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Monroe’s Todd named Georgia TOPS Queen
Gail Todd of Monroe lost almost 70 pounds, something that has been a life-long goal, with the assistance of the TOPS program. Contributed photo. Losing weight can seem intimidating, especially when you consider that one in three American adults are obese and Georgia has an obesity rate of 37%. Obesity can cause an array of medical conditions including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer. People can achieve weight loss and overall wellness by committing to a healthier lifestyle.
Dozens of Griffin residents ordered out of their homes immediately by city officials
GRIFFIN, Ga. - A Griffin city inspector ordered more than three dozen families at the Ava Park Apartment Complex to leave their homes immediately. An inspection on Thursday revealed critical safety issues, including rat infestations, structural issues, mold, and other hazards, residents said. In a letter to the residents from...
3rd annual Southwest Georgia Business Resource Expo brings entrepreneurs together
ALBANY, Ga. – The 3rd annual Southwest Georgia Business Resource Fair brings together business owners and entrepreneurs from across the region. The recent expo in Albany showcased a diverse range of businesses, providing residents with valuable networking opportunities and insights into entrepreneurship. “Other strategies include making sure you have...
South Ga. community ‘Paints the Town Pink’ in support of woman battling lung disease
NASHVILLE, Ga. (WALB) - A South Georgia community is rallying around a woman-- currently battling a lung disease at Emory in Atlanta. The city of Nashville is rallying around Emily Paulk, who has been battling a lung disease majority of her life. In 2019, Emily underwent surgery for a double...
East Albany St. Paul’s Baptist Church’s oldest member celebrates 101st birthday
EAST ALBANY, Ga. – And… one east Albany church is getting set to celebrate the oldest member of their congregation. This weekend, the church is celebrating the 101st birthday of member Audrey Hawthorne. Born in Cairo in 1923, Audrey will turn 101 this Sunday, with a celebration at...
City of Cordele and Crisp County announce “25 by 25” housing campaign
By Sarah Brown – Managing Editor The City of Cordele and Crisp County are pleased to announce the launch of a new initiative, the “25 by 25” campaign, through their Land Bank program. This innovative campaign is aimed at revitalizing blighted properties within our community to create much-needed affordable housing options for families. The “25 […] The post City of Cordele and Crisp County announce “25 by 25” housing campaign appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Columbus State professor to teach at U.S. Army War College
CARLISLE, Penn. (WRBL) — A Columbus Sate University (CSU) professor is set to spend the next months as a visiting professor at the U.S. Army War College. Dr. David Kieran is an expert in military history and will serve as the Harold Keith Johnson Chair for the 2024-25 school year. “It’s really an opportunity for […]
Family reflects on original Deorio’s location, reacts to new business opening
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A new restaurant bearing the name of a iconic Columbus pizzeria opened in early August. The original Deorio’s Pizza served customers for more than 50 years before closing in 2017. Now, a new Deorio’s is open in Midtown. However, family representing the longtime owner of the original location were upset to learn of the new restaurant this summer.
'I don't want my 6-year-old seeing that' | Monroe County sound off over LGBTQ+ books found in library
MONROE COUNTY, Ga. — The Monroe County library is the talk of the town again this year. Some folks are concerned about two LGBTQ+ themed books being filed in the children's section. David Barbee is the library assistant for the Monroe County library. He says he's been going to...
FRIDAY NIGHT SCOREBOARD: August 23, 2024
Trinity pulled off a major win on the road, giving new head coach Bruce Lane his first as a Crusader. Dublin got a game from East Laurens, but pulled away to win by comfortable margins in a huge performance by Micah O’Neal. West Laurens impressed with a shutout of Groves in its regular season debut. And Dodge County hung on to beat top-ranked Bleckley County, opening Phillip Brown’s head coaching tenure with a big statement.
You can help create former foster youths’ tiny home village
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Bridge Builder Communities will be hosting a volunteer recruitment event Saturday at the HUB for Community Innovation from 9-11 a.m. The group will be sharing updates on the construction of its future tiny home village on Merry Street. The village will provide crucial support to young...
Valdosta celebrates opening of South Georgia’s very first indoor pickleball facility
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - South Georgia is getting its first indoor pickleball facility. Two Hahira residents, Thomas Provost a former Valdosta State tennis champion and Chris Connell, owner of the local Medicare Brokerage, Your Life Agency, along with a third friend Magnus Fortunat who lives in Houston, Texas are the owners of this new facility.
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