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Wilkerson’s Scholars: LHS students tour Braves stadium through scholarship program
Nine LaGrange High School students, along with Principal Jamie Bozeman and Assistant Principal Nichelle Wimbush, were recently able to tour the Home Depot corporate office in Atlanta along with the Atlanta Braves stadium, Truist Park. The students are part of a program called the Wilkerson Scholars at LaGrange High School. The program was started by […] The post Wilkerson’s Scholars: LHS students tour Braves stadium through scholarship program appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
UPDATE: Body of missing man located after authorities find vehicle abandoned in northern Troup County
UPDATE 7:51 p.m. – The Troup County Sheriff’s Office sadly revealed new details that Daniel Keith’s body was found not long after his abandoned vehicle was located. At this time, TCSO says they are in contact with Keith’s family. TROUP COUNTY, Ga. (WRBL) — The Troup County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing man. […]
1 dead, 1 injured in overnight shooting on Macon Rd. near Lake Shore Rd.
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A homicide investigation is underway after an overnight shooting claimed the life of a 16-year-old and left another person injured. Officials say shots rang out from two separate vehicles near Macon Road and Lake Shore Road around midnight on Sunday. While officials were on scene, they found the vehicles that had gunshot defects to them and two individuals inside each car suffering from gunshot wounds.
Police investigating overnight robbery on Whitesville
LaGrange Police are investigating a late-night robbery at a local convenience store/gas station on Whitesville Street. Early Wednesday morning, around 12:36 a.m., LaGrange Police responded to the JR Food Mart on Whitesville Street upon receiving reports of an armed robbery. Officers arrived and spoke to a female victim, who stated a group of three armed […] The post Police investigating overnight robbery on Whitesville appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Amy Mains can’t see herself not being a 911 dispatcher
EDITOR’S NOTE: In recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, the Daily News will be highlighting some of the dispatchers at Troup County 911 who are the first, first response when emergency help is needed. For our final dispatcher of the week, we are featuring Dispatcher and Supervisor Amy Mains. Amy Mains has been a […] The post Amy Mains can’t see herself not being a 911 dispatcher appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Celebrating through play: Eastside John P. Powell gets a new playground
Eastside John P. Powell students now get to play on a brand-new playground. In November, the Charter Foundation announced that it had awarded a $50,000 grant to the magnet school for new playground equipment. With the installation just finished, students celebrated through play. The grant was written by Ansley Emfinger and Andie Roberts of the […] The post Celebrating through play: Eastside John P. Powell gets a new playground appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Valley man arrested for domestic violence after SWAT called
On Thursday night, the Valley Police Department was called to 30th Street after receiving a call about potential domestic violence at a residence. When they arrived, police found a male resident had barricaded himself inside the house with a firearm, according to VPD Captain Stacey Shirey. When the officers realized the suspect had a gun, […] The post Valley man arrested for domestic violence after SWAT called appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Wild Leap Brew Co. set to host 2024 ‘Burger Bash’ in LaGrange
LAGRANGE, Ga. (WTVM) - Prepare your belly for juicy burgers and sweet cocktails!. Wild Leap Brew Co., a local favorite restaurant is hosting a “Burger Bash” in LaGrange. According to their Facebook page, the event will start at 1 p.m. and end at approximately 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 20. Multiple burger trucks are expected to give attendees a variety of burgers from all over the southeast.
THINC you can drive
The Troup County Board of Education has approved the purchase of a truck driving simulator for THINC College and Career Academy to offer more pathways to employment for students. The purchase was approved unanimously as part of the consent agenda on Thursday as recommended by Superintendent Brian Shumate. The truck driving simulator was purchased from […] The post THINC you can drive appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
From marching at Troup to leading Callaway: Trinity Pike’s dreams come true at last
Trinity Pike can hear the music. The melody in Pike’s head changed its tune recently. The Troup High graduate has finally landed his dream job. Pike is set to take over the Callaway High band program, fulfilling a lifelong dream for Pike. “I’ve had all kinds of jobs since graduating college. I’ve driven trucks, taught […] The post From marching at Troup to leading Callaway: Trinity Pike’s dreams come true at last appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
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