SHEILA A. MATHEWS ::: The Spalding County Board of Commissioners on Monday voted unanimously to deny the application for renewal of a 2015 alcoholic beverage license submitted by Justin Wynne, the owner of Mama’s Country Showcase located at 2700 North Expressway. Wynne’s application request included the on-site service of beer, wine and liquor. During the […]
One Monday murder suspect in custody; two remain at-large
November 26, 2014 by Leave a Comment
STAFF REPORT ::: The Griffin Police Department has reported that Yohance Hines, one of three suspects being sought in connection with Monday night’s murder of 21-year-old Demarkis Willis, is now in custody. Hines was arrested and taken into custody Wednesday, Nov. 26, at the GPD. Officials say Hines, who had an active arrest warrant for […]
Three suspects of Monday murder identified
November 25, 2014 by 2 Comments
SHEILA A. MATHEWS ::: The Griffin Police Department has released the identities of three suspects in the Monday evening murder of 21-year-old Demarkis Willis, of 409 15th St. Investigators said numerous witnesses provided information which resulted in arrest warrants being obtained for Amahjea Williams, age 17, Cornelius Henderson, age 23 and Yohance Hines, age 18. […]
Griffin PD to obtain officer body cameras
November 11, 2014 by Leave a Comment
SHEILA A. MATHEWS ::: The city of Griffin tonight received a $10,000 donation from the Waffle House Corporation that will be utilized to fund a portion of the costs associated with equipping GPD officers with body cameras. The total purchase price will be $37,000, and the city Board of Commissioners on Tuesday unanimously approved the […]
Griffin Ballet Theatre to present classic holiday favorite “The Nutcracker”
November 3, 2014 by Leave a Comment
STAFF REPORT ::: Please join Griffin Ballet Theatre and continue to celebrate its 20th Season of dance with the annual holiday tradition of The Nutcracker. Join Clara, Fritz the Mouse King,and the Nutcracker as they dance their ways into your heart! This ballet features over 100 local, talented dancers from the ages of four to […]
Violin virtuoso Emil Altschuler to perform in Griffin
November 3, 2014 by Leave a Comment
STAFF REPORTS ::: In 2012, violin virtuoso Emil Altschuler performed in concert at the First United Methodist Church in Griffin. Emil’s brilliant technique and vigorous performing energy captivated the audience. Many of the patrons who heard Emil have requested that he return to Griffin. In response to these requests, the Griffin Area Concert Association is […]
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