Photo by Kathy D. Bradford, FACT-FINDING MEETING — Representatives from the cities of Vidalia, Lyons and Santa Claus, along with those from Toombs County, view a Power Point presentation last Tuesday on changes that could be coming on how much money each entity could receive from future Local Option Sales Tax revenue.
How the local governments will split the one-cent Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) proceeds has the Toombs County governing body and the City Fathers of Vidalia, Lyons and Santa Claus on opposite sides of the issue.Last Tuesday afternoon, a representation of each entity and legal council for the cities of Vidalia and Lyons and Toombs County came together to discuss the matter, and as it appears, it won’t be business as usual.“I don’t know why we can’t do this as we always have,” newly̷
A few weeks ago, there was a sidewalk. And then, the equipment and workers moved in and started tilling the ground, and now, there’s a little piece of greenspace in downtown Vidalia near the Mexican restaurant that city officials say will enhance the beauty of the landscape.Nearly four years ago, Vidalia applied for a Gateway Grant with the Georgia Department of Transportation but because …see page 1A.
The Crusaders of Robert Toombs Christian Academy took on the Knights of Frederica Academy on Friday night on St. Simons Island. It was a tough night for the Crusaders as the Knights took both games.Lady Crusaders vs. FredericaThe girls took to the court first, and RTCA found themselves trailing early, 6-1. The Lady Crusaders kept fighting though, and came back to take the halftime lead at 20-19….see page 1B.
Competitive high school swimming has returned to Toombs County High School this year, and three young swimmers are enjoying the season and performing well. The team, composed of sophomore Samantha Van Dyke and freshmen Katlyn Collins and Jake Davis, has taken part in five meets — two in Douglas and single events at King’s Bay, Statesboro, and Savannah.Davis, who has swum competitively …see page 1B.
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Photo by Kathy D. Bradford, FACT-FINDING MEETING — Representatives from the cities of Vidalia, Lyons and Santa Claus, along with those from Toombs County, view a Power Point presentation last Tuesday on changes that could be coming on how much money each entity could receive from future Local Option Sales Tax revenue.
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