the rundown
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Fire Chief Leslie Sewell will retire on May 31, 2026, after 55 years in service, with 29 years as chief of the Pulaski County Fire Department. A two-day celebration honored his contributions, featuring tributes from family, officials, and community members, culminating in his name being dedicated to a training room at the department.
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On May 15, 2026, Pulaski County Sheriff Wayne Wiley and deputies attended a “Come to the Table” luncheon at Browndale Plantation, hosted by Legacy Outdoor Ministries. The event fosters relationships between the nonprofit and local law enforcement, emphasizing community service alongside faith-based programming and showcasing the ministry’s various outdoor activities.
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The Hawkinsville Commission tightened grass height rules to 8 inches and approved a new animal shelter architect. They also welcomed three businesses, renewed agreements, and appointed a Public Health Board member.
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The Hawkinsville-Pulaski County Recreation Department will celebrate the opening of new pickleball courts on April 30 at 5:15 p.m. These courts, revitalizing a previously unused area, aim to enhance community recreation. Director Kenny White will retire, passing responsibilities to Cal Young, who plans to establish organized leagues.
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The Hawkinsville Board of Commissioners held a meeting on April 6, 2026, where they approved new business licenses, emergency sewer repairs, and added two streets to the 2026 paving plan. Resident concerns about Taylor Regional Hospital were raised but no action taken. A proclamation for Bible Reading Marathon Week was approved, and discussions about mixed…
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During the Pulaski County Commission meeting, residents brought up concerns regarding the financial stability of Taylor Regional Hospital and road conditions. The hospital, facing scrutiny over financial and staffing issues, is privately operated, limiting county intervention. Residents also requested road repairs, while the commission addressed new contracts and proclamations. The next meeting is scheduled for…
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The Hawkinsville-Pulaski County Recreation Department kicks off its 2026 season Saturday with Opening Day ceremonies at 10 a.m., featuring 285 players, 24 teams, and a $1,000 prize drawing.
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HAWKINSVILLE, Ga. — The Hawkinsville-Pulaski County Economic Development Office is working on a slate of downtown improvements this year, ranging from a new agricultural mural and updated zoning ordinances to security cameras and a wayfinding signage system, Economic Development Director Jamie Wilson McDonald said Friday. McDonald, who oversees economic development efforts for the city and…
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By Ella McGalliard A new business in downtown Hawkinsville had its soft opening to the public today with discounts, refreshments and giveaways in anticipation for their grand opening tomorrow morning. Evans & Co. Apparel is a boutique that has moved onto Commerce Street with bright new styles for the spring season on the horizon, as…
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By Ella McGalliard HAWKINSVILLE — The Hawkinsville Board of Commissioners approved five new business licenses, awarded a major road paving contract and signed off on more than $16,000 in Opera House renovations during two meetings earlier this month, with Chairman Ken Clark presiding over both sessions. Among the most notable actions at the March 2…