U-L Grad Travon Walker Meets With Media

Thomaston's Travon Walker met with the media following Georgia's practice Monday.

For the full press conference, click HERE.

Fagan Named SEC Player Of The Week

Upson-Lee graduate Tye Fagan has been named the SEC Player of the Week for his performance against Florida A&M Sunday in Athens.

For more click HERE. 

UGA Athletic Director To Retire

University of Georgia J. Reid Parker Director of Athletics Greg McGarity will retire on December 31, 2020, following 10 years of service as the UGA Athletic Association’s top administrator.

For the complete press release click HERE.

SOUTHERN CRESCENT TECHNICAL COLLEGE COMMENCEMENT

Southern Crescent Technical College President Dr. Alvetta Thomas announced recently that the College will host its annual commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday outside the SCTC Education and Training Complex at Ellis Crossing just north of the Griffin Campus.

This ceremony, which is a socially-distanced outdoor ceremony with limited guest attendance, honors graduates from fall 2019, spring 2020, summer 2020 and fall 2020 semesters.

The speaker for the 10 am ceremony is Dr. Lily Henson, Chief Executive Officer at Piedmont Henry Hospital. Graduates from all Allied Health, Arts and Sciences, Business, and Computer Information Systems programs will participate in this ceremony.

The speaker for the 2 p.m. ceremony is Scott Pearson, president of Peterbilt of Atlanta, LLC. Graduates from all Industrial Technology, Film Technology, Public Safety, and Professional Services programs as well as Adult Education programs will participate in this ceremony.

Fagan Leads Georgia To Win

Former Upson-Lee standout Tye Fagan lead the University of Georgia men’s basketball team to a 2020-21 season opening 85-75 win over Florida A&M Sunday afternoon at Stegeman Coliseum.

Scores career first double-double, 21 points and a team high 10 rebounds.

For more click HERE.

For post game comments click HERE.

Georgia - Vanderbilt Kickoff Set

The Georgia - Vanderbilt game Saturday will kickoff at 4:00 pm.

For more details click HERE.

Warrant Issued In Bank Robbery

Pike County Sheriff’s Office Investigators have obtained an arrest warrant for a suspect in regards to the September 18th bank robbery at the First Bank of Pike. 

Howatdrick Jamal Jones , 28 years of age, from Woodbury, Georgia, has been charged with armed robbery for this incident. 

A second bank robbery at the Talbot State Bank on October 9th, has also been linked to Jones by investigators. In both cases the suspect passed a note demanding money from the teller. The note threatened to use a firearm to commit violence during the First Bank of Pike robbery. 

Additional charges are possible from the Federal Bureau of Investigation as they conclude their investigation into the Talbot County incident.

Jones is currently in the Meriwether County Jail on an unrelated violation of probation charge. He will be transferred to the Pike County Jail in the near future.

LOGIC AND ACCURACY TESTING TUESDAY BY UPSON BOARD OF ELECTIONS

 The Upson County Board of Elections will begin Logic & Accuracy testing for the statewide Presidential recount on tomorrow 11/24 at 1pm at the Election Room located at 715 Andrews Drive.

The actual scanning/recount will begin on Monday, 11/30 at 9am at the same location.

All testing & counting is open to the public. For more information please contact the Elections Office at 706-647-6259.

THOMASTON FIRE DEPARTMENT SAVES A HOUSE

THOMASTON FIRE DEPARTMENT DISPATCHED TO A HOUSE FIRE AT 416 WEST GOODRICH AVE. MONDAY AROUND LUNCHTIME.

FIRE CHIEF RENEE HARRIS TOLD 101 NEWS THE HOUSE WAS 45% DAMAGED. AN ADULT MALE WHO LIVED THERE TOLD THE FIRE DEPARTMENT HE HAD JUST LEFT THE RESIDENCE AND IT WAS NOT ON FIRE. 

THE STATE FIRE MARSHALL HAS BEEN CONTACTED TO INVESTIGATE THE CAUSE. SANDRA ADAMS LISTED AS THE OWNER ON THE UPSON COUNTY TAX BOOKS.

CHIEF HARRIS SAID UNITS RESPONDED TO 401 4TH AVE. SOUTHEAST SUNDAY EVENING. A HOT PLATE CAUGHT FIRE, MINOR DAMAGE TO ONE ROOM.

