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Fort Valley Fire Department efforts to get more people trained in CPR
FORT VALLEY, Ga. (WPGA) - The Fort Valley Fire Department invites the community to a free CPR Training Session. The class will be on Saturday, June 8th at 9 a.m. at 204 W Church Street. Assistant Fire Chief Alex Pryor says in his nearly 21 years at the Fort Valley...
Georgia Peach festival finale happening this weekend
BYRON, Ga. -- After the kick-off weekend in Fort Valley on June 1, the 38th Georgia Peach Festival will have it's finale Saturday June 8. The peachy party is heading back to Byron to wrap things up. If you missed the World's Largest Peach Cobbler or the Eat a Peach...
Numerous children take part in the annual Fishing Rodeo in Plains
On Saturday morning, June 1, numerous kids came out to participate in the annual Fishing Rodeo, which took place at a stock pond outside the Plains Welcome Center. “The fishing tournament is an annual event for kids. The kids fish from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.,” said Linda Harty, Manager of the Welcome Center. “We […] The post Numerous children take part in the annual Fishing Rodeo in Plains appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
What to know about the dozens of guns stolen from a Fort Moore facility
FORT MOORE, Ga. (WRBL) — The Fort Moore Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is asking for the public’s help in finding more than 30 guns stolen from the Army post. This investigation has been going on for more than two weeks after 31 M-17 pistols were discovered missing. Now, CID is offering up to $5,000 in […]
South Georgia Technical College Crisp County Center construction on Commercial Truck Driving training range
CORDELE, Ga. – South Georgia Technical College is set to unveil a significant new development at its Crisp County Center. The college is currently constructing a Commercial Truck Driving training range at its satellite campus in Cordele. The project is well underway and is expected to be completed before...
County Commissioner Jessie Smith’s Involvement with Code Enforcement on Marcell Baker
Marcell Baker was ordered to appear in magistrate court on August 14th, 2023, for the following charge: “[Allowing] grass, weeds, plant growth, annuals, or vegetation in excess of 12 inches in height for more than seven days, with the exception of trees, shrubs that are reasonably maintained, and cultivated flowers and gardens.” The date given […] The post County Commissioner Jessie Smith’s Involvement with Code Enforcement on Marcell Baker appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Lakeview Apartments sees crime drop with new police substation, Fort Valley chief reports
Warner Robins, Ga (WGXA) - WGXA has followed for months: crime and gang activity at Lakeview Apartments in Fort Valley. The complex, once plagued by criminal activity, has undergone significant changes according to Fort Valley Police Chief DJ Flores. Chief Flores explained that what was once a crime-ridden complex is...
Little Free Library opens new location in Byron
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jailhouse Park Little Free Library recently opened in Byron. There are five Little Free Libraries in Peach County. The Little Free Library is open to the community and is free of cost. Cherie Giles, Library Steward with Little Free Library, says the free library...
South Georgia Technical College holds Father’s Day car show
AMERICUS, Ga. (WRBL) — If your dad is a car guy, then South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) may have an event you can tell him about. SGTC is holding its annual car show Saturday, June 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the main campus of SGTC, admission is free and lunch will be […]
Pediatrician offers tips for infant safe sleeping practices
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The recent death of a 2-month-old in Macon County is raising community awareness of safe sleeping. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is currently conducting an investigation into the infant’s death, with early indications suggesting the death was related to co-sleeping. Knowing the dangers of...
'No one's received any of my mail': One woman says USPS delays have delayed her bill payments
IDEAL, Ga. — Millions of Americans are continuing to face problems with the U.S. Postal Service. For months now, we've reported how mail delays have affected people's taxes, businesses and more. The postmaster general said they're working to get things back in order but problems still persist. Now, delays...
Fort Valley police 'shaken' after officer named as suspect in murder-suicide
FORT VALLEY, Ga. - Leaders of the Fort Valley Police Department say they’re shocked and saddened by the fact that one of their reserve officers carried out a murder-suicide in DeKalb County. "We at the Fort Valley Police Department continue to be shocked, angered, and deeply saddened about the...
Jimmy Carter’s family home will be donated to National Park Service
PLAINS, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The home of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter in Plains, Georgia, will eventually be donated to the National Park Service, grandson Jason Carter said in a recent interview with Southern Living. The Carters lived in their home since 1961. Once donated, visitors will be allowed...
‘It is never too late’: 85-year-old Americus woman receives honorary High School Diploma
AMERICUS, Ga. (WALB) - An 85-year-old Americus woman is still celebrating the moment she received her honorary high school diploma on Saturday. Shirley Smith accepted her honorary high school diploma as part of the Macon County Chief’s Diploma Program. She received her honorary diploma on the same exact day she would have graduated 66 years ago.
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