The county commission meeting on Monday was primarily concerned with mundane July 1 tasks. These included the appointments of board members, several resolutions, and leasing contracts. Yet, a noteworthy point stood out that captivated a number of citizens in particular those who live near the prospective. Launch of Rezoning Appeals Area Finally, commissioners heard initial...
When celebrating Fourth of July with fireworks, be mindful of Georgia’s fireworks regulations. Having knowledge on the acceptable times, places, and kinds of fireworks is essential for a safe and fun event. Fireworks Schedule in Georgia In Georgia, fireworks start at 10 a.m. and must stop by 11,59 p.m. daily, except on special days, Local...
David Wayne Stanley, a 59-year-old man from Cochran, Georgia, with a history of multiple bank robberies, has been sentenced to federal prison for a second time. The United States District Court for the Southern District of Georgia has handed down a sentence of 160 months in prison after Stanley pleaded guilty to a bank robbery...
The family of Skylar Adams, the 5-year-old girl shot by a Douglas deputy, wants the deputy fired and criminally charged. During a chase with a suspect, the deputy’s bullets hit Skylar in her arm. Lawyers Bakari Sellers and Ben Crump have stepped forward to seek justice for her. Details of the Shooting Incident The event...
The finished $35 billion Plant Vogtle scheme in Georgia, despite delays and exceeding its budget, stimulates backing for nuclear power in Congress. Georgia legislators maintain their passion for nuclear energy even after the state underwent one of the lengthiest and costliest nuclear schemes in U.S. history. The Achievement at Plant Vogtle In May, the buildout...
The City Douglas urges all residents to be cautious in their use of fireworks as July 4th nears. The times fireworks are permitted are between 10 AM- 9 PM, except for extended times from 9 PM to midnight on the 3rd and 4th of July. Using fireworks indoors, on public streets, municipal property or within...
Infrastructure Minister shares that the Horse tram line extensions on Isle of Man’s Douglas Promenade remains functional though it has started to corrode. The tram lines, stretching from Strathallan Terminal to the War Memorial as part of a £26 million project to rev the capital’s seafront, were put on pause in 2021 due to budget...