Norton calls for GBI probe of sheriff’s office
A lone Grady County commissioner called for a probe into the Grady County sheriff’s office by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation Tuesday night, but he failed to gain the support of his fellow commissioners.Dist. 3 Commissioner Charles Norton, just prior to adjournment, made a motion authorizing Chairman Elwyn Childs to request the GBI investigate Sheriff…
Read MoreGround broken on new housing development
Grady countians with physical disabilities who have been challenged by barriers to independence within their own home may qualify to lease an apartment designed to eliminate those obstacles.Cairo-Grady County Chamber of Commerce ambassadors, business leaders, local and state government officials, and Goodwill Industry employees gathered at the Grady Cultural Center on Friday to celebrate a…
Read MoreHoliday open house at museum planned
A holiday open house you will not want to miss is coming up on Tuesday evening, Dec. 9.The Grady County Historical Society is planning a holiday party at the museum downtown that will feature a silent auction and lots of refreshments.Coordinators say the event is designed as a combination social occasion and fundraiser.The historical society…
Read MoreCairo moves into the playoffs
Syrupmakers face strong test Friday nightIt’s playoff time in Cairo, and the Syrupmakers are hosting Round One again this year. Cairo faces the number four seed from region 2-AAA, the Troup County Tigers. Cairo coach Tom Fallaw says don’t let the Tigers’ 4-6 record fool you. “This is not your typical fourth seed team, the…
Read MoreUnited Way benefit planned
Pine Park Partners, a land development company owned by Ron Hicks and Larry Elliott is sponsoring a free trail ride to benefit the United Way of Grady County on Saturday, Nov. 15, beginning at 9 a.m. Those who are not equestrian inclined can enjoy a hayride through the beautiful 500-plus acre property.The United Way for…
Read MoreNew telephone service now available
The City of Cairo’s new telephone service is up and running City Manager Chris Addleton reported to members of the mayor and council Monday night.Following in the footsteps of Thomasville, Camilla and Pelham, the City of Cairo is offering residential telephone service through its CNS Cable infrastructure utilizing Voice Over Internet Protocol technology.The city has…
Read MoreEarly voting opens Monday
It’s back to the polls! Just when you thought this election cycle was over there are still three important races yet to be decided.And to make it as convenient as possible you can begin voting early starting next Monday, according to Chief Deputy Registrar Phyllis Gainous.Topping the Dec. 2nd general election runoff ballot is the…
Read MoreFootball players sought
The South Georgia Warriors semipro football team won the 2008 championship and has been invited to attend the U.S. National Tournament. The Warriors are recruiting additional players to play in the upcoming tournament, as well as for the 2009 roster. The selection and roster will be made after tryouts being held on Saturday, Nov. 15,…
Read MoreCairo hits the road Friday
The Cairo Syrupmakers are looking to become only the fourth team in school history to complete a regular season undefeated as they travel to Albany Friday night to take on the Westover Patriots. Cairo teams in 1981, 1990 and 1994 all completed their regular season schedule unblemished. Cairo is currently 8-0 on the season.The Patriots…
Read MoreKey election officials to step down
Two veteran election officials have decided that this historic election cycle will be their last in their official capacities.Both Chief Deputy Registrar Phyllis Gainous and Clerk Helen Knight will resign their positions effective Dec. 31, 2008.Mrs. Gainous, who is the county tax commissioner, has served as the chief deputy registrar since June 2001, and Mrs.…
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