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Under the Gold Dome: Rep. Joe Campbell Sine Die Recap
Following the end of the 2024 legislative session, we shared a detailed analysis of the state budget, which is a constitutional requirement of the General Assembly. This week, we’ll look at other legislative highlights passed during Sine Die Week. These bills include historic tax cuts, safeguarding children online and prioritizing patient protection. Financial Relief for […] The post Under the Gold Dome: Rep. Joe Campbell Sine Die Recap appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Bainbridge Rotary Club holds golf challenge at country club
Rather than the usual meeting at the Kirbo Center, members of the Bainbridge Rotary Club gathered at the Bainbridge Country Club on Tuesday to participate in this year’s golf challenge. There were four categories for the challenge, those being longest drive, straightest drive, closest to the pin, and the closest putt. Multiple local businesses sponsored […] The post Bainbridge Rotary Club holds golf challenge at country club appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Bainbridge City Manager Chris Hobby resigns from position
Bainbridge City Manager Chris Hobby has resigned from his position, effective immediately. The decision was made public in a statement from Bainbridge Mayor Edward Reynolds released by the City on Friday, May 3. “The City respects his decision and expresses deep gratitude for his unwavering dedication and the considerable contributions he has made throughout his […] The post Bainbridge City Manager Chris Hobby resigns from position appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Arrest Reports, April 24-May 1
GA State Patrol Arrests Tamberly Ann Donato, Speeding, Failure to Maintain Lane, Open Container, Reckless Driving, Endangering a Child by driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs ($1,300), Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs ($1,300) Bainbridge Public Safety Arrests James Lee Alley, Probation Violation o/c 2nd Degree Criminal Damage/Simple Battery (no bond reported) […] The post Arrest Reports, April 24-May 1 appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
District Attorney Mulholland discusses budget issues with county commissioners
Members of the Decatur County commissioners met for their last meeting of April last Tuesday evening, April 23. The meeting opened with the invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the agenda. There was no public participation or old business to address. The only major item of new business on the evening’s agenda was a […] The post District Attorney Mulholland discusses budget issues with county commissioners appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Bainbridge Little Theatre preparing for “Mary Poppins The Musical” production this Thursday
The Bainbridge Little Theatre is preparing for its next major production this season, “Mary Poppins The Musical.” The theatre has previously put on the abbreviated Mary Poppins Jr. production for kids; this full production will have a runtime of roughly two-and-a-half hours, with intermission. Opening night is Thursday, May 2, and will run through to […] The post Bainbridge Little Theatre preparing for “Mary Poppins The Musical” production this Thursday appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Citizens move to intervene in Safer Human Medicine suit against Development Authority
The legal battles over the proposed Bainbridge primate facility continue. There have been some new developments as of late, one being a motion filed by citizens to intervene in the suit between Safer Human Medicine and the Bainbridge-Decatur County Development Authority. The citizens, consisting of June Faircloth, Chad Dollar, Lisa Dasilva, and Kristina Martin, are […] The post Citizens move to intervene in Safer Human Medicine suit against Development Authority appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Bainbridge seniors celebrate milestone 95th and 100th birthdays
This past weekend saw two Bainbridge residents celebrate milestone birthdays. Former city council member Luther Conyers celebrated his 95th birthday on Saturday, while Homer Murphy Jr. celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday as well. Both men are former veterans, with Conyers serving in Korea and Murphy serving in World War II. Conyers taught at West […] The post Bainbridge seniors celebrate milestone 95th and 100th birthdays appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Sons of the American Revolution chapter inducts new Bainbridge members
The Joel Early Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution inducted Ronnie and Terry Lambert of Bainbridge, Georgia, as new members on April 20. The Lambert brothers are descendants of Zoath Spooner, an American Revolutionary War Soldier. Shown in the photo from left to right are Neal Spooner, Sec/Treas, Lynwood Sheffield, President, and new members, […] The post Sons of the American Revolution chapter inducts new Bainbridge members appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Bearcat Tennis falls to Westminster in third round of GHSA playoffs
