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The incumbents did well in the General Primary Election held on May 19 in Talbot County. Here is a breakdown of the vote.
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Former Warm Springs Chief Arrested for Misconduct
A former Warm Springs Chief of Police has been arrested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation on charges of misconduct in the department.
Aisha Al-Khalifa, 41, now of Grovetown, Georgia, reportedly turned herself in on May 15 following an investigation by the GBI of the Warm Springs Police Department. Al-Khalifa was charged with making false statements and violation of her oath of office while serving as Chief of the department.
The investigation began in June of 2024 when the Warm Springs Police Department asked the GBI to examine allegations of misconduct among then-current and former officers in the department. During the investigation, agents determined that Al-Khalifa had allegedly knowingly made false statements to investigators.
Al-Khalifa became Chief after an investigation led to the termination of the previous Chief, Emilio Quintana, and the suspension of every officer in the department under him in June of 2024. The actions were taken after city leaders evaluated recent events and growing concerns about the conduct and functioning of the Police Department.
The case is still active, according to the GBI, and once the official investigation is over the findings will be turned over to the Coweta Judicial Circuit’s District Attorney’s office for review and possible prosecution.
Al-Khalifa was booked into the Meriwether County Detention Facility after her arrest.
This Week in American History
The original Fort Michilimackinac has been reconstructed bases on archaeological finds. A British fort, it was captured by the Ojibwe during Pontiac’s rebellion by using a game of baaga’adowe, or stickball.
Incumbents Take All in Election
The incumbents did well in the General Primary Election held on May 19 in Talbot County. Here is a breakdown of the vote.
This Week in American History
The original Fort Michilimackinac has been reconstructed bases on archaeological finds. A British fort, it was captured by the Ojibwe during Pontiac’s rebellion by using a game of baaga’adowe, or stickball.
County To Receive More Funds for Roadwork
During the Tuesday, May 19, meeting, the Harris County Commissioners approved more repair work on county roads.
It was reported the county had been allocated in excess of $1.1 million in LRA, or Local Road Assistance Funds. This supplemental amount had not been anticipated or budgeted, and is a one-time allocation.
Murder Trial Continues in Bryant Murder; Talbot Residents Await Decision
A verdict of the three people accused of killing Manchester High star athlete Daryus Bryant is expected to come sometime this week after the jury couldn’t come to a conclusion on Friday, May 22 and reconvened on Tuesday, May 26.
The verdict was not avaiable at press time of this newspaper.
DID YOU KNOW …? Was a popular French fashion designer actually a Nazi spy?
Be sure you’re here next week.
Next week’s column is going to be one of the most special I’ve ever produced, because it celebrates something I never thought would happen.
No, I won’t share any hints beyond those, but whatever you do, don’t miss next week’s installment of “Did You Know ...?” because it’s going to be a very special one, one that took over nine years to create.
Be here. Same Bat-time, same Bat-channel.
UPI Reports Some Crazy Happenings
Readers of my column knows that I love to keep up with the news and with the weird news. UPI has reported some pretty interesting stories of late. Here are a few you might find interesting.
Ah, the Good Old Days … Back When It Made Sense
The world can be a frightening place. (As if you needed me to tell you that.)
But twice a day at least, I get to escape from it for a few minutes, back to a time when things made more sense. I’m referring to the times I get into my car and come to work or go home, and I spend that time listening to Old-Time Radio classic programs.
Former Warm Springs Chief Arrested for Misconduct
A former Warm Springs Chief of Police has been arrested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation on charges of misconduct in the department. Aisha Al-Khalifa, 41, now of Grovetown, Georgia, reportedly turned herself in on May 15 following an investigation by the GBI of the Warm Springs Police Department. Al-Khalifa was charged with making false statements and violation of her oath of office while serving as Chief of the department. The investigation began in June of 2024 when the Warm Springs Police Department asked the GBI to examine allegations of misconduct among then-current and former officers in the department. During the investigation, agents determined that Al-Khalifa had allegedly knowingly made false statements to investigators. Al-Khalifa became Chief after an investigation led to the termination of the previous Chief, Emilio Quintana, and the suspension of every officer in the department under him in June of 2024. The actions were taken after city leaders evaluated recent events and growing concerns about the conduct and functioning of the Police Department. The case is still active, according to the GBI, and once the official investigation is over the findings will be turned over to the Coweta Judicial Circuit’s District Attorney’s office for review and possible prosecution. Al-Khalifa was booked into the Meriwether County Detention Facility after her arrest.
This Week in American History
The original Fort Michilimackinac has been reconstructed bases on archaeological finds. A British fort, it was captured by the Ojibwe during Pontiac’s rebellion by using a game of baaga’adowe, or stickball.
Incumbents Take All in Election
The incumbents did well in the General Primary Election held on May 19 in Talbot County. Here is a breakdown of the vote.
This Week in American History
The original Fort Michilimackinac has been reconstructed bases on archaeological finds. A British fort, it was captured by the Ojibwe during Pontiac’s rebellion by using a game of baaga’adowe, or stickball.
County To Receive More Funds for Roadwork
During the Tuesday, May 19, meeting, the Harris County Commissioners approved more repair work on county roads. It was reported the county had been allocated in excess of $1.1 million in LRA, or Local Road Assistance Funds. This supplemental amount had not been anticipated or budgeted, and is a one-time allocation.
Murder Trial Continues in Bryant Murder; Talbot Residents Await Decision
A verdict of the three people accused of killing Manchester High star athlete Daryus Bryant is expected to come sometime this week after the jury couldn’t come to a conclusion on Friday, May 22 and reconvened on Tuesday, May 26. The verdict was not avaiable at press time of this newspaper.
DID YOU KNOW …? Was a popular French fashion designer actually a Nazi spy?
Be sure you’re here next week. Next week’s column is going to be one of the most special I’ve ever produced, because it celebrates something I never thought would happen. No, I won’t share any hints beyond those, but whatever you do, don’t miss next week’s installment of “Did You Know ...?” because it’s going to be a very special one, one that took over nine years to create. Be here. Same Bat-time, same Bat-channel.
UPI Reports Some Crazy Happenings
Readers of my column knows that I love to keep up with the news and with the weird news. UPI has reported some pretty interesting stories of late. Here are a few you might find interesting.
Ah, the Good Old Days … Back When It Made Sense
The world can be a frightening place. (As if you needed me to tell you that.) But twice a day at least, I get to escape from it for a few minutes, back to a time when things made more sense. I’m referring to the times I get into my car and come to work or go home, and I spend that time listening to Old-Time Radio classic programs.