Grady County brothers run over by alleged drunk driver
Grady County brothers tell police they were trying to stop a man from driving, but were run over instead. Three days later one was still in the hospital. The driver told police he feared for his safety and that’s why he fled the scene. The incident happened Saturday at 9:15 p.m. at 14 Fifth Ave.…
Read MoreUPDATE – Jeter withdraws
The District 1 Grady County Commission special election may also go down in the history books. As of Tuesday night, unofficial returns indicate a three-way run-off between Richard Jordan, June Duke Knight, and Earle Jeter. However, Wednesday morning Jeter unexpectedly withdrew. He was not available Wednesday afternoon to discuss his decision. Jordan garnered 179 votes…
Read MoreHISTORIC ELECTION
It was a history-making election in Cairo Tuesday as the city’s registered voters elected the first African-American mayor. Booker Gainor defeated Hansell Bearden 738 to 549. Veteran Cairo City Councilman Ernest W. Cloud Jr., also lost his bid for re-election. Demario Byrden defeated Cloud 151 to 133. The District 1 Grady County Commission special election…
Read More“Fall back” Saturday
It’s that time of year to enjoy an extra hour of sleep on Saturday night. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, Nov. 5 at 2 a.m., so set your clocks back one hour before retiring Saturday night. Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner Ralph Hudgens, Cairo Fire Chief Bill Schafer and Grady County Fire Chief Richard…
Read MoreGrady EMC election committee meeting Nov. 8 to discuss run-off
It could be December or later before the race for the District 3 seat on the board of directors of Grady EMC is decided. Grady EMC President and General Manager Thomas A. (Bo) Rosser Jr., reported this week that the EMC’s election committee has scheduled a meeting for Nov. 8 to finalize plans for the…
Read MoreClyatt attending first EMC board meeting since his election
Newly elected Grady EMC District 6 Director Gordon Clyatt will take part in his first board meeting of the co-op this afternoon and he said he is hopeful the board will support some of his initiatives. Clyatt defeated 33-year veteran director Robert E. Lee on Oct. 20 at the 79th annual Grady EMC membership meeting.…
Read MoreCounty commission candidates shared ideas at forum
The four candidates seeking the District 1 Grady County Commission post took part in a radio political forum Tuesday night. All four said they believe Tired Creek Lake is a worthwhile project, the foursome support, with certain limits, working to embrace motocross here and all but one are opposed to zoning in unincorporated Grady County.…
Read MoreDOT to conduct safety audit here
Georgia Department of Transportation officials have not approved the installation of a traffic signal at the busy intersection of Fifth Street S.E. and Fourth Avenue S.E. in front of Cairo High School, but they have agreed to conduct a road safety audit here on Nov. 8. Cairo city officials have requested the new traffic signal…
Read MoreFirst National teams up with Boys and Girls Club
For those in the market for gently used furniture, accessories and even two crystal chandeliers, First National Bank’s charity auction to be held Friday is a visit worth taking. First National has teamed up with the Jackie Robinson Boys and Girls Club of Cairo and Grady County and is auctioning off surplus furniture and more…
Read MoreCairo lady battles pain to complete half Ironman competition
Staying physically fit is not a problem for Cairo personal trainer Donica Williams. Working out, running and helping others with their own exercise has been a way of life for a long time for the 38-year-old. She has competed in triathlons, marathons, local races. She can run circles around most of us, but don’t ask…
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