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🌱 How Jackson hikers can start 2026 on High Falls’ trails

Also, don't miss Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser - Jr. Firefighters of Monroe County on the Jackson Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:

  • How Jackson hikers can start 2026 on High Falls’ trails
  • Will a COVID-era deal delay an execution at Jackson’s state prison?

Also on today's calendar: Virtual Fleet Fix: Parts and Repair Planning Roundtable for Local Drivers and 5 more events.

Find out what's happening in Jacksonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Jacksonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Thursday: Intervals of clouds and sun, with a high of 50 and low of 32 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 63, low: 40.
  • Saturday: Nice with periods of sun, with a high of 64 and low of 39 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Start the new year in nature as Georgia state parks host nearly 80 hikes (macon.com) — Jackson residents can kick off New Year’s Day with guided First Day Hikes at High Falls State Park, including accessible and longer trail options plus a K-9 demo and food vendors. Nearby Indian Springs and Jarrell Plantation are also offering special hikes, some requiring advance reservations and small fees, giving locals several ways to start 2026 outdoors in Middle Georgia.
   

• Judge weighs halting execution of Georgia man seeking protection under pandemic agreement (timesunion.com) — A Georgia death row case tied to the state prison in Jackson could hinge on whether a COVID-era agreement still limits when executions can resume. Lawyers for condemned inmate Stacey Humphreys argue the deal created two classes of prisoners and that his execution next week should be halted, while state attorneys say he isn’t covered and procedures remain constitutional.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Friday December 12
  • Scrooge, The Stingiest Man in Town
    Rose Theater , 23 W Johnston St , Forsyth
    7:30 pm
    • Saturday December 13
  • Park Plein Air
    Indian Springs State Park , 678 Lake Clark Road , Flovilla
    3:30 pm
  • WrestleMerica Winner Takes All
    Monroe County Recreation Department , 100 Dan Pitts Dr , Forsyth
    7:30 pm
    • Sunday December 14
  • Protected Plant Talk at the Museum
    Indian Springs State Park , 678 Lake Clark Road , Flovilla
    1:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • LOST DOG.
    Male black lab with orange collar. Missing since 11/25/25 from Jackson Lake area. Call/text sightings to 678-682-0100 and please check your cameras (Nextdoor Woodlands Preserve)
  • Grand Risinggg!
    I'm on the hunt for a hairstylist/ braider ! Any recommendations for someone who can do these styles? ( I think these are Fulani braids / tribal… (Nextdoor Six Star)
  • DHL (Deutsche Post) posted a job opening for Cycle Counter in Jackson. Apply here.
  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Shift Manager - Premium Pay Available!! in Jackson. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Jackson here.

🗞 Nearby News

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Forsyth

  • Forsyth County Man Charged in Multi-county Identity Theft Scheme Involving Verizon Retail Stores (fetchyournews.com)
  • 9 of the best Macon restaurants to get GA comfort food during the cold winter months (macon.com)
  • ‘I can't hug him anymore,' Family of North Forsyth High victim killed in fight asks for prayers (wyff4.com)

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