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Area Beat Report April 22, 2024
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.
Josie Battaglia of Dawson named GSW’s 2024 Outstanding Scholar
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.
Join Conversations over Coffee with Americus City Manager
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.
Chief Scott Gives Updates on City of Americus Police Department
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.
Area Beat Report April 19 through 22, 2024
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.
Area Beat Report April 18, 2024
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.
Teresa MacCartney Named Interim President of Georgia Southwestern State University
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.
Area Beat Report April 17, 2024
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.
Native Son Assumes Development Role in City Government
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.
Area Beat Report April 16, 2024
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.
Leslie City Council Plans Switch to J.A.G.
The Leslie City Council met on the 15th of April. Chief Bob Smith addressed the council. “Our probation is serviced by Southwestern Judicial Circuit out of Americus.” Smith referenced personnel issues that the company was experiencing. “I’m asking for us to consider another probation company. Their acronym is J.A.G. They are all over the state.” […] The post Leslie City Council Plans Switch to J.A.G. appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Sherriff Bryant Gives Updates and Plans for Next Term
Sherriff Eric Bryant interviewed for his unopposed run for reelection, talking about the experiences that had prepared him to become Sherriff. “I’ve been a career law enforcement person, something I’ve always wanted to do. I’ve always enjoyed working with people, and more importantly, helping people.” He shared how his background shapes his work philosophy. “I […] The post Sherriff Bryant Gives Updates and Plans for Next Term appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Tornado Shelter Closing
By EMA Director Jerry Harmon Effective Immediate: The Tornado Shelter located at 1601 North Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. will be closed until further notice to perform necessary maintenance. We have already initiated this process in an effort to reopen the shelter as soon as possible for our residents.The Tornado Shelter at 167 William Bowen […] The post Tornado Shelter Closing appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Area Beat Report April 15, 2024
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Media Arrest Summary Greene, Javonta Keshawn (In Jail), 23, Child molestation/Statutory Rape Lawson, Samuel James (In Jail), 66, Possession of Cocaine Richard, Dustin Lee (In Jail), 34, Aggravated Assault/Hit and Run/Duty of driver to stop at scene of accident/DUI-Alcohol and Drugs/Reckless Driving/Failure to Maintain Lane/Seat Belt Violation/Obstructing or hindering law enforcement […] The post Area Beat Report April 15, 2024 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Man Charged for Rape and Incest while Woman Charged with Cruelty to Children
Richard Terrance Eady was arrested for rape and incest on April 12. Ashley Marie Cromer-Eady was arrested for cruelty to children and deprivation of necessary sustenance in the 1st degree the same day. The case was brought to the attention of authorities by the teenage victim. Richard Terrance Eady is the victim’s stepfather. Ashley Marie […] The post Man Charged for Rape and Incest while Woman Charged with Cruelty to Children appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Sisters Act Out
The Sisters Act was held at The Clarence Jordan Center on April 12th, 7 p.m. The act helped to raise money for the Fuller Center. An animatronic cat sat on a stand, a man raising a glass to it in salute as the audience began to form a large white room with wooden arches and […] The post Sisters Act Out appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Knights of Columbus Golf Tournament
Fourteen teams of golfers gathered at the Griffin Bell Golf Course for The Knights of Columbus Golf Tournament held by Council 7113 on April 13th. Contestants arrived at 8:30 a.m. Birds sang as golfers congregated around the practice green, the long golf course before them only interrupted by a few tall pines. The competition lasted […] The post Knights of Columbus Golf Tournament appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
School Board Debates Use for Old Highschool
The Sumter County School Board met on April 9th. Amber Batchelor shared information with the Board on the Peach Tax Credit. “So this education tax credit is available for all school districts within the state of Georgia for them to collaborate on innovative projects.” Batchelor gave details. “So the tax credit itself is a pool […] The post School Board Debates Use for Old Highschool appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Darrell D. Sabbs Jr. Gives an Interview on His Race for Coroner
Darrell D. Sabbs Jr. recently gave an interview on his race for Coroner. He told why he believed he was qualified for the job, referencing his experience as a funeral director. “I’m very community driven. I do this type of work every day.” Sabbs talked about his family’s history in the funeral home trade, starting […] The post Darrell D. Sabbs Jr. Gives an Interview on His Race for Coroner appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Women’s Summit Saturday April 20
By Bethany Greeley Americus—When told her sick husband’s only care option was a costly nursing home, Essie Sims told the hospital discharge planner her preference: “I want my doctor to order a comprehensive home care plan, so Mac can stay at home and get the care he needs.” Saturday, April 20, Sumter County women are […] The post Women’s Summit Saturday April 20 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
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