The Bearcats fell 0-3 to Westminster School in the third round of the GHSA 4A state playoffs. The loss ends Bainbridge’s season. “I’m just so proud of them,” said Bearcats head coach Xavier Bell. “ There was growth from everybody. From first match to last match, I can definitely say that there’s been vast improvements […] The post Bearcat Tennis falls to Westminster in third round of GHSA playoffs appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Ladycat Tennis falls to Westminster in third round of GHSA 4A playoffs
The Ladycats fell 0-3 to Westminster School in the third round of the GHSA 4A state playoffs. The loss ends Bainbridge’s season. “I’m just so proud of them,” said Ladycats head coach Xavier Bell. “ There was growth from everybody. From first match to last match, I can definitely say that there’s been vast improvements […] The post Ladycat Tennis falls to Westminster in third round of GHSA 4A playoffs appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Still Waters’ Stephanie Sorrelle addresses Bainbridge Lions Club
Members of the Bainbridge Lions Club welcomed Stephanie Sorrelle as guest and speaker for their late March meeting. Mrs. Sorrelle provided a brief overview of the residential program offered by Still Waters, and told of various other services made available by the Still Waters program. For displaced women who become residents of Still Waters, the […] The post Still Waters’ Stephanie Sorrelle addresses Bainbridge Lions Club appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Decatur County Sheriff’s Office swears in two new deputies
The Decatur County Sheriff’s Office has added two new members to the force with the recent swearing-in of Deputies Zachery Miller and Zachery Lowman. Miller is a graduate of Bainbridge High School as well as an Army Reservist, while Lowman previously worked at Bainbridge Public Safety for two-and-a-half years. “I joined in the Reserves so […] The post Decatur County Sheriff’s Office swears in two new deputies appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Kemp signs anti-squatting bill
ATLANTA – Gov. Brian Kemp signed legislation Wednesday aimed at illegal squatting. House Bill 1017, which the Georgia House and Senate passed unanimously during this year’s legislative session, creates the offense of unlawful squatting when someone enters upon the land or premises of the owner without the owner or rightful occupant’s knowledge or consent. The […] The post Kemp signs anti-squatting bill appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Rotary Club learns of farming trends from Dr. Paul Johnson
The Bainbridge Rotary Club met for their weekly meeting at the Kirbo Center on Tuesday. The guest speaker of the day was Dr. Paul Johnson, local dairy farmer, large animal vet, and owner of Providence Dairy. “This presentation is not necessarily about dairy farms, or farming in general, it’s about the changing landscape of American […] The post Rotary Club learns of farming trends from Dr. Paul Johnson appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Leo Hardy
Leo Hardy, a treasured soul, loving family man, and a veteran with a heart full of service, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2024, in Thomasville, Georgia. Born on September 25, 1933, in Ponce De Leon, Florida, Leo’s journey through life was marked by dedication, craftsmanship, and a love for the simple joys of nature […] The post Leo Hardy appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Carolyn Holder Livingston
Carolyn Holder Livingston slipped peacefully through the mortal veil on Sunday, April 7, 2024. Carolyn was born July 20,1937 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Arthur and Hilda Holder. An only child, she would spend her early years in Southern California before returning to Pennsylvania’s Bucks County, where she attended The Solebury School. It was during her […] The post Carolyn Holder Livingston appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Andrew Kenneth Cook
Andrew Kenneth “PeeWee” Cook, age 63, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Memorial Manor in Bainbridge, Georgia. Services for Mr. Cook will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 20, in the Cadwell Chapel of Cox-Ivey Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service beginning at 1:00. […] The post Andrew Kenneth Cook appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Mia Ranae Miller Harrell
Mia Ranae Miller Harrell, age 66, passed away at her home in Brinson, Georgia, on April 18, 2024. The family will receive friends on Monday, April 22, 2024, at the Cadwell Chapel of Cox-Ivey Funeral from 5:00-7:00 p.m. A private family service will be held at a later date. Mia Ranae Miller […] The post Mia Ranae Miller Harrell appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
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