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Sally D. Meadows Students of the Month
Sally D. Meadows Elementary School recently celebrated the Students of the Month for August. Recognized were: (Back Row (left to right): Mr. Mike Manning (SOTM sponsor), Jim Wilkerson, Aylen Mixon, Tomijah Jackson, Carley Grubbs, Ellie Wall, Jay’len Barden, Brayden Shivers, Jim Wilkerson, Colt Page, Jay’len Barden, Amelia Lewis, Jamie Mikell, Bryson Taylor, Elianna Smith, Jessa Crump, and Jase Allen; Middle Row (left to right): Joel Taylor, Bryce Boston, Jaxson Porter, John Hayes, Jaslynn Cerillo, Zy’Marlei Hooks, Landyn Wallace, Miracle Guest, Laila Middleton, Edith Phillips, and Joshua Snell; Front Row (left to right): Brayden Shivers, Kylie Johnson, Jru Brown, Rosy Abarca, Ryan Sasser, Ezekiel Mocorro, Jaycee Lowther, Jemima Ambrokio-Pedro, Nolan George, Omariyon Hunt, and Dilan Patel; Not Pictured: Angel Robinson.
Georgia election workers seek control of Giuliani’s assets to collect on $146M defamation judgment
Two Georgia election workers have asked a federal judge for control over Rudy Giuliani’s assets to collect on the $146 million defamation judgment against him for baselessly claiming they engaged in election fraud in 2020. The request from Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss comes just short of a month after the ex-New York City mayor’s…
Voter registration drive to be held for Georgia and Alabama residents Sept. 7
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Columbus Chapter of Jack and Jill of America is partnering with other community organizations to host a free voter registration drive and community block party in September. The event will be held at the 14th Street Bridge on the Columbus and Phenix City side on...
Marjorie Taylor Greene leads Trump campaign phone bank in Georgia push
ROME, Ga. - The campaign for former President Donald Trump intensified its efforts in Georgia with the launch of its "Trump Force 47" phone bank yesterday in Rome. The event was hosted by Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, a vocal supporter of the former president. Dozens of volunteers gathered to...
85 years ago: August 31, 1939
DUBLIN COURIER – HERALD, DISPATCH, AND PRESS. With services of the county government pared to meet shrinking revenues, Laurens County’s Board of Commissioners of Roads and Revenues today set 20 mills – 15 mills for general purposes and 5 mills for bonded indebtedness – as the county’s tax rate for the current fiscal year.
Strong Start Leads to Draw
Cochran, GA - The Knights were back on their home field on Saturday, August 31st as they hosted the Bears of Truett-McConnell University. The Knights were coming off of a tough loss and were looking to rebound with a win. The Knights would start off strong as they would command...
Albany Police Seek Help Finding Missing 64-Year-Old Kenderson Hill
The Albany Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 64-year-old Kenderson Hill, who has been reported missing. Hill was last seen in the early hours of the morning, around 3:45 a.m., leaving the 1500 block of Georgia Avenue. He was reportedly on foot, possibly heading toward...
Swingin’ Medallions close out 2024 First Friday Concert Series in Monroe on Sept. 6
If students back in school or Labor Day kicking off the beginning of the work week, then the Swingin’ Medallions closing out Monroe’s First Friday concert series should be the final reminder that Summer 2024 is pretty much over. But it’s a great way to close out the season.
FRIDAY NIGHT SCOREBOARD: August 30, 2024
West Laurens and Dublin stayed unbeaten, while Trinity, East Laurens and Johnson County suffered tough losses at home in Friday night’s local high school football action. Pick up Tuesday’s print edition, or check courierheraldtoday.com/sports Monday afternoon, for full coverage of each local game. West Laurens 42, North Clayton...
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