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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 […]
Troup County Sheriff’s Office incident reports for the period ending May 9
Stalking reported on the 200 block of W Drummond Rd., West Point Accident reported on the 0 block of Greenville Rd. and Callaway Church, LaGrange Criminal damage reported on the 400 block of Jarrell Hogg Rd., West Point Theft reported on the 100 block of Ridley Ave., LaGrange Domestic reported on the 100 block of […] The post Troup County Sheriff’s Office incident reports for the period ending May 9 appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Tornado watch for Troup County
The National Weather Service of Peachtree City has issued a tornado watch in effect until 1 p.m. EST this afternoon for the 59 counties including Troup County. The post Tornado watch for Troup County 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 […]
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...
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...
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.
County seeks extra security for Callaway Stadium
The Troup County Commission approved a request to apply for a GEMA 2024 Homeland Security Grant during Tuesday’s meeting. The funding would go to security systems for Callaway Stadium if awarded. The total grant amount is $39,540, with no match required by the county. The money would go towards two Ceia Opengate Weapons Detection Systems, […] The post County seeks extra security for Callaway Stadium appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Funeral arrangements announced for former District Attorney Stacey Jackson
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Funeral arrangements have been announced for District Attorney Stacey Jackson. A public viewing will be held on Wednesday, May 15, from 4 - 6 p.m. at Hill Watson Funeral Home on Hamilton Road in Columbus. The viewing will be followed by a special service from 6-7 held by his fraternity members - Omega Psi Phi.
Wetumpka rodeo draws nearly 5,000 over weekend
Some of the best bulls, broncs and competitors in the International Professional Rodeo Association and Southeastern Professional Rodeo Association descended upon the dirt of Wetumpka this weekend. Bubba Oubre from Lagrange, Georgia, recently voted as Stock Contractor of the Year, served as the rodeo’s stock contractor. Multiple top cowboys,...
Callaway Gardens to host the Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard Tournament
PINE MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WRBL)— The 64th Annual Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard Tournament is making a splash at Robin Lake on Memorial Day weekend. The tournament, which began at Callaway in 1959, features athletes competing in waterboarding and skiing competition in order to be crowned a Masters Champion. The event will take place over the […]
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