Press Release by Sumter County Development Authority. Sumter County, GA – April 24, 2024 – Sumter Authority board members and staff recently hosted their third annual Burgers & Business to recognize the thriving manufacturing and industry community. The event, which took place on April 23rd, was attended by manufacturing and industrial business owners and managers, […] The post Development Authority Celebrates Growing Industry Community appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

by Chelsea Collins Director of Marketing and Communications Department of University Relations AMERICUS, GA (April 25, 2024) – Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Henan Institute of Science and Technology (HIST) in the Henan Province of China setting the foundation for future collaboration between the two institutions. The agreement […] The post Georgia Southwestern signs agreement with Henan Institute of Science and Technology appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

by Chelsea Collins Director of Marketing and Communications Department of University Relations   AMERICUS, GA (April 24, 2024) – Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) hosted its second annual Hurricane Pitch competition on Tuesday, April 23 for entrepreneurial students with dreams of starting their own small businesses in the communities they call home. Easton Cummings of Hoboken and […] The post GSW student entrepreneurs present at second annual Hurricane Pitch competition appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

Keaton Wynn, Professor of Art History and Ceramics at Georgia Southwestern, gave a tour of the Art Department. Wynn showed the glaze lab, where students mix their own glazes. He talked about how students would use their creations to raise money for charity during an annual fundraiser: “We’ve done Empty Bowls for about 10 years […] The post Ceramics at Georgia Southwestern appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

Ethan Wolfe, Candidate for Commissioner of District 3, gave an interview on April 23rd.  He talked about his background: “I was born in Sumter County, just outside of Americus. I lived here most of my life. I joined the military at the age of nineteen, was gone for thirty years, and I am back because […] The post Ethan Wolfe Interviews on run for Commissioner appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

The Sumter County Board of Commissioners met on April 17 th . Chairman of the Board of Assessors, Michael Coley, addressed the Board. “The Sumter County Tax Assessors Office is not required to determine taxation on public utilities, an entity that provides goods and services to the general public. Their assessment is done by the […] The post Commissioners Hear from Board of Assessors appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

The Americus City Council met on April 18 th . Commissioner Jessie Smith addressed the council during citizens comments with concerns about gun fire and road resurfacing. Smith mentioned he lived in the subdivision consisting of Bronco and Falcon drive. “I’ve been there 29 years, and since that time the streets have been deteriorating. I […] The post City Council hears Road complaints and honors High Schoolers appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

The Sumter County Board of Commissioners discussed several other issues in addition to The Board of Tax Assessors during their April 16 th meeting. The following student leaders were recognized by the Sumter County Board of Commissioners for organizing the Youth Violence Summit: Bryson Phelps, Penelope Utzcategui, Caden Cason, Ty Brown, and Julia Walker from […] The post Commissioner’s Meeting Honors Students and Discusses Blight Ordinance appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

Recently it was brought to the attention of the Americus Times-Recorder that a sink-hole had opened up near the intersection of Bill Cross Street and Bessie Mays Circle. Multiple orange cones, collapsed asphalt, and a gaping hole confirmed the report. A few locals were questioned about the sink-hole, but declined comment. City Manager Diadra Powell […] The post Sink hole near intersection of Bessie Mays Circle and Bill Cross Street appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

A large crowd lined the street on April 19th as The Fuller Center prepared to dedicate a newly constructed home. New turf and hydrangeas occupied a lawn that was until recently a construction site. David Snell, president of the Fuller Center, addressed those gathered, presenting Peter Salemme with a golden hammer in thanks for his […] The post Fuller Center Dedication appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Media Arrest Summary Kennedy, Nia ‘Karaashaiya (In Jail), 20, DUI-Drugs and Alcohol/Failure to Maintain Lane/Furnishing, Purchasing and possession of alcoholic beverages by persons below legal age Roland, Donald Russell (In Jail), 73, False Imprisonment/Obstructing or hindering law enforcement officers Sheffield, Clevelander (In Jail), 45, Probation Violation   Sumter County Sheriff’s Office […] The post Area Beat Report April 22, 2024 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

