Grant Turner
Grant Turner is the editor of the Barnesville Buzz and an educator, coach, and writer based in Barnesville, Georgia. He shares stories that bridge community, faith, and personal growth. In addition to teaching and coaching, Grant is Director of Musical Worship and a Sunday School teacher at New Hope Baptist Church in Zebulon, Georgia. He lives in Barnesville with his wife, Haley.
When God Tells You to Chill
You and I live in a world that tells us to be on the go, stay busy, and hustle. We often find our value...
In His Own Words: Smith’s Facebook Posts Reveal a Mind at...
Update: July 9, 2025, 3:05 PM
Dante Romearo Smith was arrested on May 23, 2022, by Heard County deputies after a call came in about...
Man Fatally Shot by DNR Officer on Brent Rd in Lamar...
Update: July 9, 2025, 3:05 PM
Dante Romearo Smith was arrested on May 23, 2022, by Heard County deputies after a call came in about...
Man Charged with Aggravated Assault After Barnesville Shooting
The Barnesville Police Department responded to a shooting on Railroad Street on June 29, 2025, at about 9:00 PM, in an incident that left...
Woman Reported Missing Twice in June Found Safe, says Monroe County...
UPDATE
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office reported at 6:00 PM that Sharon Summers Petitt has been found and is safe.Sharon Summers Petitt, who was reported...
11U Trojans Turn the Tide and Take the Trophy in Panama...
The comeback kids were hard at work in the Sunshine State last week! After losing the tournament opener, Trojan Baseball Academy 11U bounced back...
If You Had Waited a Little Longer…
I have grown to appreciate the legacy of Jesse Mercer, who was arguably the most influential Georgia Baptist of the 19th century. Jokingly, I...
Georgia High School Association Cracks Down on Transfers
Transferring—it's one of the most debated topics in sports right now. As the NCAA loosens its transfer rules, recent news out of Thomaston reveals...
Six Gordon State Employees Complete New Leadership Program
Six staff members from Gordon State College were recently recognized for completing the University System of Georgia’s inaugural Great from the Middle (GFTM) leadership...
More Than a Dad: The Father Who Chose, Redeemed, and Secured...
Happy Father's Day!
Most of you will do something today to honor the dads in your life. You will give gifts, attend church, cook lunch,...
