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Dual-brand Hilton hotel coming to site of former Dawson Road Sears outlet
ALBANY – In about 24 months or less, a new hotel is expected to sprout in northwest Albany at the site of the former Sears store at the Albany Mall. The dual-brand hotel at 2601 Dawson Road will feature extended-stay suites and conventional rooms for travelers. “It’s going to be a Hilton brand hotel,” Hitesh Patel with HNC Investments LLC, which is developing the property, said. The ...
Missing woman discovered alive having 'emerged' from downtown Nashville riverbank: police
A woman visiting Nashville from New Jersey was found alive after having “emerged” from a riverbank, according to police. After an exhaustive search by both the Nashville Metropolitan Police (NMPD) and Nashville Fire Department going into Thursday morning, 33-year-old Alexandria Chmiel was discovered. “BREAKING: Allie Chmiel has emerged...
Victim ID’d after body found in Savannah River
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A week after a body was found in the Savannah River, positive identification has been made. The Richmond County Coroner’s Office says 38-year-old Jermaine Pate from Georgiana, Ala., was identified as the victim. Pate’s body was found in the Savannah River early July 19.
Crisp Co. Sheriff’s Office drug investigation search warrant and arrest
CORDELE, Ga. – On Thursday, July 25th at 5:50 p.m., the Crisp County Special Response Team (SRT) and Mid-South Narcotics Task Force (M.S.N.T.F) executed a search warrant at 813 17th Avenue West, Apartment B, in Cordele. They also executed an arrest warrant for 32-year-old Curtis Harper and searched his vehicle, a silver Chevrolet Tahoe.
Craft Axe Throwing of Albany holds pet food drive for Lee Co. Animal Shelter
NORTH ALBANY, Ga. – Craft Axe Throwing in north Albany is holding a pet supply drive through the end of the month of July with the goal of donating everything to the Lee County Animal Shelter. General Manager, Allison Cauley says they’re looking for unopened bags and cans of...
Former investigator enters Burke County sheriff’s race
WAYNESBORO, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - There’s a new candidate in the Burke County sheriff’s race. Brad “Cap” Capitosti will be running against incumbent sheriff Alfonzo Williams, he announced in a news release. Capitosti will be a write-in candidate due to the late withdrawal of the previous republican...
Now closing: Bankrupt furniture, home goods stores leaving the Augusta area
A pair of national home goods retailers filing for bankruptcy are closing their stores in Augusta and Columbia County. Conn's Home Plus acquired competitor Badcock Home Furniture & More in December 2023, but earlier this month the combined retail entity began Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, according to numerous media and trade publications this...
Saladworks and Frutta Bowls to open in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM)—Two new dining options will open in the Midland Commons area next month under the same roof. The grand opening for Saladworks and Frutta Bowls will be Tuesday, August 6, at 6835 Midland Commons Boulevard, Suite G, Columbus, GA, 31909. According to officials, throughout the opening week,...
City of Warner Robins hosts first ever Burger Week in September
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. — The City of Warner Robins announced their inaugural Burger Week in September, according to a press release. The event brings 25 local restaurants together to showcase their “creativity and culinary skills” with limited-time burger creations. Eight restaurants have already signed up to participate...
Midland residents seeing growth and popularity around the area
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Immense growth has been seen in recent months across northeastern Columbus; more specifically, in Midland. The increase of residents, businesses, and restaurants is largely due to Midland Commons. Locals say the area fits that of a “live, work and play” community, built with an amphitheater, retail shops, restaurants, and lofts.
Dementia puts pressure on families in Bainbridge; resources available to help
Jennifer Britt tells an all too common story about how her tight knit family took the news after her grandfather was diagnosed with Dementia after undergoing brain surgery back in 2016.
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