ATLANTA DEER HUNTER DIES IN UPSON CO

SHERIFF DAN KILGORE SAID A DEER HUNTER FROM THE ATLANTA METRO AREA DIED WHEN HE FELL OUT OF HIS DEER STAND IN SOUTHERN UPSON COUNTY OFF IVEY ROAD, SATURDAY.

THE DECEASED, 60 YEAR OLD JOSEPH COLBERT OF WOODSTOCK, GA. WAS FOUND FACE DOWN BY COMPANIONS AFTER THEY ENDED A DAY OF HUNTING AT DARK.

SHERIFF KILGORE SAID THE CORONER RULED COLBERT DIED OF AN APPARENT HEART ATTACK .

PEDESTRIAN STRUCK BY A VEHICLE

A 65 YEAR OLD PEDESTRIAN WAS INJURED SERIOUSLY IN UPSON COUNTY AFTER HE WAS HIT BY AN SUV WHILE CROSSING HIGHWAY 74 WEST NEAR SUNNYSIDE ROAD THURSDAY.

ACCORDING TO POST 26 GA. STATE PATROL THE VICTIM, THOMAS KARLTON VAUGHN OF 2971 CREST HIGHWAY, WALKED INTO THE PATH OF A TOYOTA HIGHLANDER DRIVEN BY SHIRLEY ANN WALLER OF PICKARD ROAD.

SHERIFF DAN KILGORE A THANKSGIVING BLESSING!

UPSON COUNTY SHERIFF DAN KILGORE SAYS THAT WORKING WITH A MIDDLE GEORGIA RELIEF AGENCY HIS OFFICE WILL BE DISTRIBUTING AROUND 1300 FOOD BOXES ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25th. 

STARTING AT 10:30 am AT THE USUAL LOCATION, THE SOCCER COMPLEX BEHIND THE CIVC CENTER. SHERIFF KILGORE CALLED IT A THANKSGIVING BLESSING THAT THIS TRAILOR LOAD OF FOOD BOXES HAS BECOME AVAILABLE.

Former Georgia All-American Jake Scott Dies

Former Georgia All-American, Miami Dolphins All-Pro defensive back, and Super Bowl MVP Jake Scott died Thursday in Atlanta.

Click HERE for the complete story.

Father And Child Found Dead Outside Butts County Waffle House

A young father and his 10 month old son were found dead in their car outside a Waffle House on Highway 36 in Butts County on Saturday, November 14th. 

Christopher Gage McKinzie, 26, and his son Sawyer Gage McKinzie, were pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical responders.

Christopher was found unresponsive in the drivers seat, Sawyer was in a car seat in the rear. McKinzie's girlfriend, Kortnie Payne was unconscious in the front passenger seat but had a faint pulse, she was transported to the hospital and listed in critical condition. 

Officers said that both McKinzie and Payne worked at the Waffle House and that McKinzie got off at midnight, drove to his mother's home to pick up Sawyer and returned to wait on Payne to get off around 2:30 am. Investigators speculate that Payne thought both Christopher and Sawyer were asleep and fell asleep herself.

McKinzie’s mother found all three passed out in the car and called police at 6 am.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is believed to be the cause of death, the vehicle was not running when found but the ignition switch was in the "on" position.

Investigator Richard Gandy said that there was a known problem with the vehicle's exhaust system, parts had been ordered to make repairs but they had not arrived. The exhaust pipe had been cut off underneath the car and apparently led to the exhaust fumes filling the passenger compartment. McKinzie likely was not aware how deadly the problem was.

McKinzie was born in Thomaston but grew up in Forsyth and graduated from Mary Persons High School in 2013.

The family has set up a GoFundMe to help with funeral expenses.

GORDON STATE COLLEGE ASN CLASS

Gordon State’s Class of December 2020 Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) students celebrated with a socially-distant Nursing Pinning Ceremony Wednesday. The nurses, many who are currently employed or have offers pending, will immediately impact the region and aid in the demand for nurses in the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Gordon State College is proud to continue its great tradition of preparing highly qualified nurses for Central Georgia and beyond,” said Victor Vilchiz, the dean of the School of Nursing, Health and Natural Sciences . “We will continue to do our part in fighting the current health environment.”

Participants received their nursing pins, lit their nursing lamp and recited the international nurse’s pledge.

