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Commission approves pay increase for public safety personnel
The Troup County Board of Commissioners has agreed to provide significant pay raises to all certified public safety personnel. All certified deputies, including deputy marshals, ...
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Fiveash defends LPD after NAACP pressure
On Friday morning, the Troup County NAACP held a press conference on Lafayette Square in LaGrange to address their ongoing concerns with the Troup County ...
by Tommy Murphy, Tuesday, July 11, 2023 9:00 am
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County to vote on public safety raise and millage rate
On Tuesday, the Troup County Board of Commissioners will consider a potential pay raise for public safety employees. A discussion of public safety retention is ...
by Tommy Murphy, Monday, July 10, 2023 5:15 pm
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Disaster loan center opens in LaGrange for March tornado
Three months after the March 26 tornado that ravaged a community near West Point, Gov. Brian Kemp has requested an emergency declaration from the U.S. ...
by Tommy Murphy, Friday, July 7, 2023 7:11 pm
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Shift to temporary bridge on Hamilton delayed
Motorists are advised to be careful as roadwork continues at the bridge over Long Cane Creek on Hamilton Road (US 27). A planned shift to ...
by Tommy Murphy, Thursday, July 6, 2023 4:38 pm
News
County going after individuals dumping trash at locked convenience center sites
With the closure of the majority of the convenience centers in Troup County and the requirement to pay to drop off trash at the remaining ...
by Tommy Murphy, Thursday, July 6, 2023 1:49 pm
News
Gibbs talks bringing Nelly to Sweetland
Sweetland has announced rap superstar Nelly as a surprise final addition to its 2023 concert lineup. Sweetland Amphitheatre announced on Wednesday that Nelly will perform ...
by Tommy Murphy, Thursday, July 6, 2023 9:45 am
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New law to help those with special needs during emergencies
A new Georgia law went into effect on Saturday with the aim of providing first responders with the information that they need to handle individuals ...
by Tommy Murphy, Thursday, July 6, 2023 9:00 am
Community
New CASA director Shannon Lawson has a heart for children and vulnerable populations
With a career working with children and vulnerable community members, Shannon Lawson is a perfect fit as the new director of CASA. Lawson officially stepped ...
by Tommy Murphy, Wednesday, July 5, 2023 11:13 am
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Troup 911 sees higher call volume for fireworks
With the July 4 holiday falling on Tuesday this year, many have taken the opportunity to start the party early as evidenced by the snaps, ...
by Tommy Murphy, Tuesday, July 4, 2023 9:00 am
SportsPlus
How to Watch Towson vs. Kennesaw State on TV or Live Stream – November 29
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How to Watch SEC College Basketball Games – Friday, November 29
The Louisville Cardinals versus the Oklahoma Sooners is one of eight games on the Friday college basketball schedule…