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Catherine Jordan promoted to manager of GBI's Central Regional Crime Lab
DECATUR -- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced Monday the promotion of Catherine Jordan to manager of the GBI’s Central Regional Crime Lab. Jordan will be responsible for the supervision of staff and others within the Central Crime Lab. “Catherine has proven to be a leader in the crime lab and will continue to serve as a great example as the Central Regional Crime Lab manager,” GBI Director Chris Hosey said. “We can only benefit from the service of such a professional in their field.” ...
Former Georgia public safety commissioner dies at 73
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Georgia is saying goodbye to a respected former state official. Col. Sid Miles previously served as the state’s public safety commissioner. He died today while in hospice in Brunswick. Gov. Kemp issued a statement on social media calling Miles a true public servant,...
Four Emory hospitals ranked best in Georgia and Atlanta by U.S. News and World Report
ATLANTA – Four Emory Healthcare hospitals have ranked notably in this year’s regional rankings of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals issue. For the thirteenth year in a row, Emory University Hospital ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Georgia and metro Atlanta in the 2024-25 Best Regional Hospitals rankings. (Emory University Hospital includes Emory University Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital and Emory University Hospital at Wesley Woods.)
Columbus Botanical Garden celebrates 25 years with new traveling exhibit
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM)— For its 25th anniversary, the Columbus Botanical Garden introduced its first-ever traveling exhibit, “Art of Nature, Walk on the Wild Side.”. The exhibit includes 12 large-scale animal topiaries made with moss, flowers, and foliage throughout the gardens, and CBG officials said guests will experience something new every time they come.
Athletic uniforms approved and intermediate school recognized at Sumter County Board of Education regular meeting
At its regular meeting on Thursday, July 11, the Sumter County Board of Education (SCBE) voted unanimously to approve the purchase of athletic uniforms in the amount of $248,477.68. This issue was discussed at length during the SCBE’s work session on Monday, July 8. Board Member Rick Barnes made a motion to approve the purchase […] The post Athletic uniforms approved and intermediate school recognized at Sumter County Board of Education regular meeting appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
New Piedmont Urgent Care in Monroe now open
Piedmont Urgent Care, Monroe, Ga. Contributed photo. Monroe, Ga. (July 9, 2024) – There’s now a new and convenient health care option in Monroe for people looking for treatment for minor illnesses and injuries. Located at the Monroe Pavilion shopping center, Piedmont Urgent Care opened its 73rdlocation July...
Dawson tenant faces eviction after speaking out against a ‘slum landlord’
DAWSON, Ga. (WALB) - Shunkeshia Polite was shocked to find out that instead of her landlord fixing her home, he was actually forcing her to move out. “That’s crazy you know. Since y’all won’t fix y’all house I get an eviction notice,” Polite said. Polite...
SGMC Health Welcomes Urologist John Losee, MD
SGMC Health is pleased to welcome Urologist John Losee, MD, FACS, to the health system as the newest provider at SGMC Urology. Dr. Losee is Board Certified in Urology. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of kidney stones, urinary incontinence, prostate cancer, bladder cancer, and prostate enlargement. His extensive training and experience equip him to provide the highest level of care to patients in need of urological services.
Perseids Meteor Shower Could Fill the Night Sky with More than a Hundred Meteors an Hour
The beginning of the Perseids meteor shower have begun as of July 14th, but it will peak a few weeks from now. The best place to watch meteor showers is somewhere designated as a "dark skies" area. Dark sky locations are areas where low light pollution means skywatchers can better...
Prep Zone Preview: Manchester Blue Devils
MANCHESTER (WRBL) – The Manchester Blue Devils are coming off a terrific 2023 Football season, that finished with a region championship and a state championship game. Although the Blue Devils came one point short of bringing home the title, the stretch was historic for the team. The Blue Devils enter this season with a new […]
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