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Community

Troup County remembers LHS teacher Marcus Mayfield for his teachings on Auburn, Economics and more

The Troup County community is mourning a LaGrange High School teacher who died this week. Per his obituary, Marcus Mayfield II passed away on Wednesday ... Read more

by Iris Hersey, Saturday, February 5, 2022 8:00 am

Community

Camp Viola’s Dining Hall torn down; Principal Construction starts renovations

Many Troup County natives were concerned when they learned that a building at Camp Viola was being torn down. For many who grew up going ... Read more

by Iris Hersey, Friday, February 4, 2022 9:00 am

Community

Weekend ticket: ice skating in love, friends of Columbus State alumni, cookies and more!

If residents of LaGrange and Troup County are looking for things to do, there is plenty for everyone this weekend. From cookies to skating to ... Read more

by Iris Hersey, Thursday, February 3, 2022 3:00 pm

Community

Optimist Club honors three Troup County students with awards

On Monday, the Optimist Club of LaGrange hosted its annual essay contest which has been hosted by our local club since the program’s inception. Students ... Read more

by Iris Hersey, Thursday, February 3, 2022 8:00 am

News

WATCH: Gov. Kemp helps Kia Georgia unveil 2023 Sportage

With the help of Gov. Brian Kemp Tuesday, Kia Georgia officially unveiled the newest vehicle its producing — the Sportage. Read more

by Iris Hersey, Tuesday, February 1, 2022 6:05 pm

Education

Centegix badges integrated into TCSS yesterday; Steve Heaton explains safety measures and what they mean

Anyone in the Troup County School System’s Administrative Service Center Monday afternoon received notification of a drill regarding the implementation of the Centegix badges. “This ... Read more

by Iris Hersey, Tuesday, February 1, 2022 8:00 am

Features

From soldier to teacher: Teacher of the Year nominee transitioned from the military to a classroom

Jeremy Cross, the teacher of the year at Long Cane Middle School, still remembers when he first started dreaming about becoming a teacher during his ... Read more

by Iris Hersey, Saturday, January 29, 2022 9:31 am

Features

Hope Academy Teacher of the Year helps her students tackle serious subjects

Tishana Hines started her career with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and a job as a juvenile probation officer. However, she quickly realized she had ... Read more

by Iris Hersey, Saturday, January 29, 2022 1:30 am

News

City-passed UDO changes allow enhanced design standards for homeowners

The LaGrange City Council held its second reading regarding adjustments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) on Wednesday night. The UDO was an endeavor to ... Read more

by Iris Hersey, Thursday, January 27, 2022 12:00 pm

News

The Sock Hops to return to LaGrange this weekend

The Sock Hops return to the Troup High Fine Arts Auditorium Saturday to perform music from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. The event is sponsored ... Read more

by Iris Hersey, Thursday, January 27, 2022 1:30 am

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