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TCSO called to West Point Lake for possible drowing of a child
On July 1, 2024, at 6:22 p.m., deputies with the Troup County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Yellow Jacket 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 […] The post TCSO called to West Point Lake for possible drowing of a child appeared first on Valley Times-News.
TCSS new superintendent was sworn in on Monday
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 TCSS new superintendent was sworn in on Monday appeared first on Valley Times-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.
New Griggs Center pool opens
It was years in the making but it was worth the wait. A ribbon cutting was held for the grand opening of the new Don Weatherington Aquatics Center at the William J. Griggs Center on Thursday morning. The new aquatics center is the culmination of the second phase of renovations at the Griggs Center which […] The post New Griggs Center pool opens appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Troup Co. man charged with murder in connection to Hogansville Road shooting
LaGRANGE, Ga. (WRBL) — The Troup County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) says a man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that happened Wednesday afternoon. According to police, TCSO officers were sent to 3891 Hogansville Road Wednesday at about 5 p.m. regarding a person being shot. When officers arrived they found Clayton Bartlett, 51, who […]
Coroner’s Corner comes to VTN
Starting July 3, LDN will be running a special Public Service announcement once a week called, ‘Coroner’s Corner.’ Troup County Coroner Erin Hackley will be creating informational health and safety infographics that will run in the Wednesday edition of the LaGrange Daily News. These graphics will run on Wednesday’s page 2. Every week the infographic […] The post Coroner’s Corner comes to VTN appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Four Troup County School Students Awarded the 2024 Mayor Willie T. Edmondson Memorial Scholarship
Four Troup County School Students were awarded the Mayor Willie T. Edmondson Memorial Scholarship on Thursday, June 27, at the LaGrange City Council meeting. The late Mayor Willie T. Edmondson wanted to host an event that would bring the community together but would also raise money for our young leaders. The Mayor’s Christmas Ball was […] The post Four Troup County School Students Awarded the 2024 Mayor Willie T. Edmondson Memorial Scholarship appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Coronor’s Corner coming soon
Starting July 3, LDN will be running a special Public Service announcement once a week called, ‘Coroner’s Corner.’ Troup County Coroner Erin Hackley will be creating informational health and safety infographics that will run in the Wednesday edition of the LaGrange Daily News. These graphics will run on Wednesday’s page 2. Every week the infographic […] The post Coronor’s Corner coming soon appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
County approves budget in split vote
The Troup County Board of Commissioners voted to approve the FY2025 budget during a special called meeting on Tuesday evening, which included the final required public hearing on the matter. The $60 million budget was approved 3-1 with Commissioner Ellis Cadenhead voting in opposition. Commission Chairman Patrick Crews cast a rare vote for the measure […] The post County approves budget in split vote appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Hazel to make $225K, mirrors Shumate’s salary
Troup County School System’s new Superintendent, Dr. Rachel Hazel is set to start the job on July 1. LDN received a copy of Hazel’s contract through the school district. Hazel will be paid a base salary of $225,000 per year for the job. It is a three-year contract unless it is extended or terminated before […] The post Hazel to make $225K, mirrors Shumate’s salary appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
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