Jaclyn Harold
Anchor/Multimedia Journalist
Thomasville, Ga.
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She is originally from Fort Lauderdale, Florida but made her way to Tallahassee for college in Fall 2011.
After graduating from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University with a bachelor's in Broadcast Journalism, Jaclyn took her first reporting job in Rochester, Minnesota.
Since trading in her snow boots, Jaclyn has been covering South Georgia as the Thomasville Bureau reporter. She loves trying new recipes and new restaurants. She enjoys meeting people and sharing stories that matter in this community.
If you have any story ideas, or recipes you'd like to share with her, don't hesitate to reach out.
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According to the Thomasville on Stage and Company's website, the Young Actors Conservatory program is on hold until further notice.
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Residents rattled by gunfire at a Thomasville apartment complex are calling on police to do more to stop the violence.
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A new Ashley Home furniture distribution center will employ nearly 100 people in Thomasville.
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A recent shooting on the corner of Madison and Green St in Thomasville has struck a nerve in the community.
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It was a chance encounter that brought these two strangers together. Henry Yuma a wedding singer, and James Banks a Pastor and retired biologist.
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Parks and recreation in the city of Thomasville is taking strides forward when it comes to revamping local parks, and making them accessible for all.
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The Thomasville-Thomas County Chamber of Commerce buried a time capsule to be dug up in 100 years.
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Students at Southside Elementary School sported blue and gold for World Down Syndrome Day to bring awareness to the community.
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An investigation is underway in the death of 19-year-old Jordan Benage, who died after he sustained injuries from a fall off a school bus lift.
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Thomasville City schools lifted its mask mandate for the second time this school year, following a drastic decline in COVID cases.
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Dozens of people turned out to get vaccinated on Monday in South Georgia.
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Archbold Medical Center is partnering with First Missionary Baptist church for the sixth time since the start of the pandemic, bringing vaccines right to the community.
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Members of the public can call 229-201-1222 with any information that can help law enforcement in their manhunt.
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It was the first day back to school for the children of Thomas County, and despite another Covid surge, safety protocols remain unadjusted.
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Holiday spending in South Georgia is making a comeback after many chose to shop online in 2020.
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Despite COVID cases and surge concerns across the country, one Georgia jail says they’ve been avoiding major outbreaks throughout the pandemic.
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The demand to get vaccinated is on the rise in South Georgia and officials say it could be attributed to the holidays.
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Holiday shopping is underway and officials are asking that everyone take a careful look at their cash.
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A new solar energy center will provide power at a low cost for South Georgians.
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Officials in Brooks County say the Mule Creek Bridge is one of the older bridges in the community and will finally get a makeover starting Thursday, Nov. 11.
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This week in Thomasville, students are celebrating ‘Bus Safety Week’ and learning important information about how to be safe while travelling to-and-from school.
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The legal fight continues in Thomasville as city council members have voted ‘no’ on accepting a settlement to end a lawsuit filed against the city.
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Her story is being described as a miracle, as Miss Hicks, a 4-year-old dog was saved from being drowned in a Thomasville creek.
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Two men are behind bars after walking into a convenience store in South Georgia and stealing a large sum of money.
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Effective Monday, testing in the Thomas County area will now be held at the Saint Luke CME Church on Chatham Drive.
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Major construction in South Georgia kicked off Monday on South Pinetree Boulevard and Magnolia Road.
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Just days after Georgia temporarily paused its distribution of monoclonal antibody infusions, treatment centers are re-opening in South Georgia.
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Effective Thursday, COVID-19 infusion sites across South Georgia are temporarily closing.
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As the school year enters its second month, parents in Thomas County have expressed concerns that school district officials have been sweeping COVID-19 related issues under the rug.
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Residents share mixed feelings when it comes to President Biden’s new efforts to increase COVID vaccination rates.
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13 COVID-related deaths were reported by Archbold Medical Center within the first seven days of September.
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Students in Seminole County returned to classes after two weeks of distance learning.
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It was reported that more than 22,000 power poles were damaged during the storm, and Wylie said it’s been a little more challenging in some areas to restore energy.
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Hurricane Ida relief efforts are gaining support in Thomasville, all because of two women determined to make a difference.
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The Thomas County Sheriff’s office is asking for the community’s help identifying a man who allegedly exposed himself to a young girl.
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Students in Seminole County will transition to distance learning, due to a staffing shortage among bus drivers.
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Masks are required for more people in more places across Thomasville now that City Manager Alan Carson has announced expanded protocols for all city buildings.
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Despite growing concerns about new COVID cases in South Georgia, some parents say they believe masks were more harmful than helpful last year.
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Health officials at Archbold said rising cases during this current surge of the pandemic are offering challenges unseen in 2020.
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Class is back in session for Thomasville City Schools but some parents want the district’s mandatory mask mandate out.
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Authorities say a box of applications was mailed over from the Georgia Department of Labor in June with submissions dating back to 2020.
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A family vacation was canceled after a Thomasville woman said Norwegian Cruise Line changed up its COVID-19 vaccination policy.
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A study from Georgetown University pinpoints southwest Georgia as part of a COVID cluster.
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A missing wedding band has been returned to its owner after a 10-year-old found it in Florida springs.
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A Georgia woman has shared how a call with who she thought was Amazon’s Fraud Department has cost her everything she owned.
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What started out as a summer job for Neil Wise has transitioned into an opportunity for he and his friends to give back to the community.
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A lawsuit filed against the Georgia Department of Labor “lacks proof,” according to the department’s Commissioner Mark Butler.
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A commemorative wall will be displayed on the corner of Stevens and West Jackson St. in Thomasville to share the history of a former Black business district.
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After years as a franchisee for Chicken Salad Chick in Tallahassee, owners Bob and Carolyn Gosselin have brought a new location to Thomasville.