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Unveiling the Most Violent Town in Georgia: A Closer Look
Nestled within Georgia’s borders is a town with an infamous reputation for high rates of violence. While Georgia has beautiful scenery and thriving cities, this town strikes out for a different reason: its troubling statistics. With a history of crime and social upheaval, it has been known as one of the state’s most violent communities.
Hear what the last two Pulaski Sheriff candidates want to do if elected
PULASKI COUNTY, Ga. — What was once a five-person race for Pulaski County Sheriff is now down to two men: Wayne Wiley and Terry Hood. Ahead of the run-off, we sat down with both candidates to hear about what they would do if they were elected. Wiley retired from...
GBI Investigates Workplace Fatality at Cochran Oil Mill in Georgia After Heavy Machinery Incident
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has been called in to investigate the death of a 70-year-old man in Cochran, Georgia, after an incident involving heavy machinery at the Cochran Oil Mill and Ginnery. Milton Mullis, the deceased, met his tragic end on the morning of June 5, when he was struck by the equipment during his workday in Bleckley County.
Georgia foster parent arrested for child molestation
ATLANTA – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested and charged a Georgia man in a child molestation investigation. The GBI has arrested and charged Elvis Davis, age 57, of Eastman, GA, with one count of sexual exploitation of children, two counts of child molestation and two counts of improper sexual contact by a foster parent. On Friday, May 16, 2024, the Eastman Police Department asked the GBI to assist with an investigation into allegations of child molestation involving Davis.
Tuesday morning fatal I-75 accident after woman struck by semi truck after falling out of car
CORDELE, Ga. – In a tragic development, at approximately 12:30 am Tuesday, law enforcement was called to an accident occurring in Crisp county on I-75 southbound around the 98 mile marker. 37-year-old Mary Anne Musslewhite of Arabi was said to have been hanging out the passenger side window with...
Crisp County, Ga., magistrate judge primary ends in tie, rare runoff, following recount
Republican voters in Crisp County, Ga., will get a second shot to pick their nominee in the county’s chief magistrate judge race on June 18. George Holmes and Brandon Rivers faced each other in a primary on May 21. Initial returns showed Holmes leading Rivers by one vote, enough to secure the nomination.
Cordele Police seeking animal cruelty suspect
CORDELE, Ga. – The Cordele Police Department needs your help in identifying the individual shown on your screen. At approximately 11 am Wednesday morning, officers responded to a potential case of animal cruelty at Big Cat, located at 416 West 16th Avenue. The police have identified this individual as...
Griswold pleas not guilty to all charges
Staff Reports The most recent update in the case of Allison Griner Griswold, the Crisp County Grand Jury returned an indictment against Griswold on May 20, 2024, for twenty-seven counts of various criminal offenses. On Wednesday, June 5, 2024, Griswold pled not guilty to all charges through her attorney Chris Cohilas. Following her arraignment, Judge […] The post Griswold pleas not guilty to all charges appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Gun-Buy-Back program to help take illegal firearms off Cordele streets
CORDELE, Ga. (WALB) - A nonprofit organization in Crisp County is tackling crime head-on by coming up with different ways of solving problems in the community. The city of Cordele has not seen a recent uptick in crime, but they have seen an increase in guns on the streets, according to the Chief of Police. That’s why a local non-profit organization is proposing a gun buyback plan to help get those off of the streets.
WALB live at the 75th Watermelon Festival – tune in June 20th at 12:30!
CORDELE, Ga. (WALB) - Cordele-Crisp County’s Watermelon Festival returns June 22nd!. Join WALB as we get a sneak peek at all the fun and festivities this year’s festival has to offer. WALB will be live from Lake Blackshear Resort and Golf Club to sit down with the community...
GDC: Telfair State Prison inmate killed in altercation
MCRAE-HELENA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —An inmate at Telfair State Prison is dead after an altercation on Saturday, according to a news release from the Georgia Department of Corrections. While the investigation is still in the preliminary stages, GDC confirms Lamar Wilson was killed after injuries he sustained during an altercation...
Crisp County native to play in New York on Women’s Professional Fastpitch team
By Sarah Brown – Managing Editor Riley Blampied a 2020 High School graduate of Crisp County High School and 2024 University of South Carolina Graduate joined the Kiwanis Club as a special guest on June 6, 2024. Riley has spent most of her life playing softball, with her recruiting started in 8th grade. Riley has […] The post Crisp County native to play in New York on Women’s Professional Fastpitch team appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Crisp county fire rescue promotions
Staff Reports Crisp County Fire Rescue Lt. Coty Wilcox has been with the CCFR for 19 years, he has recently been promoted to Captain and will lead C-Shift in daily operations. Firefighter Brandon Creech has been in the fire service for 12 years, with the last 2 with CCFR. Creech has recently been promoted to […] The post Crisp county fire rescue promotions appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Lack of affordable housing is hurting our community
By Sarah Brown – Managing Editor Many of us hear on a daily basis someone saying, “Why are we getting another gas station? Why won’t they bring in a good restaurant or grocery store?” Well there is an answer to this but it’s not necessarily an easy one. Any business coming into Cordele will benefit […] The post Lack of affordable housing is hurting our community appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Crisp County School System awarded Why Georgia Works Alignment grant
Cindy Hughes and the staff of Crisp County School System have been awarded the Why Georgia Works Alignment Grant to support our CTAE program. Tim Powers, Planters First Bank President said, “Through a competitive allocation process, Crisp County was one of only 15 school districts in the state selected for the grant.” Cindy Hughes said, […] The post Crisp County School System awarded Why Georgia Works Alignment grant appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
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