Police prepare for the worst
Shots rang out at Cairo High School on Monday afternoon when Cairo Police Department (CPD) patrol officers and investigators wearing protective helmets, neck guards and bullet proof vests engaged intruders in a simulated hostile takeover attempt at CHS.After receiving classroom instruction in the morning, officers and intruders carrying Glock pistols loaded with nonlethal ammunition played…
Read MoreAnnual football jamboree held
Hundreds of Grady County’s youngest football players and cheerleaders took to the field this week, much to the delight of their cheering parents and grandparents. It was the Fall Football Jamboree sponsored by Grady County’s Recreation Department, signaling the kickoff of the fall season.
Read MoreSyrupmakers snuff out Tornadoes
The Cairo Syrupmakers (3-0) picked up a big region win Friday night against the Monroe Tornadoes (3-2) 21-0 at West Thomas Stadium. Cairo’s win came against a stubborn Monroe defense that held the Makers to just seven points in the first half.”After our first drive, we didn’t do the things we needed to do. I…
Read MoreNew Hall of Fame seeks nominations
A group of local citizens have recently come together to form the Grady County Sports Hall of Fame. The purpose of the group is to recognize outstanding local athletes, officials and citizens who have made a major contribution to the sports tradition of Cairo and Grady County. ”There are a number of athletes in our…
Read MoreNew College Campus Opens
Open Houseis TuesdayThe newly completed Grady County campus of Southwest Georgia Technical College opened its doors to students Tuesday, marking the beginning of fall quarter. An open house to celebrate the completion of the buildings is scheduled for next week. The public is invited to the Tuesday event, 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. with an…
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