The Dodge County News

On Thursday, September 12, two local people were arrested and charged with trafficking Ecstasy, possession of Marijuana (edibles) with intent to distribute, possession of Schedule IV drugs, possession of drug related objects and possession of s firearm during the commission of these crimes.

Kristen Walker, age 30, and Michael Tyrone Jackson, age 31, both of 5417 7th Avenue in Eastman are currently incarcerated in the Dodge County Law Enforcement Center pending bond.

After an ongoing investigation, sheriff’s deputies, along with the Eastman Police Department, went to the residence and conducted a bond search and located 200 suspected Ecstasy pills, almost two pounds of suspected edible marijuana, suspected Xanax, a handgun and a small amount of cash.

Dodge County Sheriff Lynn Sheffield advises that if you see or know of any drug activity in your community to please notify your local law enforcement agency.

The Dodge County Sheriff’s Department reported the following arrests for September 10, 2019 through September 16, 2019:

Russell Eugene Clark, age 49, of Eastman, was arrested for giving false name, address or birthdate to law enforcement officer.

Michael Tyrone Jackson, age 31, of Hawkinsville, was arrested for trafficking in Ecstasy, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession and use of drug related objects, possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance and receipt, possession or transfer of firearm by convicted felon or felony first offender
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We have several things to talk about this week. It’s about magic numbers. Winning by the skin of their teeth and the hype of one of the biggest home games in Georgia history.
First, we will talk about the Braves magic number. It dropped to just four as the Braves won two of three games in Washington. The starting pitcher from Soroka and Foltynewicz pitched well out of the rotation and the bullpen stayed strong. The weekend did bring the return of Nick Markakis. He had a strong comeback as he had seven hits over the weekend. The weekend did have a downside as Charlie Culberson was hit in the face with a pitch. It gave him several facial fractures and he is certainly gone for the season. It is hopeful that Camargo can come back before the playoffs. Lets hope the rotation can get some rest and be ready to go for the downseason series.
Now for the football scene. Let’s start with the Falcons. The Sunday night clash with the Eagles was close and exciting but not very well played. Matt Ryan had a rough game with three interceptions but his fourth down pass to Julio Jones was the difference. What an awesome block that Jake Matthews sparked the play. The defense was pretty good the entire game. The NFC south is now very interesting now that Drew Brees is out for at least six games with thumb surgery. The birds have a big stretch coming up as they have three of their next four on the road. The running game must improve as it only has 13 total yards in two games. Devonte Freeman has been held to 41 total yards. Matt Ryan’s start hasn’t been very good either as he has been picked off five times in the first two games. He threw only seven the entire 2018 season. They hit the road this week to play the Colts.
Now for one of the biggest regular season games in recent memory for the Dogs. They have an 8:00 p.m. start on Saturday night against Notre Dame. This is the third meeting between the powers since 1980. Of course the first two meetings went to the Dogs. The first was in the Sugar Bowl and the second in Notre Dame recently. The hype for this one is huge. The Dogs come in ranked third and the Irish at number seven.
The odds makers really like the Dogs. They are early 14-point favorites and I agree with them. I don’t think the Irish can stop the Dogs on the ground or in the air. Georgia has way too much talent and depth on both sides of the ball. I think the Dogs prove to the world they are national contenders. Sanford Stadium will be jumping this Saturday.

Wayne Anthony Allen, age 50, of Rhine was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol (D.U.I.) and failure to exercise due care.

Aubrey Paul Evans, age 33, of Hawkinsville was arrested for probation violation.

William Al-Majeed McClain, age 27, of Jacksonville, Florida was arrested for battery- family violence (1st offense) misdemeanor, kidnapping and false imprisonment.

Juan Pablo Ramirez Ramirez, age 28, of Rhine was arrested for driving without a valid licenses and seat belt violation.

Jena Wade Upshaw, age 30, of Warner Robins was arrested for no insurance and driving while licenses were suspended or revoked (misdemeanor).

Paul Clinton Youngblood, age 35, of Eastman was arrested for forgery in the 1st degree, receipt, possession or transfer of firearm by convicted felon or felony, first offender and possession of methamphetamine.

Jesus Cruz, age 51, of Eastman was arrested for battery (family violence) and cruelty to children in the third degree.

Jimmy Paul, age 52, of Eastman was arrested for driving while licenses were suspended or revoked and possession of
methamphetamine with the intent to sale, deliver or distribute.

Tammy Claxton, age 39, of Eastman was arrested for driving while licenses were suspended or revoked and improper exhaust system.

Elisha Williams, age 17, of Eastman was arrested for disorderly conduct.

Santiago Santos, age 42, of Eastman was arrested for pedestrian under the influence (P.U.I.)

Bilal Abu Rub, age 44, of Eastman was arrested for driving without licenses and driving too fast for conditions.

William Shuttleworth finished his 3,600 mile walk from Massachusetts to San Diego, Ca. to draw attention to military veterans’ issues. Good for William, a retired educator and Air Force Veteran, who spent 108 days on foot and turned 72 during the walk, starting on May 15, finishing on August 31. Read more at Vets DontForgetVets.com. He was on his fifth pair of walking shoes when he finished. How about a shoe contract for William?  He says people he met on the walk were great.
The Dow Jones stock average was 18,200 the day Donald Trump was elected in November 2016, went over 26,000 as of 8-17-19, a 29% increase. Savvy investors add some shares each month, even $100 or so. Of course starting early is important but it’s never too late. Always remember opportunity cost, two important words. Buy quality companies also. Berkshire Hathaway B Has averaged 20 percent per year for 50 years, showing the success of long term investing. I’m no expert – always check with an investment adviser.
Does the NFL hate America? I try not to watch pro football any more.
“Put gun criminals away and leave law abiding gun owners alone”, says Bill O’Reilly on TheBlaze.com 8-16-19.
My favorite headline on 8-19-19, “Delusional Bloated Marxist Stacey Abrams claims elections are somehow rigged with voter suppression more ‘insidious’ than in the 1960s.”
TheBlaze.com
Stacey says she won the 2018 election for Georgia Governor despite losing by around 55,000 votes. You’ll notice liberals hate all voter identification requirements.
Largest percentage of Mormons by state: Utah 67.7%, Idaho 26%, Wyoming 11%. The state with the lowest Mormon percentage is New Jersey with 0.37%.
There are 300,000 plus young people in Turning Point USA: TPUSA.com, student movement for free markets and limited government.
The Green Party does for Republicans what the Libertarian Party does for Democrats in elections.
Pocahontas Elizabeth Warren (PEW) is the “university intellectual” the left is looking for.
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Donnie Curtis Sheffield
Age: 55
Deceased: September 14, 2019
Arrangements: Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home of Eastman