Callahan, Daniel to be honored Monday in state ceremony
Clayton County police Officer Sean Callahan will be recognized with other fallen officers Monday during annual ceremonies at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in Forsyth.
ELCA’s Cameron has pedigree, tools and poise to be a star
Sophomore outfielder leads Chargers into Class A private school finals this weekend
R. Kelly headlines Clayton’s busy Saturday lineup
Clayton County will play host this weekend to a popular singer for singing about the “Bump n’ Grind” while “The Bandit” returns to downtown Jonesboro Saturday.
Starr drops funding request
Housing authority debates nepotism
Housing Authority of Clayton County Executive Director Wade Starr asked the authority’s board this week to give $1,300 to a group run by his second cousin but pulled back after questions were raised about nepotism.
New 24-hour gym working out for southside
Nekisha Dickerson gave her personal trainer, Don Wisby, an exasperated look Friday when he jokingly asked her to do another set of leg raises at the end of their first training session at Workout Anytime Fitness.
Mixed-bag for citizens’ budget discussions
About a dozen residents and district employees turnout for the second of four public hearings on the Clayton County Board of Education’s upcoming budget.
Jonesboro son competes in Warrior Games
The son of a Jonesboro couple knows how an explosion, crash, gunshot, sickness or emotional trauma can push a someone to a place of unfamiliarity. And through the healing process, Paralympic sport gives many survivors a chance to prove anyone can overcome disability.
Man charged in alleged 2012 assault
It took almost a year but a McDonough man who police said fled after he attacked his sister and another family member has been brought back to Henry County to face charges.
Mrs. Barbara Ann Durden
Mrs. Barbara Ann Durden, 77, of Griffin, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2013, at her residence.
Mrs. Connie Gail Pope
Mrs. Connie Gail Pope, 59, of Jonesboro passed away May 16, 2013.
Attorneys argue appeal in Lampl case
Arguments in the case against former Morrow City Manager John Lampl were heard Thursday morning in the Georgia Court of Appeals.
Police force suffers from low pay
Police Chief Dwayne Hobbs told the Forest Park City Council Wednesday his best officers are being lured away by better-paying municipalities.
City likely to raise rates for ambulance service
Fire Chief Eddie Buckholts told city council members Thursday night his department may have to increase base rate charges for ambulatory service to help cover costs.
Man indicted in shooting
A violent offender who served time in state prison for drugs and weapons charges has been indicted for allegedly shooting another man in the groin.
Saturday is clean-up day in Forest Park
Residents are encouraged to come out Saturday morning to help clean up the north side of the city.
Students earn Water Environment Research Awards
SCHOOL NOTEBOOK 5-17-13
The Clayton County Water Authority Board of Directors recognized three students from Clayton County Public Schools for outstanding water-related science fair projects.
Smith is ELCA baseball's comeback kid
Senior pitcher has returned from Tommy John surgery to help Chargers reach state finals
PAGLIA: This ELCA team has the right ingredient
Chargers are on state championship stage in great to senior core
Lovejoy's Gates makes U.S. Army list
The new football season is still three months away, but three players from the Southern Crescent are already on the radar for postseason recognition.