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Phenix City Schools to discuss funding initiatives, school improvements at upcoming PCS Community Update

PHENIX CITY, Ala. (WRBL) — Phenix City Schools (PCS) is inviting the surrounding community to join them for their PCS Community Update on Tuesday, Oct. 27 to discuss some of their current and upcoming initiatives. According to PCS, the district update will involve Phenix City Superintendent Nathan Walters and Phenix City Board of Education members […]

Phenix City, AL · 20d

Americus Times-Recorder

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Americus Council discusses ways on grounds maintenance

Mayor Travis Rush asked the Council to look at vendor contracts for parks and public facility maintenance, seeking input on ways to decrease spending and consideration of performing the jobs […]

Americus, GA · 21d

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Alabama Bass Trail Championship brings millions to Eufaula

EUFALA, Ala. (WTVM) - The Alabama Bass Trail Championship Tournament is being held Friday and Saturday in Eufaula, bringing hundreds of anglers to the city and generating revenue for local businesses. Mayor Jack Tibbs said tournaments like the Alabama Bass Trail bring millions of dollars to the city every year.

Eufaula, AL · 21d
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Voting-Related Mail Discovered Near Dumpster at Columbus Condominium Complex Raises Questions

The materials were discovered Friday, Oct. 16, at Hidden Lake Condominiums, 2525 Norris Road, according to a reliable source who personally examined the discarded mail and later spoke with the Courier Eco Latino Newspaper. The source, whose identity is being withheld, said the materials consisted of approximately four bundles of...

Columbus, GA · 21d

Americus Times-Recorder

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Americus discusses E911 service options if County breaks with Middle Flint

The City of Americus discussed options for E911 service during its Oct. 15 meeting. Sumter County has announced plans to build its own E911 Center, which would no longer require […]

Americus, GA · 21d

thecutoffnews.com

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Investigation Underway After $500K in Tax Funds Missing in Barbour County

EUFAULA, Ala. — Public frustration is mounting in Barbour County following revelations from state audits indicating that approximately $500,000 in tax collections spanning multiple past years was not properly deposited into designated county accounts. The missing funds have sparked widespread discussion and calls for accountability among residents, particularly on...

Barbour County, AL · 22d

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Mayor Lowe addresses complaints and rumors

At the Oct. 6 Phenix City Council meeting, Mayor Eddie Lowe called a personal point of privilege to address several public criticisms and comments that had been posted on social media. He used his time to respond to a comment about potholes and to assure residents that the city has dedicated crews actively working to repair potholes in all areas. He also addressed a resident who said that the mayor only cares about one or two things.

Phenix City, AL · 23d

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Eufaula restaurant recognized for best fried chicken in Alabama

Business Insider partnered with Yelp to build a list of the best fried chicken in every state. Here in Alabama, the nod went to Thelma’s Kitchen in Eufaula. The two publications identified restaurants and food business with a high concentration of public reviews mentioning “fried chicken.” Then the spots were ranked using different factors like review volume and Yelp ratings.

Eufaula, AL · 23d

Americus Times-Recorder

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Former Leslie City Clerk plans legal action against City

Former Leslie City Clerk, Joan Waller, plans to take legal action against the City. Waller has retained a lawyer, Patrick Reid, with The Workers Firm. Reid has submitted an Ante […]

Leslie, GA · 23d

Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

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Muscogee County School Board to vote on name of field at Odis Spencer Stadium

The field and fieldhouse at Odis Spencer Stadium will be named in honor of Spencer High School graduate and former NFL player Ernie Green if the Muscogee County School District Board approves the recommendation from superintendent David Lewis and MCSD athletics director Kendall Mills. The board is scheduled to vote on the recommendation during its next monthly meeting, Oct. 19 at 6 p.m., according to the agenda . Green graduated from Spencer in 1958 and played as a running back for the University of Louisville. The Green Bay Packers selected him in the 14th round (196th overall) of the 1962 NFL Draft. During the preseason, the Packers traded Green to the Cleveland Browns. From 1962-68, he rushed for 3,204 yards and scored 15 touchdowns, according to profootball-reference.com. He helped the Browns win the 1964 NFL championship. Green was selected to the Pro Bowl in 1967 and 1968 and was elected co-captain of the Browns for both seasons. His professional football career concluded in 1968 following a knee injury, according to the bio attached to the board’s agenda. “The Spencer alumni have been in discussions, and the joint effort has communicated with the athletic office, and we just got the ball

Muscogee County, GA · 23d

Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

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New principal among 3 leadership changes recommended by Muscogee superintendent

The Muscogee County School District will have a new principal, a new assistant principal and a new director of a special-education program if the MCSD board approves the following appointments recommended by superintendent David Lewis: Gloria Anna Nevarez Bernal-Askew to be principal of Arnold Middle School Cynthea Applegate to be assistant principal of Blanchard Elementary School Tiffany Collins to be director of the Woodall Program, which serves students with emotional and behavioral disorders that prevent them from succeeding at a traditional school. The board is scheduled to vote on these recommendations during its next monthly meeting, Oct. 19 at 6 p.m. Based on the resumes attached to the board’s agenda , plus the Ledger-Enquirer’s emailed interview with Lewis, here is background information about the recommended candidates and why he selected them: New principal of Arnold Middle School Bernal-Askew has been an educator for 18 years, including as assistant principal at Arnold since July. She would succeed interim principal Ricky Stone, who is filling in for the retired Stacy Day. From 2008-14, Bernal-Askew worked as an English teacher, then a school improvement and a teacher leadership specialist. Her resume doesn’t specify which years she worked at which schools, but she listed

Muscogee County, GA · 23d

WRBL News 3

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Phenix City residents to see road reconstruction, resurfacing along 4th Ave. on Oct. 15

PHENIX CITY, Ala. (WRBL) — Phenix City residents are expected to see road reconstruction and resurfacing along 4th Ave. from Idle Hour Drive to 19th St. on Thursday. RELATED: Phenix City contractor to resurface road on 10th Avenue South According to the Phenix City Department of Engineering and Public Works, a Phenix City contractor will […]

Phenix City, AL · 23d

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New measles case confirmed in Georgia

The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed a new measles case, bringing the state total to 22.

Georgia · 24d

WRBL News 3

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Kid friendly Halloween events in and around the Chattahoochee Valley

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL)— Several organizations and businesses in and around the Chattahoochee Valley are hosting Halloween events this month to allow children and families to enjoy festivities safely. View the following list for details about the Halloween events: Through October 31 Saturday, October 17 Saturday, October 24 Sunday, October 25 Friday, October 30 Saturday, October […]

Columbus, GA · 24d