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3 weeks ago | 
upsonbeacon.com | Andrew Carroll
The All-Region 2AAA team has been announced, and several Upson-Lee Knights made the list. Nytraevion “Trae” Jones and Jayden Wise made the first team list. Jones enters the list from his outfield spot and Wise joins as a pitcher. All-Region Honorable Mentions include Trent Hill as an infielder, Levi Hausman as an outfielder, and Brannon Kilby as a relief pitcher. For team awards, Jones was awarded the Tommy Parks Strong Knight Award to go with the Vince Dooley Award.
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3 weeks ago | 
upsonbeacon.com | Andrew Carroll
Bobby Searcy was awarded the William Guildford Emancipation Award at the third annual Heritage Awards, held at Thomaston-Upson Senior Center on May 29, presented by The Emancipation Committee of Upson. Committee President Deneane Jones gave the initial welcome to those in attendance. Minister Mia Collier and Brenda Hobbs presented Amara Wilson and Kadence Johnson the Youth Alive Scholarship awards for 2025. Shirley Stackhouse performed “Hold Your Light for Jesus.”The George W.
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3 weeks ago | 
upsonbeacon.com | Andrew Carroll
Members of Thomaston City Council and Upson County Commission voted unanimously during a joint meeting last week to split $269,360 in repair costs to the R.E. Lee auditorium at the East Lee Street government complex. Merik Building Construction Consultants recommended the second lowest of six bids received for the project, after the lowest bid was withdrawn.
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3 weeks ago | 
upsonbeacon.com | Andrew Carroll
Upson-Lee football entered the summer with a strong showing against long-time rival Griffin, defeating the Bears, 35-8. The Upson Beacon caught up with Head Coach Justin Elder to get his thoughts on what he saw during spring. Coach Elder stated prior to the spring game that he was worried about the lines of scrimmage and depth. However, it was also the first thing he mentioned during the interview. “I was really happy with both lines of scrimmage.
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1 month ago | 
upsonbeacon.com | Andrew Carroll
During a time for celebration, remembrance, and pondering the future, the Upson-Lee High School Class of 2025 walked across the stage at Matthews Field for graduation Thursday. The U-L Symphonic Band, for the last time under outgoing director Cameron Born, led opening processionals as both staff and students made way to their seats. U-L NJROTC performed the march of colors as the National Anthem was performed by senior chorus members. Kameria Kendall then led a moment of silence.
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1 month ago | 
upsonbeacon.com | Andrew Carroll
Thomaston-Upson Recreation Department announced and congratulated 10U and 12U All-Star softball teams on Wednesday, May 21. The 10U All-Star team includes Hunter Lloyd, Aubree Quiller, Jade Kelly, Reagan Legg, Lauren Bradley, Kylee Puckett, Lainey Beverly, Makayla Holtapp, Allie Seeley, Reign Frost, Ky’Mirea Malone, Elizabeth Langley, and Avery Phillips. The team is coached by Head Coach David Story, Nath Legg, Heath Lloyd, and team mom Acazzmeondra “Rudy” Miller.
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1 month ago | 
upsonbeacon.com | Andrew Carroll
Upson County property owners are unlikely to see any tax relief in the coming year from the Thomaston-Upson Board of Education following the release of a proposed $81 million budget. The board intends to collect nearly $15 million in property tax revenue, should the budget be passed without adjustments. That news did not sit well with several members of the board, including Brian Salter, Brent King, Stephen Sadler, and Scott Roberts.
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1 month ago | 
upsonbeacon.com | Andrew Carroll
Upson County Ministerial Association held a remembrance service for America’s most solemn holiday at Mountain View Baptist Church on Monday. Several dozen residents and veterans from Upson County attended the service. Upson-Lee High NJROTC presented the colors to start the service. Upson County Commission Chairman Dan Brue was the keynote speaker, and he reminded those in attendance that wherever they were in the world, an American solider has likely been there.
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1 month ago | 
upsonbeacon.com | Andrew Carroll
During a called meeting on May 20, Thomaston-Upson Board of Education held its first review of the proposed $81,117,713 Fiscal Year 2026 budget. While expenditures amount to a whopping $81.1 million, the system expects to receive approximately $72,141,145 in revenue, leaving a budget deficit of $8,976,568. Plans include dipping into multiple fund equity accounts to offset expenses. The base millage rate has been set at 13.63 mills, the same as FY25.
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1 month ago | 
upsonbeacon.com | Andrew Carroll
The Thomaston-Upson Recreation Department announced its spring 2025 14U baseball All-Star team on Thursday, May 19. The 14U All-Stars are Adein Montgomery, Gabine Troop, Chance Partin, Brenton Glover, Tomorris Daniel, Tristin Caldwell, Ethan Tidwell, Derreck Hobbs Jr., Carter O’Dell, Caleb Sauls, AJ Thompson, Steven Millen, William Morgan, Deigo Ramirez, Eli Brawner, Levi Howard, and Jordan Stoll. The team is coached by Mason Bridges, Ben James, and Seth Morgan.