Melissa Harrison, associate professor of nursing, said she always looks forward to the pinning ceremony. “It gives faculty an opportunity to celebrate their achievement,” Harrison said. “As faculty, the success of our students is our greatest accomplishment. We strive to help prepare them to become the best nurses they can be.”

Director of Nursing Samantha Bishop welcomed the nurses and told them she represented the college when she stated how proud she was of their efforts. “We have all struggled through 2020, making this accomplishment more important because nurses are needed in the workforce now more than ever,” Bishop said.

Dr. Jacquelyn A. Key, assistant professor of nursing, cited the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by Bishop’s introduction of faculty. Senior Anna Morris delivered the invocation, followed by President Kirk A. Nooks, who shared how a nurse personally impacted his family recently and commended them for their tenacity in the program. Senior Marianna Simmons shared a student’s perspective. Assistant Professor of Nursing Kelly Wilson announced the nursing class while Alexis Hill shared the significance of the nursing pins. Bishop and Wendy Martin, associate professor of nursing, pinned the class. Senior Josh Craig shared the significance of the lamp lighting while Harrison and Martin led the lighting of the lamps for the students. Bishop led the nursing pledge. Assistant Professor of Nursing Christy Skinner announced the class honors and Harrison closed the program with gratitude for the students and their sacrifices to complete the degree.

The fifty-two students were able to participate in the small, abbreviated ceremony held in the SARC, which allowed for safety protocol for the students and limited guests. A virtual event for graduates is slated in December followed by a virtual senior toast celebration. The institution plans to have a commencement celebration in the spring semester for all of the graduates.

UPSON CO DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAX SALE

Upson County’s next delinquent property tax sale will be held Tuesday, December 1st at 10:00 am at the Thomaston-Upson County Civic Center. 

Anyone interested in bidding on property in the sale should come by the tax office prior to December 1st and sign up. 

Reminder: the tax office will be closed November 26th & 27th for Thanksgiving holidays.

Edwards Taken Number 1 In NBA Draft

Georgia’s Anthony Edwards was chosen by the Minnesota Timberwolves with the No. 1 overall pick of the 2020 NBA Draft on Wednesday.

Click HERE for story.

FORMER U-L A.D. STEPHEN BOYD CHARGED BY THOMASTON POLICE

THE PRINCIPAL OF LAMAR COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL AND FORMER UPSON-LEE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR STEPHEN BOYD WAS ARRESTED BY THOMASTON POLICE FOLLOWING A DOMESTIC INCIDENT INVOLVING HIS ESTRANGED WIFE MONDAY EVENING AT HIS GOODRICH AVE. / N. STREET RESIDENCE.

POLICE CHIEF MIKE RICHARDSON SAID HIS DEPARTMENT ISSUED WARRANTS FOR BOYD CHARGING HIM WITH MISDEMEANOR BATTERY-FAMILY VIOLENCE AND THEFT BY TAKING FOR GRABBING HER CELL PHONE. BOYD WAS ALLOWED TO TURN HIMSELF IN AT THE UPSON COUNTY JAIL, WEDNESDAY.

THE POLICE REPORT SAID KIMBERLY BOYD RELATED SHE WAS IN HER CAR IN THE BACK ALLEY ATTEMPTING TO FILM BOYD AND A FEMALE WITH HER CELL PHONE--WHEN HE WALKED UP TO HER CAR AND GRABBED HER CELL PHONE AND SHE JUMPED OUT TO GET IT BACK.

MS. BOYD SAID SHE GRABBED MR. BOYD BY THE COLLAR AND HE PUSHED HER INTO A FENCE AND SHE FELL DOWN--THEN A MALE NEIGHBOR SHOWED UP AND SHE GOT HER PHONE BACK.

BOYD HAD REDNESS ABOUT THE NECK AND A SMALL CUT ON HIS HAND--POLICE SAID.

NEW INDUSTRY IN BUTTS COUNTY HAS AN UPSON COUNTY CONNECTION

Dubois County, Indiana

THIS WEEK GOVERNOR BRIAN KEMP ANNOUNCED MASTERBRAND CABINETS, HEADQUARTERED IN JASPER, INDIANA , IS OPENING A SOUTHEASTERN MANUFACTURING AND DISTRIBUTION HUB ON 1-75 NEAR THE CITY OF JACKSON IN  BUTTS COUNTY CREATING 400 JOBS.

