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For Georgia family, surprise discovery makes ‘Memorial Day much more significant for us’
Pfc. Fred Plumlee, of Columbus, was one of thousands of servicemen who died on D-Day. “Everything in this world today and how the modern world is organized, I think, arguably can be drawn to that one day," says the head of the American Battle Monuments Commission.
Fort Moore honors fallen heroes at Memorial Day ceremony
FORT MOORE, Ga — The Maneuver Center of Excellence and Fort Moore hosted a ceremony to remember the sacrifices made by our fallen heroes. The ceremony was held at the Fort Moore Cemetery. Prayers, moments of silence, and national songs were played to honor the soldiers who fought for our freedom. WRBL spoke with a […]
'An Honor': Harrison Senior Appointed to Naval Academy
KENNESAW — One January morning before school, Noah Praser’s phone rang. On the other line was Rep. Barry Loudermilk, R-Cassville, calling to tell him he’d been appointed to the elite United States Naval Academy. “It was out of the blue,” Praser said. “The whole thing is a waiting game, so when you actually get the call it’s very overwhelming and exciting.” ...
Workforce Shortages Hit Georgia Game Wardens
With the traditional summer vacation season getting underway, Georgia continues to suffer from a chronic shortage of game wardens to serve its 2 million hunters and 600,000 to 700,000 anglers. The state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) boasted 250 game wardens back in 2000. But a series of budget cuts...
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