Georgia Southwestern Press Release AMERICUS (April 22, 2024) — Josie Battaglia, a nursing major from Dawson, Ga., was recently named Georgia Southwestern State University’s (GSW) 2024 Outstanding Scholar, the University’s highest academic honor. Battaglia was recognized by Chancellor Sonny Perdue on Academic Recognition Day at the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia […] The post Josie Battaglia of Dawson named GSW’s 2024 Outstanding Scholar appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

Press Release from Office of City Manager AMERICUS—Graduates of Americus city government’s first Government 101 class want to know more, and on April 29, another face-to-face opportunity to learn about how Americus works isopen to all. Responding to citizen interest, City Manager Diadra Powell has set aside her lunch hour the last Monday of each […] The post Join Conversations over Coffee with Americus City Manager appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

Press Release by Chief Scott What is the City’s plan to address gun crime? This is a question that is frequently asked at community meetings and forums. For the Police Department, our plan is to continue to addressall crime from every possible direction. In daily operations we utilize data to monitor where specific crimes are […] The post Chief Scott Gives Updates on City of Americus Police Department appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Media Arrest Summary Deriso, Lorenzo (Bonded Out), 53, DUI-Alcohol/Failure to yield after stopping for stop sign Golphin, Antonio Leon (In Jail), 30, DUI-Alcohol/Driver use due care/Violating Restriction of Driver’s License/Seat Belt Violation Jackson, Jordan Alexander (In Jail), 20, Probation Violation Mathis, Joshua Markeith (Time Served), 23, Weekender Raynolds, Patricia Anniemaude (In […] The post Area Beat Report April 19 through 22, 2024 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Media Arrest Summary Golphin, Antonio Leon (In Jail), 29, DUI-Alcohol/Driver use due care/Violating restriction of drivers license/Seat Belt Violation Merritt, Quanisha Michelle (In Jail), 27, Driving while license suspended or revoked/Giving false name, address or birthdate to Law Enforcement officer/No Insurance Williamson, Adrian Lamarcus (In Jail), 28, Probation Violation   Sumter […] The post Area Beat Report April 18, 2024 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

By University System of Georgia staff reports University System of Georgia (USG) Chancellor Sonny Perdue today named USG’s Chief Operating Officer Teresa MacCartney as interim president of Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW), upon the departure of President Neal Weaver this May. Weaver announced he would be stepping down May 10 after nearly seven years. He […] The post Teresa MacCartney Named Interim President of Georgia Southwestern State University appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

  Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Media Arrest Summary Croskey, Crysell (In Jail), 34, Aggravated Assault Harper, Christopher Joseph (In Jail), 28, Possession of Methamphetamine/City Probation Hodges, Dustin Cameron (In Jail), 36, Probation Violation McGrady, Broderick Kendall (In Jail), 37, Disorderly Conduct Merritt, Quanisha Michelle (In Jail), 25, Driving while license suspended or revoked/Giving false name, […] The post Area Beat Report April 17, 2024 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

Press release from the office of the Americus City Manager Americus—The City of Americus turned to a native son last month, hiring Edward Jackson to direct the long-dormant Community Development Department. “We have not had anyone in the director position since 2014,” said Diadra Powell, city manager. “We are eager for Edward to pull the department and its […] The post Native Son Assumes Development Role in City Government appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.

Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Media Arrest Summary Johnson, Jeffrey Jamar (In Jail), 39, Failure to Appear for finger printable charge   Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Media Incident Reports 4/16 Southerfield Rd. and Basket Factory Dr.. at 9:41 a.m., Traffic Stop/Warning issued for speeding Southerfield Rd. and Industrial Blvd. at 9:43 a.m., Warning issued for seatbelt […] The post Area Beat Report April 16, 2024 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.