Dubois County, Indiana

MASTERBRAND CABINETS IS THE PREMIER KITCHEN AND BATH CABINET PRODUCER IN THE U.S. AND THE COURTHOUSE IN ITS HOME COUNTY, DUBOIS COUNTY, INDIANA ---- IS AN EXACT REPLICA OF THE UPSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE. 

THE SAME ARCHITECTS MILBURN AND HESTER OF WASHINGTON D.C. DESIGNED BOTH. UPSON COUNTY'S WAS BUILT IN 1908, DUBOIS COUNTY BETWEEN 1909 AND 1911 AND UPSON'S CUPOLA IS CURRENTLY BEING DISMANTLED TO SOLVE ROOF LEAKS AND WILL BE DUPLICATED BY A KENTUCKY COMPANY. 

CHECK THE PICTURE ON OUR WEBSITE MADE BY SHERIFF DAN KILGORE. 

WTGA'S DANNY BISHOP VISITED THE COURTHOUSE IN JASPER YEARS AGO AFTER SHOOTING SOME PHOTOS IN FRENCH LICK, INDIANA AT THE HOME OF NBA LEGEND LARRY BIRD, JUST UP THE ROAD.

PIKE COUNTY FOOTBALL FRIDAY CANCELED

PIKE COUNTY'S FOOTBALL GAME FRIDAY NIGHT WITH CRISP COUNTY HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19. 

NO PIKE PLAYERS HAVE TESTED POSITIVE BUT 14 ARE IN QUARANTINE AFTER BEING EXPOSED.

FREE HIV TESTING

Upson County Health Department is hosting free HIV testing on Tuesday December 1, 2020 from 12-6 pm call 1-800-847-4262 for an appointment. We will also be offering free Hep C tests, blood pressure, height, and weight screenings.

Walk-in flu shots are available weekly Monday - Friday.

COMPLAINTS ON A BUSINESS NOT FOLLOWING THE GOV. EXECUTIVE ORDERS

Complaints on a facility that we regulate (Food Service, Body Art Studio, Tourist Accommodation or Public Swimming Pool) should go to the local Environmental Health Office. We will need the following information included in the complaint so that it can be followed up on.

• Facility Name
• County located in
• Concerns

Complaints on a facility that we do not regulate (not a Food Service, Body Art Studio, Tourist Accommodation or Public Swimming Pool) should go to:

• www.gov.georgia.gov click on “Constituent Services Online Form”
• Select COVID-19 Concerns and enter your complaint
• They will be required to enter their contact information

Hayla Folden
Public Information Officer
District 4, Georgia Department of Public Health

UPSON BOC AGENDA 11/24/20

UPSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular Commission Meeting 

November 24, 2020 - 6:00 P.M. 

THE MEETING WILL BE STREAMED LIVE ON YOUTUBE PLEASE COPY THE FOLLOWING LINK
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe2eGmYc-ooba5KStmOeXkw 

AGENDA 

I. CALL TO ORDER - Chairman Norman Allen 

II. INVOCATION

III. PLEDGE 

IV. PUBLIC HEARING
The Upson County Board of Commissioners will have a Public Hearing for the proposed 2021 budget on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. A copy of the proposed budget is available for review in the Upson County Commissioners office at 106 East Lee Street, Suite 110, Thomaston, GA 30286 Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00.

V. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Anyone that wish to make public comments please send them to the County Clerk at jjones@upsoncountyga.org by November 23, 2020 by 5:00 p.m.

VI. CONSENT AGENDA

• a. November 5, 2020 Work Session Minutes
• b. November 10, 2020 Regular Meeting Minutes
• c. Approval of Beer and Wine License Renewals

VII. NEW BUSINESS

• d. Discussion and possible approval on a Moratorium on convenience stores
• e. County Manager, Commissioners, and County Attorney Comment

GRIFFIN-SPALDING SCHOOLS ANNOUNCE INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT

On Tuesday, November 17th, the Griffin-Spalding Board of Education appointed Executive Director of Secondary Education Dr. Donald Warren as the interim superintendent of the Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCS). Dr. Warren will begin his role as interim superintendent on November 30 continuing until the hiring process is complete and the new superintendent is in place.

