Jackson Beat

Traffic Alert: Ga. 36 at Brownlee Road is closed to traffic. Drivers should take an alternate route.

Kingston ATL brought smiles to the children of Sweetwater Seasonal Retreat by treating them to one of the restaurant’s newest item : Italian ice.

Should Jackson create a bike lane?

Author: Jayla Perkins

Jackson, Ga - The City of Jackson discussed a potential bike lane that would start at The Creeks Recreational Trail System on Brownlee Road and end near the old City of Jackson Police Department, with hopes of bringing more activity and revenue into the square.

Currently, the city offers mountain biking through a route that starts on Brownlee Road and connects to Dauset Trails. Jackson also hosts the Outdoor Capital Classic Bike Race.

However, Mayor Carlos Duffey said he does not see the bike lane as feasible at the moment.

“Taking one side of Brownlee will create more of an issue,” Duffey said. “ I just don’t want us to spend money on something that’s not going to be utilized. If we had a big community of road cyclists, I ride a road bike, that’s a different thing.”

While GDOT works on the truck bypass roundabout, officials proposed adding a bike lane, with the city only responsible for covering the cost of paint.

No decision was finalized.

Should the City of Jackson create a bike lane?

More growth coming to Ga. Hwy 16

Author: Jayla Perkins

Jackson, Ga - Ga. Hwy 16 will soon have a new look as two new projects break ground in the area.

O’Reilly Auto Parts is coming soon and will be located across from Ingles Supermarket and next to Dollar General Market.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter - Day Saints will also be located along Ga. Hwy 16, next to Tractor Supply. The project will feature an 8,000 - square - foot building.

These projects add to the continued growth along one of Butts County’s busiest corridors.

Traffic Alert: The southern end of Oak Street in Jackson is closed due to a water leak. Drivers should take an alternate route.

Get those bids ready : Monroe County Board of Commissioners to host surplus auction

Author: Jayla Perkins

Monroe County, Ga - The Monroe County Board of Commissioners will host a surplus auction featuring a former fire station located at 3901 High Falls Road in Jackson, several parcels of land, and multiple county vehicles and equipment.

Items listed for auction include one Dodge Ram, three Ford F- 150s one Ford F-350, and several Dodge Chargers.

The auction will be held Saturday, May 30 at 10 a.m at the Monroe County Maintenance Facility, 523 Montpelier Avenue in Forsyth, Ga.

The auction will be conducted by Hudson and Marshall in collaboration with Houston Auto Auction.

For more information visit :
https://www.hudsonmarshall.com

Traffic Alert: Use caution on Lyons Street. A section of the roadway appears to be damaged and the road is blocked off. Take an alternate route if possible.

Memorial Day 🇺🇸

Jackson, Ga - A floral wreath is displayed in front of Jackson Veterans Memorial Park honoring the men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice, giving their lives in service to and protection of the United States of America.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎓

Give your graduate a shoutout in the comments.

Happening Now: Multiple agencies are involved in an investigation following a high-speed chase. The suspect has been apprehended. Co-Op Way is currently blocked off, take alternate route.