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Americus City Council approves bid for four new entry way signs - Americus Times-Recorder

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The Americus City Council approved the selection of A Better Sign LLC’s bid of $115,503.20 to install four City entryway signs under the consent agenda for their July 24 meeting. The new signs will be located at the following sites: Highway 19 at Muckalee Park, which will be a two-sided sign, Highway 280 at Highway 27 Northeast Corner, Highway 19 North at Sunrise Drive, and South Lee Street at Tommy Hooks Road. The funding source is Public Parks…Read Article

Georgia’s Parole Board meets with Crime Victims in Americus - Americus Times-Recorder

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Sumter Historic Trust preserves home at 301 W. College Street - Americus Times-Recorder

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Built in 1909 by Thomas Harrold, the magnificent 6000 square foot Greek revival style home has fallen into disrepair in recent times. Honey bees and water rot have weakened the towering columns and exterior facade to the point that the City of Americus had to step in and shore up the exterior structure in order to prevent catastrophic collapse. Former owners, the Hendon’s, donated the home and land to the Sumter Historic Trust in December, 2024.…Americus · Americus Read Article

Pop-up fashion show at Windsor Something to Talk About - Americus Times-Recorder

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The Albany based, on-line boutique, Something to Talk About, hosted an elegant brunch and fashion show on Saturday at the Windsor Hotel in Americus. For $21.00 per person, attendees were treated to a sumptuous brunch which included menu options ranging from peach pancakes to sandwiches and salads. “Everything was delicious,” said attendee Rose York, “they really made you feel special.” The Collection, curated especially for plus size women, show…Fashion · Americus Read Article

Residents of Verandah Apartments see delays in AC repairs - Americus Times-Recorder

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Spider webs haunt the lobby of B819 like Halloween decorations a season early. It was one of many of the complaints by residents of Verandah Apartments that were voiced during a series on interviews on July 18. The air conditioning in Mary Edmonds’ apartment unit went out. When she first complained, she was told it wasn’t summertime, so it was not an issue. “When summertime came, they still ain’t fixed it.” Edmonds said there had been inspection…Halloween · Americus Read Article

Quiet blessings: a letter to the editor - Americus Times-Recorder

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To the Editor, In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to overlook the simple, profound goodness that surrounds us. Here in Sumter County, Georgia, I find myself increasingly grateful for the quiet blessings that make life truly good. From the gentle sway of the trees to the warmth of a friendly greeting from a neighbor, there’s a pervasive sense of peace and contentment that anchors our community. I’m thankful for the everyday moments…Americus · Americus Read Article

List of fundraisers approved by School Board during July 21 meeting - Americus Times-Recorder

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The Sumter County School Board met July 21. Superintendent Walter Knighton made a recommendation to accept the fundraisers for fiscal year 2025-2026. Fundraisers were submitted by each school for approval. Knighton said that the fundraisers were in line with the guidelines from last year. “Prior to the second semester, the school will come back to the Board to vote on fundraisers for the second semester.”School Board Member Vincent Kearse made a…Americus · Americus Read Article

Maranatha pastor Ashley Guthas seeks spiritual reconciliation amidst political division - Americus Times-Recorder

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As political division spreads across the nation, many churches are seeing a similar divide. As politics drives a wedge between friends and family, many denominations are splitting apart, often mirroring the fault lines in politics. Maranatha Pastor Ashley Guthas has watched the situation play out in the church. “I definitely think the political divisions are significant within many churches, and I think they have absolutely been at play at Maran…Immigration · Americus Read Article

Georgia's 2025 PSC runoff RLA confirms accurate vote count - Americus Times-Recorder

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Beginning Thursday, July 24, election officials in all of Georgia’s 159 counties conducted a hand count of randomly selected ballots as part of the statewide risk-limiting audit (RLA) of the July 15, 2025 Special Primary Runoff for Public Service Commissioner. The audit focused on the Democratic contest for Public Service Commissioner, District 3.The audit was designed to confirm the accuracy of the original vote totals. A risk limit of 5% was s…Americus · Americus Read Article

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Americus City Council approves bid for four new entry way signs - Americus Times-Recorder

Georgia’s Parole Board meets with Crime Victims in Americus - Americus Times-Recorder

Sumter Historic Trust preserves home at 301 W. College Street - Americus Times-Recorder

Pop-up fashion show at Windsor Something to Talk About - Americus Times-Recorder

Residents of Verandah Apartments see delays in AC repairs - Americus Times-Recorder

Quiet blessings: a letter to the editor - Americus Times-Recorder

List of fundraisers approved by School Board during July 21 meeting - Americus Times-Recorder

Maranatha pastor Ashley Guthas seeks spiritual reconciliation amidst political division - Americus Times-Recorder

Georgia's 2025 PSC runoff RLA confirms accurate vote count - Americus Times-Recorder

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Georgia’s Parole Board meets with Crime Victims in Americus - Americus Times-Recorder

Sumter Historic Trust preserves home at 301 W. College Street - Americus Times-Recorder

Pop-up fashion show at Windsor Something to Talk About - Americus Times-Recorder

Residents of Verandah Apartments see delays in AC repairs - Americus Times-Recorder

Quiet blessings: a letter to the editor - Americus Times-Recorder

List of fundraisers approved by School Board during July 21 meeting - Americus Times-Recorder

Maranatha pastor Ashley Guthas seeks spiritual reconciliation amidst political division - Americus Times-Recorder

Georgia's 2025 PSC runoff RLA confirms accurate vote count - Americus Times-Recorder