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Schley County Emergency Management reports tornado, multiple power outages reported across Chattahoochee Valley
ELLAVILLE, Ga. (WTVM) - A tornado touched down in Ellaville, Schley County Emergency Management confirmed to News Leader 9. Sumter, Marion and Macon counties were also under tornado warnings, but they have since been lifted. According to the officials, there is no significant damage, but multiple trees are down and...
Ruling on two land use permits
The Troup County Commission ruled on two land use permits for a green cemetery and an agri-tourism property. The board unanimously voted to allow an additional 20 acres of land to be added to the Whispering Hills Natural Green Cemetery and Memorial Nature Preserve on Mood Bridge Rd. The cemetery needed the commission to pass […] The post Ruling on two land use permits appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Harris and Marion County schools delayed by two hours in midst of weather aware conditions
UPDATE 5:39 a.m.: Marion County Schools announced it will also have a delayed start on Friday morning. According to the district, the start time is now set for 10 a.m. Bus pick-up times are two hours later than normal and if your student rides in a car, the earliest drop-off is 9:15 a.m. Employees report […]
WEATHER AWARE: Over 450 residents without power near Hamilton
(WRBL) — A town north of Columbus is experiencing some power outages in the midst of a weather aware Thursday afternoon, According to Georgia Power, 465 residents in the area of Hamilton are without power as of about 1:30 p.m. The outage appears to impact the area of Harris County Highschool. WRBL will update this […]
Annual signing day at THINC
THINC College and Career Academy students have signed with companies to work at the next level. The Expedition Program at the career readiness center held its annual signing day on Friday, where nine students signed contracts to work with local companies for work-based learning. The students, many rising juniors and seniors, will work at these […] The post Annual signing day at THINC appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
2 juveniles arrested in McCracken County on several charges
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI)- McCracken County Sheriff’s Office investigated a rash of vehicle thefts overnight. Deputies noticed a suspicious vehicle in the area of Lakeview Drive in Lone Oak. The vehicle was attempting to illude the deputy, but almost immediately crashed out on Milton Drive. Three suspects were observed fleeing...
Three candidates seek mayoral seat
After the passing of LaGrange’s most recent mayor, the next election will once again hold a race for the city’s mayor. Jim Arrington will be running for mayor for the second time against challengers Chalton Askew and Israel Barsh. Arrington, who served on the city council for six years, gave up his seat to run […] The post Three candidates seek mayoral seat appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
EMA: Lightning strike leads to barn fire in LaGrange
LaGRANGE, Ga. (WRBL) — A barn caught fire after being struck by lightning in LaGrange, according to preliminary information received by the Emergency Management Agency. First responders are present at Murphy Ave. as of about 2 p.m. on Thursday afternoon. There is no word on damage at this time. Murphy Ave. is about five minutes […]
Abbottsford Farms set to host ‘Strawberry Fest’ event this weekend
LAGRANGE, Ga. (WTVM) - Abbottsford Farms is preparing to host a ‘berry-tastic day’ filled with fun activities and delicious treats. The event is set for Saturday, May 11 beginning at 10 a.m. at Abbottsford Farms - 410 Abbottsford Road - in LaGrange. Participants can pick their own fresh...
Lehrman collects win No. 700 as Heritage tops Manchester
Heritage head baseball coach Dean Lehrman collected his 700th career win as the Patriots took down Manchester on Friday night 4-2. The Locker Room: High School Baseball (5/10) The Norwell, Bishop Dwenger and Heritage baseball teams all picked up important victories on the diamond on Friday night.
LaGrange Police Seek Driver in Fatal Hit-and-Run that Claimed the Life of 55-Year-Old Timothy Waddell
LaGrange police are on the hunt for a hit-and-run driver who killed 55-year-old Timothy Waddell on the night of May 5. The tragic incident took place on the 400 block of New Franklin Road. Responding officers arrived around 9:44 p.m. to discover Waddell deceased on the scene, as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta.
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