Author: Sylvester Local
Local Arrest Reports
The following reports were compiled by the Worth County Sheriff’s Office between June 1 and June 15: Jana Arnold, 27, of Sylvester was charged with possession and use of drug related objects, possession of a schedule I controlled substance (Molly), possession of methamphetamine, probation violation, and three counts of shoplifting on June 3. Quincy Bailey,…
Hobby Remains in Ben Hill County Jail
Story By Cale Colby Worth County Sheriff Jeff Hobby was back in court on Friday, June 22, 2018 for an apparent arraignment hearing. The purpose of the hearing was to formally charge the sheriff with eavesdropping after allegedly placing an unauthorized recording device in the Worth County Jail. Judge Bill Reinhardt informed Hobby that he…
George “Skeebo” Warren
Mr. George E. “Skeebo” Warren, 74, of Sylvester died Monday June 18, 2018 at his residence. A memorial service was held at 11:00 AM on Saturday June 23, 2018 at New Hope Full Gospel Church the Pastor Kenneth Thompson officiated. Mr. Warren was born on April 11, 1944 in Tallahassee, FL to the late George…
Local Crime Reports
The following reports were compiled by the Worth County Sheriff’s Office between May 16 and May 31: George Bettencourtt, 53, of Perry was charged with probation violation (child molestation) failed to avoid injurious habits on May 16. Devonta Covin, 25, of Albany was charged with possession of ecstasy and probation violation (Dougherty County Warrant) on…
Glenda Tidwell Robbins
Glenda Tidwell Robbins passed away at the age of 74 years. A memorial service will be held on Saturday June 23rd at 10:00 am at Poulan City Cemetery. Glenda is the youngest daughter of 9 children of the late Elmon and Maggie Tidwell. She grew up in Poulan, Ga where she attended Worth County High…
John Mack Park
Mr. John Mack Park, 79, of Cordele died on Saturday, June 9, 2018 at Emory University Hospital of Atlanta. The funeral service was held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, June 14, 2018 at Pinson Memorial United Methodist Church with interment following in the Hillcrest Cemetery. Rev. Steve Purnell officiated. Mr. Park was born on September…
Local Police Reports
The following reports were compiled by the Sylvester Police Department between May 1 and May 31: Roy James, Jr., 36, of Sylvester was charged with possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession of a schedule I narcotic, possession of a schedule II narcotic with intent to distribute, possession of a firearm during the commission…
SPD Warns of Another Local Phone Scam
Story by Cale Colby Sylvester Police Chief Kenneth Washington is once again reminding local residents to be aware of potential phone scams from fraudulent entities pretending to be the IRS or law enforcement. According tot he SPD chief, he has received reports of two local citizens who have received phone calls in recent days from…
County Finance Director Resigns Before New Budget Is Adopted
Story By Cale Colby Worth County Administrator Carl Rowland confirmed on Monday that the County’s Finance Director Barbara Francis resigned on Wednesday, June 6. This resignation comes just a few weeks before the county will vote on the 2018-19 budget. While the administrator would not comment on the specific reasons for the finance director’s sudden…
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