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Fiery truck crash in Wilkinson County third accident in two months at same intersection
MACON, Ga. — Two trucks crashed at a Wilkinson County intersection with a history of devastating wrecks, according to Wilkinson County Coroner Billy Matthews. It happened at the intersection of two major highways: SR-112 and U.S. Highway 441. “This is a very dangerous intersection," Deputy Coroner Dusty Thomas previously...
Family in Hartwell, Georgia, helps with creation of 1st Black Barbie with Down syndrome
HARTWELL, Ga. — Barbie just released the first-ever Black Barbie with Down syndrome. The first Barbie with Down syndrome was created last year, but for the new addition, Mattel got input from a focus group of Black individuals, including a woman with Down syndrome. Before adding “Barbie” to her...
HomeGoods set to open first Columbus location
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A new tenant is set to breathe life into a vacant anchor space at a north Columbus shopping center. HomeGoods, known for its wide selection of furniture, home accessories and cooking products, will open at Columbus Park Crossing, a company spokesperson confirms. The retailer will occupy the 25,000-square-foot building that was previously home to Bed Bath & Beyond on Whittlesey Boulevard.
Expert provides insight on how to navigate airport amid cyber outage chaos
ATLANTA — Travelers who were stuck for days at airports like Hartsfield-Jackson are demanding answers. Compensation seems to be one of the biggest topics on most passengers' minds. Since the start of the agony at the airport, flyers have spent much of their time waiting: waiting at baggage claim,...
Rivertown Hairstyling and Backpack giveaway to be held in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The second annual Community School Hairstyling and Backpack Giveaway will be held on Saturday, July 27. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Rivertown School of Beauty located at 3625 Manchester Expressway, Columbus. The event will provide kids backpacks, school supplies,...
MPD Reports: Cases of elder abuse; suicide threats; mental health and slew of domestic disputes
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period July 11 – 18, 2024. Due to the length, this report has been split into five parts. This is the second part. Please note an arrest or charge does not constitute a conviction. Dispute – Pine...
Lawsuit details alleged assault at Tacos-N-Beer
Plaintiff received treatment at hospital for numerous injuries. The civil suit threatened by plaintiff Bradyn Sorrow against a local downtown restaurant has been filed against Tacos-N-Beer Bar and Grill. Sorrow had announced he would file a suit against the downtown eatery after a recent incident in which several intoxicated patrons...
UPDATE: VPD makes arrest in homicide investigation
VALDOSTA – The Valdosta Police Department releases an update on the suspects and victim of a shooting at an apartment complex. Arrested 1: Darius Kitchen, African American male, 32 years of age, Valdosta resident. Arrested 2: Clarence Eady, African American male, 26 years of age, Valdosta resident. Victim: Martevalous...
Scenes from the Augusta Jewish Museum July 21 ribbon cutting ceremony
Officials with the Augusta Jewish Museum held a ribbon cutting ceremony July 21. The day was several years in the making. The museum concept saved two historic Augusta structures from the wrecking ball in 2015. The Greek Revival-style Jewish synagogue was built in 1869 and is the oldest synagogue in...
Masters ticket lottery winners selected
Did you win the lottery for Masters tickets next year? You might want to check your Masters account. Augusta National Golf Club has awarded thousands of people the opportunity to purchase Masters tickets after reviewing their ticket lottery submissions. Once you login on the app or online you will either...
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