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Thirstology awarded “Best Woman Owned Business” in Tifton for second year
TIFTON, Ga. – Showcasing excellence and resilience in the local business community, one woman owned business has secured top honors for the second year in a row. Thirstology, the esteemed Infusions and Wellness Lounge, led by Gerlana Vargas and Robin Stanley, have secured the prestigious title of “Best Woman Owned Business” in Tifton, for the second consecutive year.
Tifton official warns of phone scam impersonating police officers
TIFTON, Ga. (WALB) - The Tifton Police Department is warning residents about a phone scam that is targeting locals. Stacey Green, the Tifton director of communications, says the phone scammers targeted locals and even impersonated the police chief. “They have been contacted, via phone. The person was claiming to be...
Ben Hill County fugitive arrested in Coffee County
DOUGLAS, Ga. (WALB) - A fugitive out of Coffee County is back in jail after 15 months on the run, according to Douglas Now. On Feb. 25, 2023, Danny West, Jr., who was being held in the Ben Hill County Jail, escaped from a funeral in Douglas. According to Douglas...
Two Telfair County anglers reel in new state saltwater records
Georgia’s coastal waters have been kind to Telfair County anglers this week, with two individuals setting new state records for their catches. Jason H. Rich, 40, of McRae-Helena, reeled in a massive 23-pound, 15.04-ounce Almaco Jack (Seriola rivoliana) on May 2, 2024, while fishing offshore between the South Ledge and Navy Tower R3. This impressive catch shatters the previous record of 19-pounds, 10.53-ounces set by Hayden W. Mundy of Midway, Ga., just three months ago in March 2024. Rich, a licensed saltwater guide, was fishing aboard his boat "Slay Ride" and used a spinning rod with a vertical jig to entice...
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