Dr. Donald Warren is the GSCS Executive Director of Secondary Education. In this role, he supervises all middle and high school principals along with career and technical education. He also works with the middle and high school counselors. He came to GSCS after serving as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction & Director of Learning and Leadership for Henry County Schools for five years. Dr. Warren spent the majority of his career in the Houston County School District as a high school mathematics teacher, assistant principal (elementary and middle) and principal (Warner Robins Middle School) in Warner Robins, Georgia. He holds the Doctor of Education and Specialist degrees in Educational Leadership from the University of Georgia (2002, 1998), a Master’s degree in Educational Administration and Supervision from Georgia College and State University (1997) and a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Computer Information Systems from Georgia Southwestern State University (1990). For additional professional development, Dr. Warren has completed Harvard University’s National Institute for Urban School Leaders in the School of Graduate Education as well as programs from the Georgia School Superintendent’s Association such as the Planning, Funding and Budgeting Institute, the District Office Professional Development Program and the Superintendent’s Professional Development Program

400 NEW JOBS FOR BUTTS COUNTY

Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc. will make a significant and long-term investment in opening a Southeastern U.S. manufacturing and distribution hub near the City of Jackson in Butts County, creating nearly 400 jobs.

“MasterBrand’s investment in Georgia is a testament to the state’s unmatched logistics infrastructure, pro-business climate, and top-notch workforce,” said Governor Kemp. “I look forward to seeing the new jobs and opportunities MasterBrand’s Southeastern U.S. hub creates for the hardworking Georgians of Butts County.”

MasterBrand Cabinets is the premier kitchen and bath cabinet producer in the U.S., holding the largest share of the cabinets market. The business offers a full range of cabinet styles and price points sold through multiple channels, including home retailers, builders, and dealers.

“We have seen a lot of opportunity and accelerated demand in value-priced cabinetry. Over the years, we have positioned our business to capture that growth. Adding a facility in Georgia helps us expand our reach and meet customer needs,” said Dave Banyard, president of MasterBrand Cabinets. “I am proud of our MasterBrand culture, and we look forward to adding new associates to join our strong team and be part of our success.”

The company plans to open their manufacturing and distribution operations at an existing 840,000-square-foot facility located adjacent to Interstate 75 and Arthur Bolton Parkway on Midway Road. MasterBrand will create nearly 400 jobs in the local community, including manufacturing and distribution positions, along with careers in management and supervision. MasterBrand is preparing the space and equipment, and expects to be fully operational in the upcoming months. Individuals interested in opportunities with MasterBrand are encouraged to visit masterbrand.com/careers for additional information.

“The Butts County Development Authority is extremely pleased to welcome MasterBrand Cabinets to our community,” said Development Authority Chair John Harkness. “We are excited about the opportunities this venture brings to our area of the state, and the addition of approximately 400 jobs will be a significant stimulus to our local economy. With a location that provides immediate access to I-75, MasterBrand will not only bring value to Butts County, but to our neighboring counties and communities as well. Welcome, MasterBrand!”

“Our vision for Butts County is to attract high-quality industries that will become not just an employer or an economic engine, but a partner in our community, as well,” said Ken Rivers, chairman of the Butts County Board of Commissioners. “The Board of Commissioners’ Office is proud to welcome MasterBrand Cabinets to Butts County, and we look forward to crafting a lasting and meaningful relationship with the company and their associates in the years to come.”

Director of Advanced Manufacturing Ashley Varnum represented the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s (GDEcD) Global Commerce division on this competitive project in partnership with the Butts County Development Authority, Georgia Quick Start, Georgia Power, and the Metro Atlanta Chamber.

“After receiving the ranking as No. 1 State for Doing Business for eight years in a row from Site Selection magazine, we are excited to announce another success story for our state. I want to welcome MasterBrand to Georgia, and thank them for choosing Butts County for their Southeastern U.S. manufacturing and distribution hub,” said GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson. “It is great to be able to announce another 400 jobs for our state, especially as we are still fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. I am grateful for the work of the Butts County Development Authority and of our other partners throughout Georgia as we continue to ensure support for businesses and create new opportunities.”

About MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc.

