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Jackson to transform into Stranger Things’ setting this weekend

Jackson to transform into Stranger Things’ setting this weekend Since January, more than 400,000 people have visited the Jackson town square. Many of them are fans of “Stranger Things,” the Netflix-series that was filmed in part here.

Community Calendar: What's happening in Butts County

Community Calendar: What's happening in Butts County Peanut Fundraiser

DAVID CARROLL: Don't beat around the bush Let’s explore the origin of some common sayings. After writing several columns about phrases like, “that takes the cake,” and “dead as a doornail,” many of you suggested some others.

The Butts County Historical Society and the Ocmulgee Archaeological Society will host the 19th Annual Seven Islands Archaeology Day on Saturday, Oct. 10.

Archaeology Day is Oct. 10 at Indian Spring Hotel/Museum

The white paper sign erected by the cheerleaders, the one the players charge through before the game, said it best: “CROWNS & TOUCHDOWNS.” Danarri Brown had five last Friday at Red Devil Hill.

Danarri Brown gets 1 crown, 4 touchdowns in 52-8 Homecoming rout of Rutland The white paper sign erected by the cheerleaders, the one the players charge through before the game, said it best: “CROWNS & TOUCHDOWNS.” Danarri Brown had five last Friday at

The Lady Devils find themselves at No. 32 in the GHSA postseason volleyball rankings, which is a safer position than it may sound, given that 32 teams make the state playoffs.

Volleyball team is looking like safe bet for playoffs The Lady Devils find themselves at No. 32 in the GHSA postseason volleyball rankings, which is a safer position than it may sound, given that 32 teams make the state

Homecoming 2026

Homecoming 2026 Jackson High School held homecoming Friday night as Jackson hosted Rutland. Senior Queen and King were Lily Millirons and Tyriq Scott while Homecoming Queen and King were Hamby and Danarri

Chief Magistrate Rebecca Pitts reports the following individuals were brought before the Magistrate Court of Butts County for bond consideration and/or first appearance bond hearings during Sept. 21 to 27, 2026.

Butts County Magistrate Court: Sept. 21 to 27 Chief Magistrate Rebecca Pitts reports the following individuals were brought before the Magistrate Court of Butts County for bond consideration and/or first appearance bond hearings during Sept. 21 to 27,

DAHLONEGA — Roughly 240 young men and women were recently part of the latest Freshmen Recruit Orientation Group (FROG) Week class at the University of North Georgia (UNG).

Local students begin cadet life at UNG

The summer ban on outdoor burning in 54 northern Georgia counties will be lifted on Thursday, Oct. 1.

North Georgia burn ban to be lifted Oct. 1