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Traffic stop and the charges that followed
Late at night Tuesday in rural southern Oconee, a deputy spotted a small car turn off SC 24/the West-Oak Highway and onto SC 59 without, he says, any tag lamps illuminating the license plate. The deputy followed the car which, eventually, turned into a driveway and was met by farm gate. The result of that traffic stop produced the following charges against Hartwell, Georgia resident Chantel Grace Price. Law enforcement records show the following charges: driving under suspension; giving false information, and no tag light.
Warner Robins community unites to build home for Army veteran Bill Sparks
Warner Robins, GA (WGXA) - Orchard Way is buzzing with the construction of multiple homes, including a special one for Army veteran Bill Sparks. The foundation for Sparks' new home will soon be laid, marking a significant milestone in his journey of recovery and resilience. "I lost everything. I lost...
Minimal oversight led to misspent money meant for Pleasant Hill, records show
Editor’s note: This is the second story in a series examining the Macon-Bibb County Community Enhancement Authority’s impact on the historic Pleasant Hill neighborhood. The authority was created by legislation introduced by State Rep. James Beverly, D-Macon, in 2012 with the sole mission of eliminating poverty in the city’s poorest neighborhoods.
‘Bicycles are considered vehicles’: local law enforcement speak about cycling safely
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Local law enforcement is working to remind the community how to safely share the road with cyclists. According to Georgia Law, bicycles are considered vehicles meaning cyclists are required to obey traffic laws. Officials say their priority is to keep the community safe. They say...
Major Changes Ahead for Augusta’s Paine College After Receiving 2.2 Million Dollars
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WFXG) - Exciting developments are on the horizon for Paine College as it prepares for significant transformations. With the impending retirement of President Cheryl Evans Jones, the college is not only searching for new leadership but also gearing up for extensive campus renovations funded by a recent multimillion-dollar grant.
$8.5 million Albany gym revitalization project moving forward
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - City leaders describe Henderson Gym as the basketball Mecca of South Albany, as talented youth like NBA star Dontonio Wingfield used to play in this very gym. Now, the gym is in dire need of a facelift. “To have a new beautiful building that attracts our...
RUN THE RACE: Columbus Couple Lifting God’s Name With Billboards
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A couple in West Georgia is taking their message of faith even higher – literally. Tim and Angie Hollis have put up at least 8 black billboards with white lettering all over Columbus. They’re called “Billboards for Jesus.” These small business owners say they’re not looking to profit but to “hold the Lord’s banner over the city of Columbus.”
City of Albany hosts town hall meeting to update citizens on Henderson Park recreational facility
ALBANY, Ga. – The city of Albany is also gearing up for an important town hall meeting, where residents will have the opportunity to voice their opinions and hear from city leaders. The primary focus of this meeting is to discuss updates on the Henderson Park recreational facility. Commissioner...
Atlanta Woman Missing Since July 13, Family Receives Text Hinting She Might Be in Macon
The search is on for Chanell M. Crosby, a 35-year-old woman from Atlanta, who was reported missing after she was last seen around 3 p.m. on July 13. Following her disappearance, Crosby's family received a text message on the evening of July 14 indicating she might be in Macon, as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta. The Atlanta Police Department is leading efforts to locate Crosby and is asking the public to come forward with any potential sightings.
Troubled waters: How many of Georgia’s lakes, rivers and creeks are polluted?
The State of Georgia has hundreds of miles of rivers and streams, and hundreds of thousands of acres of lakes and reservoirs for recreation.However, before you dive in to the state’s lakes, rivers, streams or reservoirs, you may want to know what you’re swimming in.
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