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Bainbridge hosts professional disc golf tournament
Bainbridge’s new disc golf course hosted a professional disc golf tournament over the weekend. Forty-nine players turned out to compete in three divisions: Mixed Pro Open (MPO), Mixed Pro 40+ (MP40), and mixed Amateur 1 (MA1). The total purse for the pro divisions was $196. In the MPO division, Justin Carter came in first with […] The post Bainbridge hosts professional disc golf tournament appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Growing the family business: Port City Animal Hospital welcomes Dr. Charles “Bo” Bailey
Port City Animal Hospital was bustling with visitors on Thursday morning, as members of the community and Chamber of Commerce came out to welcome the clinic’s newest vet, Dr. Charles “Bo” Bailey, son of Dr. Charles Clifford “Cliff” Bailey. “I grew up in Bainbridge, and grew up working with my father all through high school,” […] The post Growing the family business: Port City Animal Hospital welcomes Dr. Charles “Bo” Bailey appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Hundreds of students and parents attend first annual Bearcat Blitz
With a new school year just around the corner, scores of families came out to the Decatur County Board of Education on Saturday for this year’s inaugural Bearcat Blitz. The event offered free school supplies for students, much of which was provided by community sponsors. “We had community partners and vendors who were willing to […] The post Hundreds of students and parents attend first annual Bearcat Blitz appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Recreation Authority soccer camp receives visit from Diego de la Torre
The Bainbridge Decatur County Recreation Authority’s youth soccer camp is currently underway, starting with a bang and a special guest paying a visit. That guest was Diego de la Torre, former Atlanta United Assistant Coach and professional player at Toluca FC. The kids practiced agility with him, before watching some of his highlights, and concluding […] The post Recreation Authority soccer camp receives visit from Diego de la Torre appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Nightfall Books holds Chamber ribbon cutting ceremony
After both a soft and grand opening in May, Nightfall Books finally held its ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday morning. “We welcome you here, at the Chamber,” said Chamber President Karen Tobin to store owner Kendyl Peak. “We are thrilled that your dream and your passion has come to Bainbridge, and […] The post Nightfall Books holds Chamber ribbon cutting ceremony appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Development Authority takes no action from executive session, hears report on local businesses
The Bainbridge Decatur County Development Authority met for their monthly meeting last Thursday. Following the approval of the financials and minutes, the Authority received a Chamber of Commerce update from Chamber President Karen Tobin. Tobin informed the Development Authority of the upcoming youth leadership programs, as well as the upcoming Chamber Connect luncheon. She also […] The post Development Authority takes no action from executive session, hears report on local businesses appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Bainbridge city council approves hotel tax increase, approves mayoral appointments
Members of the Bainbridge City Council met for their monthly meeting last Tuesday evening. Following the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance, the first item of new business the council addressed was entering a public hearing on Ordinance 619, which is an amendment to the city’s hotel/motel excise tax, adding a 3% increase, bringing the total […] The post Bainbridge city council approves hotel tax increase, approves mayoral appointments appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Decatur County Board of Education discusses millage rate meetings, approve training plan
The Decatur County Board of Education met for their monthly meeting on Thursday evening. Following the invocation, adoption of agenda, and approval of minutes, Superintendent Dr. Boyd English made an adjustment to the evening’s schedule, that being the planned special recognition of local distinguished coaches, some of whom could not attend due to family matters. […] The post Decatur County Board of Education discusses millage rate meetings, approve training plan appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Rotary Club previews action items going forward
Members of the Bainbridge Rotary Club met for their weekly meeting at the Kirbo Center on Tuesday. There was no guest speaker for the day; instead, members of the club leadership discussed the club’s goals for the upcoming year. President Tommie Howell introduced the meeting. Among the items on the club’s action plan for this […] The post Rotary Club previews action items going forward appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Notice of Board of Directors Meeting Development Authority of Bainbridge and Decatur County
