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A play of Biblical proportions: Bainbridge Church hosts play depicting the story of Ruth
Bainbridge Church hosted a special performance on Friday, July 28, a play reenacting the Biblical story of Ruth. The production was put on by the Academy of the Arts; based in South Carolina, the group previously performed at Bainbridge Church with last year’s production of Pilgrim’s Progress. According to the Academy’s Berend Sandersfeld, an estimated […] The post A play of Biblical proportions: Bainbridge Church hosts play depicting the story of Ruth appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
SRTC Names Mandy Ponder and Dana Lewis Director and Assistant Director of High School Initiatives
THOMASVILLE, GA (06/27/2024) Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) has announced that Mandy Ponder and Dana Lewis have assumed new roles at the college. Mandy Ponder will serve as Director of High School Initiatives and Dana Lewis has been named Assistant Director of High School Initiatives beginning June 1, 2024. Prior to Ponder’s current role as […] The post SRTC Names Mandy Ponder and Dana Lewis Director and Assistant Director of High School Initiatives appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
This is Your Life
My mother, Jobie Ponder, has lived at Huntcliff Summit, an independent living facility in Atlanta for the past 12 years. This week she was featured in a monthly program at Huntcliff called “This is Your Life”. It is loosely based on the television series of the same name that was shown on NBC from 1952 […] The post This is Your Life appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
A-1 promotes Miguel Amiuny to president, manufacturing
FORT PIERCE, Fla., – A-1 Global Holdings, Inc., a leading manufacturer of pre-engineered building components, is proud to announce the promotion of Miguel Amiuny to President, Manufacturing, of A-1 Industries of Florida, Inc., effective July 1, 2024. This strategic advancement celebrates his outstanding contributions and dedicated tenure with the Company, underscoring A-1’s commitment to leadership in […] The post A-1 promotes Miguel Amiuny to president, manufacturing appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Arrest Reports, June 28- July 1
Bainbridge Public Safety Arrests Jamil Lakeith Tucker, Jr., Battery- Family Violence (Dekalb Co search warrant) (no bond reported) Ja’Markus Jay’von Guy, Theft by Receiving Stolen Property, Possession of a Pistol by Person Under 18 (no bond reported) Kiasia Machha Sapp, Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs, Criminal Damage to Property in the First Degree, Possession […] The post Arrest Reports, June 28- July 1 appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Local Banker Earns Banking School Diploma
Shea Campbell with First National Bank in Bainbridge has graduated from the Georgia Banking School. The graduation ceremony took place May 3 at the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Hotel in Athens, GA. During the three-year program, graduates complete an annual one-week residence session at the University of Georgia in Athens and […] The post Local Banker Earns Banking School Diploma appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
County Commissioners hear from TriRivers Waterway Development Association
The Decatur County Commissioners met for their last meeting of June last Tuesday evening. Following the invocation, pledge, and approval of the agenda, one member of the public, Tori Green, took to the podium to address the council about local government’s use of executive sessions. Green previously spoke at last month’s city council meeting about […] The post County Commissioners hear from TriRivers Waterway Development Association appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Arrest Reports, June 24-25
Decatur County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Anthony James Cooper, Adult Restraint Law- Seat Belt 18 (bond surrender), Possession of Firearm or Knife While Trying to Commit Crimes, Obstruction of an Officer- Misdemeanor (bond surrender) (X2), Possession of Arms by a Convicted Felon (x2) (bond surrender) ($75,000), Tail Lights Required (bond surrendered), Open Container (bond surrender) (x2), […] The post Arrest Reports, June 24-25 appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
New Marriott hotel holds groundbreaking, construction to begin next week
Ground has now officially been broken on the new Marriott Element hotel, located next to Chason Park, on the corner of Florida Street and Calhoun Street/Dothan Road. The project has been in development for some time, having run into several setbacks, mainly involving the Army Corps of Engineers and transferring ownership of the property. Now, […] The post New Marriott hotel holds groundbreaking, construction to begin next week appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
LTL Flowers & Gifts moves to new location
After briefly being located by Uncle Bill’s off of Shotwell Street, LTL Flowers and Gifts has moved to a new location, now located at 705 E Calhoun Street, next to The Avenues Nails & Spa. While open hours will remain the same, and the store will offer the same goods and services, owner Denise Webb […] The post LTL Flowers & Gifts moves to new location appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Tallahassee Museum welcomes birth of two endangered red wolf pups
