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Supervisors extend burn ban to at least Nov. 12

November 3, 2026

By Paul KeaneThe Wayne County NewsWayne County's Board of Supervisors extended the countywide burn ban to at least Thursday, Nov. 12 during Monday morning's regular...

District Champs: War Eagles top Purvis for title, No. 1 seed

November 3, 2026

By Paul KeaneThe Wayne County NewsPURVIS — After overcoming some first-half adversity, Wayne County High School's football team accomplished...

War Eagles close regular season Thursday night against Northeast Jones

November 3, 2026

By Paul KeaneThe Wayne County NewsAn old nemesis will pay a visit to War Eagle Stadium Thursday night when the Tigers of Northeast Jones stop...

Printed Paper Online

October 29, 2026

Public Notices 11-05-26

November 3, 2026

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALEWHEREAS on December 13, 2024, DANIEL BABIN AND DONNA BABIN, HUSBAND AND WIFE, executed a Deed of Trust to OLD REPUBLIC...

Classifieds, Public Notices 10-29-26

October 27, 2026

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES today with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1-844-316-8630 today to...

Northeast Fire District to host Fall Festival Nov. 14

November 3, 2026

The Northeast Wayne County Fire District and Matherville VFD will host a Fall Festival on Saturday, Nov. 14.Things will begin at 9 a.m. and run through 4 p.m. at the Ole...

Community Calendar 11-05-26

November 3, 2026

OngoingJ.A. Hugs from HeroesThe Crown Club and Junior Auxiliary of Wayne County is collecting stuffed animals as part of its "hugs from Heroes" campaign. Animals will be...

Thompson Creek 11-05-26

November 3, 2026

God is my refuge. Psalm 62:8: "Trust in Him at all times, ye people; pour out your heart before Him. God is a refuge for us. Selah." Just as David taught his people to...

Obituaries 11-05-26

November 3, 2026

CHRISTINE WILLIAMSJuly 31, 1942-Oct. 28, 2026A Memorial Service for Christine Williams, 84, of Waynesboro, will be conducted at a later date. Details will be posted soon on...

Obituaries 10-29-26

October 27, 2026

HATTIE MAE CARTER-GILMOREJune 5, 1943-Oct. 13, 2026Funeral services for Hattie Mae Carter-Gilmore, 83, of Albany, N.Y. and formerly of Shubuta, were conducted on Saturday,...

Sppoky Breakfast

November 3, 2026

Submitted | The Wayne County NewsClara School's cafeteria was filled with giggles on Tuesday, Oct. 27 as Pre-K students hosted a Halloween...

Glowing Project

November 3, 2026

Submitted | The Wayne County NewsBuckatunna School's STEAM Club had its first meeting of the year recently, and it was a glowing success. The club...

November 3, 2026

Submitted | The Wayne County NewsWayne County FFA members attended the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind., Oct. 20-23, representing...

District Champs: War Eagles top Purvis for title, No. 1 seed

November 3, 2026

By Paul KeaneThe Wayne County NewsPURVIS — After overcoming some first-half adversity, Wayne County High School's football team accomplished...

War Eagles close regular season Thursday night against Northeast Jones

November 3, 2026

By Paul KeaneThe Wayne County NewsAn old nemesis will pay a visit to War Eagle Stadium Thursday night when the Tigers of Northeast Jones stop...

Wilson takes over Lady War Eagles hoops program

November 3, 2026

By Paul KeaneThe Wayne County NewsWayne County High School's girls basketball team will be under the direction of a new head coach for the...

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November 2, 2026

https://youtu.be/MNvNqn77rRMClick on the screen or link to watch our Plays of the Week feature free of charge.And be sure to pick up a copy of the...

FREE VIDEO — Watch our Friday Night Highlights Show

October 31, 2026

https://youtu.be/pGEAvD_ycDMClick on the screen or link to watch our Highlights Show free of charge.And be sure to pick up a copy of the Nov. 5...

FREE VIDEO — Watch our Weekly Preview Show free of charge

October 28, 2026

https://youtu.be/GgElNKdYpF8Click on the screen or link to watch our Weekly Preview Show free of charge.And be sure to pick up a copy of the Oct....

Letter to the Editor 11-05-26

November 3, 2026

Dear Editor,The Wayne County Relay for Life Committee would like to thank the 70-plus survivors, caregivers, family members and friends who attended the Relay for Life...

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Supervisors extend burn ban to at least Nov. 12

November 3, 2026

By Paul KeaneThe Wayne County NewsWayne County's Board of Supervisors extended the countywide burn ban to at least Thursday, Nov. 12 during Monday morning's regular...

Shelby to speak at Rock Solid Veteran's Day program

November 3, 2026

Master Sergeant (Ret.) Thomas B. Shelby will be the speaker during the Annual Rock Solid Youth Education Foundation, Inc., Veterans Day Program.The...

Jail Docket 11-05-26

November 3, 2026

People listed in the Jail Docket at the Wayne County Adult Detention Center have only been charged. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of...

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