Jared Lawson

Reporter · Macon, GA

Jared Lawson, a graduate of the University of Alabama, has over five years of experience in community reporting, previously working for a neighborhood news site in Birmingham. He is dedicated to uncovering stories that connect and uplift the residents of Macon.

5 stories from Jared Lawson in Macon

Candlelight vigil attendees holding candles at Rosa Parks Square in Macon, Georgia, for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

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'We matter' | Macon survivors and supporters honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month with candlelight vigil

Under the soft glow of flickering candles, a diverse group gathered at Rosa Parks Square, united in a shared mission to honor those affected by domestic violence. As the night air filled with heartfelt stories and shared tears, the community came together to remind each other that every voice...

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BSO: 31-year-old arrested on charges he set a Macon house on fire with children inside

The sheriff’s office said deputies responded to Case Street around 4:15 a.m. on Oct. 4, and found a house on fire.

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Baldwin County courthouse in Milledgeville, Georgia, symbolizing local justice and governance.

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Baldwin County man intends to sue sheriff's office over arrest; GBI finds deputy used reasonable force

Calvin Brown found himself in the spotlight after a tense encounter with a Baldwin County sheriff's deputy went viral, sparking conversations around justice and accountability across our community. This incident, caught on camera, has left many reflecting deeply on the delicate balance between law...

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Former Bibb County Jail Deputy Quency Barnes sentenced to prison for inmate assault

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DA: Bibb County Jail Deputy sentenced to 7 years in prison for beating, tasing inmate in 2023

In a community where trust is paramount, a shocking betrayal has left many residents grappling with the implications of a former deputy's actions. Quency Barnes, once a protector of the peace within the Bibb County Jail, now faces the severe consequences of his choices, marking a somber chapter for...

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Awesome for the rest of the week!

Sunshine and slightly above average temperatures continue through Friday.

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