For thousands of years, red wolves roamed the southeastern United States. Bigger than a coyote, but smaller than their gray counterparts, they are social predators that would feed on deer, rabbits, raccoons, and rodents. However, because of hunting, intensive predator control programs, and habitat loss, the species was extirpated from their native range, and declared […] The post Tallahassee Museum welcomes birth of two endangered red wolf pups appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Mercer University announces area graduates
MACON/ATLANTA, Ga. (June 25, 2024) – Mercer University conferred bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees to more than 2,200 students at five commencements held in May in Macon and Atlanta. Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a dynamic and comprehensive center of undergraduate, graduate and professional education. The University enrolls more than 9,100 students in 12 […] The post Mercer University announces area graduates appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Bank OZK Contributes $100,000 to Memorial Hospital and Manor in Bainbridge, Georgia For The Seventh Consecutive Year
Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) is pleased to announce a $100,000 contribution to Memorial Hospital and Manor in Bainbridge, Georgia through the Georgia HEART Hospital Program. This brings the total donated since 2018 by Bank OZK for this community hospital to $530,000. “Bank OZK is proud to once again participate in the Georgia HEART Hospital Program […] The post Bank OZK Contributes $100,000 to Memorial Hospital and Manor in Bainbridge, Georgia For The Seventh Consecutive Year appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Bainbridge Decatur County Recreation Authority soccer has competitive season
The Bainbridge Rec Soccer team’s season is currently well underway, with four teams in the adult league. The teams and players aren’t just Bainbridge and Decatur County locals, with some coming from nearby, including Cairo, Thomasville, and Tallahassee. In last Thursday’s game, Sarmiento’s Service and Maintenance team won over the Sunday League, 7-3, while Purple […] The post Bainbridge Decatur County Recreation Authority soccer has competitive season appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Campers learn Hunters Safety, dog training and more at Camp Southwind
Summer camp is a place where kids can learn new skills, make new friends, and generally just enjoy themselves. Southwind Plantation has been offering its own camp for two years now, for boys age 11-15. Campers arrive on Sunday evening and stay until Friday. During the week, campers will learn and participate in multiple outdoor […] The post Campers learn Hunters Safety, dog training and more at Camp Southwind appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Four-legged field agent: lions Club meet BPS K9 Dolph
For their early June meeting, Bainbridge Lions Club members enjoyed a special treat: Bainbridge Public Safety K9 Dolph, together with the people who work with him, provided a “show and tell” performance that entertained and enlightened the viewers. Dolph is a very energetic and highly trained Belgian shepherd, almost two years old. He resides and […] The post Four-legged field agent: lions Club meet BPS K9 Dolph appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Bainbridge Market President Bert Hines Graduates from the Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University
Bainbridge, GA – Bert Hines, Bainbridge Market President at First National Bank, is among the 152 bankers who received their graduation diplomas on May 31, 2024, from the Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University. This rigorous three-year program provides comprehensive courses covering all aspects of banking, economics, and related subjects. Students traveled from […] The post Bainbridge Market President Bert Hines Graduates from the Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Salvation Army receives support from Mardis Gras Society of Southwest Georgia
The Mardi Gras Society of Southwest Georgia made a monetary donation to The Salvation Army of Bainbridge last month. Funds donated by the Society will be used, in part, for Supper on Scott Street, a monthly event that serves up to 600 meals to people in our community. President, Jennifer Cannon, says, “We want to […] The post Salvation Army receives support from Mardis Gras Society of Southwest Georgia appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Murkerson’s Gymnast-A-Cats win big in State and Regional championship
Murkerson’s Gymnastics has been fairly busy lately, and fairly successful, bringing home multiple metals and even a title. Heidi Griffin won first all-around in the Georgia State Championship meet in Roswell, taking first on vault, second on beam, and second on floor. Meanwhile, Kylie Letts won first place in her age division, taking first on […] The post Murkerson’s Gymnast-A-Cats win big in State and Regional championship appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
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