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Seminar on youth gun violence held Sunday at Ninth Grade Academy
On Sunday evening, July 21, a large group of youth and parents gathered at the Ninth Grade Academy for a seminar on gun violence among youth. This is something that has plagued Sumter County in recent months, as there has been a rash of shootings involving young people. The event was put on by an […] The post Seminar on youth gun violence held Sunday at Ninth Grade Academy appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Board of Commissioners decide to advertise a one mill increase
The Sumter County Board of Commissioners met July 16th. A citizen addressed the board during citizens comments. “My name is Amy Adams, and I live in 193 Timberlane in Americus in Dixie Hills, and I wanted to talk about an issue that happened on 20, June. It was a Thursday and we were having a […] The post Board of Commissioners decide to advertise a one mill increase appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
WVU’s Todd Duncan win SE Amateur, punches ticket to U.S. Amateur Golf Championship
WVU’s golf program will be well represented at this year’s U.S. Amateur Golf Championship. West Virginia native Todd Duncan became the third Mountaineer golfer to qualify for the sport’s top amateur event. Duncan shot -5 (65) in the first and only round of the Southeastern Amateur qualifying tournament at Country Club of Columbus golf course in Columbus, Georgia.
SGTC Inducts 20 into National Technical Honor Society
By Pat Peacock South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) recently inducted seven new members into the college’s chapter of the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) in recognition of the students’ outstanding academic achievement. The ceremony was held in the John M. Pope Industrial Technology Center on the Americus campus. Dr. John Watford, President of […] The post SGTC Inducts 20 into National Technical Honor Society appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
City of Albany investigating recent IT issues
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The city of Albany released a statement on Monday regarding the city’s recent IT issues. WALB has reached out to the city with several follow-up questions after learning of the ongoing issues, including the impact it has had on the Albany Police Department’s systems and to see if the effects to the city’s systems were in any way related to Friday’s CrowdStrike software update that caused worldwide technology outages.
Interview with hotdogger Sarah Oney
Sarah "Sarahkraut" Oney, who grew up in Columbus and graduated from University of Georgia, is one of the current drivers of the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. FOX 5 Atlanta had a chance to catch up with Sarah while she is traveling around the country.
Columbus Buffalo Rock Company receives prestigious award for bottling service
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Buffalo Rock Company, the Columbus franchise, was awarded the PepsiCo Beverages North America’s, 2023 Donald M. Kendall Bottler of the Year Award. Buffalo Rock Company bottles drinks. According to company officials, the award they received is the highest honor given to PepsiCo Beverages North America’s bottling partners, and receiving the honor showcases their “commitment to excellence, community involvement, outstanding business performance.”
Dothan teen arrested in Blakely drive-by shooting, police say
BLAKELY, GA (WDHN) — A teen from Dothan is behind bars in southwest Georgia after police claim he was identified as a suspect in a drive-by shooting. According to Blakely Police, 17-year-old Joseph Pelland was arrested on Friday, July 19, after investigators claimed he fired shots at an occupied home on Palmetto Avenue on Wednesday, July 17.
Albany City Commission announces 2024 proposed porperty tax increase
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - On Monday, July 22, the city of Albany Board of Commissioners announced a proposal to increase the 2024 property taxes. The city is proposing to raise this year’s property tax by 12.17% over the rollback millage rate. Each year, the board of tax assessors is...
COLUMBUS: 11th Street underpass closed for lightning repairs Wednesday
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Columbus Consolidated Government has announced a road closure for Wednesday morning. According to CCG, the 11th Street underpass from 7th Avenue to 10th Avenue will be closed July 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for lighting repairs. Motorists are encouraged to proceed with caution in the area of the road […]
SGTC to offer CDL classes at Crisp County Center
Staff Reports South Georgia Technical College will be offering eight-week Commercial Truck Driving classes in Crisp County Fall Semester. Classes start August 15 and it is not too late to sign up. CDL classes are also available on the Americus campus. The Crisp County CDL classes will be held on SGTC’s new Commercial Truck […] The post SGTC to offer CDL classes at Crisp County Center appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Author takes a look at America ... warts and all
ALBANY — The Albany Herald started printing occasional columns written by William Cooper after the writer randomly sent one of his works to the newspaper asking that The Herald consider running it. After reading the column, the Herald's management decided to give Cooper's work a shot. The reader response to that initial column was overwhelmingly favorable, so the newspaper has run pretty much ...
West Central Georgia Community Action Council holds community information session
Press release by the Community Action Council On July 10th, The Executive Director, Patty Marie Stinson, along with staff from West Central Georgia Community Action Council, held a Community Information Session on the various services offered. West Central Georgia Community Action Council is a non-profit organization that has been awarded a grant to assist low-income […] The post West Central Georgia Community Action Council holds community information session appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
SGTC adds two new associate of applied science degree options
Staff Reports South Georgia Technical College continues to “Bridge the Gap” in workforce education by adding additional credentials students can utilize to meet individual and local labor-market needs, announced SGTC President Dr. John Watford. SGTC is adding the Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies and the Associate of Applied Science in Allied Health […] The post SGTC adds two new associate of applied science degree options appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Phoebe Pharmacy residency helps fill need for pharmacists
ALBANY — Albany native Rachel McGill knew at an early age she wanted to be a pharmacist. Inspired by the toll cancer treatments took on several family members, she was determined to pursue a career in pharmacy to make a meaningful impact on patient care. Thanks to Phoebe Putney Health System’s investment in medical education, McGill was able to complete her training in Albany and will soon ...
Morning clouds keep us cooler through the day with afternoon thunderstorms
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Starting the day off cloudy with areas of patchy fog across the region. Staying pretty much overcast through most of your morning with a few breaks and peaks of sunshine by midday. With more clouds in the morning, afternoon highs will remain below average in the upper 80s as we continue […]
PUBLIC REVIEW MEETING NOTICE- CDBG Program Reallocation
A Public Review Meeting will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, August 5, 2024 to receive comments on the amendment of Program Years (PY) 2023 & 2024 Annual Action Plans for the reallocation of unexpended Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program funds. A total of $84,260.23 in unexpended Community...
Starting the Work Week Unsettled
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - It was a rinse and repeat day in the Valley today with scattered showers and storms. This evening a chance of showers and storms lingers before giving way to mostly cloudy skies overnight. Out the door on Monday morning expect temperatures in the low-70s with some areas of patchy fog possible, so use some extra caution on the roads. By the afternoon thanks to partly to mostly cloudy skies and a chance of showers and storms, temperatures look to reach the mid- to upper-80s once again. Remember some storms may produce heavy rain, gusty winds, and lightning. We will be squeezed between weather patterns which will help to keep the unsettled weather across the Valley. Rain coverage sits between 40-60% Monday through Thursday, with temperatures in the upper-80s to low-90s. Looking ahead to next weekend, some drier conditions are set to make a return to the Valley along with some near seasonable temperatures; rain coverage sits between 20-30% with temperatures in the low-90s. We will continue to watch next weekend’s rain coverage, as these are some of the final weekends before the new school year starts.
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