Americus Times-Recorder

22/11/2024

https://www.americustimesrecorder.com/2024/11/21/thankfulness/

I am not always a very thankful person. It’s quite easy for me to try and constantly improve, or at least think about all the ways I could constantly improve. But a lot has been given to me to be thankful for. I am thankful for a Mom who inspired a love of reading, which […]

22/11/2024

https://www.americustimesrecorder.com/2024/11/21/americus-downtown-goers-share-what-they-are-thankful-for/

Several people in the Americus Downtown shared what they are thankful for ahead of Thanksgiving. Dana Creswell told what he was thankful for. “Most of all, just each day is a new day of learning.” He also told how he enjoyed walks. “All the sights and sounds, the birds, just everything.” Cre...

22/11/2024

https://www.americustimesrecorder.com/2024/11/21/mayors-prayer-breakfast-held-at-calvary-episcopal-church/

The Mayors’ prayer breakfast was held at Calvary Episcopal on November 21, and was hosted by the Sumter Area Ministerial Association. Mayor Lee Kinnamon, Mayor Brandon Gross, and Mayor Joey Recker were all in attendance. Sheriff Eric Bryant said the blessing. Pastor Geri Nelson thanked the Calvary...

21/11/2024

Joshua Gibson (middle), with jail operations, was recognized for 20 years of service by the Sumter County Board of Commissioners on November 19.

21/11/2024

Timothy Estes (left), Parks and Recreation Director, was recognized for 30 years of service by the Sumter County Board of Commissioners on November 19.

21/11/2024

Michael Hernandez (right) with the Sheriff’s Office, was recognized for 15 years of service by the Sumter County Board of Commissioners on November 19.

21/11/2024

https://www.americustimesrecorder.com/2024/11/20/county-commissioners-approve-hiring-of-new-county-administrator/

The Sumter Count Board of Commissioners met November 19. The Board held employee recognitions. Timothy Estes, Parks and Recreation Director, was recognized for 30 years of service. Joshua Gibson, with jail operations, was recognized for 20 years of service. Michael Hernandez, with the Sheriff’s Of...

20/11/2024

https://www.americustimesrecorder.com/2024/11/20/county-commissioners-discuss-changes-to-fire-fees/

During the November 19 County Commissioners, meeting, there was a discussion of proposed changes to fire fees. Interim County Administrator Douglas Eaves addressed the Board. “There’s been some court cases looking at the way fees are structured. The way our fees are structured, as a flat base fe...

20/11/2024

https://www.americustimesrecorder.com/2024/11/20/school-board-town-hall-meeting-hears-citizen-input-on-use-of-the-old-high-school-at-805-harold-avenue

The Sumter County Board of Education held a town hall meeting to hear citizen input on the future of the old high school at 805 Harold Avenue. Superintendent Walter Knighton told how the Board of Education had already heard several proposed uses. One was the Center for Innovation and Prosperity by f...

20/11/2024

SAMA press release

“The public is invited to the “2024 Mayors Prayer Breakfast” on Thursday, November 21st from 9:00am-11:30am at Calvary Episcopal Church at 408 S Lee Street, Americus, Ga.

We have five Mayors serving in Sumter County and this day will be an opportunity for you to meet them all! The event is sponsored by The Sumter Area Ministerial Association (SAMA).

Our Keynote Speaker is The Reverend Doctor Bertice Berry, of Savannah. Dr. Berry will address our residents with “The Power of Loving Our Neighbor!”

Sociologist, Bertice Berry, PhD. is, a best-selling author and award winning lecturer has been named Comedian of The Year, Lecturer of the Year and Entertainer of the Year. She has published 11 best-selling books in both fiction and non-fiction and has won numerous awards and accolades for both her writing and presentations.”

20/11/2024

https://www.americustimesrecorder.com/2024/11/19/americus-couple-who-both-survived-cancer-will-light-phoebe-sumter-lights-of-love-tree/

Scott and Sherry Ivey’s wonderful life together began more than 40 years ago when they met as students at Georgia Southwestern. In the years since, they raised three children, spent decades as members of Americus First Baptist Church and built a strong connection to the community they love. One th...

20/11/2024

https://www.americustimesrecorder.com/2024/11/19/down-town-development-authority-discusses-use-of-old-school-building-on-jackson-street/

The Down Town Development authority discussed the use of the old Furlow School building on Jackson Street. Kirby Glaze, with 4 PM, Public-Private Partnership Project Management incorporated, addressed the DDA. Glaze stated the building was still structurally salvageable. He stated it also should be....

20/11/2024

https://www.americustimesrecorder.com/2024/11/19/ascmrc-updates-on-rehabilitation-of-the-americus-colored-hospital-building/

As promised in the first edition of our Community Newsletter, the ASCMRC will continue to inform and empower you with current updates on the progress of the rehabilitation of the Americus Colored Hospital Building. The first phase in now complete which involved the critical work of stabilizing the b...

20/11/2024

There is a proposed 3 mill increase for properties in the City of Americus.

19/11/2024

Sgt. John Harty was recently recognized by the Lions Club and the City of Plains for his tireless dedication to the community.

"It was a great honor to introduce the Lion of the Year receipient Sgt. John Harty. Sgt. Harty exemplifies the qualities that lie at the very heart of this award: leadership, dedication, service to his community, honor, integrity and hard work.

Throughout his career, Sgt. Harty has demonstrated unwavering commitment, not only through his professional achievement but also through his steadfast dedication to supporting and up lifting those around him. His actions reflect a deep sense of responsibility and a genuine drive to make a difference, whether in the line of duty or within his community.

Sgt. Harty is a true role model who continually inspires those he leads and serves, setting a standard of excellence that benefits us all. Please join us in celebrating Sgt. John Harty's outstanding contributions and in congratulating him as the recipient of the Lion of the Year Award!"

18/11/2024

Sumter County Board of Education town hall meeting to hear citizen input on the use of the old high school part 2.

18/11/2024

Sumter County Board of Education town hall meeting to hear citizen input on the use of the old high school part 1.

18/11/2024