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Chamber conducts internship study
The LaGrange-Troup County Chamber of Commerce has announced the results of a recent survey conducted among its members regarding internship programs. The findings reveal a promising landscape for internships within the local business community, with a significant number of businesses showing interest in both establishing and expanding their internship opportunities. Survey highlights: 4Internship Programs: Approximately […] The post Chamber conducts internship study appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
LPD called for euthanasia due to no medication at animal shelter; cat shot four times
A cat brought into the LaGrange Animal Shelter for euthanasia was shot four times by a LaGrange Police Officer. The cat was brought in after it had been hit by a car and its owner was unable to pay for vet expenses. LDN received an email with a news tip from the animal organization PETA […] The post LPD called for euthanasia due to no medication at animal shelter; cat shot four times appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Big Plans for the Royal Theater
Hogansville City Council held a work session to discuss the progress on the soon-to-reopen Royal Theater. Lisa Kelly, the city manager, and Rob Dippel, the theater’s managing director, discussed programming, logistics and the grand reopening of the historic theater. A soft open concert is planned for the theater in early October. However, the main event […] The post Big Plans for the Royal Theater appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
SCHLOSBERG COLUMN: When History Doesn’t End
“Trump Is Pat Buchanan With Better Timing” feels like a current headline eight years after it ran in Politico. Is America trapped in a rerun of the Republican Revolution of ‘94, with the platforms of “presidential candidates Buchanan, David Duke and Ross Perot — the most visible figures of the political fringe” perpetually mainstreamed? The […] The post SCHLOSBERG COLUMN: When History Doesn’t End appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Child struck by vehicle on Robertson and Louise Street
LAGRANGE, Georgia – On July 4, 2024, at approximately 21:21 hours officers responded to the area of Robertson Street and Louise Street in reference to a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle. Upon arrival, officers found that a 6-year-old male juvenile had been struck by a vehicle. This juvenile was flown to an Atlanta area […] The post Child struck by vehicle on Robertson and Louise Street appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
WILLIAMS COLUMN: When Fiction Became Reality
This past week saw the much-ballyhooed Presidential debate between presumptive nominees Donald Trump and Joe Biden. The first debate between two men who have each already held the office of President, and earlier on the calendar than usual. Trumps job was to show up thoughtful and controlled, deliver cohesive policy positions, and let insults slide. […] The post WILLIAMS COLUMN: When Fiction Became Reality appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
SMITH COLUMN: Dale Greene
When I scheduled a meeting with Dale Greene, recently retired Dean of the University of Georgia Forestry School, I suggested breakfast which brought about an eager response—but we had to agree on a convenient location. His primary residence is now Lake Hartwell. Growing up in Magnolia, Arkansas, he is an alumnus of the early riser […] The post SMITH COLUMN: Dale Greene appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
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.
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.
KNAPP COLUMN: Election 2024: Did The First Presidential Debate Tell Us Anything We Didn’t Already Know?
Joe Biden and Donald Trump are both old men. We already knew that. Neither’s brain can be honestly characterized as hitting on all the key cognitive cylinders. We already knew that. They’re both compulsive liars. We already knew that. Did listening to the two geezers argue about their golf handicaps in CNN’s June 27 “presidential […] The post KNAPP COLUMN: Election 2024: Did The First Presidential Debate Tell Us Anything We Didn’t Already Know? appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Georgia Tech and Chamber to co-host extreme temperature class
Rachel Gonzalez with Georgia Tech’s Safety, Health and Environmental Services will be visiting LaGrange and hosting a special training class, “Temperature Extremes in the Workplace.” This July 16 training is free to attend and should be an informative and useful session to reduce heat related accidents at work. Please come out and attend. The class […] The post Georgia Tech and Chamber to co-host extreme temperature class appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Sweet Land of Liberty Parade returns Saturday
The Junior Service League of LaGrange is set to host the 40th annual Sweet Land of Liberty Parade on Saturday, July 6. The annual kids parade will begin at 10 a.m. at the LSPA parking lot, go up Bull Street and end at the Sweetland Amphitheater. The theme for this year’s parade is “Red, White, […] The post Sweet Land of Liberty Parade returns Saturday appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
HUNT COLUMN: Welcoming Dr. Hazel
I’m writing on Monday morning, July 1, and this afternoon Dr. Rachel Hazel will take the oath of office as the new Superintendent of Troup County Schools. Change can be both exciting and scary, but I think our board has made an excellent decision in hiring Dr. Hazel. She brings an impressive resume’ of experience […] The post HUNT COLUMN: Welcoming Dr. Hazel appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Longtime employee takes over as owner of frame shop
The LaGrange-Troup Chamber of Commerce celebrated new ownership at Three Points Frame Shop with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday morning. For new owner Pepper Hagebak, the day was three decades in the making. Hagebak is taking over the location from longtime owner Bobby Cammon. Hagebak said she and Cammon had been partners in the venture […] The post Longtime employee takes over as owner of frame shop appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Teaver Road Baptist celebrates teen’s return after beating cancer
On Monday, friends, family and other loved ones gave a triumphant welcome home to cancer survivor Kaydence Highland. Firefighters and deputies escorted the 15-year-old to her home church at Teaver Road Baptist Church on Monday evening after she courageously battled and beat leukemia. The teen was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia back in August 2021 […] The post Teaver Road Baptist celebrates teen’s return after beating cancer appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
GENDUSA COLUMN: Our Pledge to America
Heading towards Independence Day 2024, let’s take a moment to revisit first grade. Close your eyes and recall how each school day morning began. For many, it started with a prayer led by our teachers. Today, most schools replace prayer with a moment of silence. After we finished our prayers, we each turned toward the […] The post GENDUSA COLUMN: Our Pledge to America appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
CAFI hosts autism seminar
Community Action for Improvement held a seminar called, “What Every Community Needs to Know About Autism.” At the LaFayette Parkway location, Nathan Call, the Vice President of the Marcus Autism Center in Atlanta spoke to a crowd of around 30 people last Monday. The two-hour talk consisted of an overview of the disorder known as […] The post CAFI hosts autism seminar appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
LPD transitioning to new uniforms
After many years of wearing the traditional police uniform in dark navy, the LaGrange Police Department will be transitioning to its new uniform design on July 3. The new uniforms will be worn beginning with the day shift at 6 a.m. tomorrow. The uniform design draws on elements from past uniforms, including the shape of […] The post LPD transitioning to new uniforms appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Child drowning averted at Yellowjacket beach
On July 1, 2024, at 6:22 p.m., deputies with the Troup County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Yellowjacket Beach on West Point Lake regarding a possible drowning. While deputies were responding to the location, dispatch advised that the victim, a three-year-old child had been pulled from the water and CPR was in progress by citizens […] The post Child drowning averted at Yellowjacket beach appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Drive-by shooting in West Point
On June 30, 2024, at approximately 11:30 p.m. officers with the West Point Police Department responded to 1711 Eastwood Lane in reference to an aggravated assault. When officers arrived on the scene, they were able to speak with the victim, a 51-year-old male who told officers someone fired gunshots into his vehicle as he was […] The post Drive-by shooting in West Point appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
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