The Dodge County News

Firemen in the south end of Dodge County were kept busy Monday, November 4, as they had to fight two structure fires. The first happened at approximately 1:00 a.m. at 1531 El Bethel Church Road, the home of William and Jacquelyn Yeomans. When firefighters arrived, the house was engulfed in flames. The house was a total loss. The fire was believed to have started as an electrical problem in the attic. Firefighters from Milan, Chauncey, McRae/Helena, Telfair Correctional Institute and the county tanker responded. At approximately 4:20 p.m., firefighters were called out to 122 Green Street in Chauncey (pictured right) where a single wide mobile home was engulfed in flames. The trailer was the home of Betty Jackson. The trailer was a total loss. The cause of the fire was unknown at presstime. Firemen from Chauncey, Milan and a correctional facility responded. (Photo by Chuck Eckles)

In 1913, citizens of Chauncey realized the need for an expanded curriculum and a well-equipped school building.

In response, a City of Chauncey Chamber of Commerce was organized and preceded with the task of encouraging citizens to support a bond issue to raise ten thousand dollars for the construction of a new school. Four acres of land were donated, the bond issue passed and the present majestic federal-style two story building was erected. The front of the building features four large columns flanking the entrance and has twenty-six large windows. Double doors with a transom lead into the foyer. Side rooms are presently being used by the city as its city hall. In the back of the downstairs is a large meeting room with restrooms and area for food service. A winding staircase on either side of the foyer leads to the second story of the building. [Full Story »] 

The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a break in that occurred on Saturday, November 2, 2013, at Wahl to Wahl Grocery in Chauncey.

The perpetrators entered the business by smashing in the glass on the front of the store. No items were found to be missing when deputies arrived, but considerable damage to the building and items inside the business were noted. It is believed that a truck stolen from Pruett Heating and Air was used by the suspects. Citizens of the county are encouraged to report any information that may lead to the arrest of the persons responsible for this incident to the proper authorities. [Full Story »] 

Age: 66

Died: Saturday, October 26, 2013

Arrangements: Rollins Funeral Home, Inc. of Eastman was in charge of arrangements.

Age: 66

Died: Friday, November 1, 2013

Arrangements: Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home of Eastman was in charge of arrangements.