Americus Times-Recorder

The Americus Times-Recorder is a daily publication based in Americus, Georgia. It is managed by South Georgia Media Group, which is part of Community Newspaper Holdings Inc. In 1984, Thomson Newspapers acquired the Times-Recorder, and in 2000, Community Newspaper Holdings took over when Thomson opted to exit the newspaper industry.

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Carl Eston Clements - Americus Times-Recorder

2 days ago | americustimesrecorder.com | Chris Lewis

Published 8:16 am Friday, June 6, 2025 Carl Eston Clements, 74, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Perfect Care in Americus, GA. Born on November 20, 1950, in Americus, Georgia, he was the son of the late Samuel and Iva Clements. Mr. Clements graduated from Americus High School and later attended Georgia Southwestern State University. He was a lifelong farmer and avid outdoorsman.
Betty Moss | Americus Times-Recorder

2 days ago | americustimesrecorder.com | Chris Lewis

Published 8:14 am Friday, June 6, 2025 Betty Moss passed peacefully at home early on May 30, 2025. Her husband of 70 plus years, Bob, preceded her earlier this year on January 20. She is survived by three children: Robert B. Moss, Jr. (Marianne) of Albany, Linda Moss Cannon of Leesburg, and Jeffrey N. Moss (Camille) of Southport, NC.
Mr. Halford Rickey McCarley - Americus Times-Recorder

4 days ago | americustimesrecorder.com | Chris Lewis

Published 3:17 pm Tuesday, June 3, 2025 Mr. Halford Rickey McCarley age 66, of Preston, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025 at hishome. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, June 6, 2025 at Preston BaptistChurch. Rev. Chris Hess will officiate the service. A private interment will follow the service inthe Preston City Cemetery. The family will greet friends at the church Friday from 1:00 P.M. untilservice time.
Gov. Kemp announces Solicitor General, Superior Court, and State Court Appointments - Americus Times-Recorder

5 days ago | americustimesrecorder.com | Joshua Windus

Published 2:56 pm Monday, June 2, 2025 Governor Brian Kemp’s communication officeGovernor Brian P. Kemp today announced three appointments. Elizabeth W. Torres will serve as the Solicitor General of Worth County, filling the vacancy created by the appointment of the Honorable James “Jay” E. Crowe, Jr. as State Court Judge of Worth County; Chaundra Lewis will serve on the Superior Court of the Flint Judicial Circuit, filling the vacancy created by the resignation of the Honorable Brian J.
Sen. Ossoff pressing CSX to strengthen rail safety - Americus Times-Recorder

5 days ago | americustimesrecorder.com | Joshua Windus

Published 2:07 pm Monday, June 2, 2025 Ossoff PressAmid a string of recent train derailments, U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is pressing CSX to strengthen rail safety and prevent derailments that threaten public safety. Last week, Sen. Ossoff launched an inquiry with the CEO of CSX Transportation, Joseph Hinrichs, pressing for action by the company in the wake of two recent derailments of CSX train cars in Georgia and requesting specific solutions to prevent derailments in the future.
Sumter May marriages - Americus Times-Recorder

6 days ago | americustimesrecorder.com | Joshua Windus

Published 9:26 am Monday, June 2, 2025 Alexander Calhoun married Laura Leigh McMichael on 5/17/2025. Joe Streeter married Hazel Lue Frederick on 5/11/2025. Naomi Amanda Powell married Jeremy James Ryan on 5/9/2025. James Gary Reeves married Beth Guest Cochran on 5/10/2025. Cody Joshua married Trinity Mechelle on 5/10/2025. George Bradwell married Prevell B Clark on 5/19/2025. Garfield Robert married Kimberly Douet on 5/3/2025.
The Americus Correspondent - Americus Times-Recorder

6 days ago | americustimesrecorder.com | Joshua Windus

Published 7:42 am Monday, June 2, 2025 Some of you have been very good at providing reasonable decent press releases, and while it gives me feelings of deep gratitude, they pale in comparison to the appreciation I have for the Americus Correspondent. The Americus Correspondent has shown a deep willingness to volunteer engaging stories people actually want to read, without prodding.
Aldi’s arrives in Americus - Americus Times-Recorder

1 week ago | americustimesrecorder.com | Joshua Windus

Published 4:53 pm Saturday, May 31, 2025 Aldi’s held their grand opening 9 a.m. on May 29 at 1208 Crawford Street, the former Harvey’s location. Customers formed a line around the corner of the building, hoping for prizes. The first 100 customers received gift cards, with $100 gift cards going to the first four. Courtney Stoops was fourth in line. “We left our house at 5 a.m. this morning to get here.” Her daughter drew Aldi’s fan art that she was able to show store employees.
Most Fun You’ll Have Running - Americus Times-Recorder

1 week ago | americustimesrecorder.com | Joshua Windus

Published 5:02 pm Saturday, May 31, 2025 The Americus CorrespondentThe Americus Campus of the Methodist Children’s Home will host its 13th Annual Home Run 5k and 1 mile Fun Run on Saturday, June 7th at the First Methodist Church, 200 S. Lee St., Americus.
Furlow track team races to recognition - Americus Times-Recorder

1 week ago | americustimesrecorder.com | Joshua Windus

Published 9:37 am Saturday, May 31, 2025 Coach Brittany Coleman is proud of the girls and boys Furlow track teams. “This year was the first year all of our athletes on the track team advanced from region to sectionals, which was huge.” Coleman praised the growth of both Furlow’s middle and high school track programs. Both the girls four by 800 meter relay team and the boys four by 800 meter relay team were regional champions. In the 400 meters, Jasmine Deriso was the region runner up.