News in Jefferson, GA

VOX · Jefferson, GA

What Happened at the Maynard Jackson vs. Jefferson Football Game?

Allegations of racist behavior during a Sept. 11 football game sparked investigations, public reactions, and questions about student safety. from Maynard Jackson High School in Atlanta traveled to Jefferson High School in Jefferson, Georgia, for a football game. A student from Maynard Jackson, Kylie, posted her version of what happened on TikTok, which is no longer available. While the allegations sparked widespread concern, the schools’ investigations later produced differing perspectives on what happened that night. According to Kylie’s TikTok, students and parents alleged that Maynard Jackson football players, marching band members, as well as supporters were subjected to racial slurs and other discriminatory behavior. Other social media posts also alleged that Confederate flags were displayed and that students were spit on during the game.

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The Collegian · Athens, GA

Nearby: Athens, GA

Fresno State announces 2027 baseball schedule

Fresno State announced its 2027 baseball schedule featuring a lot of intriguing matchups. This season will be the first time since 2016 that the Diamond ‘Dogs will face Creighton and Youngstown State University. It will also feature the first-ever matchups in program history against Seattle University, Florida Gulf Coast University and North Dakota State University. The highlight of the schedule is the highly anticipated rematch between the Diamond Dogs’ and the Georgia Bulldogs. The two programs last met in the 2008 College World Series championship series, where Fresno State defeated Georgia to capture its first national championship. . The teams will meet for a three-game series March 12-14 in Athens, Georgia, marking their first matchup in nearly 19 years. Fresno State head coach Ryan Overland was a member of the Bulldogs’ 2008 College World Series championship team as a player, adding another connection to the historic matchup.

Times · Gainesville, GA

Nearby: Gainesville, GA

Man critically injured in shooting with Gainesville police officer at New Holland Market

A man was shot multiple times and critically injured by a Gainesville police officer Thursday, Nov. 12, after police say he opened fire on the officer behind the New Holland Market shopping center.

Times · Flowery Branch, GA

Nearby: Flowery Branch, GA

High school softball: Cherokee Bluff's Archer, Davis take top honors in Region 8-4A

Cherokee Bluff's Jaycee Archer celebrates her solo home run in Game 1 of the Lady Bears' Class 3A state softball doubleheader against LaGrange on Oct. 15, 2025 in Flowery Branch. Photo by David Friedlander Cherokee Bluff and East Hall both put players on First-Team All-Region

Interior Journal · Cumming, GA

Nearby: Cumming, GA

Stanford nurse wins national skills summit

STANFORD — The nursing skills Jessica Carter uses every day at Stanford Crossing helped her win first place in a company competition, earning her a new car, a vacation and a scholarship. Carter won the nursing category at Journey’s 2026 Skills Summit finale in October in Cumming, Georgia, after competing at a regional summit in Lexington in July. Journey is Stanford Crossing’s management company. “When I won, I felt like I won the lottery,” Carter said. Her thoughts went to her daughter, Ava, and her brother, Devin, and how proud they would be. She also looked toward her bosses, Celina and Tevis, grateful that they had believed she could win. Carter said her prizes included a new Toyota Camry, a $10,000 vacation and a scholarship. The competition tested nurses on wound care, tracheostomy care, starting an IV, giving an intramuscular injection and performing CPR.