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ATLANTA – The House Rural Development Council, co-chaired by State Representatives Gerald Greene (R–Cuthbert) and Mack Jackson (D-Sandersville), will hold its next series of meetings on Tuesday, October 22 – Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Georgia Southwestern State University in Americus. The meeting schedule is as follows: An agenda and a live stream for this … Continue reading "House Rural Development Council to Hold Next Meeting in Americus"

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Public housing unit 9A, which was occupied by the Carters, was recently rededicated October 5th. The unit is on Pascal Street in Plains.CEO of the Housing Authority of Americus, George Edge, gave his reactions. “It was a very powerful moving experience.” Partners of the effort included The Rosalynn Carter Butterfly Trial, The Plains Historic Preservation Trust, and The Jimmy Carter National Historic Park.Edge talked about the impact of the event…

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Public Housing Unit occupied by Carters rededicated in Plains - Americus Times-Recorder

The Sumter County Board of Education met October 10. Superintendent Walter Knighton reported to the Board. “Our SPLOST collection for the month of September is $468,033.84, our Georgia Power bill, $60,997.95, we don’t have any bills that were recorded for Sumter EMC for this particular month of September.” He noted they had not come in yet. “Water sewer and sanitation, for the month of September is $20,770.25. City of Americus energy bill for Se…

Board of Education announces town hall meeting to hear citizen input on fate of old high school - Americus Times-Recorder

On November 18, the Sumter County Board of Education will hold a town hall meeting in the gym of the old high school at 805 Harold Avenue 31709. The event will allow citizens to give input on what the old Highschool should be used for. There will be ten slots for speakers, and those wishing to register should arrive at 5:30 pm. Each speaker will be allowed 5 minutes. Those merely wishing to listen should arrive at 6 pm. The post Board of Educati…

Board of Education plans town hall to receive citizen input for use of old high school - Americus Times-Recorder

The second Sumter County Youth Summit was held at Calvary Episcopal Church on October 10. Country musician Flew Smith provided live music at the beginning of the program. Carl Reid, vice president of Heart of Sumter which sponsors the event, talked about the importance of the Summit. “We’re doing this again, because there’s been an uptake in youth participating in violence. Just a few days ago, down Brandon, two fifteen-year-olds came out with a…

Second Sumter County Youth Summit held at Calvary Episcopal Church - Americus Times-Recorder

Press Release from the Americus Police Department On October 8th, 2024 at approximately 9:30 PM, officers of the Americus Police Department were dispatched to the area of Crawford Street and Douglas Drive in reference to a report of shots fired. An officer patrolling the area witnessed three juveniles fire shots and then get into a vehicle. He stopped the vehicle, and the suspects fled on foot. They were later identified and were detained. Offic…

Aggravated Assault Investigation - Americus Times-Recorder

On October 9th Fire Chief Jerry Harmon detailed how Sumter County Fire assisted in the relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. “I want to start by saying thank you to the citizens of this community, Sumter County, and surrounding counties, for the donations, the supplies.” He stated the response was overwhelming.Harmon gave numbers. “We’re not the only department collecting donations, and we’ve been able to take, probably in the nei…

EMA Director Jerry Harmon gives update on aid efforts after Hurricane Helene - Americus Times-Recorder

Americus Police Chief Mark Scott gave a presentation during the second session of Gov 101, on September 30th. He noted that while many think crime has increased in Americus, it has actually decreased overall. “We’re at 35 year low as far as actual crimes being committed in the City.” He stated it was twice as high in 2001. “Our crime numbers are actually very low compared to what they have been historically.”He stated that some crimes had gone u…

Americus Police Chief Mark Scott gives presentation during second session of Gov 101 - Americus Times-Recorder

The Republican Party has announced their 5th annual Rally and Low Country Boil. While entry is free, a low country boil plate can be purchased for $25 ahead of time, or $30 at the door. BBQ will also be available for those with allergies. The event includes a live DJ, dancing, beer and wine, and a silent auction.Speakers include Congressman Doug Collins, Minister Vivian Childs, Janelle and Kelvin King, Dr. Wayne Johnson (GA 02 Candidate), Georgi…

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5th Annual Republican Rally and Low Country Boil on 26th in Pelham - Americus Times-Recorder

A ribbon cutting for Ellabel’s Pizzeria was held October 15. Brooke Belcher is the owner and operator. Her husband, Brian Belcher, told how they had come to acquire the building, and how his friend, Joey Stephens, was the previous owner. “We kind of grew up together and knew each other.” Both went into business. “I opened Southern Automotive, which is a repair shop here in town, and he took this over from his granddad. So, throughout the years, …

Ellabel’s Pizzeria opens in Ellaville - Americus Times-Recorder

Belue, a Shetland Sheepdog, works on farm & teaches students  The Sunbelt Ag Expo has honored outstanding farmers from participating Southeastern states for 34 years. Realizing the special role farm dogs play in helping their farmers, this year Georgia Farm Bureau launched its inaugural farm dog contest to honor the four-legged workers who help with farm chores and offer unconditional love. Belue, a Shetland Sheepdog who lives in Sumter County w…

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