Since Walmart came to Cochran, people have consistently come out the night of Thanksgiving to get a jump on their holiday shopping. This year was no exception as hundreds packed the aisles looking for deals.

Both the BCMS and BCHS competition cheer squads had good debuts at the Middle Georgia Cheer Classic Saturday.  The middle school placed second despite losing eight girls to high school, plus a new head coach in former assistant Liz Brown.  Perry Middle School edged the Barons by one point.

BCHS had to bring in a new member Thursday due to numerous injury issues.  Despite that, they had a solid debut and won the AA division.  Both squads will be at the West Laurens Raider Rumble September 22.

The Cochran Bleckley Recreation Department will host Dixie Youh State Coach Pitch 8-u softball as well as state girls T-Ball June 17-19.  They'll host both rounds of the 10-u state baseball tournament July 8-11 and 15-17.  Volunteers are needed to help with both tournaments.  Anyone wishing to help can call Director Andy Brand, (478)934-3225.