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17-year-old injured in Georgia shooting
HAWKINSVILLE – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating a shooting that left a 17-year-old injured. At the request of the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office, GBI agents are investigating a shooting in Hawkinsville, GA, that left a 17-year-old from Eastman injured. On Sunday, July 28, 2024, at about...
Back to School Bash set for Saturday in Hawkinsville
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Back to School Bash, hosted by VFW Post 6077, is happening in Hawkinsville Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event, happening 255 Lower River Road, will feature about 60 vendors and food trucks, according to organizers. The bash will include a free...
Perry survey shows telecommuters are flocking to town due to small-town charm and low cost of living
PERRY, Ga. — Perry is becoming a hub for telecommuters, as people seeking a small-town atmosphere and lower cost of living are moving to the area. A recent survey conducted by the city of Perry suggested people are choosing to live in the city while working for companies located across the country and around the world.
Local author’s latest book ‘Hope in Action!’ highlights outreach in El Salvador
PERRY — Local author Chris Johnson has a wide range of work, from novels to newspaper columns. Now, he hopes his latest piece will inspire action and make a difference while showcasing overseas outreach. Recently, Johnson released a new book, “Hope in Action!” a collection of profiles and people...
Residents Expo to welcome newcomers to Houston County
HOUSTON COUNTY, Ga. (WGXA) — Newcomers to Houston County will have the opportunity to learn more about what the area has to offer during an upcoming event. According to a release, Visit Perry's New Residents Reception and Expo will offer a trade-show-style expo hosting local businesses and organizations with resources to help new Houston County settlers find their footing in the community.
Georgia Squirrel Hunting Season Begins Aug. 15
Beginning Aug. 15, one can head to the woods in pursuit of ‘ole bushytail as the Georgia squirrel hunting season begins, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division. “If you have kids that are itching to go on their first hunt, squirrel season is a great idea because you don’t have to be absolutely still or quiet, making it an ideal first hunt opportunity,” said Diana McGrath, Wildlife Biologist with the WRD Game Management Section. “Finding squirrels is typically easy as...
Suspect accused of murdering Junction Kitchen employee caught in Georgia, police say
CHARLESTON, S.C. – The man suspected of shooting three victims, killing one at a downtown Charleston apartment complex, has been arrested by U.S. Marshals in Georgia. Ryan D’Lorenzo Lewis, 30, was apprehended in Decatur, Georgia, Thursday. He is charged with murder, possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime, assault and battery, […]
Kidnapped 2-month-old baby found safe, Georgia authorities say
ATLANTA (TND) — A 2-month-old baby who was kidnapped in Georgia has been found safe, according to authorities. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) on Thursday said Reya Clark was located, but didn't say where she was discovered. The night before, authorities said they believed the baby was in...
Bulloch's Sheriff Brown sworn in as Georgia Sheriff's Association officer
The Bulloch County Sheriff's Office has announced that Sheriff Noel Brown has been sworn in as the Second Vice President of the Georgia Sheriff's Association. The swearing in took place at the GSA's 2024 annual banquet last week at Lake Lanier. The mission of the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association is to promote and further professionalize the Office of Sheriff in order to enhance public safety throughout Georgia. Since its beginning in 1954, the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association has engaged in a variety of activities and services, including: Annual training events for Georgia sheriffs and related personnel, and other valuable crime prevention programs. Advocacy at the Georgia General Assembly for tough crime control measures and laws that promote professionalism and enhanced effectiveness of your Office of Sheriff. Sponsor of the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes, which provides full-time residential care for the abused, abandoned, and neglected children in the state. Membership in the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association is comprised of Georgia’s 159 elected sheriffs. The Georgia Sheriffs’ Association also relies on the financial support of nearly 70,000 Honorary Members who believe in the Office of Sheriff and its mission to preserve the peace in our communities.
Photo gallery: Georgia football returns for first day of fall camp
Georgia's football team returned to practice on Thursday, the first official day of fall camp. That meant media was given a brief window during Day 1 to take some photos from the camp. In this article, take a look at a photo gallery that includes some of Georgia's newcomers and...
Dump trucks without rear license plates? They’re legal.
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Driving behind a dump truck feels like a game of roulette. Rocks could fall out, damaging your windshield or causing a crash. You’ve probably noticed those stickers warning you to stay back and that the trucks aren’t responsible for broken windshields. But did you notice something missing?
Georgia woman describes horrors of giving birth in prison
ATLANTA – A tearful Georgia woman told a U.S. Senate subcommittee a harrowing story Wednesday of giving birth while serving a five-year sentence in a state prison. Jessica Umberger, who now serves as a care navigator for the Policing Alternatives & Diversion Initiative in Atlanta, said she was forced to undergo a Cesarean section against her will because she had had one 18 years earlier. She gave birth to a daughter, Jordan, in August 2018 at the state Department of Corrections’ Helms facility in Atlanta. ...
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