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Freedom to Float Coalition focuses on success of Columbus
ATHENS – This summer, a new Georgia House Study Committee on Navigable Streams has been charged with determining where citizens can recreate on Georgia rivers and streams. This committee will convene later this year to collect data and testimony from Georgia citizens, residents and municipal officials about the role that river recreation plays in local communities and make recommendations for ...
Minimum Wage Workers In The State Of Georgia Can’t Afford Basic Needs, Like Rent
A NLIHC study reports that a worker earning minimum wage in the state of Georgia would need to work 3.5 full-time jobs to be able to maintain rent for an apartment. For roughly 1.4 million people living in Georgia, a person earning minimum wage would need to work nearly four full-time jobs — or over 140 hours a week — to make monthly rent payments.
‘Crying out, banging on doors’ | Psychologist exposes shocking conditions in Georgia's 'harshest' prison
MACON, Ga. — A federal judge held the Georgia Department of Corrections in contempt of court in April after failing to correct “draconian” conditions at the system’s highest-level – and "harshest" – prison: the Special Management Unit in Jackson. But nearly seven years earlier,...
13th Colony Cask Strength Single Barrel Rye Whiskey Review
13th Colony is a spirits producer located in Americus, Georgia and has been in operation for over 15 years now. Some of my more dedicated readers are probably expecting me to use this introduction as a springboard to talk shit about the things I’ve called them out for in the past. But I’m not going to do that for this review. Instead, I’ll be concentrating on the whiskey in the bottle.
COLUMBUS: New waste collection policy coming in September, city says current collection system is ‘inefficient’
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Columbus Consolidated Government has announced significant changes to waste collection in the city. Beginning Sept. 9, CCG says all household waste must be in a city issued black or brown cart. All bulk waste not in the city issues carts will require citizens to call 311 to schedule a pickup. The […]
Central Georgia women came together for community wellness event on Saturday
MACON, Ga. — While we’re a few months removed from National Women's Health Awareness Month, it’s never a bad idea for women to continue to prioritize their health and wellness. No one knows that more than the Girls Dig Deeper Initiative (GDDI), as they partnered with Piedmont...
Laurens County drug trafficker sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison
A Laurens County man has been sentenced to federal prison after pleading guilty to drug trafficking charges. Ricky Rich, 42, of East Dublin, Ga., was sentenced to 228 months in prison after pleading guilty to Distribution of Fentanyl, said Jill E. Steinberg, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia. U.S. District Court Judge Dudley H. Bowen also ordered Rich to pay a $2,500 fine and to serve three years of supervised release upon completion of his prison term. There is no parole in the federal system.
Fitzgerald Purple Hurricane 2024 Football Preview
We tell you everything you need to know about the 2024 Fitzgerald High School football team in this preview, including roster changes and what fans can expect from the Purple Hurricane this season. 2023 Stats. Overall Record: 10-4 Points Scored: 414. Points Allowed: 223. Key Losses. Head coach Tucker Pruitt...
Bibb Schools considers plan for school closures, new charter school
MACON, Ga. — An actionable plan for the Bibb County School District to start exploring potential school closures was presented to the school board at its regular meeting Thursday along with an ask by the superintendent for the board to approve a new charter school that plans to open downtown next school year.
The future of Woodland Drive, the Boys and Girls Club and cameras in public bathrooms discussed at Plains City Council
On Thursday, July 18, the Plains City Council (PCC) conducted its monthly regular meeting. There was much to discuss at that meeting, including the future of Woodland Drive, the street that former President Jimmy Carter lives on. Jill Stuckey of the Jimmy Carter National Historic Site told the PCC that there has been much discussion […] The post The future of Woodland Drive, the Boys and Girls Club and cameras in public bathrooms discussed at Plains City Council appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Addiction recovery ministry seeks new worship space in this part of Columbia County
An Augusta-area Christian ministry that helps guide drug addicts and ex-convicts through recovery seeks 20 acres in Columbia County to continue its work. Cliff and Ana Nobles lead 143 Ministries International, established in 2018 and named for the number of letters in each word of "I love you." The nonprofit...
Queens of Miss and Little Miss Peanut to Parade Down Foster Street
DOTHAN, AL (WDNews) – Get ready for a dazzling display of charm and creativity as the contestants of Miss and Little Miss Peanut hit the streets!. On Sunday, July 28th, at 6:00 PM, the sidewalks of Foster Street will come alive with excitement. Families and friends are invited to line the sidewalks and cheer on the queens as they showcase their unique outfits and shoes, all designed by the talented contestants themselves.
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