GNB Update

Here's what's happening on the "Hyperlocal Wednesday" before the 4th of July...on GNB...

What is the "Alvin Greene Effect"? Click here for the answer...

The Warner Robins Patriot has a report on a city councilman's constant run-ins with the law...

and Albany Technical College is literally "topping off" its newest building...click here for more details...

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GNB Update

Here's what's happening for Monday on GNB...

A shake-up in the Georgia governor's race. Peach Pundit reports that independent candidate Ray Boyd withdrew his bid to become Governor over the weekend. Boyd decided to run as an independent after he refused to a sign an oath to run on the Republican ticket.

Two middle Georgia high schools get federal grants. Macon.com reports that Westside High School will receive a grant of $1.7 million. The money will be used to help buy iPods, eBooks, and other technology for the new school year. Meanwhile, Macon.com also says that Peach County High School will get more than $5 million worth of improvements over a three-year period.

Good news for jobseekers in Columbus. Ledger-Enquirer.com reports that Kysor/Warren is expanding its operations in the Chattahoochee Valley. The expansion by the refigeration manufacturing company will create 200 new jobs in the Fountain City. The lease lasts for 10 years.

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GNB Update

It's time for another "Hyperlocal Wednesday" on GNB...Here's what's worth reading...

Read more on why on a Warner Robins city councilman is denying allegations that he threw out his cell phone...

a southwest Georgia blogger on why an Albany lawyer should face prosecution...

and Theatre Albany is preparing to kick off its 78th season. See which shows will get it started here.

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GNB Update

Here's what's happening for Tuesday on GNB...

An investigation into a gubernatorial candidate's ethics gets stopped cold. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has more on this story.

The Daily Tribune News has more on why a northwest Georgia restaurant will close its doors at the end of this month...

and shoppers in one southwest Georgia town are saying goodbye to their local Wal-Mart...The Albany Herald has details on why it's closing up shop...

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GNB EXTRA--More on the new Miss Georgia

Christina McCauley says being crowned Miss Georgia 2010 in Columbus Saturday night was an "incredible" moment. Click here to find out why.

GNB EXTRA--Miss Georgia Pageant Final Wrap-up

Here's a summary of coverage from Saturday's finale of the 2010 Miss Georgia Pageant...

WTVM

WRBL

Ledger-Enquirer.com

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GNB EXTRA--Miss Georgia Pageant 2010--Final Results

In case you missed the outcome, here are the final results of the 2010 Miss Georgia and Miss Georgia's Outstanding Teen Pageants, respectively, on Saturday night in Columbus.

Miss Georgia's Outstanding Teen

Fourth runner-up: Tara Lynn Steele (Cobb County)

Third runner-up: Meagan Sharp (Troup County)

Second runner-up: Julia Martin (Columbus)

First runner-up: Maggie Bridges (Southern Heartland)

Miss Georgia's Outstanding Teen 2010: Camille Sims (Capital City)

Miss Georgia

Fourth runner-up: Michaela Lackey (Cherokee Rose)

Third runner-up: Casy Walker (Cobb County)

Second runner-up: Laura Stone (Atlanta)

First runner-up: Jamie Kelton (Capital City)

Miss Georgia 2010: Christina McCauley (Southern Heartland)

GNB EXTRA--Miss Georgia Pageant 2010: Friday Preliminary Results

Three nights down, one to go in the 2010 Miss Georgia Pageant! Here are the results from Friday night's preliminaries.

Miss Georgia's Outstanding Teen

Fitness: Camille Sims (Capital City)

Evening Wear: Amelia Hunt (Acworth)

Talent: Tara Lynn Steele (Cobb County)

Miss Georgia

Swimsuit: Briana Jewett (Rome)

Evening Wear: Laura Stone (Atlanta)

Talent: Christina McCauley (Southern Heartland)

More information: http://www.missga.org

Click here for the Miss Georgia Blog

GNB EXTRA--Repeat at Miss Georgia 2010

The same contestants that scored preliminary wins on Wednesday night wound on top Thursday at the 2010 Miss Georgia Pageant in Columbus. Here are the winners from Thursday night's preliminaries.

Click here for a brief wrap-up from night two of the Miss Georgia Pageant, courtesy of Ledger-Enquirer.com.

Miss Georgia's Outstanding Teen

Evening Wear: Maggie Bridges (Southern Heartland)

Fitness: Julia Martin (Columbus)

Talent: Meagan Sharp (Troup County)

Miss Georgia

Evening Wear: Casy Walker (Cobb County)

Swimsuit: Jamie Kelton (Capital City)

Talent: Kristen Springer (Gwinnett County)

More information: http://www.missga.org

Miss Georgia Blog: Click here.

GNB EXTRA--Miss Georgia Pageant 2010 Preliminary Results--Night 1

Miss Georgia's Outstanding Teen

Fitness--Sydnie Chepnick (Columbus State University)

Talent--Camille Sims (Capital City)

Evening Gown--Julia Martin (Columbus)

Miss Georgia

Swimsuit--Kristen Springer (Gwinnett County)

Talent--Casy Walker (Cobb County)

Evening Gown--Jamie Kelton (Capital City)

More information: http://www.missga.org

GNB EXTRA--Miss Georgia 2010 gets underway tonight

Editor's note: "Hyperlocal Wednesday" will not be posted this week, in order to bring a "GNB EXTRA".