The Development Authority of Bainbridge and Decatur County will hold their Board of Directors Meeting on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at noon in the City Council Chambers at Bainbridge City Hall, located at 101 South Broad Street Bainbridge, Georgia 39819. If information is needed, please call Dyann Howell (229.246.4774) The post Notice of Board of Directors Meeting Development Authority of Bainbridge and Decatur County appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
BHS welcomes Cody Kremer, new baseball and tight end football coach
The Bearcat Dugout Club met at the BHS cafeteria Monday afternoon, where parents and players were given an opportunity to meet the new interim baseball coach. Cody Kremer was originally from Orlando, Florida, and after graduating from Troy University, got his start in coaching at Lee County High School with freshman defensive back football, and […] The post BHS welcomes Cody Kremer, new baseball and tight end football coach appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Judge hears Safer Human Medicine’s motion to intervene in citizen lawsuit
Parties representing local government bodies, citizens, and Safer Human Medicine met in the Decatur County Courthouse Tuesday morning for a motion hearing. Specifically, it was a hearing regarding Safer Human Medicine’s motion to intervene in the lawsuit filed by citizens against the local government for alleged violations of the Open Meetings Act. The legal representative […] The post Judge hears Safer Human Medicine’s motion to intervene in citizen lawsuit appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Bainbridge Recreation Adult Soccer championship set for Tuesday, youth soccer camp this month
The Bainbridge Rec Soccer season is coming to a close, with the championship match scheduled for this Tuesday evening. Barrios & Sons CD triumphed over Sunday League in the semifinals to advance, while Sarmiento’s Service & Maintenance beat Purple Rain, 5-3. Sarmiento’s will face off against Barrios at 7:00 PM Tuesday evening. With adult rec […] The post Bainbridge Recreation Adult Soccer championship set for Tuesday, youth soccer camp this month appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Decatur County Board of Education- Agenda, July 18, 2024
Call to Order … Keith Lyle Invocation … Winston Rollins Adoption of Agenda … Keith Lyle Approval of Minutes… Keith Lyle Special Recognition & Presentations: Georgia Distinguished Coaches Public Participation … Keith Lyle Information Items: Administrative Services Report … Supt. English Supt. Informational Items Financial/Nutritional Report ACTION ITEMS: Tab1. Recommend Approval of Local Board Training Plan […] The post Decatur County Board of Education- Agenda, July 18, 2024 appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Decatur County Board of Education- Agenda, July 18, 2024
Call to Order … Keith Lyle Invocation … Winston Rollins Adoption of Agenda … Keith Lyle Approval of Minutes… Keith Lyle Special Recognition & Presentations: Georgia Distinguished Coaches Public Participation … Keith Lyle Information Items: Administrative Services Report … Supt. English Supt. Informational Items Financial/Nutritional Report ACTION ITEMS: Tab1. Recommend Approval of Local Board Training Plan […] The post Decatur County Board of Education- Agenda, July 18, 2024 appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
How Georgia players are being recruited and where they are going
It’s no secret that the state of Georgia has been a fantastic pool of talent for college recruiters. Travis Hunter out of Collins Hill, Will Anderson out of Dutchtown and Dylan Raiola out of Buford are just a few recent examples. But how is Georgia’s recruitment going now? Well, in short, you’ll be able to […] The post How Georgia players are being recruited and where they are going appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
BREAKING: Unidentified body pulled from Flint River
UPDATE: The individual has since been identified as 62-year-old Bainbridge resident Jeffery Bernard Little. It is believed by authorities that the body had been in the river days prior to being found. An unidentified body has been recovered from the Flint River. No information on the deceased’s identity or the circumstances surrounding the death have […] The post BREAKING: Unidentified body pulled from Flint River appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Georgia Public Library updates Zoo Atlanta Library Pass
ATLANTA, GA – Georgia Public Library Service is pleased to announce an update to the popular Zoo Atlanta Library Pass that cardholders can check out from their local library. All 410 public libraries across Georgia will now carry a Zoo Atlanta Library Pass in their collection, continuing the opportunity for all Georgia residents, whether near or far from Atlanta, to check out a pass to […] The post Georgia Public Library updates Zoo Atlanta Library Pass appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
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