Armed man nabbed by Sheriff’s deputies Friday afternoon
As deputies with the Grady County Sheriff’s Office were assisting Cairo Police with a manhunt for a murder suspect Friday afternoon, 911 dispatchers received a call that a man was waving a gun and threatening to kill people in the 2800 block of Ga. Hwy. 188. An argument between mother and son turned violent when…
Read MoreBoys & Girls Club Week to be observed April 8-13
Jackie Robinson Boys & Girls Club of Cairo-Grady County is inviting the community to join them next week to celebrate National Boys & Girls Club Week. The special celebration offers the general public an opportunity to experience the programs the Boys & Girls Club offers to children and teens in Cairo and Grady County. As…
Read MoreLibrary will reopen to patient patrons on April 11
After operating in makeshift locations for the last year, Roddenbery Memorial Library is closed this week as employees move back into the main building, which has undergone a major renovation. Updated lighting, new configurations of book shelves and an increase in “useable” space are just part of the overall revamp. “We’re very excited! And, we…
Read MoreCommissioners aim to protect local dogs
The Grady County Board of Commissioners is looking to join many other Georgia communities that prohibit the tethering of a dog. Grady County Administrator J.C. (Buddy) Johnson III, presented a proposed revision to the county’s animal control ordinance that would prohibit tethering of dogs in the county. The issue was recently raised to county officials…
Read MoreBlue Bistro, which helped feed community after tornado, officially opening Thursday
The Blue Bistro at Brasington Place wasn’t even open yet when they served their first meals. It was Monday, March 4, the day after a tornado whipped through Cairo, and although the historic home in the south central part of the city took a beating, it was still standing. Bistro owner/chef Jennifer Outwater was inside…
Read MoreAlleged murderer has been in trouble with the law before
The news Friday that Joseph Michael White had allegedly shot his own brother was a shock to Camilla Police officer and Grady County native Jared H. Evans. “I thought he (Joseph White) was still in jail,” Officer Evans told The Messenger this week. White, 31, has been charged with murder by agents with the Georgia…
Read MoreTax commissioner’s office to be closed multiple days in both April and May
Grady County Tax Commissioner Barbara Darus previously announced upcoming dates of when her office would be closed to the public, but on Tuesday morning she said there are additional dates the public should take note of. The tax commissioner announced the upcoming closure to the Grady County Board of Commissioners this week. In addition to…
Read MoreDr. Atwater named “Physician of the Year”
Cairo general surgeon Ronald Atwater, M.D., was named Physician of the Year at a recent event hosted by Archbold Medical Center. Dr. Atwater’s medical staff peers selected him for the honor, which is titled People’s Choice Award. He joined the Archbold medical staff in 2014 and practices at Cairo Medical Care. “Dr. Atwater is worthy…
Read MoreNew manned garbage drop off site slated to open next week
The new manned garbage site on Beck Branch Road will open for business next week, according to Grady County officials. The new attendant station, built by Cairo High School construction class students, has been delivered and put in place at the dumpster site in southern Grady County. Grady County Road Superintendent and Solid Waste Director…
Read More“Fashion for Hope” will be held at the Zebulon on April 13
In Nepal, a survivor of sex-trafficking sits at a sewing machine stitching together a dress. In India, a handicapped woman learns the ancient art of block printing. In Honduras, a single mom weaves pine needles and thread together to create bracelets. Today around the world, artisan groups can be found empowering their partners with dignified…
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