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Local entrepreneur tours South Georgia Tech
By Su Ann Bird South Georgia Technical College President Dr. John Watford invited local CEO/Fashion Designer Elena Carne’ Lorenz of T31 Design House to tour South Georgia Technical College and learn more about the over 200 associate degree, diploma, and technical certificate of credit programs available locally. Carne’ Lorenz had spoken to the SGTC […] The post Local entrepreneur tours South Georgia Tech appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
July Marriages
Christian Arguijo and Don’Trica Alexia married 07/26/2024 Jayonna Joyce and Pedro Montoya married 07/26/2024 Arthur Darrell Royal and Kerrie Lynn Thomas married 07/26/2024 Daniel Chad Bailey and Monica Lynn Varela married 07/26/2024 Willie James Hooks and Erica Nichole Morgan married 07/26/2024 Jazmine Elaine-Imani and Anthony Malik married 07/26/2024 Molly Katie Smith and John Michael Roberts […] The post July Marriages appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Sumter Players announces 60th anniversary season
Enchanting Mysteries and Enduring Bonds: A Season of Wonder [AMERICUS, GA, August 1, 2024] – Sumter Players, Inc. proudly announces its 60th anniversary season: Harvey (October 3-6, 2024), Elf the Musical (December 6-8, 2024), Murder on the Orient Express (March 6-9, 2025) and Steel Magnolias (May 8-11, 2025). Additional details about season membership prices and […] The post Sumter Players announces 60th anniversary season appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Industrialist George R. Eusner honored with memorial bridge
The bridge over Sweetwater creek on State Route 49 was renamed George R. Eusner Memorial Bridge in honor of the industrialist who founded MULCOA, with a ceremony talking place July 30. Paul Hall, former employee, gave the welcome and recognition of guests, and told of working with Eusner. “Sometimes he was a tough boss, sometimes […] The post Industrialist George R. Eusner honored with memorial bridge appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Influance Distributors speak to SGTC Cosmetology students
By Su Ann Bird Angie Lundy and Frederick Bryant, Influance Distributors, were guest speakers in South Georgia Technical College’s Cosmetology class recently and also provided a demonstration on the different types of hair products available from Influance. Influance Hair Care is a premier hair care company, dedicated to creativity and providing innovative products that promote […] The post Influance Distributors speak to SGTC Cosmetology students appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
SGTC Aviation Maintenance, Avionics, and Aircraft Structural students tour Embraer
By Su Ann Bird South Georgia Technical College Aviation Maintenance, Avionics, and Aircraft Structural students and their instructors attended the EMBRAER Summer of Hospitality Open House in Macon recently. Cynthia Carter, SGTC Career Services Director and Tylen Pepito, SGTC Admissions Counselor/Recruiter, also attended. Geoffrey Hammonds, Embraer Manager Technical Support, Structures Composites and Paint, extended […] The post SGTC Aviation Maintenance, Avionics, and Aircraft Structural students tour Embraer appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Jon Butler hired as SGTC Maintenance Technician
By Su Ann Bird Jon M. Butler of Andersonville, GA has joined South Georgia Technical College as a maintenance technician effective immediately, announced SGTC President Dr. John Watford. Butler will report to SGTC Maintenance Director Jeff Wiseman and SGTC Vice President of Operations Karen Werling. Butler is a graduate of the SGTC GED program […] The post Jon Butler hired as SGTC Maintenance Technician appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Phoebe Sumter Medical Center named 2024’s Most Beautiful Hospital in the U.S. by Soliant Health
By Amber Eady Public Relations Coordinator Phoebe Sumter Medical Center has once again been honored with the title of the Most Beautiful Hospital in the United States by Soliant Health, marking its second time receiving this prestigious recognition. The hospital first earned the distinction in 2015, and the 2024 award reaffirms its ongoing commitment to […] The post Phoebe Sumter Medical Center named 2024’s Most Beautiful Hospital in the U.S. by Soliant Health appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Correction on the July 27th homicide investigation photos
The mugshots of Christopher Darrell Lembrick, Jr. and Lavarous Jermaine Rumph, Jr. were incorrectly added to the press release concerning the July 27th homicide investigation into a double shooting with one fatality. The photos were from a prior incident and were added in error. The post Correction on the July 27th homicide investigation photos appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Representative Patty Stinson resigns from West Central Georgia Community Action Council
The West Central Georgia Community Action Council, or WCGCAC, announced on July 26th that representative Patty Marie Stinson has resigned as executive director of the council. WCGCAG administers federal grants for eight counties, including Sumter. Stinson began as interim director in November 2023 and became executive director last May. Board Chair Jill Harrison addressed her […] The post Representative Patty Stinson resigns from West Central Georgia Community Action Council appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Taylor County High School students attend SGTC for Customer Service Training
