City leaders discuss ways to partner with Habitat for Humanity
Cairo Mayor Howard Thrower III, said this week he is optimistic about the opportunity of bringing Habitat for Humanity back to Cairo and Grady County. Following two previous meetings, the mayor invited Thomasville-Thomas County Habitat for Humanity Chief Executive Officer Richard Massa Jr., to the Cairo City Council meeting Monday night. Massa shared with the…
Read MoreCairo fans solicited to donate $1,000 to athletic program
This year Cairo High School football celebrates a milestone in its storied history. Cairo High School’s first season of football was played in 1922, so this year marks the centennial of Syrupmaker football. As the 100th season of football approaches, the program is facing huge challenges due COVID 19. Because of public health precautions, no…
Read MoreNew ordinance will give city council final approval on murals in Cairo
The City of Cairo is one step closer to having an ordinance regulating murals within the city limits. The first reading of an ordinance crafted in large part by Cairo Main Street director Alyssa Blakley was conducted Monday night at the Cairo City Council meeting. Cairo city manager Chris Addleton said the biggest question for…
Read MoreVolunteers hope to open Wolf Creek Trout Lily Preserve this weekend
The volunteers of Wolf Creek Trout Lily Preserve are hoping to open to the public this weekend, weather permitting. “If the weather changes, we will post on the Facebook page. Please check this page daily as we will monitor conditions and keep everyone informed,” states Margaret Tyson, volunteer. “At this time, the lower trail is…
Read MoreBrown reports on strong economic activity here
Due to concerns with the local cases of COVID-19, the Grady County Joint Development Authority is not meeting this month, but J.D.A. executive director Julian Brown reports that strong development activity is taking place in the community. “It is exciting to note that Nivel has started hiring for a second shift. They currently have 10…
Read MoreUptick in COVID cases in local schools is recorded
There were 18 new positive cases of Grady County residents in the last seven days, that’s one less than what we had the previous week. Grady General Hospital was down to just one covid-positive patient Tuesday, compared to three last week, and Archbold Memorial Hospital has cut in the half the number of such patients…
Read MoreGrady General Hospital recognized among top small hospitals in state
Georgia Trend magazine has named Grady General Hospital as one of the best small hospitals in the state, landing fourth in recognition. “To earn this more than once shows our long term commitment to quality and satisfaction for our community and our patients,” said Crystal Wells, Grady General Hospital Administrator. “It’s important to know that…
Read MoreEastside Elementary School nominated for national award
Eastside Elementary School is in the running for a national honor after it was learned late last week the the Grady County school had been nominated for the “Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase School Award.” “Capturing Kids’ Hearts” was created in 1990 by founder Flip Flippen in College Station, Texas. The program equips teachers, coaches,…
Read MoreHave you missed the signs?
A local non-profit organization is making good on its pledge to invest the proceeds of a recent fund raiser into new signage in the community. Locals may have already seen some of the signs, which have been erected. According to Margaret Tyson, chair of Ochlockonee River Water Trail, Inc. (O.R.W.T.), the non-profit recently designated the…
Read MoreCouncil OK’s bids for major water project
Three major loops will be connected in the City of Cairo’s water distribution system following action by the city council last week. The Cairo City Council voted unanimously to accept the low bid of $1,577,784.05 from Blankenship Contracting of Dothan for major water system improvements that add redundancy to the city’s water system. Chris Addleton,…
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