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Leader of drug trafficking organization sentenced to prison
ALBANY – The leader of an armed drug trafficking organization responsible for acquiring at least 250 kilograms of methamphetamine from a prisoner and then distributing the drugs into west-central Georgia has been sentenced to serve 40 years in federal prison. Cornelius Leonard, aka “Tae,” 29, of Grantville, was sentenced to serve 480 months in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release on May 14. Leonard previously pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute controlled substances; one...
Mental health advocacy, education and resource center
Joy Inside Tears, a mental health advocacy, education and resource center, held its cutting on Wednesday. The center is located at the Newman Building on 200 E Depot Street. The non-profit mission is to “provide mental health and suicide prevention resources, advocacy, support, education training, counseling referrals, and coaching to the community.” The organization’s website […] The post Mental health advocacy, education and resource center appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Students to receive free breakfast and lunch
Troup County School System will be providing free breakfast and lunch to all students next school year. During the TCSS board work session on Tuesday night, the Director of Nutrition, Diane Pain, announced the district would be able to provide students with free meals through the federal program Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) starting July 1. […] The post Students to receive free breakfast and lunch appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Hike Bike Run exceeds goal at $104K and counting
VALLEY — The 2024 Hike/Bike/Run fundraiser for Valley Haven School has exceeded its $100,000 goal. Though all the donations have yet to be counted, the fundraising total is around $104,000. “We are so pleased the community came through once again in supporting Valley Haven School,” Executive Director Craig Brown told The Valley Times-News.”We want to […] The post Hike Bike Run exceeds goal at $104K and counting appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Valley’s land purchase paying off, commerical real estate moving in
VALLEY — The City of Valley’s purchase of approximately 2,000 acres of land near I-85 is continuing to be a very good move. It’s property that’s in demand, and the city has more than gotten back its original investment. The post Valley’s land purchase paying off, commerical real estate moving in appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Hope for change
The Hope Academy may be changing hours. Amy Thorton, the Director of Secondary Education in the Troup County School System, presented some proposed changes regarding the operation of the county’s secondary alternative school. “As a group we talked about [how] we got to do something about Hope [Academy],” Thornton said. “We’ve just got to do […] The post Hope for change appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Unsung hero awards
The Troup County School System recognized students, teachers and staff during Monday’s work session. The annual unsung hero awards were given to a small portion of the teachers that won, the rest will be given out at the board’s business meeting on Thursday. The Unsung Hero Award goes to 23 staff members in the district […] The post Unsung hero awards appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Lanett police investigating after man shot in the back
LANETT, Ala. (WRBL) – A man was shot on the back Tuesday afternoon according to Lanett investigators. Police responded to the shooting around 1:39 PM in the 1200 block of 1st Street. According to authorities, the victim, a male, was found with a gunshot wound to the back. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) provided immediate treatment, […]
Donations for Ellerslie Volunteer Fire Department at an all-time low
ELLERSLIE, Ga. (WRBL) — In Harris County, first responders are now looking to the community for support. One volunteer fire department took to social media asking for donations. Firefighter services in Harris County are all volunteer based; meaning, funding is largely dependent on donations. Over the last several years, Harris County Commissioners have increased stipends […]
City officials in West Point planning to build new river trail
WEST POINT, Ga. (WTVM) -The Downtown Development Authority in West Point is planning to bring a new trail along the Chattahoochee River. They are hoping to finally breathe new life into an old Woodyard Property. “I’m exicted just to bring my little girl out here and being able to walk...
Feeding the Valley unveils $5.7 million expansion
MIDLAND, Ga. (WRBL)— Wednesday, Feeding the Valley cut the ribbon on their 24,000 square foot expansion, a project that’s three-quarters the size of their original building. The newest addition to the Feeding the Valley Midland site, the Aflac Hunger Action Center. This $5.7-million project will more than double distribution to the 17 counties the non-profit […]
Central baseball’s season ends in AHSAA 7A title game
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (WTVM) - The Central Red Devils were among the last two teams in the AHSAA 7A tournament. Central lost to Bob Jones, 12-5 to end its season. The Red Devils had to win two games on Wednesday to lock up this year’s 7A title. The team won...
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