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Troup urges life jacket use after trio of drownings - LaGrange Daily News

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Troup urges life jacket use after trio of drownings - LaGrange Daily News

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In the wake of a third drowning on West Point Lake in as many weeks, county emergency officials recommend wearing life jackets — even for strong swimmers. Emergency Management Director Zac Steele provided information to the Troup County Board of Commissioners on the recovery efforts for the trio of recent downings on West Point Lake. All three appear to be tragic, unexpected incidents while the victims were swimming in the lake. The first victim…See the Story

LaGrange police searching for suspect in deadly dog attack

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LaGrange police searching for suspect in deadly dog attack

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Derrick Parker is wanted on charges of involuntary manslaughter, reckless conduct and allowing a dog to run at large. Parker's pit bull allegedly attacked an elderly woman on Friday, killing her.See the Story

LaGrange Church Member Accused of Embezzling $50K From Church

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LaGrange Church Member Accused of Embezzling $50K From Church

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A LaGrange church member is accused of embezzling over $50,000 from Broad Street Church of Christ and using the funds for personal expenses.See the Story

Marquis Rice funeral arrangements announced - LaGrange College

The Panther family was stunned to learn of the passing of student-athlete Marquis Rice, who lost his life in a tragic swimming accident during the July 4th weekend. A treasured member of the Panther Football team, Marquis displayed heart, intensity and commitment both on and off the field.Swimming · LaGrange Read Article

Educators attend Harvard’s Project Zero Classroom - LaGrange Daily News

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A group of Troup County educators recently participated in the weeklong Project Zero Classroom conference hosted by Harvard University, where they gathered with educators from around the world to learn about different strategies to engage students in in-depth learning. According to Rebekah Ralph, Troup County Schools’ assistant director of continuous improvement, Project Zero is centered around solving the mystery of what it means to understand …Harvard · LaGrange Read Article

County mulls joining LaGrange in brunch referendum - LaGrange Daily News

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On Tuesday, the Troup County Board of Commissioners discussed potentially joining LaGrange for a referendum to allow earlier sale of alcoholic drinks on Sunday mornings. Currently, both the City of LaGrange and Troup County only allow restaurants to sell alcoholic drinks after 12:30 p.m. on Sundays. Many cities allow the sale of mixed drinks and other alcoholic beverages as part of brunch menus, starting at 11 a.m. So in places like LaGrange, th…Referendum · LaGrange Read Article

CONTRIBUTOR'S VIEW - Dick Yarbrough: Junior E. Lee not bugged by polling firms snub - LaGrange Daily News

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I run for reelection every week. Even though the editors appreciate the fact that I am a dead ringer for a young Brad Pitt and am occasionally correct on the difference between affect and effect, they want eyeballs right where you happen to be looking at this moment. Otherwise, they might replace me with a series of columns on 50 Ways to Fold a Shirt. Or, maybe just leave this space blank and see if you will notice. Either way, it would require …LaGrange, Georgia · LaGrange Read Article

Revitalized Mulberry Street Cemetery to host grand opening ceremony - LaGrange Daily News

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The Mulberry Street Cemetery will hold a grand opening on July 24 to celebrate the completion of the restoration project, revitalizing the historic cemetery. The cemetery is home to more than 300 Confederate veterans and more than 1,000 unmarked graves believed to have been slaves. The cemetery is also the burial site of bridge builder, legislator and architect Horace King, a renowned 19th-century builder born into slavery. King had a remarkable…LaGrange, Georgia · LaGrange Read Article

Former Troup County Payroll Manager Charged with Embezzling over $500,000 in Government Funds

A review of the county’s payroll data showed that, between March 2023 and May 2025, while Wesleigh Gaddy was Troup County’s payroll specialist, hundreds of payments, totaling more than $500,000, were withdrawn from county funds for the purported benefit of more than 75 former Troup County employees. But those funds were directed to only three banking accounts, and none of the employees worked for the county at the time of the payments. The compl…Troup County · Troup County Read Article

2025 West Point Dragonboat Race - LaGrange Daily News

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Harmony House hosted its ninth annual West Point Dragonboat Race on Saturday. Here are some of the first pics. The post PHOTOS: 2025 West Point Dragonboat Race appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.LaGrange, Georgia · LaGrange Read Article

101 and Still Going Strong: An Art Exhibit - LaGrange Daily News

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