On Thursday, April 23rd, with assistance from officers from the Sardis Police Department, Burke County Sheriff's deputies arrested Benjamin Evan Fitzgerald of Sardis. Fitzgerald had been reported by ...

Burke County Public Schools to announce that online registration for the 2026- 2027 school year is now open! This process is for all NEW STUDENTS enrolling in Pre- Kindergarten through 12th grade. • ...

On Monday, April 27th, at 3:15 p.m., a violent incident at the McDonald’s at 1400 N. Liberty Street resulted in two arrests. The incident also involved a short police pursuit of one of the suspects ...

Torian Demetrius Adger W. 36th St., Savannah April 26 Safekeeping for Chatham County Justin Jarrod Dupree Ridgewood Dr., Augusta April 25 Possession of methamphetamine; simple battery; criminal ...

A man was shot by what was reported to be a “less-lethal” weapon and taken to the hospital Tuesday after an emergency situation in the Walmart shopping center. A little after 11 a.m. Tuesday, officers ...

It’s called “A Tradition Unlike Any Other” for a reason. Even though The Masters Tournament is primarily an Augusta event, Waynesboro, Burke County and the surrounding areas also benefit greatly from ...

The camp will run from June 1 through July 31 and is open to children ages 5 – 12. Executive Director April Parker said Monday that the program will include, “big adventures and bigger imaginations, ...

Recardo Wilcox caught the 6 lb. bass while fishing at the Jones Lake across from El Cheapo.

Burke County Airport has experienced a remarkable surge in activity during Masters Week, marking a milestone in its ongoing transformation. According to Adam Flakes, Burke County Manager, the ...

Educators don’t just teach lessons. They shape generations. And if you grew up in Burke County, there’s a good chance you’ve been taught by one of those influential educators: Ms. Jackie Payton.

Carol Benson Murray, age 90 of Burkeland Road, Waynesboro, Ga. died April 8, 2026 in the Burke Medical Center. The funeral service was held on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at Burke Memorial ...