The 2010 Miss Georgia Pageant gets underway tonight (Wednesday), as 40 young women will compete for the titles of Miss Georgia and Miss Georgia's Outstanding Teen. Click the following links below to read more on the Miss Georgia Pageant.

Columbus Ledger-Enquirer (Ledger-Enquirer.com)--(June 13)

Columbus Ledger-Enquirer (Ledger-Enquirer.com)--(June 16)

Press release from Miss Georgia Organization

Website: http://www.missga.org

Click here for a photo gallery of the 40 contestants.

Click here for the Miss Georgia Blog.

GNB Update

What's happening in Georgia this Tuesday? Keep reading to find out right now on GNB...

Temperatures on the rise in middle Georgia. Click here to find out how the locals are beating the heat...

Reforming the elections process. Read how one candidate for Georgia Secretary of State plans to tackle that issue here...

Albany takes a big hit in tax collections. Find out how much money it will cost the city here.

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GNB Update

Here's what's happening for Monday on GNB...

Students at Macon State College will finally get to stay on campus. Macon.com reports that the four-year institution will take over management of a local apartment complex for the upcoming fall semester. Macon State first opened its doors in 1968.

Trying to make amends. That's what's happening at Columbus State University. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that 62 percent of CSU faculty members cast a vote of no confidence in President Tim Mescon in April. They cite sweeping campus reforms as a reason for not backing Mescon. But most students say they're happy with him.

Controversy involving an east Georgia school board. The Morris News Service reports that a lawyer fighting the removal of three Warren County school board members wants more time to look into the case. That move comes as new legislation is set to take effect next month. It would allow governors to remove school board members within 10 days of a school system losing its accreditation.

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GNB Update

It's "Hyperlocal Wednesday" on GNB...Here's what's happening...

Swainsboro Forest-Blade: City council looks at new housing

Houston Home Journal: Shaheen removed as Warner Robins RDA chairman

Bainbridge Post-Searchlight: Book signing in Bainbridge this weekend

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GNB Update

Here's what's happening for Tuesday on GNB...

A school police officer keeps his job, for now. The Albany Herald reports that the Dougherty County Board of Education voted three to one, with three abstaining votes, to allow officer Keith Frazier to stay on the payroll. His work was recently questioned because he didn't report any serious incidents to Dougherty County School Police Chief Troy Conley. Frazier could still face suspension without pay, or outright termination.

A runoff to decide Georgia's newest member of Congress. The Associated Press reports that Republicans Tom Graves and Lee Hawkins will do battle for the ninth Congressional District seat tonight (Tuesday). The winner will replace fellow GOP member Nathan Deal. Deal gave up his spot on Capitol Hill to run for governor earlier this year.

Governor Sonny Perdue says no to two state Senate Bills. Peach Pundit reports that Perdue vetoed SB1 and SB148. He says that a potential power structure from from the governor's office to the legislature was the reason behind the veto.

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GNB Update

Here's what's happening for Monday on GNB...

Albany Herald: Dougherty County employees get furlough days cut

Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Georgia pollsters get low marks in national ranking

Augusta Chronicle: Augusta State wins NCAA golf title

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GNB Update

Here's what's happening on GNB for Thursday...

The Lee County Chamber of Commerce is staying put, for now. The Albany Herald reports that Leesburg City Council members voted unanimously to keep its headquarters in downtown Leesburg. Chamber Director Winston Oxford told the Herald that no such move from the Leesburg city limits was in the works, despite reports saying otherwise.

All Georgia truck drivers must now wear their seat belts. That's the mandate statewide, as Governor Sonny Perdue signed the bill into law Thursday. The Associated Press says that the new legislation eliminates the truck exemption from the state's seat beat law. Georgia was the last state in the nation to have such an exception.

A new sewer plant brings hope to one northeast Georgia county. AccessNorthGa.com reports that the new facility could bring economic growth along U.S. Highway 29 and Ga. Highway 106. The plant has the potential to treat at least 50,000 gallons of sewage daily.

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GNB Update

If it's Wednesday, it means it's time for yet another edition of "Hyperlocal Wednesday" on GNB...Here's what's happening...

Albany State University picks its replacement as athletics director for new Dougherty County School Superintendent Joshua Murfree. Click here to find out who he is.

Outgoing Houston County Supertindent David Carpenter gave out one final diploma. See whom he gave it to here.

The North Fulton Amateur Radio League gets a huge honor. Click here to find out how they "hammed" it up.

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GNB Update

Here's what's happening for the first day of June on GNB...

Two key endorsements for a gubernatorial candidate. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that former Governor Roy Barnes earned those endorsements from former Atlanta Mayors Andrew Young and Shirley Franklin. Barnes is trying to win back the seat he lost to current Governor Sonny Perdue.

Governor Perdue puts his stamp on new water conservation laws. The Associated Press reports that the two-term Repulican governor signed that legislation into law Tuesday. The new rules will ban nearly all watering outside from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

A crumbling structure could soon come down in Albany. The Albany Herald reports that city commissioners voted to sue the owner of the dilapidated Heritage House Tuesday. In that lawsuit, the city will argue that the building is a threat to public safety.

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