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Valerie Vie Replaces Judge Booted Off The Bench, After Nightclub Arrest
The Georgia Supreme Court removed Probate Judge Christina Peterson from her position. In the wake of Probate Judge Christina Peterson’s removal following her arrest outside an Atlanta nightclub, attorney Valerie Vie has stepped into the role of probate judge, reports the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Vie, who secured the Democratic primary in May, will serve the remainder of Peterson’s term until Jan. 1, 2025. This decision, made by the Judicial Qualifications Commission, cited “systemic incompetence” and found 12 of the 30 counts serious enough to warrant disciplinary action, BLACK ENTERPRISE previously covered.
Move over, Michigan: Georgia now leads in building next-generation cars
Since the first Ford Model T rolled off the assembly line in 1908, Detroit has been synonymous with the American automotive industry. But in the age of the electric vehicle, amid a renaissance in domestic manufacturing, Georgia is quietly but confidently emerging as the undisputed national leader in the electrifying auto sector. It sounds like […] The post Move over, Michigan: Georgia now leads in building next-generation cars appeared first on Georgia Recorder.
Valdosta State Prison warden terminated after 16 months
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - The Valdosta State Prison warden has been terminated after only working at the prison for 16 months, according to the Georgia Department of Corrections. Warden Ralph Shropshire was terminated on Monday, July 1 for unprofessional conduct. According to the Georgia Department of Corrections, it will, “not be commenting further as the dismissal is a personnel matter.”
1 man injured in 4th of July shooting at Augusta Mall
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded to the scene of shots fired with one person down at the Augusta Mall. Dispatch says the first call came in at 3:38 p.m. to 3450 Wrightsboro Road on the Fourth of July. Upon arrival, deputies located...
Wild Adventures announces highly anticipated 90s House Party Tour
VALDOSTA – Wild Adventures LIVE! concert series announces the highly anticipated 90s House Party Tour with performances from 90s icons. The Wild Adventures LIVE! concert series presented by Valdosta TKO Nissan continues on Saturday, July 13, with the highly anticipated 90s House Party Tour at the Wild Adventures LIVE! Amphitheater. This unforgettable night will feature iconic performances by Kid ‘N Play, Rob Base, and All-4-One, bringing back the nostalgia of the 90s.
Jeff Smith car dealerships in Perry sold. New million-dollar KIA facility planned
New owners expected to invest millions to relocate and build a new dealership while remodeling the Dodge location. The initial transition of ownership had hiccups: computers were down and just over a dozen customers were turned away.
Miami 2026 QB commit Dereon Coleman beat out 2024 FSU signee in high school
Four-star quarterback Dereon Coleman who committed to Miami in the 2026 class on Wednesday beat out 2024 Florida State signee Trever Jackson during the 2023 season at Orlando Jones High School per David Lake of Inside the U. Coleman won the starting job after initially splitting time with Jackson. Coleman...
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