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Dems renew concerns about Georgia's voter registration cancellation portal
(The Center Square) — Amid a report that voters' personal information was temporarily accessible online, critics are renewing their concerns about Georgia's Voter Registration Cancellation Portal. The information, including a voter's date of birth, the last four digits of their Social Security number and their driver's license number, was briefly available on the portal, a new tool that allows voters to proactively cancel their voter registrations, the Associated Press reported. That information is what's needed to request a registration cancellation. ...
Georgia Commissioner Royce Reeves Sr. Arrested For Alleged Gang-Related RICO Charges
Royce Reeves, Sr. was charged with conspiracy to Sell Marijuana, Gang Act B, Gang Act B, Use of a Communication Facility, and RICO. A Georgia commissioner and 23 other suspects allegedly involved with the G-Shyne Bloods were arrested after an investigation in Crisp County. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced the arrests after the GBI and other law enforcement agencies served 120 arrest warrants on 24 people on July 31. Included was Cordele City Commissioner Royce Reeves, Sr. The 52-year-old has been with the Cordele City Commission for over 10 years after being elected on Jan. 1, 2014.
Peach Pass Panic: SMS Scammers Sweep Across Georgia
Police departments throughout the state are urging Georgia drivers, be on high alert. A crafty group of scammers is using text messages to target Peach Pass users statewide. Reports have surged about a fraudulent scheme that tricks people into paying for non-existent tolls. 📱 The Details: Scammers are sending out...
Crisp County Traffic Stop Leads to Drug and Firearm Charges for Cordele Man
On August 1, 2024, around 4:00 P.M., a Crisp County Sheriff’s Deputy attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a silver Chevrolet Monte Carlo for improper stopping. The Deputy witnessed the driver stopping in the middle of the road and not wearing a seatbelt. Initially, the driver failed to stop after the Deputy activated lights and sirens. The car eventually stopped after going around the Rosewood Estates subdivision.
Crisp County Sheriff’s Office reports July 19, 2024 – July 26, 2024
Crisp County Sheriff’s Office On July 19, 2024a Crisp County Deputy responded to 905 E 18th Avenue Apt B. in reference to a theft. On July 20, 2024 at approximately 12:50AM a Crisp County Deputy was dispatched to 1403 South Coney Road, in reference to a criminal trespass. On July 21, 2024 a Crisp County […] The post Crisp County Sheriff’s Office reports July 19, 2024 – July 26, 2024 appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Georgia Trend Talks: Teeing up economic growth through golf
LISTEN: GPB's Pamela Kirkland and Georgia Trend writer Mary Anne Duncan delve into the thriving golf industry in Georgia. The golf industry is thriving in Georgia. As the state hosts a variety of prestigious tournaments, including the world-renowned Masters at Augusta National Golf Club, golf is more than just a pastime—it's a significant economic driver. Writer Mary Anne Duncan recently wrote an in-depth piece for Georgia Trend magazine about all of the different ways golf impacts Georgia's economy.
GBI 'Operation Shyne Down' takes down multiple suspects connected to Cordele street gang
CORDELE – A nine-month investigation targeting a Cordele street gang culminated on Wednesday with the arrest of 18 suspects, with five additional suspects at large, in a case that totals 120 separate charges. “Operation Shyne Down,” headed up by the Albany-based Georgia Bureau of Investigation Southwestern Regional Drug Enforcement Office, struck a blow to the G-Shyne Bloods that operate in ...
Ex-U.S. Marine Jade Thomas Named ‘Teacher of the Year’ in Houston County
Jade Thomas, a former U.S. Marine with eight years of service, has been honored as Houston County’s “Teacher of the Year.”. With only seven years of teaching experience, Thomas has made a remarkable impact at Lake Joy Elementary School, where she will be teaching fourth grade, covering subjects such as reading, writing, and social studies.
“We just gotta go in and start enforcing this” Columbus council addresses infrastructure, trash and signage issues in Tuesday’s Work session
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - From trash to business signs, Columbus City Council and Mayor Henderson tackled several issues in Tuesday’s work session. Many topics were discussed in Tuesday’s work session, however, infrastructure updates, political and local business signs policies, and new trash regulations were the hot topics. “We...
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...
FBI warning Georgians of Peach Pass phishing scam
ATLANTA - The Federal Bureau of Investigation is warning Georgians about a new phishing scam targeting Peach Pass users. The FBI says over 2,000 complaints have been filed over the bogus text messages. The scam has been seen in at least three states, officials say. The fake messages are coming...