Wednesday, May 23 2012 8:05 PM EDT2012-05-24 00:05:48 GMT
The trees which lead to the deaths of two East Alabama teenagers has been cut down. The land owner allowed family and friends to take down the tree Wednesday afternoon, saying they didn't want it to beMore >>
The tree which lead to the deaths of two East Alabama teenagers has been cut down. The land owner allowed family and friends to take down the tree Wednesday afternoon, saying they didn't want it to beMore >>
Wednesday, May 23 2012 8:28 PM EDT2012-05-24 00:28:53 GMT
A business partner of former Auburn University football coach Tommy Tuberville is scheduled for trial Oct. 1 on charges accusing him of illegally selling securities and defrauding his clients.More >>
A business partner of former Auburn University football coach Tommy Tuberville is scheduled for trial Oct. 1 on charges accusing him of illegally selling securities and defrauding his clients.More >>
Wednesday, May 23 2012 7:32 PM EDT2012-05-23 23:32:30 GMT
May 23, 2012 is qualifying day and candidates are getting their paperwork together to be eligible to run for office in Muscogee County. The three candidates running for sheriff spoke with news leaderMore >>
The three candidates running for sheriff spoke with News Leader 9 and they say they're the best man or woman for the job.More >>
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Despite all its scholastic achievements, Troup County Schools tells News Leader 9 it will have to trim millions from next year's budget, cut dozens of jobs and possibly close a magnet school.
The school district says there will be less state funds to support public education. So, the shortfalls in state revenue has been passed down to Troup County.
School officials addressed its budget issues in a called board meeting Monday evening. Administrators proposed the following:
Closing West Side Magnet School
Reduce personnel by 118 staff
Reduce all 240 day personnel to 237 day schedule
Implement two Leave Without Pay Days (LWOP)
Reduce operating budgets to 92% of Fiscal Year 2012 funding levels
Utilize nearly $1.2 million of reserved funds
Other reductions (supplies, textbooks, equipment, travel, etc…)
Troup County School System released the following statement:
"During these tough economic times with proposed state and federal budget cuts, Troup County School System may now face an $11.1 million dollar budget deficit for the 2012-2013 school term. On Monday evening at a called Board meeting, the Superintendent presented proposed options to address anticipated budget cuts due to state mandates and state revenue shortfalls. While we regret eliminating any school program or reducing personnel, we are now compelled to consider every option in order to balance the budget. We will continue to do our very best to provide a quality education for all students and a unified working environment for all staff. We welcome community input; please visit our website at www.troup.org to offer suggestions or recommendations."
The school system currently employs close to 2,000 faculty, staff and support personnel. There are nearly 13,000 students in Troup County.
News Leader 9 is following this story. We'll have the latest information as soon as it becomes available.
Wednesday, May 23 2012 8:26 AM EDT2012-05-23 12:26:26 GMT
A very big congratulation is in order for a Columbus family who just brought home a big bundle of joy. He's bigger than a sack of potatoes, and even your average sized watermelon. "We were expecting himMore >>
A very big congratulation is in order for a Columbus family who just brought home a big bundle of joy. He's bigger than a sack of potatoes, and even your average sized watermelon.
Tuesday, May 22 2012 5:03 PM EDT2012-05-22 21:03:23 GMT
The accident happened at Highway 80 and Flournoy Road. It is not clear at this time where the teens were going or coming from when the accident occurred. More >>
The accident happened at Highway 80 and Flournoy Road. It is not clear at this time where the teens were going or coming from when the accident occurred. More >>
Wednesday, May 23 2012 2:19 AM EDT2012-05-23 06:19:46 GMT
Columbus Hazmat crews are working to remove non-hazardous materials from a trailer that overturned on Highway 80 West near Pratt and Whitney around 7:00 a.m. Tuesday morning. More >>
Columbus Hazmat crews are working to remove non-hazardous materials from a trailer that overturned on Highway 80 West near Pratt and Whitney around 7:00 a.m. Tuesday morning. More >>
Wednesday, May 23 2012 10:32 AM EDT2012-05-23 14:32:55 GMT
After getting a call from his elderly neighbor about a "small" snake in his yard, Heathwood resident Andrew Philson took a look around when he got home and was surprised to see a 15-20 foot long intruderMore >>
Andrew Philson and his 3-year-old son will sleep a little on edge knowing that the alleged 15 to 20 foot long snake spotted in their backyard on Tuesday has remained elusive.More >>
Wednesday, May 23 2012 8:21 AM EDT2012-05-23 12:21:28 GMT
By this time next year the City Mills Dam will be taken down, an entrance will be installed to the course, and rapids will be crashing into one another as folks from all over the country jump into the water. More >>
By this time next year the City Mills Dam will be taken down, an entrance will be installed to the course, and rapids will be crashing into one another as folks from all over the country jump into the water. More >>
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