Southeast Georgia Local News

School Leadership Updates

• Dr. Peggy Jones Returns: Dr. Peggy Jones returns to Waycross Middle School as Assistant Principal for the 2026–2027...

Ware County Schools is adding leadership at Waycross Middle School.

• Gary Edholm joins as new Assistant Principal
• Dr. Peggy Jones returns for the 2026–2027 school year

These moves bring both new and familiar expertise to the school.

The Nicholls community mourns Linda Darlene Sills, 82, who passed away Friday, May 22, 2026, at Harborview Pierce County in Blackshear after a brief illness.

The GBI arrested former Ware County jailer Shacondra Ashley Minor, 33, on charges of simple battery and cruelty to an inmate, highlighting...

Federal Investigation in Alma

• 🔥 DHS Operation Confirmed: The Department of Homeland Security confirmed Wednesday’s operation in Alma was part of...

Athletes of all ages delivered high-energy action and memorable martial arts performances at the Southeast Georgia Karate Championships, showcasing participation from area karate schools.

Katherine Louise Sills Smith, 88, of Waycross passed away May 20, 2026 after an extended illness. Born in Ware County to the late Joseph Manning, she remained a lifelong local resident.

The Department of Homeland Security confirmed Wednesday's large law enforcement presence in Alma, including a helicopter and armored vehicle, was part...

Election Coverage

• 🔥 Local Election Results: Latest results from local and regional elections across Georgia are available in a 17-minute video...

The Waycross community shares in the deep sadness surrounding the passing of local resident Eddie "TJ" Green. Born February 8, 1995, he will be fondly remembered by family and friends throughout southeast Georgia.

WRDW has released fresh coverage of local and regional election results across Georgia. Southeast Georgia voters can check their site for details affecting the region.

The Georgia WIC program will host four farmers' markets across the Southeast Health District in the coming weeks, helping local families use eWIC cards to access fresh produce.

Waycross Middle School serves as a summer feeding program pickup location where students can grab their own boxes of meals directly. This offers a convenient local option for families in the area during break.

Georgia Primary

• ⚡ Voters Head to Polls: Voters head to the polls in the Georgia primary, with Tuesday night results potentially setting the tone...

Georgia voters head to the polls in today's primary, with results potentially setting the tone for national midterms.

• Senate candidates like Reps....

Ware County Schools proudly welcomes Mrs. Linsey Hayman as the new Assistant Principal at Ruskin Elementary School. This leadership change brings dedicated support to students across the Ware County community.

Exceptional drought still grips Charlton County and surrounding South Georgia areas with little improvement.

• Recovery boost: A metro Atlanta couple...

Waycross residents are breathing easier today with the AQI now rated Good, indicating clean air conditions suitable for normal outdoor activities.

Policy Updates

• 🔥 Ware County Homestead Exemption: The Georgia Governor signed a law providing a homestead exemption from Ware County school...

Waycross is seeing steady hiring in retail and auto parts this month.

• Retail Parts Pro roles at Advance Auto Parts Stores 9745 and 6260 are...