Area News
Sheriff is chapped by loss of web
The Grady County Sheriff’s Office has been without Internet services for a week, and Sheriff Harry Young is fed up. Young says he is hoping a workman scheduled to arrive at the office today, Wednesday, June 19, will resolve the irritating situation. “I called Windstream and raised cain at them again,” says Sheriff Young, “I’m…
Read MoreStill no autopsy results, so Myers remains on paid leave
Cairo Police Investigator Johnny Myers remains on leave as the GBI awaits autopsy results of a Cairo man killed when Myers and others were attempting to bring him into custody last month. Steven Turner, GBI Special Agent in Charge, says he is still awaiting an autopsy report from the Crime Lab before he can close…
Read MoreLocal girl off to Columbus for state pageant
A rising sophomore at Cairo High School will compete for the title of Miss Georgia’s Outstanding Teen next week in Columbus. Sydney Lee, the 15-year-old daughter of Ryan and Malia Lee of Cairo and Angie Newmans will be in Columbus for a week beginning June 15. Sydney will compete as Miss Cherokee Fair’s Outstanding Teen,…
Read MoreIce cream social to benefit rescue
The public is invited to attend a Fundraiser “Under the Tent” to support Cairo’s Second Chance Animal Rescue next week. The ice cream social will include several activities including free dog washes by appointment, demonstrations by Mr. Scott, balloon artist, face painting and a sure to be popular “Puppies Zone.” Second Chance, located at 1960…
Read MoreThe Cairo Messenger is judged one of Georgia’s best newspapers
The Cairo Messenger was a big winner in the Georgia Press Association’s 2013 Georgia Better Newspaper Contest. The awards were presented Friday night at the GPA’s 127th annual convention held at Jekyll Island, Ga. The Messenger won second place in General Excellence, which is the highest prize awarded to a participating newspaper. The winner of…
Read MorePublic asked to participate in downtown survey
A survey to gather information about how we use and hope to use Downtown Cairo has been developed and public input is needed. The survey may be accessed by clicking here. There are several multiple choice questions and others that ask for input about what is already good about downtown and what opportunities are there…
Read MoreDavid pushes for more transparency in county finances
A report on the county’s financial status from its auditor Tuesday turned into a discussion about how county finances can be made more transparent. Vice Chairman T.D. David voiced concerns to auditor Tom Carmichael of Carr Riggs & Ingram about an apparent lack of information provided to the board. “Ninety percent of what we do…
Read MoreBonnie Masten recognized by Grady General Support League
An employee of Magnolia Place is the winner of this year’s Grady General Support League award for healthcare professionals who make a positive difference in someone’s life. At their annual May Membership Dinner, the support league volunteers surprised Bonnie Masten with the 2013 “Making a World of Difference Award.” Ms. Masten was nominated by Becky…
Read MoreCairo man allegedly made false claims against lawmen
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested a state worker who lives in Cairo for allegedly making false reports of crimes. Chris Cooper, 60, is charged in Grady County with two felony counts of false statements and writings and four misdemeanor counts of false report of a crime. He also faces charges in Thomas County,…
Read MoreNEW SOUTHSIDE PRINCIPAL NAMED
A public school educator formerly employed by the Grady County School System has been named the new principal of Southside Elementary School. Incoming Superintendent Lee M. Bailey announced last Wednesday that he is recommending to the school board the hiring of Janet Walden as the new Southside principal. Mrs. Walden is currently employed as a…
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