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Solar Farms Face an Uphill Battle in Lexington. ‘Agricultural Economy at risk.’

Farming · Lee County

Solar Farms Face an Uphill Battle in Lexington. ‘Agricultural Economy at risk.’

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Companies want to build solar farms in Fayette County. Farmers want to protect their land. City council, meanwhile, must make solar energy laws.See the Story

In Georgia, sheep on a solar farm is not a baaad idea

Climate Change · Lee County

In Georgia, sheep on a solar farm is not a baaad idea

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

On a vast property in Lee County, in the heart of southwest Georgia, Tyler Huber raises sheep. As the flock grazes, the sheep need somewhere to take a break from the Georgia sun. “It is incredibly hot, the sun is just unavoidable, and the fact that they’ve got shade every fifteen feet out here — it’s just the ideal environment, to have shade so close,” he said on a recent hot day. Sheep rely on solar panels for shade and shelter at the DeSoto S…See the Story

Solar Power’s Role in the Future of Farmland

Property · Lee County

Solar Power’s Role in the Future of Farmland

On a vast property in Lee County, in the heart of southwest Georgia, Tyler Huber raises sheep. As the flock grazes, the sheep need somewhere to take a break from the Georgia sun and solar panels provide the perfect shaded area, demonstrating solar power’s role in the future of farmland. “It is incredibly hot, the sun is just unavoidable, and the fact that they’ve got shade every 15 feet out here — it’s just the ideal environment, to have shade s…Read Article

Luke Bryan Siblings: Remembering Kelly and Christopher Daniel Bryan - Kahawatungu

Luke Bryan, born Thomas Luther Bryan on July 17, 1976, in Leesburg, Georgia, is an American country music singer, songwriter, and television personality. Raised on a peanut farm by his parents, LeClaire and Tommy Bryan, he developed a love for music early, influenced by country legends like George Strait and Alan Jackson. At 14, his parents gifted him his first guitar, sparking a passion that led him to perform in local bars and church choirs. A…Leesburg, Georgia · Leesburg Read Article

Virginia Magaline (Lee) Agan, age 87 of Leesburg

Virginia Magaline (Lee) Agan, age 87 of Leesburg, passed away, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, June 12, 2025. A funeral service will be held 2 PM Saturday, June 14th at Perry Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Scott Hosey officiating, burial will follow in Cherokee Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 12PM until the time of service Saturday at the funeral home. SourceLeesburg, Georgia · Leesburg Read Article

Juneteenth celebrations in Leesburg continue throughout weekend

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The event was just one of many Juneteenth festivities hosted by Georgia Roots and held from June 12 to 15.Juneteenth · Leesburg Read Article

Leesburg Approves Sewer Upgrade Project

During the Town Council Meeting Monday afternoon, Mayor Pierce told the Council the bids were opened on May 20th with $473,800 being funded by ARPA Grant Funds but the Town would be responsible for the balance of $32,271. The Council approved the measure. Police Chief, Hunter Brisendine gave the Council a quote for the Upfit price of the new Tahoe just purchased for the department. The lights… SourceLeesburg, Georgia · Leesburg Read Article

SOWEGANS SC announces partnership ahead of 2025 season

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The hospital will be the premier partner for the Leesburg-based team this season as well as a sole sponsor for two upcoming youth soccer camps.Leesburg, Georgia · Leesburg Read Article

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