this October, don’t be surprised if the biggest smiles aren’t just coming from the patients! Lining the front office are a whole patch of plump, personality-packed pumpkins — each one a…
Read More“The Forks” of Lakeland: Six Highways, One Growing Hub*
By Carol A. Gasser Moore | *La traducción al español sigue a la noticia en ingles LAKELAND, Lanier County — At the very heart of Lakeland lies a bustling crossroads locals sometimes call “the Forks” — an informal name for the stretch of city streets where six major highways converge: U.S. 221, U.S. 129, and…
Read MoreLanier County News Committed to Keeping Voters Informed*
By Carol A. Gasser Moore | LANIER COUNTY, Ga. — The Lanier County News (LCN) is committed to helping readers stay informed about their elected officials and those seeking public office throughout Lanier County, the City of Lakeland, and the City of Ray City. With a portion of Lanier County now annexed into the…
Read MoreNo More “No Official Language”: Why the U.S. and Georgia Embrace (or Clash Over) Linguistic Freedom*
By Carol A. Gasser Moore / *La traducción al español sigue a la noticia en ingles LANIER COUNTY, GA — For decades, many Americans assumed English was the “official” language of the United States — but legally, that was never true. Neither the U.S. federal government nor the State of Georgia had formally adopted English as…
Read MoreLanier County, GA — Inclusive Journalism: Why a Spanish-Translated News Version Matters*
By Carol A. Gasser Moore / *Spanish translation follows news in English LANIER COUNTY, Ga. — In early October 2025, Lanier County News announced that it now publishes Spanish-translated versions of its stories—immediately following the original English versions. What may seem like a modest change is in fact a significant step toward strengthening community ties,…
Read MoreThey heard, they saw: Enigma leaders jailed on spying charges*
By T.S. Carter / *La traducción al español sigue a la noticia en ingles LANIER COUNTY, Ga. – Historically the breaking of Germany’s Enigma Code helped to bring victory to the Allies in World War II. Now, the breaking up of an alleged spy ring in the tiny town of Enigma has brought a law…
Read MoreOffering Bargains and Redemption, Restored Treasures Opens in Lakeland*
By T.S. Carter | *Spanish translation follows news in English LAKELAND, Ga. – Ending a decade-long stay in Valdosta, Restored Treasures has faith that shoppers from Lakeland and nearby communities want bargains on pre-owned, upscale merchandise. Store manager William Lepido with sometimes helpers Delis and Lily Wagner Restored Treasures, owned and managed by Evans…
Read MoreLakeland Residents Call for Ordinance After Complaints Over New Tire “Signage” and Health Concerns*
By Carol A. Gasser Moore / *Spanish translation follows news in English LAKELAND, Ga. – A growing chorus of community concern is putting the spotlight on a new local tire company whose new “tire sign” brings fear of an increase in old outdoor tractor tire piles. The concern is being decried as an eyesore —…
Read MoreUpdate: Dogs fatally maul toddler as babysitter sleeps*
By T.S. Carter | *Spanish translation follows news in English VALDOSTA, Ga. – A Valdosta woman who police say ran an unlicensed daycare center is charged with murder after she fell asleep around 3:45 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, while two Rottweilers mauled to death a 2-year boy in her care. Stacy Wheeler Cobb, 48,…
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