By Su Ann Bird Ten Taylor County High School students completed a 20-hour program in Direct Customer Service at South Georgia Technical College this summer. The special program was designed by SGTC Crisp County Accounting Instructor Tammy Hamilton in an effort to help “Bridge the Gap” for workforce development. SGTC Career Services Director Cynthia […] The post Taylor County High School students attend SGTC for Customer Service Training appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
City Manager holds citizen Q and A
Americus City Manager Diadra Powell held a citizen’s question and answer on July 29 at 12 noon. Yorka Ralwins, owner of the Spot, brought concerns about right of way on an alley that is claimed by a property owner near her restaurant. Ralwins claimed the property fell under public access, but that the property owners […] The post City Manager holds citizen Q and A appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Seminarian benefit dinner held at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church
The Knights of Columbus hosted a dinner at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church on July 26, raising money for seminary students. A large gathering enjoyed hotdogs and hamburgers. Several seminary students spoke after the meal, giving introductions and thanks to those gathered to support them. Seminarian Fred Williams extoled those gathered, telling how through their […] The post Seminarian benefit dinner held at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Stormwater discussed during city manager’s meeting
At the July 29th City Manager meeting, the ATR asked how many staff were in the storm water department. Powell replied that there were three employees, and a superintendent that was split between that department and other duties. Several budget transfers have occurred from the storm water fund. Citizens have expressed concern about the transfers […] The post Stormwater discussed during city manager’s meeting appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Volunteer Laieton Sharp shares his experiences working on the SAM shortline
Laieton Sharp, a college student, has volunteered on the SAM Shortline since high school. He talked about how the train had an impact on him during his early childhood. “SAM Shortline always held the Day out with Thomas every year, and I’d been going to that since I was about, I want to say, four or five years […] The post Volunteer Laieton Sharp shares his experiences working on the SAM shortline appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Double shooting with one dead
By the Americus Police Department On July 27th at approximately 3:23 AM, officers of the Americus Police Department were dispatched to the area of Bessie Mays Circle and Norman Cole Drive in reference to a reported shooting. While in route, officers were advised that two gunshot victims had been taken to Phoebe Sumter Medical Center […] The post Double shooting with one dead appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
The Sumter Players announce upcoming auditions
The Sumter Players have announced that they are holding auditions for the opening show of their 60th anniversary season, “Harvey”, next week. Many are familiar with the 1950 film adaptation starring Jimmy Stewart as Elwood P. Dowd, an easy going yet eccentric man who befriends a giant invisible rabbit. Those interested can come to auditions […] The post The Sumter Players announce upcoming auditions appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Retraction in Plains City Council story
Recently, it was reported in a story entitled “The future of Woodland Dr., the boys and girls club and cameras in public bathrooms discussed at Plains City Council” that Plains Mayor Joey Recker came up with the idea of putting cameras inside the public bathrooms in local parks to stop would-be vandals from vandalizing the […] The post Retraction in Plains City Council story appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Giggles and Smiles Learning Center
Bayonne Williams, owner of Giggles and Smiles learning center, told how she first got started in the daycare business after finishing nursing school. An LPN, she was looking for a building to do personal care. Williams found the current building, which used to be a daycare. “Once I found this building, people started stopping by […] The post Giggles and Smiles Learning Center appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Americus City Council hears salary study
The Americus City Council met on July 18th at 6 pm. Charles Crisp was recognized as honorary council member for the month of July. Public works director George Allen addressed the progress on implementing the copper and lead pipe grant to check water pipes. “We’re finishing up the inspection phase, and then it goes into […] The post Americus City Council hears salary study appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
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