Headquartered in Jasper, Indiana, MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc. is the largest cabinet manufacturer in North America. Its powerful portfolio of brands – ranging from stock to made-to-order – offers quality cabinetry solutions for kitchen, bath, and other areas of the home. MBCI is an operating company of the consumer product company, Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc. (NYSE: FBHS). For more information, visit www.masterbrand.com.

UPSON CO COURTHOUSE CLOCK TOWER IS BEING REMOVED

(Photo by Dan Kilgore)

A HUGE BOOM CRANE BEGAN DISMANTLING THE CLOCK TOWER ATOP THE UPSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, THE BIGGEST CRANE EVER PUT TO WORK IN THE AREA.

A REPLICA OF THE CLOCK TOWER IS BEING CONSTRUCTED BY AN INTERNATIONALLY-RECOGNIZED COMPANY IN KENTUCKY--AND IT WILL BE INSTALLED PROBABLY IN THE SPRING OF 2021.

UPSON CO TAX COLLECTION RATE 81% SO FAR

MONDAY WAS THE DEADLINE TO PAY 2020 UPSON COUNTY PROPERTY TAXES WITHOUT PENALTY.

ACCORDING TO TAX COMMISSIONER ANDY CHASTAIN 81% OF THE TOTAL TAXES DUE HAVE BEEN COLLECTED, $14.9 MILLION, WHICH INCLUDES THE COUNTY, THE CITY OF THOMASTON AND THE SCHOOL SYSTEM. 

THE TAX OFFICE BILLED OUT $18.4 MILLION IN TAXES AND TAX COMMISSIONER CHASTAIN SAID HIS OFFICE ANTICIPATES CLOSING OUT THE YEAR WITH A COLLECTION RATE OF 92 OR 93%.

MID-MONTH COVID-19 UPDATE

COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Georgia and across the country, and studies show that transmission is occurring primarily through small gatherings. Here locally District 4 reports a rise in cases in multiple counties following Halloween particularly among school-aged children. The case count for teachers has remained stable.

Upson County reported 35 new cases for the first half of November, more than double the 16 cases reported in the last half of October; however, there was only one new hospitalization in Upson and there were zero deaths, the first time this has happened since the last half of July.

For the combined area including Upson and its bordering counties, cases increased from 175 the last half of October to 235 the first half of November. Deaths increased slightly from 8 to 11. Monroe County reported the most new cases at 55 and the most new deaths at 4. Crawford County reported the fewest new cases at 14. Crawford, Talbot and Upson Counties all reported zero deaths.

November 1 – 15, 2020
County	New Cases	New Deaths
Upson	35	0
Pike	25	1
Lamar	52	2
Monroe	55	4
Crawford	14	0
Taylor	15	1
Talbot	18	0
Meriwether	21	3
Spalding	127	5
Source: Daily Reports from GA Dept of Public Health

 

8-County Area	New Cases	New Deaths
March 1 – 31	24	0
April 1 – 15	235	10
April 16 – 30	170	18
May 1 – 15	102 (lo)	11
May 16 – 31	164	15
June 1 – 15	112	15
June 15 – 30	239	6
July 1 – 15	348	5 (lo)
July 16 – 31	516	9
Aug 1 – 15	532 (hi)	23
Aug 16 – 31	359	30 (hi)
Sept 1 – 15	229	14
Sept 16 – 30	265	19
Oct 1 – 15	178	14
Oct 16 – 31	175	8
Nov 1 – 15	235	11
8-County Area = Upson, Pike, Lamar, Monroe, Crawford, Taylor, Talbot, and Meriwether
Source: Daily Reports from GA Dept of Public Health

Upson County	New Cases	New Deaths	New Hosp	Avg Test Pos
March 1 – 31	5	0
April 1 – 15	134	5
April 16 – 30	77	13 (hi)
May 1 – 15	41	10
May 16 – 31	24	6
June 1 – 15	14 (lo)	6	1
June 16 – 30	60	3	0
July 1 – 15	38	2	5
July 16 – 31	78	0 (lo)	4
Aug 1 – 15	153 (hi)	4	9
Aug 16 – 31	37	6	5
Sept 1 – 15	65	4	7
Sept 16 – 30	73	3	7
Oct 1 – 15	29	6	10	6.6%
Oct 16 – 31	16	3	7	4.4%
Nov 1 – 15	35	0 (lo)	1	6.0%
Source: Daily Reports from GA Dept of Public Health