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RUN THE RACE: Columbus Couple Lifting God’s Name With Billboards
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A couple in West Georgia is taking their message of faith even higher – literally. Tim and Angie Hollis have put up at least 8 black billboards with white lettering all over Columbus. They’re called “Billboards for Jesus.” These small business owners say they’re not looking to profit but to “hold the Lord’s banner over the city of Columbus.”
Classic Car Parade Passes Through Sparta en Route to Milledgeville
Last week, admirers of classic cars were able to catch a glimpse of 150 hot rods as a parade passed through Sparta on its way to Milledgeville. The second annual National Collector Car Appreciation Day event saw its proceeds benefit the Georgia Sheriff’s Association Youth Homes, which is a residential care program that houses, feeds, and clothes abandoned, neglected, and abused children in a safe, nurturing environment.
Family, friends honor Covington fisher killed by father, police say
COVINGTON, Ga. - A Covington man who police say was shot to death by his 85-year-old father last week was remembered Thursday night by friends and family. "He would have done anything he could to help somebody," said Brandon Eaton, Troy Eaton's son. Outside the building where Troy Eaton was...
Minimal oversight led to misspent money meant for Pleasant Hill, records show
Editor’s note: This is the second story in a series examining the Macon-Bibb County Community Enhancement Authority’s impact on the historic Pleasant Hill neighborhood. The authority was created by legislation introduced by State Rep. James Beverly, D-Macon, in 2012 with the sole mission of eliminating poverty in the city’s poorest neighborhoods.
City of Albany hosts town hall meeting to update citizens on Henderson Park recreational facility
ALBANY, Ga. – The city of Albany is also gearing up for an important town hall meeting, where residents will have the opportunity to voice their opinions and hear from city leaders. The primary focus of this meeting is to discuss updates on the Henderson Park recreational facility. Commissioner...
The life and legacy of Albany Freedom Singer Dr. Bernice Johnson-Reagon
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Civil Rights activists and many others in South Georgia are mourning the loss of one of the original and founding members of the Freedom Singers. At Mount Zion Baptist Church, the Freedom Singers would perform to bring awareness to Civil Rights. Co-founder Dr. Bernice Johnson-Reagon was considered to be a pillar of strength for both the group and her community.
New Pediatrician Joins St. Mary’s Healthcare
Northeast Georgia is gaining a new board-certified pediatrician. Dr. Devin Nicole Hicks will join St. Mary’s Hometown Pediatrics in Watkinsville on July 29 and will begin seeing patients on Aug. 7. Dr. Hicks comes to Hometown Pediatrics and St. Mary’s Medical Group from The Ark Children’s Clinic/Mitchell Family Medicine...
Missing in South Carolina: Authorities aiding in search for teen girl not seen in more than a week
CHESTERFIELD, S.C. — Above video: Your Friday headlines. Authorities in South Carolina are assisting in the search for a missing teenage girl. According to the Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office, Chloe Grady, 17, was last seen July 8 at her home in Salisbury, North Carolina. The CCSO says she is...
Boil water advisory issued for Calhoun Falls, South Carolina
CALHOUN FALLS, S.C. — A boil water advisory has been issued for all residents in Calhoun Falls, South Carolina. The town said it advises all residents of Calhoun Falls to vigorously boil their water for at least one full minute prior to drinking or cooking. The Calhoun Falls Water...
Graniteville growth has some neighbors raising concerns
GRANITEVILLE, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - South Carolina’s population is continuing to grow with Aiken County seeing a strong growth rate. As the county grows, some neighbors are speaking out about plans to add more homes to a neighborhood in Graniteville. It was a packed council room full of concerned people...
List | Impacts around Central Georgia from Crowdstrike tech disruptions
MACON, Ga. — People and businesses from around the world suffered setbacks Friday morning, as computer systems using Microsoft went offline following a defect in an update with the IT security company CrowdStrike. Many of these disruptions have continued throughout the day, as many businesses are affected. CrowdStrike President...
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