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During a recent traffic stop, a man decided he would run from the police. It turns out it’s better to not run from the police. Two men were pulled over, one was cited for a minor charge and the other one is wanted by police for Obstruction and Possession of Marijuana Less than an Ounce. On Sunday, June 26, 2016 ...

LAGRANGE, Ga. (June 30, 2016) — WellStar West Georgia Medical Center has named Sue Brown, RN, BSN, CCRN, the recipient of the 2016 Mary Lynn Faress Award for Distinguished Service. Brown, who has worked at WGMC for 40 years, is the director of the Intensive Care Unit/Step-Down ICU. “Those who work with Sue describe her as a selfless, caring, fair ...

There are many wonderful things going on this time of the year. With the release of kids back into the world for the summer, things are happening all around and the fun in the sun has officially begun. Concerts, BBQ’s, parties, and attractions are all around. With the Summer officially here, it is almost time to celebrate our independence as ...

On Tuesday morning around 10:20 pm, officers responded to Cochran Drive in reference to several entering auto incidents. The homeowner stated they had seen an unknown, white male, inside one of his vehicles in his driveway. The suspect was confronted by the homeowner and his neighbor, but fled from the location. Troup County Sheriff’s Deputies and investigators, with the assistance ...

There were many smiles, claps, and congratulations at the City Council meeting on the night of Tuesday, June 28. After meeting with consultant Tom Berry, receiving applications from all around the Country, and narrowing the field down, there was only one real, true choice to become the next permanent City Manager for LaGrange. That duty will fall to the current ...

Police &Sheriff’s Reports The individuals listed have been cited/arrested/charged in Troup County. However, this is not an admission of guilt. All parties are considered innocent until proved guilty. • On Saturday, June 25, 2016 at approximately 10:23 am, Sgt. Summers, set up a road check on Colquitt Street near E. Greenwich Circle. At 10:40 am, Officer Bryant noticed a dark ...

Community Calendar • July 1st: Red, White & Blue Friday – Downtown La-Grange. Picnic, Concert & Free Movie event at Sweetland Amphitheatre. Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy a patriotic musical program by the Community Orchestra at Sweetland. Compete for the best decorated picnic table or enter the annual food eating contests. A free, outdoor movie will be shown. The ...