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Development Authority Celebrates Growing Industry Community
Press Release by Sumter County Development Authority. Sumter County, GA – April 24, 2024 – Sumter Authority board members and staff recently hosted their third annual Burgers & Business to recognize the thriving manufacturing and industry community. The event, which took place on April 23rd, was attended by manufacturing and industrial business owners and managers, […] The post Development Authority Celebrates Growing Industry Community appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Ethan Wolfe Interviews on run for Commissioner
Ethan Wolfe, Candidate for Commissioner of District 3, gave an interview on April 23rd. He talked about his background: “I was born in Sumter County, just outside of Americus. I lived here most of my life. I joined the military at the age of nineteen, was gone for thirty years, and I am back because […] The post Ethan Wolfe Interviews on run for Commissioner appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Commissioner’s Meeting Honors Students and Discusses Blight Ordinance
The Sumter County Board of Commissioners discussed several other issues in addition to The Board of Tax Assessors during their April 16 th meeting. The following student leaders were recognized by the Sumter County Board of Commissioners for organizing the Youth Violence Summit: Bryson Phelps, Penelope Utzcategui, Caden Cason, Ty Brown, and Julia Walker from […] The post Commissioner’s Meeting Honors Students and Discusses Blight Ordinance appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Area Beat Report April 22, 2024
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Media Arrest Summary Kennedy, Nia ‘Karaashaiya (In Jail), 20, DUI-Drugs and Alcohol/Failure to Maintain Lane/Furnishing, Purchasing and possession of alcoholic beverages by persons below legal age Roland, Donald Russell (In Jail), 73, False Imprisonment/Obstructing or hindering law enforcement officers Sheffield, Clevelander (In Jail), 45, Probation Violation Sumter County Sheriff’s Office […] The post Area Beat Report April 22, 2024 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Commissioners Hear from Board of Assessors
The Sumter County Board of Commissioners met on April 17 th . Chairman of the Board of Assessors, Michael Coley, addressed the Board. “The Sumter County Tax Assessors Office is not required to determine taxation on public utilities, an entity that provides goods and services to the general public. Their assessment is done by the […] The post Commissioners Hear from Board of Assessors appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Area Beat Report April 19 through 22, 2024
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Media Arrest Summary Deriso, Lorenzo (Bonded Out), 53, DUI-Alcohol/Failure to yield after stopping for stop sign Golphin, Antonio Leon (In Jail), 30, DUI-Alcohol/Driver use due care/Violating Restriction of Driver’s License/Seat Belt Violation Jackson, Jordan Alexander (In Jail), 20, Probation Violation Mathis, Joshua Markeith (Time Served), 23, Weekender Raynolds, Patricia Anniemaude (In […] The post Area Beat Report April 19 through 22, 2024 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Area Beat Report April 18, 2024
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Media Arrest Summary Golphin, Antonio Leon (In Jail), 29, DUI-Alcohol/Driver use due care/Violating restriction of drivers license/Seat Belt Violation Merritt, Quanisha Michelle (In Jail), 27, Driving while license suspended or revoked/Giving false name, address or birthdate to Law Enforcement officer/No Insurance Williamson, Adrian Lamarcus (In Jail), 28, Probation Violation Sumter […] The post Area Beat Report April 18, 2024 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Sherriff Bryant Gives Updates and Plans for Next Term
Sherriff Eric Bryant interviewed for his unopposed run for reelection, talking about the experiences that had prepared him to become Sherriff. “I’ve been a career law enforcement person, something I’ve always wanted to do. I’ve always enjoyed working with people, and more importantly, helping people.” He shared how his background shapes his work philosophy. “I […] The post Sherriff Bryant Gives Updates and Plans for Next Term appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Women’s Summit Saturday April 20
By Bethany Greeley Americus—When told her sick husband’s only care option was a costly nursing home, Essie Sims told the hospital discharge planner her preference: “I want my doctor to order a comprehensive home care plan, so Mac can stay at home and get the care he needs.” Saturday, April 20, Sumter County women are […] The post Women’s Summit Saturday April 20 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Area Beat Report April 16, 2024
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Media Arrest Summary Johnson, Jeffrey Jamar (In Jail), 39, Failure to Appear for finger printable charge Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Media Incident Reports 4/16 Southerfield Rd. and Basket Factory Dr.. at 9:41 a.m., Traffic Stop/Warning issued for speeding Southerfield Rd. and Industrial Blvd. at 9:43 a.m., Warning issued for seatbelt […] The post Area Beat Report April 16, 2024 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
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