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Georgia puts Cornel West, Jill Stein and Claudia De la Cruz on the state's presidential ballots
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia voters are likely to be able to choose from six candidates for president after Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger on Thursday put Cornel West and Claudia De la Cruz back on the ballot and ruled that the Green Party’s Jill Stein had qualified by another route. Raffensperger, an elected Republican, overruled findings made last week by an administrative law judge that removed West and De la Cruz. West is running as an independent. De la Cruz is the nominee of the Party for Socialism and Liberation but has qualified as an independent in Georgia. “The Democratic...
Tractor-trailer rig kills man laying across Oglethorpe County road at night
A tractor-trailer rig ran over and killed a man who was lying on a state highway in Oglethorpe County early Friday, according to the Georgia State Patrol. The patrol reported that troopers were dispatched at 1:47 a.m. to a location on Georgia Highway 22, which is known locally as Crawfordville Road. The location is south of Lexington in the vicinity of Salem Church Road. ...
Athens-Clarke County Prepares to Distribute $957K in HUD Funds for Affordable Housing Initiatives
The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government’s Housing and Community Development Department has announced the availability of nearly $1 million in federal funding for affordable housing efforts. Approximately $957,320 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's HOME Investment Partnerships Program will be up for grabs to increase and preserve low-income housing in the Athens-Clarke County area. According to their announcement, these funds are targeted to provide gap financing to both non-profit and for-profit housing entities looking to tackle local housing issues.
Inmate dead in Wilcox State Prison, per Georgia Department of Corrections
WILCOX COUNTY, Ga. — A man died in Wilcox State Prison on Wednesday, according to a statement from the Georgia Department of Corrections. They say Mariol Juante Rawls died on Aug. 28, though they did not release any information about events leading up to his death. According to the...
Firearm found in student's backpack at Warner Robins High School
Warner Robins, Ga (WGXA) - The Houston County School District has confirmed that a gun was found at Warner Robins High School on Tuesday. According to a spokesperson, the firearm was discovered during a routine search of a student's backpack. Parents were promptly notified of the incident by the school system. Willie Raines, a local advocate known for hosting school assemblies across Middle Georgia, spoke on the importance of awareness, emphasizing the severe consequences children may face.
Barrow County man killed in 3-vehicle crash in Oconee County
A Barrow County man was killed Thursday afternoon in Oconee County in a three-vehicle crash along a stretch of Atlanta Highway between Bogart and Statham. The wreck occurred shortly before 4:30 p.m. at the Dials Mill Road intersection, according to the Georgia State Patrol. The wreck claimed the life of Bradley Edwards, 45, of...
'Was really incredible' | New restaurant opens in Warner Robins brings community out in droves
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. — Warner Robins has a brand new Tex-Mex food spot. Surcheros, which got its start in Douglas, Georgia, opened its doors to a new crowd in Warner Robins on Tuesday, Aug. 20. The new restaurant, located at 1277 South Houston Lake Road, had people camping outside...
US Armed Forces veterans, families recognized in Macon
MACON, Ga. (WPGA) – A ceremony was held in Macon honoring those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The event was held at Fort Hawkins in Macon. Fort Hawkins is where some of the first-ever military veterans served in middle Georgia. The event was made special with the unveiling of two memorials.
Cornbread Pool Room loses liquor license, Washington County Sheriff said
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ga. — The Washington County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on Thursday to revoke Cornbread Pool Room's liquor license, Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran said. David Ellison, 75, the owner of the Tennille nightclub, also known as the Cornbread Club, was taken into custody on Aug. 16...
PSSI Moving Some Jobs From Kieler To Georgia
Food safety solution and sanitation provider PSSI based in Kieler has announced it will be relocating some of their corporate office job from Wisconsin to Georgia. In a statement, PSSI says they will shift several job functions currently based Kieler. Officials say the chemical plant in Kieler will continue to operate, while some of corporate duties will be shifted to the Atlanta office.
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