Crime within the community continues to rise and often it’s at the hands of people under the age of 18. The most recent arrest of three young boys 11, 15 and 16 have raised concerns in the Valdosta area.
Statistics from the National Traffic Safety Administration show that about 60% of car seats are installed incorrectly. That’s why Colquitt Regional is trying to eliminate potential incidents.
The company says it is expecting the layoffs to happen over an eight-week period and unemployment benefits, health insurance and other assistance will be available.
Albany City commissioners say the newest ward map made noticeable changes for one district. This map has adjusted to the population loss from the previous census.
“Our end goal is to try and intervene beforehand. To get the community support and find ways to address with our young people that there are better ways to solve disputes, than taking a gun and shooting each other,” said Mark Scott Americus Police Chief.
WALB’s Jim Wallace sat down with U.S. Representative Sanford Bishop, who represents southwest Georgia, to see how he is trying to help Georgia’s dairy industry.