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Bee infestation in Americus apartment causes tenant to move out
AMERICUS, Ga. (WALB) - A tenant at Murphy Mill Apartments in Americus says he’s had enough of being swarmed by bees at his apartment. WALB first covered this story in April, and now the tenant says the problem is even worse. Pertina Dowdell, the mother of the tenant with...
Crawford County Prepares for First Ever Final Four Appearance in Program History
ROBERTA, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Crawford County Eagles baseball team has been preparing for their first ever GHSA Class A D-I Final Four matchup ever in program history. After graduating eight seniors and finishing last season with the most regular season wins in school history, Crawford County’s...
Bridge construction and SR 190 over Norfolk Souther RR set to close on May 13
TALBOT COUNTY, Ga. (WRBL) – The Georgia Department of Transportation is notifying motorists traveling in Talbot County that a road closure at SR 190 over Norfolk Southern RR along with a detour route is scheduled for May 13. GDOT says the closure is for a bridge replacement on SR 190 and that the project should […]
Board of Elections Debates Appropriateness of Facebook Graphic
The Board of Elections met at 4:30 p.m. on May 7th in the Commissioner’s meeting room. May 10th was given as the deadline for absentee ballots. Board member Carson Walker made a motion to amend the minutes of the previous meeting, commenting on poll worker training: “There was one thing that was left out that […] The post Board of Elections Debates Appropriateness of Facebook Graphic appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Local artist, students paint for Phoebe Sumter Medical Center
AMERICUS -- A unique partnership between Phoebe Sumter Medical Center and an Americus artist is helping the hospital provide holistic care for mental health patients and supporting the Phoebe vision, “to make every life we touch, better.”. Leaders at Phoebe Sumter recognized the need for a more therapeutic environment...
Georgia Southwestern State University Appoints Teresa MacCartney as Interim President
Teresa MacCartney has been named interim president of Georgia Southwestern State University. Georgia Southwestern State University enrolls approximately 2,500 undergraduate and 600 graduate students. Women represent 64 percent of the undergraduate population. Currently, MacCartney serves as chief operating officer for the University System of Georgia, which consists of 26 public...
Lakeland Lanier County’s initial push dashes Ellaville Schley County’s hopes
Lakeland Lanier County grabbed a quick lead then had to fight to retain its advantage before securing a 10-9 win against Ellaville Schley County on May 6 in Georgia baseball.
Work Day held at Healthy Sumter Community Garden in Americus
AMERICUS, Ga. (WALB) - The Work Day was held at the Healthy Sumter Community Garden at Brookdale Park on Saturday, May 4. More than 25 people volunteered at the event, according to organizers. The participants harvested strawberries, carrots, and onions and they also planted zucchini, squash and peppers. “Thanks to...
Bell headed to Fort Valley State after stellar career
MOUNT VERNON, Ga. (WSAV) — Montgomery County senior Marley Bell signed a letter of intent to play collegiately at Fort Valley State University, according to her head basketball coach Tyron Madison. The Fort Valley State commit will play basketball and softball for the Wildcats. Bell excelled on the hardwood floor. Back in March, she led […]
Georgia Southwestern unveils Phoebe Simulation, Learning Center
AMERICUS — Georgia Southwestern State University recenyly held a naming ceremony for the state-of-the-art Phoebe Simulation and Learning Center, located on the second floor of the Rosalynn Carter Health and Human Sciences Complex. Thanks to the strong partnership and financial support from the Phoebe Putney Health System, GSW’s nursing...
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