Community Heard defense makes statement in shutout of Model Jeremy Stone Jeremy Stone
Reporter · Rome, GA
With a background in Sociology from the University of Alabama, Jeremy Stone has dedicated the last 5 years to covering issues affecting local communities. His work spanned various local newspapers, where he focused on social justice and community initiatives. Jeremy is committed to giving a voice to underrepresented communities in Rome.
More from Jeremy → Reporter · Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM · 3 min read
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