Copeland Sentenced to Life
Talbot County resident Semaj Copeland was sentenced to life in prison with a possibility of parole in the murder of Manchester High student athlete Daryus Bryant on Thursday, July 23 in Muscogee County Superior Court.
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Looking for Answers Through My Car Window
It’s not often I take time for myself. I’m always busy working, or cutting grass, or just whatever needs being done, so those moments for myself are rare. Recently I was able to take one of those moments. It has been a while since I visited Harris County, where I grew up. I had to visit the county to do some work for the newspaper. While I was doing that, I managed to take a few minutes for myself and do some remembering.
Qualifying for BOE Seat Begins
Qualifying dates have been set to fin the unexpired term of Nikki Waller, the District 4 representative on the Talbot County Board of Education, according to Elections Supervisor Sharita Trice.
Vote to Decide SPLOST Tax Fate
When Talbot County voters go to the polls on Nov. 3, they will be asked to pass a one percent Special Purpose Local Option Sales and Use Tax, which is actually an extension of the current sales tax already being collected.
Let’s Keep Sportsmanship in Mind This Season
In small towns and rural counties, high school and youth sports are a big deal. The competitions are normally attended well and cheers from the crowd can help motivate the competitors on the field. When all is said and done and the game comes to an end what could be the most important thing for players and fans that happened during the event?
Talbot Schools Adopt Mandated Distraction-Free Learning Policy
Talbot County Schools, like all other systems throughout the state, have adopted, due to the state mandate, a distraction free learning policy. “The goal by the school system is to create a safe, respectful, distraction-ree school day that keeps students focused on learning,” according to school officials.
I Still Have Some Concerns With Georgia House Bill 1009
If you normally read my column, you might remember a column I wrote in March stating my concerns with HB 1009. The law goes into effect next school year but the question remains what affect will it have on administrators and teachers who are charged to enforce it. Or, at least it leaves a question in my mind.
One Person Dead, One Charged With Murder
One person is dead and another is in custody and facing a murder charge after a shooting incident in Manchester on Sunday. According to reports from the Manchester Police Department, the incident occurred around 2:32 p.m. Sunday. According to the report, Manchester Police officers responded to the 500 block of Martin Luther King Drive regarding a reports of a person being shot.
Callaway High to Get Fine Arts Center
Callaway High School will have a new Performing Arts Center. Troup County Superintendent Rachel Hazel recommended the Board of Education approve the construction by J&R Construction and Development during a meeting on Monday, June 22. The maximum cost of the construction would be $19,169,555.
GBI Investigating Shooting Incident
At the request of the Meriwether County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Monday, June 29.