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UPDATE to story: Lakeland Post Office Faces Extended Closure Amid Repair Delays
UPDATE: While no official statement has been released by any agency or organization, recent visual observations at the Lakeland Post Office suggest that some activity may be underway. Interior lights—which had previously remained off—are now illuminated, and several large mail sorting and transport bins have appeared on the back loading dock, where none were previously…
Read MorePossible Questions Raised Over Potential Conflict of Interest Involving Lanier County Commissioner Susan Bowling and F&M Bank – Conflict of Interest Part 5
By Carol A. Gasser Moore EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the fifth in a series examining ethics and governance in Lanier County. The series spotlights potential and actual conflicts of interest involving elected officials. LAKELAND, Lanier County, Georgia – An overlap of responsibilities between private and public roles has drawn conflict-of-interest concerns for Susan Bowling, who serves…
Read MoreLowndes County Man Arrested for Stabbing at Local Motel: Victim in Medically Induced Coma Following Violent Assault on Madison Highway
By Carol A. Gasser Moore LOWNDES COUNTY, Georgia – A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a violent stabbing that took place over the weekend at the Travelers Inn on Madison Highway in Lowndes County. According to the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO), Tyree Peterson (39) of Statenville was taken into custody on…
Read MorePatch job ahead for Enigma’s main water well as city mulls permanent fix
By C.S. Carter Forty or more Enigma residents were present for Monday night’s meeting ENIGMA, Berrien County, Georgia – Enigma residents are waiting and hoping with crossed fingers that the city will fix a main water well before sand coming through a crevice in the well’s wall causes a collapse. For now, the city…
Read MoreLanier County FFA Shines at 97th Georgia FFA State Convention
By Carol A. Gasser Moore LAKELAND, Lanier County, Georgia – Lanier County FFA made a powerful impression at the 97th Georgia FFA State Convention, marking a week full of achievements, inspiration, and celebration. Throughout the unforgettable week, Lanier County FFA members immersed themselves in all the convention had to offer — from cheering at the thrilling…
Read MoreLanier County Students Host Successful Car Show to Support Career Programs
By Carol A. Gasser Moore LAKELAND, Lanier County, Georgia – On Saturday, April 26, 2025, the parking lot of Lanier County Elementary School transformed into a vibrant showcase of automotive excellence as students from Lanier County High School’s FCCLA and SkillsUSA chapters hosted a community car show to raise funds for their Career and Technical…
Read MoreLanier County Faces Rising Suicide Rates Amid Recent Tragedies
By Carol A. Gasser Moore LANIER COUNTY, Georgia – Lanier County, Georgia, is grappling with a concerning rise in suicide rates following two recent deaths that have deeply affected the community. In January, a man was found deceased, hanging from a tree in a rural cemetery in the northern part of the county. The discovery…
Read MoreConflict of Interest Current – Commissioner’s Georgia Power Ties Can Raise Possible Ethical Red Flags: Conflicts of Interest – Part 4
By Carol A. Gasser Moore EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the fourth in a series examining ethics and governance in Lanier County. The series spotlights potential and actual conflicts of interest involving elected officials. LANIER COUNTY, Georgia — Hank J. Smith, the District 2 Commissioner on the Lanier County Board of Commissioners, is drawing increased attention…
Read MoreLakeland’s Mayor Darsey suggested city consider developing a Porta-Potty Ordinance Amid Community Complaints
By Carol A. Gasser Moore LAKELAND, Lanier County, Georgia – In response to a growing number of community complaints, Mayor Bill Darsey suggested that the Lakeland City Council consider creating a city ordinance which would regulate the use of portable toilets—or “porta-potties”—within the city limits of Lakeland. His suggested suggestion appeared to raise the question…
Read MoreWarnock – Keeping Georgians Informed: Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock Mourns Pope Francis’ Death, Hosts Passport Services Day in Atlanta
By Carol A. Gasser Moore Washington, D.C. / Georgia — U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (GA) expressed deep sorrow today following the announcement of Pope Francis’ death, while continuing his commitment to serving Georgians through accessible federal services. U.S. Reverend Raphael Warnock meets Pope Francis in 2024 In a heartfelt statement issued from Washington, Senator…
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