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In a press release Thursday, Georgia DOT officials revealed that due to its condition, the 1962-built bridge “had posted vehicle weight limits.”
A Colquitt couple is behind bars in connection with the abuse of their infant daughter.
The declaration includes dozens of Georgia counties, including 17 in South Georgia.
MCSO said these incidents included personal property stolen from vehicles and irrigation wire theft.
In the days immediately following the incident, the man's restaurant temporarily closed as friends, family and customers gathered for a prayer circle in his honor.
Creek Durden maintains perfect grades while playing varsity football and baseball, volunteers throughout the community
Pirates teammates to continue playing together at college level
If you get a call like this, you should hang up immediately and report it to authorities.
Rogers’ attorneys filed a motion with the Georgia Supreme Court to overturn his life sentence based on claims that “the evidence was insufficient...to support his convictions because he acted in self-defense.”
Officials are investigating an altercation that broke out following a girls basketball game between Miller County and Mitchell County.
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Heads up for drivers in Miller County, Bellview Road will be closed for about the next 150 days.
The road has been reopened.
Officials are asking the community to keep Deputy Brandon Simpson, Volk’s handler and partner, in their thoughts and prayers.
In the heart of downtown Colquitt, known as the “Mural City”, a new mural is making more than just a visual impact.
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger will visit South Georgia on Monday, Sept. 22.
On Thursday morning, members of the Survival Flight Team honored a man who was also a paramedic.
It is estimated that about 500,000 gallons of untreated wastewater were discharged into the open ditch that runs into Spring Creek.
The City of Colquitt is remembering the life and legacy of James “Jimmy” Clark Phillips, Jr., a beloved community leader who passed away.
Georgia counties could spend $10 million only to have decisions made by fewer than 1% of the state's 7.4 million active registered voters.
The Colquitt Police Department has taken to social media to warn drivers of an upcoming road closure.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has launched an investigation into a reported sex offense involving a 15-year-old Miller County High School student.
To ensure a smooth transition and to give motorists time to adjust, the Colquitt Police Department will enforce the new regulations with a 60-day grace period.
Member are encouraged to attend the drive-thru annual meeting scheduled for April 18, 2025.
The upgrades represent a proactive step toward ensuring peace of mind for everyone at Miller County Schools.
The suspect is facing an aggravated assault charge.
The Colquitt Police Department (CPD) has located 13-year-old Hallie Richardson.
WALB previously reported that a child was hit by a car at around 6 p.m. on Hwy 91 S between Colquitt and Donalsonville.
A child was struck by a car and killed in Miller County Thursday evening.
The nine-month-long investigation ended with around 778 grams of suspected methamphetamine and 9,000 grams of suspected marijuana being seized.
There is no indication of any recent travel to Georgia by the juvenile, nor is there any indication there was ever a legitimate safety risk at either school.
Miller County defeated Marion County 45-8 in week 4.
In a statement released by the school district, a little before 6 a.m. Wednesday, the school district was informed of a threat made to its campus on Facebook Messenger.
Powell runs over defender and races in for the touchdown.
The offices will reopen on Tuesday, Aug. 6, at the regularly scheduled hours.
The man is facing several charges including three counts of theft by taking.
Two suspects have been arrested and another is still at large.
First responder Quentin “Kente” Carter has passed away.
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany is offering free 3-D mammogram screenings throughout May for those that are uninsured.
The shooting happened Saturday, April 13 at around 11:00 p.m. during a large party at the Westview residence in the 40th block of Westview Drive.
The tractor has been recovered, according to the Colquitt Police Department.
The Area 9 team serves the following counties: Baker, Mitchell, Berrien, Colquitt, Brooks, Cook, Decatur, Seminole, Echols, Lanier, Lowndes, Grady, Thomas, Miller, and Early.
Schools and districts were recognized based on participation.
Flint River Fresh receives grant award to help Disadvantaged, Underserved, and Veteran Farmers Develop U-Pick Farm Operations.
Georgia Power crews from Albany, Valdosta, and Bainbridge recently came together to provide upgrades to its grids in Miller County.
The death happened in April.