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Alabama judge extends hold on medical cannabis licensing
An Alabama judge Tuesday said he would enter another temporary restraining order on the stalled licensing process for medical cannabis licenses. Montgomery County Circuit Judge James Anderson directed companies denied a license and the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) to provide a jointly proposed order that would allow investigative hearings on awarded licenses to continue […] The post Alabama judge extends hold on medical cannabis licensing appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Celebrating Fourth of July on the water, here’s some safety reminders
TROUP COUNTY, Ga (WRBL) — Public safety officials have provided helpful tips to safely have fun on the water while celebrating the Fourth of July weekend. Troup County Sheriff Stewart Smith says while on the water to be mindful of your surroundings as bodies of water will be busier for festivities. Smith encourages the public […]
Hazel sworn in as new superintendent
There is a new superintendent for the Troup County School System. Dr. Rachel Hazel was sworn into the role during a special called school board meeting on Monday. All board members were present, some of the newly elected board members who will take office next year, TCSS educators and other community members also showed up. […] The post Hazel sworn in as new superintendent appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Troup County officials urge water safety after toddler nearly drowns
TROUP COUNTY, Ga. (WRBL) — Troup County officials are urging everyone to practice safety measures while on the water after a toddler nearly drowned at West Point Lake Monday evening. On July 1, the Troup County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) responded to the Yellow Jacket Beach on West Point Lake regarding a possible drowning. The victim was a […]
Family of Columbus woman still seek justice 9 years after her murder
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Thursday marks the ninth anniversary of the day a Columbus woman went missing. Renee Eldridge was found three days later face down in a creek under Hopewell Road Bridge in Chambers County. The man accused of the killing remains in jail awaiting trial. Renee’s family says...
Senior living residents celebrate Independence Day in style
On Wednesday, Poplar Creek Senior Living in LaGrange held an early Independence Day celebration for residents. Decked in patriotic attire residents enjoyed a cookout with hotdogs and hamburgers, as well as activities throughout the morning and afternoon. Musical entertainment was also provided by “The Music Man” who was brought in from Atlanta to perform. Poplar […] The post Senior living residents celebrate Independence Day in style appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Tragic Discovery Missing Georgia Firefighters Found Dead in Tennessee
The recent discovery of four missing Georgia firefighters found dead in Tennessee has left communities in shock. The firefighters, including two lieutenants from LaGrange, Georgia, were initially reported missing after an intense residential fire. The incident unravelled when the firefighters had to confront a blaze in a single-story wood frame...
Three Ranburne residents arrested and charged with several drug offenses.
A fight between two area men leads to attempted murder charges being filed Tuesday. A downed power line snarls traffic for hours at a busy intersection, and plans are revealed to clean up a major pollution site. Possible rain chances for the 4th, and Choccolocco Park and Oxford Lake have been busy, but things are […] The post Three Ranburne residents arrested and charged with several drug offenses. appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Georgia prepares for above-average hurricane season
Officials at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are predicting an 85% chance of an above-normal hurricane season in 2024. These predictions include an estimated 17 to 25 named storms, eight to 13 of which have the potential to turn into hurricanes. Four to seven of those storms are predicted to be a Category […] The post Georgia prepares for above-average hurricane season appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
Woman's body found near Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, West Lake Ave.
ATLANTA - Atlanta police are investigating the death of a woman in the 2100 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive NW near West Lake Avenue NW. Police say the woman was dead when they arrived. The incident is still under investigation and police have not released a cause of...
Peachtree Road Race Halted Due to Extreme Heat
The Peachtree Road Race was abruptly halted today as temperatures soared, posing severe risks to participants. 🔥 The Details: The race, which began under a yellow caution flag, saw conditions escalate to red, and ultimately, a black flag was issued as temperatures surpassed 90 degrees. This marked a rare instance of the race being stopped due to weather. At the time of the black flag about 1,000 racers were still on the course.
Plaintiffs in Prattville Library suit say new policy “doubles down”
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Autauaga-Prattville Public Library Board is hoping to get out of a federal lawsuit after revamping its policies last week. But Will Bardwell, counsel for the plaintiffs, told the Alabama Reflector that the new policy is still similarly flawed. “This case is a problem...
Dead roaches, gnats, ‘black grime’: Jefferson County’s worst restaurant health inspection scores
Summer has been sizzling in Alabama, with recent temperatures as high as the upper 90s and the heat index expected to reach as high as 110 degrees. These Jefferson County establishments wish their county health inspection scores could match the temperature. Eight restaurants, gas stations, conveniences stores and food trucks...
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