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Fried chicken, fresh groceries and frozen yogurt, oh my ... Albany sees new business uptick
ALBANY – Take one quick drive around Albany and you’re sure to see new construction, “coming soon” and “open now” signs. The Good Life City is seeing an uptick in business development since the COVID-19 pandemic. From May 2023 to June 2024 Albany’s Planning and Development Department saw 492 Occupational Tax Certificate applications come through, Angel Gray, the department's planning manager, ...
Kids at Valdosta-based ministry Living Bridges complete summer reading program
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - For summer 2024, over 20 kids had the opportunity to learn and grow their reading skills just in time for the new school year with the Living Bridges Summer Reading Program which fosters the love of reading for children and their parents. “The parenting class is...
Victim ID’d after body found in Savannah River
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A week after a body was found in the Savannah River, positive identification has been made. The Richmond County Coroner’s Office says 38-year-old Jermaine Pate from Georgiana, Ala., was identified as the victim. Pate’s body was found in the Savannah River early July 19.
Rain returns for the weekend
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The weekend features a sun/cloud mix that remains as rain returns. Look for scattered showers and storms during the afternoon and evening both on Saturday and Sunday. A few showers are possible early Sunday with the bulk of the rain after midday. With additional rainfall a marginal risk for flash flooding continues.
2 Albany firefighters critically injured in accident while attending funeral service in Worth Co.
SYLVESTER, Ga. – A funeral service ends in further tragedy as two first responders are in critical condition. What was originally a memorial service for Worth County High School student Trenton Melton. But… as they were attending the funeral service, two Albany firefighters were injured in a car accident...
Craft Axe Throwing of Albany holds pet food drive for Lee Co. Animal Shelter
NORTH ALBANY, Ga. – Craft Axe Throwing in north Albany is holding a pet supply drive through the end of the month of July with the goal of donating everything to the Lee County Animal Shelter. General Manager, Allison Cauley says they’re looking for unopened bags and cans of...
Former investigator enters Burke County sheriff’s race
WAYNESBORO, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - There’s a new candidate in the Burke County sheriff’s race. Brad “Cap” Capitosti will be running against incumbent sheriff Alfonzo Williams, he announced in a news release. Capitosti will be a write-in candidate due to the late withdrawal of the previous republican...
Now closing: Bankrupt furniture, home goods stores leaving the Augusta area
A pair of national home goods retailers filing for bankruptcy are closing their stores in Augusta and Columbia County. Conn's Home Plus acquired competitor Badcock Home Furniture & More in December 2023, but earlier this month the combined retail entity began Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, according to numerous media and trade publications this...
Saladworks and Frutta Bowls to open in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM)—Two new dining options will open in the Midland Commons area next month under the same roof. The grand opening for Saladworks and Frutta Bowls will be Tuesday, August 6, at 6835 Midland Commons Boulevard, Suite G, Columbus, GA, 31909. According to officials, throughout the opening week,...
City of Warner Robins hosts first ever Burger Week in September
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. — The City of Warner Robins announced their inaugural Burger Week in September, according to a press release. The event brings 25 local restaurants together to showcase their “creativity and culinary skills” with limited-time burger creations. Eight restaurants have already signed up to participate...
Midland residents seeing growth and popularity around the area
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Immense growth has been seen in recent months across northeastern Columbus; more specifically, in Midland. The increase of residents, businesses, and restaurants is largely due to Midland Commons. Locals say the area fits that of a “live, work and play” community, built with an amphitheater, retail shops, restaurants, and lofts.
Dementia puts pressure on families in Bainbridge; resources available to help
Jennifer Britt tells an all too common story about how her tight knit family took the news after her grandfather was diagnosed with Dementia after undergoing brain surgery back in 2016.
Construction beginning on the longest paved trail in the US in Sandersville
SANDERSVILLE, Ga. — From Athens to Tybee, Georgia Hi-Lo Inc. is paving a path through Georgia. The trail will connect walkers and bikers from Athens to Savannah. Executive Director Mary Charles Howard is from Sandersville. In 2019 she launched the non-profit Georgia Hi-Lo Trail Initiative after “being frustrated with...
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