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Lanier County Fire Truck Damages Lanier County Eastside Fire Station in Solo Crash
By Carol A. Gasser Moore LANIER COUNTY, Georgia – A single-vehicle crash involving a Lanier County fire truck resulted in substantial damage to the Eastside Fire Station late Friday night, May 9. According to the Georgia State Patrol (GSP) crash report, the incident occurred at approximately 11:17 p.m. at the Eastside Fire Station, near the…
Read MoreRay City Fire Rescue Responds to Multiple Incidents in April 2025
By Carol A. Gasser Moore RAY CITY, Berrien/Lanier County, Georgia – The Ray City Fire Rescue Department, a dedicated volunteer force serving the Ray City community, has been actively responding to various emergency calls throughout April 2025. While specific incident details for this month have not been publicly released, the department’s commitment to public safety…
Read MoreSix Arrested in Lanier County During Final Week of April: Charges Include Assault, Hit-and-Run, and Probation Violations
By Carol A. Gasser Moore LAKELAND, Lanier County, Georgia – The Lanier County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest Jail Media Report covering arrests made between April 28 and May 2, 2025. During this period, six individuals were booked on a range of charges, including aggravated assault, driving violations, battery, and probation violations. Below is…
Read MoreAlbany Police Officer Injured in Mt. Zion Garden Apartments Standoff; Suspect in Custody and Facing Multiple Felony Charges
By Carol A. Gasser Moore ALBANY, Dougherty County, Georgia — A police officer with the Albany Police Department (APD) remains hospitalized after being shot during a dramatic standoff at the Mt. Zion Garden Apartments on Monday evening. The suspect, identified as 25-year-old David Edmonds Jr., is now in custody and facing a slew of felony…
Read MoreLakeland Fire and Rescue Responds to Alarm and Unusual Power Pole Fire Incident
By Carol A. Gasser Moore LAKELAND, Lanier County, Georgia – The Lakeland Fire and Rescue Department released its latest activity report this week, detailing two recent non-injury emergency calls that demonstrate the department’s ongoing readiness and commitment to public safety—even when the calls involve unusual culprits like a neighborhood squirrel. April 4: False Alarm on…
Read MoreThomasville Police Launch Traffic Unit to Curb Speeding, Boost Road Safety
By Carol A. Gasser Moore THOMASVILLE, Thomas County, Georgia – In a proactive move to combat rising traffic violations and accidents, the Thomasville Police Department (TPD) has unveiled a new traffic enforcement unit dedicated to cracking down on speeding and reckless driving across the city. Launched this spring, the initiative arrives as warmer weather and…
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 MoreLakeland Police Respond to Multiple Incidents Including Domestic Dispute, Dog Attack, and Scam Investigation
By Carol A. Gasser Moore LAKELAND, Lanier County, Georgia – The Lakeland Police Department responded to a range of incidents between April 19 and May 1, 2025, according to newly released reports. The cases reflect the department’s continued efforts to address both public safety and quality-of-life concerns in the community—from domestic violence and scam prevention to…
Read MoreVPD maintains its commitment to public safety
By Carol A. Gasser Moore VALDOSTA, Lowndes County, Georgia – The Valdosta Police Department (VPD) maintained its commitment to public safety during the week of April 21–27, 2025, with several notable law enforcement activities. Arrests and Incidents Convicted Felon Arrested with Firearm On April 26, around 1:45 a.m., officers responded to a call about…
Read MoreAggressive 130 MPH driving on I-75 endangers everyone!
By Carol A. Gasser Moore MACON, Bibb County, Georgia — A Jacksonville, Florida woman is facing serious charges after a dangerous high-speed incident on Interstate-75, putting countless lives at risk. On Thursday afternoon, April 24, Bibb County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) deputies observed a white Jeep Cherokee speeding at 93 miles per hour. When a deputy…
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