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Three on News 3: Perfection on the Plains, Georgia election rules, Auburn water fee increases
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — WRBL is rounding up three headlines of the day in our digital exclusive series, “Three on Three.” Check back daily to see the new top three headlines in the video player above. Today’s Stories:
Georgia man wanted for armed robbery apprehended in Sesser, Illinois
SESSER, Ill. (KFVS) - A man wanted for armed robbery out of Georgia was apprehended in southern Illinois. According to the Sesser Police Department, Marcus Ware was apprehended following a traffic stop in Sesser on Saturday, August 10. Ware lied about his date of birth and then attempted to flee on foot.
Man facing assault against an officer charge after ramming 2 Cordele police cars: report
CORDELE, Ga. (WALB) - A Mississippi truck driver has been charged after he allegedly “rammed” his tractor-trailer into two police cars. The incident reportedly started early Wednesday morning when 29-year-old Calvin Ellis Jr., of Jackson, refused to leave Horizon Travel Center after the owner asked him to. The owner then asked a Cordele police officer to talk to Ellis.
SGTC Crisp County Center holds pinning ceremony for nursing grads
Staff Reports Eleven South Georgia Technical College Practical Nursing graduates at the SGTC Crisp County Center campus participated in a special pinning ceremony held recently in the auditorium of the Crisp County Center campus. Receiving their nursing pins were Jordan Alexander Cochran of Perry, Quandra Lekita Dawson of Cordele, Holly Ann Dominey of Cordele, Akybia MeChelle […] The post SGTC Crisp County Center holds pinning ceremony for nursing grads appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
CCSO introduces new 501(c)(3) organization Crisp County Sheriff Youth and Warrior Fund
Crisp County Sheriff’s Office Crisp County Sheriff’s Office is excited to announce the launch of the Youth and Warrior Fund, a dedicated initiative aimed at making a significant difference in our community. “Today marks a pivotal moment as we proudly announce the launch of The Youth and Warrior Fund. Our organization is driven by a […] The post CCSO introduces new 501(c)(3) organization Crisp County Sheriff Youth and Warrior Fund appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
As students start school, new job opportunities open up
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - As students go back to school, new job opportunities open. Here’s where you can find your next career in the CSRA. The Augusta Fire Department is hosting a job fair on Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Julian Smith Casino. Positions include: firefighters, building maintenance tech, investigators and training to be a lieutenant.
Less humid weather arrives across Southeast Georgia, Lowcountry...plus Hurricane Ernesto strengthens
Cooler temperatures and lower humidity are in the forecast for Southeast Georgia and the Lowcountry for Thursday and Friday. You will start to feel the changes out the door on Thursday with temperatures starting in the low 70s in most locations. By Thursday afternoon the lower humidity should blanket our entire area.
University System of Georgia reports $21.9B in economic impact
ATLANTA — The University System of Georgia produced an economic impact of $21.9 billion during fiscal 2023, a 9% increase over the previous year, according to a study released Wednesday. The system’s institutions also generated 163,332 full- and part-time jobs across the state during that same period, the Selig Center for Economic Growth at the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business reported. That’s about the same employment impact as the state’s top five employers combined. ...
Georgia Access approved as State-based Exchange
Atlanta, Ga. (WSAV)—The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has greenlit the transition to Georgia Access, a state-based healthcare exchange. On Nov. 1, Georgia Access will go live as the official health insurance marketplace. This is a new division within the Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire (OCI) and will allow for eligible […]
University System Board of Regents adopts $3.6B budget request
ATLANTA — The University System of Georgia Board of Regents approved a $3.6 billion fiscal 2026 budget request Wednesday. The 2026 budget, which takes effect next July, represents a $221.1 million increase over this year’s spending plan. By far the largest increase — $167.8 million — would cover projected enrollment growth. The regents also adopted a $193.1 million capital budget request, down slightly from the $198 million the university system...
13 ‘Stranger Things’ filming locales around Georgia, including 3 from season 5
The wait for the fifth – and reportedly final – season of the hit Netflix show “Stranger Things” has been sloooowwww in coming: Season 4 debuted in 2022. After delays from film industry labor disputes, the fifth season has been filming in the Atlanta area since the beginning of 2024 and is expected to continue through the end of the year. The final season is expected to premiere in summer 2025, with a specific date to be announced.
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